Gear Reviews

Detailed assessments of the latest drum kits and accessories

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Bone Custom Drums - Maple/Carbon Fiber Drumset

A modern-sounding kit with some vintage punch.

by Christopher Kozar
Jul 31, 2018

New Gear from Sonor, Vater, Paiste, Trakke, Yamaha, Roland, Gon Bops and Mapex!

Check out the latest offerings from Sonor, Vater, Paiste, Trakke, Yamaha, Roland, Gon Bops and Mapex! TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

Modern Drummer
Jun 27, 2018

Jimmy Paxson’s Lindsey Buckingham/Christine McVie Tour Kit

Fleetwood Mac guitarist/vocalist Lindsey Buckingham required an electronic kit for his 2017 duo tour with bandmate Christine McVie, but that didn’t stop Jimmy Paxson from applying his creative vision to the Roland V-Drums he chose to use. The drummer, who…

Interview by Brandy Laurel McKenzie | Photos by Jessica Alexander
Jun 27, 2018

Zoom L-12 LiveTrak

A versatile digital mixer and multitrack recorder with five independent headphone mixes, an audio interface, and more.

by Miguel Monroy
Jun 27, 2018

WFLIII - Signature Metal and Classic Wood Snares

Uniquely designed drums that carry the legacy of generations of high-quality craftsmanship into a new era.

by Brian Hill
Jun 27, 2018
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Zildjian - A Series 18" Uptown Ride and 12" New Beat Hi-Hats

Quick, articulate, and bright sounds for compact setups and electronic/fusion situations.

by Michael Dawson
Jun 27, 2018

Noble & Cooley - Walnut Classic Drumset

A new horizontal-ply shell construction from the original American boutique builder.

Article by David Ciauro | Video Demo by Michael Dawson
Jun 27, 2018

New Drum Gear from DW Drums, Paiste, Los Cabos Drumsticks, Spaun, Auralex and More!

New drum gear from DW Drums, Paiste, Los Cabos Drumsticks, Spaun, Auralex and more! TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

Modern Drummer
May 30, 2018

Seether’s John Humphrey

To translate the heavy, hard-hitting drum sounds on modern-rock band Seether’s seventh studio album, Poison the Parish, to the stage, longtime drummer John Humphrey has returned to the brand that he started with as a child. “My first drumset was…

Interview and photos by Sayre Berman
May 30, 2018

Soundbrenner - Pulse Metronome

A wearable, vibrating device designed to eliminate the distractions of an audible click.

by Nick Amoroso
May 30, 2018

Tempest - 8x14 Bell Bronze Snare

A massive German-made beast with a big, beefy voice to match.

by Michael Dawson
May 30, 2018

Symrna - Neoclassic and Araf Series Cymbals

Modern-sounding yet traditionally handcrafted Turkish instruments.

Article by Christopher Kozar | Video by Michael Dawson
May 30, 2018
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DW - Contemporary Classic Drumset

Deep, dark tones with a boost of modern fidelity.

Article by David Ciauro | Video by Michael Dawson
May 30, 2018

New Drum Gear From Tama, Remo, SJC Custom Drums, apulSoft, U.S. Drum Supply, Basal, and Vater!

New Drum Gear From Tama, Remo, SJC Custom Drums, apulSoft, U.S. Drum Supply, Basal, and Vatar! TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

Modern Drummer
Apr 25, 2018
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