As a drummer or a percussionist, your look is just as important as your sound! Don’t let anyone tell you differently. It’s all about the senses. The better you project, the better you will be received. There’s no mystery there! The way I set up my gear is just as important as what the gear is! It not only has to sound cool, but it also needs to look cool! Fortunately, the options available in today’s percussion market are virtually unlimited and only limited by your imagination. Speaking of inagination, GM Designs is a boutique custom cymbal company from Austin, TX. founded in 2022 by Gabriel Martinez and Valerie Macias. GM Designs likes to push the boundaries of what a B20 alloy can be. Gabriel says, “Our innovative approach to crafting custom cymbals and percussion instruments breaks beyond traditional design boundaries, offering instruments that inspire players to explore new sonic […]

April 2026 Issue