gear

Gear Showcase \

2012 NAMM Preview: Vic Firth Essentials Stick Bag

Who needs a huge stick bag jam-packed with wood? Take exactly what you need, and no more than what you need, with Vic Firth’s Essentials Stick Bag.

Gear Showcase \

2012 NAMM Preview: Two New Gon Bops Cajons

The historic American percussion maker Gon Bops will introduce two all-new cajons in 2012 – one targeted to pro players and the other for beginners.

Soundlab \

Ddrum Dominion Maple Drums Reviewed!

Die-cast hoops, all-maple shells, professional sound, beautiful finishes, and a great price tag make ddrum’s Dominion Maple kit hard to beat.

Vintage \

The Timeless Tone Of Cowhide

Calfskin Drumhead

Want authenticity? There’s nothing like the sound and feel of wood hitting leather. It’s a wonderfully full, round, and satisfying experience.

Gear Showcase \

2012 NAMM: Gretsch New Brooklyn Metal Snares

After the successful launch of the new Brooklyn Series drum set at 2011 PASIC, Gretsch follows up with a series of cool chrome-over-brass snare drums.

Vintage \

Chaotic Creativity: Ludwig Drum Sets In The ‘60s

The ’60s were a time of great upheaval for the Ludwig Drum Company, and the drum sets they made then are now considered highly collectible classics.

Gear Showcase \

Vater’s StickMates Add Sizzle To Your Stroke

Now drummers can add the sound of a shaker or tambourine without having to grow an extra limb with these new stick accessories.

Soundlab \

TightScrews: Worry-Free Whacking

Here it is, a solution to all your whacking woes — TightScrews from Carl Scott Percussion to end the excessive vibration that comes with strong arms.

Soundlab \

Crush Sublime Maple Drums Video Review!

DRUM! product tester AJ Donahue checks out the Sublime Maple kit from Crush Drums, as well as the company’s M3 hardware package and M1 double pedal.

Drumkit of the Week \

Rich Forristall’s DW Ebony Satin Collector’s Series Kit

Welcome to Rich Forristall’s man cave, where you’ll find two prized possessions: a DW Collector’s Series kit, and his very first Maxwin drum set.