The other half of my LP box had a nice assortment of Rhythm Rods. LP sent over three different pairs: Synthetic Lightweight and Heavyweight models, and the Natural Rhythm Rods. I tried these alternative implements on just about everything I could hit. While they were good on regular drums, I thought they did extremely well on Cajons, Congas, Cymbals, Gongs, and other percussion instruments. If you’ve used other, thinner varieties of “multi-rods” before, these will be a heavier, thicker version that will bring additional sonic timbres and possibilities to the table. The Natural set was made of an organic material the resembled a very thin bamboo material and measured 13” in length by an inch diameter. The Synthetic versions were made of a premium-grade polymer material and measured 14” in length with the Lightweight model at 7/8” diameter and the Heavyweight model at 1 1/8” diameter. These rods also have […]

August 2023 Issue