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Bass Drum Port Basics
Are you wondering what a bass drum port is and how it can help your sound? Read on to learn more about the basics…
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Articles, guides & ideas for drummers.
Tips on tone, gear, and design — from the team that prints your custom bass drum head.
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Hand Speed Drills and Exercises For Better Drumming
Are your drumming practices up to speed? A good drummer knows that drumming is more than just quality kits and sticks. Your speed also…
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7 Creative Ways to Lower Drum Noise
Is the fear of making too much noise holding you back as a drummer? Drumming is one of the best hobbies in the world–it…
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Drum Decisions: Here’s How Often You Should Change Your Bass Drum Heads
The “10,000-hour rule,” states that it takes that much practice to attain mastery of a musical instrument. While the accuracy of the rule has…
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Drumstick Buying Guide: How to Choose Your First Set of Sticks
A huge percentage of people who take up musical instruments give them up. Drums are no exception. There are many reasons for this, but…
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Become the Best Drummer: 5 Important Tips for Newbie Drummers
Drummers have been around since cavemen, but that doesn’t mean you have to play like one. Although the modern drum kit didn’t fully develop until…
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Shine Her Up: How to Clean a Drum Set (Including the Best Cleaning Products)
The science is in: drummers are smarter than everyone. Drummers not only keep the beat going but use their own creativity to put unique…
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5 Things to Consider When Buying a Drum Set
Are you looking to replace a drum set or buy your first-ever set? If so, you’ve probably noticed just how many options are available…
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A Brief History of Drums Every Drummer Needs to Know
Drumming exists in almost every culture around the world. In addition to being fun and musical, drumming also has sacred, ceremonial, communication, and symbolic…
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5 Essential Tips About Drum Solos For Beginners
Drummers typically get less time to solo than other instruments. This makes sense because they are so important for all of the other instruments…
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Get a Grip: How to Hold Drumsticks the Right Way
Being a good drummer is a sign of increased intelligence. Drumming is also a great way to alleviate stress and anxiety. But, if you ever…
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Don’t Miss a Beat: 3 Common Drumming Mistakes And How You Can Avoid Them
To the untrained ear, playing the drums may seem like nothing more than banging loudly on an instrument. But, drumming actually requires quite a…