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The Starr Festival Snare

Over the years, Gary Astridge has meticulously researched Ringo’s drumkits and assembled exact replicas of the ones used with the Beatles.

by Bob Campbell
Aug 26, 2019

New Gear From 64 Audio, LP, Schagerl Drums, Tama, and More!

New Product Releases from 64 Audio, LP, Schagerl Drums, Tama, Air Throne, and Canopus

Modern Drummer
Aug 26, 2019

New Releases by Santana, Oz Noy, Grupo Fantasma, and More!

New Releases From Santana, Oz Noy, Betty Carter, Grupo Fantasma and more.

Modern Drummer
Aug 26, 2019

The Bailey Method

The Bailey Method is longtime touring and session drummer Dan Bailey’s first opus in the world of online education.

by Michael Dawson
Aug 26, 2019

Rancid's Branden Steineckert

“I tend to like my snares to be visually fun,” says Steineckert, “but I don’t want it to compromise my sound at all.

Modern Drummer
Aug 26, 2019
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Rhythm! Discovery Center Ten-Year Anniversary

The Rhythm! Discovery Center, a gem of the drum and percussion world.

Story by Bob Campbell
Aug 26, 2019

A Restored Gretsch Steal

This beautifully restored vintage project was from older Gretsch shells to create a road-worn-looking vintage kit that has that oft-referred-to “Great Gretsch Sound.”

Modern Drummer
Aug 26, 2019

A Common Fabric

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Modern Drummer
Jul 31, 2019

Bruno Esrubilsky with Mitski

Bruno Esrubilsky grew up in Rio de Janeiro, feasting on a hearty diet of progressive rock and Brazilian ethnic music.

Story by Willie Rose, Photo by Jeni Magana
Jul 31, 2019

Kuppmen Carbon Fiber Drumsticks and Drumrods

Kuppmen Music, a revival of the Carbostick company, which ceased production in 2013, offers a line of drumsticks and rods made from carbon fiber that claim to offer greater durability with minimal change in feel or sound.

Stephen Bidwell
Jul 31, 2019

Ringo Starr's Maple Ludwig Hollywood Drumkit

As an iconic piece of rock ’n’ roll history, this kit has since been archived, documented, and refurbished, and it currently resides in custom road cases.

by Gary Astridge
Aug 26, 2019

Roland TM-1 Trigger Module and RT-MicS Mic/Trigger

Not only is Roland a leading manufacturer of professional-quality e-kits, but it’s also dedicated considerable research and development into smaller, simpler products that allow acoustic drummers to expand their sonic palettes with electronics.

by Michael Dawson
Jul 31, 2019
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Canopus Stabilized Wood Snares

Japanese drum maker Canopus has been building some of the most musical and meticulously crafted snares and kits since its foundation in 1977.

by Michael Dawson
Jul 31, 2019

Bucks County Drum Co. Prime Series Criterion Cherry Drumset

The Prime series provides an alternative to his flagship Semi Solid custom line for players looking for a more traditional ply-shell drumset without sacrificing quality and craftsmanship.

by Michael Dawson
Jul 31, 2019
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