Gear Reviews

Detailed assessments of the latest drum kits and accessories

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Fishbone’s Philip “Fish” Fisher

Philip “Fish” Fisher recently returned to legendary ska/funk/punk band Fishbone after a sixteen-year hiatus, during which time the drummer played with Justin Timberlake, House of Pain, Lady Antebellum, and Christina Aguilera. Fish stepped back into the band for a tour…

Interview by Dave Previ | Photos by Heather Courtney
Aug 30, 2017

Outlaw Drums - Heritage Series Snares

More than 150 years of American history commemorated in reclaimed heart pine snares.

by Brian Hill
Aug 30, 2017

HeadHunters - Crossovers Hybrid Rods

Blending the response and feel of regular drumsticks with the controlled, articulate sound of rods.

by Brian Hill
Aug 30, 2017

2Box - DrumIt Five Module and TrigIt Triggers

A plug-and-play trigger system with 4 GB of flash memory for uploading original sounds.

by Michael Dawson
Aug 30, 2017

Paiste - Masters Thin Series

Broad, rich tones with a sparkling, silvery attack.

by Michael Dawson
Aug 30, 2017
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New Gear from Tama, AHEAD, OCDP, TRX, 101 Drums and more!

New Gear from Tama, AHEAD, OCDP, TRX, 101 Drums and more! TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

Modern Drummer
Jul 26, 2017

Tesla’s Troy Luccketta

“When I ordered this kit,” Troy continues, “I got it with 22" and 24" bass drums. My buddy Sean Fuller of Florida Georgia Line came over, and I showed him the drums and explained that I had to put a…

Interview and photos by Sayre Berman
Jul 26, 2017

Love Custom Drums - Brass, Copper, and Old Steel Snares

Versatile but unique shades of awesome at prices a working drummer can afford.

by Michael Dawson
Jul 26, 2017

V-Classic - V.16 5th-Anniversary Cymbals

Funky new designs from one of Turkey’s most creative companies.

by Michael Dawson
Jul 26, 2017

Universal Audio - Apollo 8P Interface

A professional-grade eight-channel unit with advanced analog-modeling technology.

by Michael Dawson
Jul 26, 2017

Doc Sweeney - Serengeti Stave-Shell Drumset

A dual-species stave-shell kit with dark overtones, depth, and power.

by Miguel Monroy
Jul 26, 2017

New Gear from Zildjian, Auralex, RBH Drums, Agazarian, Sonor, Aquarian, and Vic Firth!

Check out the latest gear from Zildjian, Auralex, RBH Drums, Agazarian, Sonor, Aquarian, and Vic Firth. Includes low volume add-ons, acoustic panels, anniversary snares and more! TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

Modern Drummer
Jun 28, 2017
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My Prized Possessions

Commemorating multiple generations in woodworking with three one-of-a-kind stave snares.

by David Perazone
Jun 28, 2017

Shure - MOTIV Series Mobile Recording Devices

iOS and USB solutions for musicians looking to document on the go.

Miguel Monroy
Jun 28, 2017
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