Experimentation is always encouraged when it comes to drumming, and many drummers like to use their cymbals differently to achieve different affects. In this article I'll be addressing the idea of...

Electronic drums are great for home-use because they have a low ambient volume so your neighbours and housemates won't hear them as much compared to acoustic drums and cymbals. However, you as the...

The spring tension on a bass drum pedal affects how the drum feels and sounds. In this article I'll explain the pros and cons of high vs low tension, and how to adjust the spring tension to suit you....

If you're a beginner buying their first drum kit, one of the first things you'll need to decide is if you want to go with an electronic set, or an acoustic set. Electronic drum kits are typically...

Hi-hats are made up of two cymbals positioned closely together. The top hi-hat is thinner and lighter than the bottom hi-hat. The top hi-hat typically weighs around 800-1100 g, whereas the bottom...

Sabian and Zildjian are two of the biggest brands in the industry, but who makes the best cymbals? In this article I'll compare the sound, prices, durability and more so you can decide which to go...