Consumer Guides

Before buying a drum kit there are several things to consider. Things like price, style, appearance, contents and condition. Each is important but the most important is sound. To be really pleased with your purchase, you have to be happy with the sounds made by your drums.  read more »

Kids' drum sets, also commonly known as junior drum sets, are small sized kits that serve a great purpose as learning instruments suitable for small children and bargains for parents. Kids' drum sets are not usually designed as full performance instruments and are make to withstand the playing force of a small child only, and therefore can be offered at more attractive prices than their adult counterparts.  read more »

Electronic drums are not meant to completely replace real acoustic drums. They simulate acoustic drums and are a different musical instrument, albeit a very closely related instrument. Lets take a look at electronic drums vs. acoustic drums.  read more »

The Electric Drum Sound

From the moment I first played electronic drums at the percussion section of my local music store I was hooked, and I barely new how to play drums then. But today, after many hours of practicing the acoustic drum set, my opinion is still the same, electronic drum sets are great.  read more »

If you're about to buy your newest piece of drum equipment, you know that seeking out the opinion of others before you make the purchase is a good idea. After all, that's probably why you're looking for drum reviews right now.  read more »

Many people have emailed me asking where they can find drum lessons in their home town. Given the global nature of the Internet, I'm not likely to be familiar with anyone's local area, but I can give some pointers for drum lessons in New York City, which is my local area. Some of this is also applicable if you live elsewhere.  read more »

A metronome is a vital practice instrument for any musician, and especially for a drummer, whose main function is to keep a steady rhythm. What you'll learn next is what to look for a metronome that's specifically good for drummers.

Metronomes can range from about $10 to $200. I don't recommend buying the $10 ones, tough. You should also avoid those mechanical, pendulum based metronomes, even if they look sophisticated. They are not that common anymore. A digital metronome is the way to go.  read more »