Gear Reviews
Detailed assessments of the latest drum kits and accessories
Quicksand’s Alan Cage
Quicksand drummer Alan Cage isn’t overly particular about his gear. “I’m not too attached,” he says. “But I don’t like deep drums, at least on the rack toms. I always play a 16" floor tom, but I don’t mind it…
Mo Drumsticks - Magnetic Beater System
A unique product to help boost your bass drum chops.
Paiste - Masters Extra Thin and Dark Additions
Soft and sophisticated crashes and splashes for supreme expressivity.
Roland - TD-17KVX V-Drums
A game changing mid-level kit with increased expressivity, improved pads, and highly effective practice tools.
New Gear from Tama, Roland, Simon Phillips Jazz Drums, CEntrance, and Alesis!
New Gear from Tama, Roland, Simon Phillips Jazz Drums, CEntrance, and Alesis! TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Keith Urban’s Seth Rausch
Seth Rausch, who’s currently touring with country superstar Keith Urban, met with MD to talk about his extensive setup that includes custom pieces, a bespoke snare, and a secondary electronic cocktail kit. The multitude of components was ideal for Urban’s…
Evans UV1 Bass Drum Heads
A durable ultraviolet-cured coated option for three of the company’s most popular models.
ToneAlly - Percussion Teaching Tool
Sharpen your stick heights and angles with this unique tactile practice device.
Roland - TM-6 Pro Trigger Module and RT-30 Triggers
A professional-grade, feature-laden system for blending electronics with acoustics.
Legado Cymbals - Heritage, 79V, Luxo Raw, and Caspian Series
A newcomer in the handmade-cymbal market keeps a keen eye on the tastes and budgets of everyday working drummers.
Ddrum - Dios Series Snares
A well-conceived trio of deep wood and metal models designed to deliver distinct but useful tones.
New Drum Gear from Roland, Promark, Matoon Drums, Pearl, Zildjian, Melodics, and Gretsch!
New Drum Gear from Roland, Promark, Matoon Drums, Pearl, Zildjian, Melodics, and Gretsch! TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
Train’s Drew Shoals
Train’s Drew Shoals played two different kits this past summer to highlight Ludwig’s 45th Anniversary Vistalite series. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN
