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Modern Drummer is the world’s most widely read drum magazine, is dedicated entirely to the art of drumming and caters to the needs of amateur, semi-pro, and professional drummers.

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Roland - TD-17KVX V-Drums

A game changing mid-level kit with increased expressivity, improved pads, and highly effective practice tools.

by Michael Dawson
Oct 30, 2018

OffSet - Eclipse Double Pedal

A symmetrical design for more ergonomic setups.

Christopher Kozar
Oct 30, 2018

Paiste - Masters Extra Thin and Dark Additions

Soft and sophisticated crashes and splashes for supreme expressivity.

Michael Dawson
Oct 30, 2018

Mo Drumsticks - Magnetic Beater System

A unique product to help boost your bass drum chops.

by Christopher Kozar
Oct 30, 2018

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…

Interview by John Martinez | Photos by Alex Solca
Oct 30, 2018
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New gear from TAMA, Zildjian, and Vic Firth!

New gear from TAMA, Zildjian, and Vic Firth! TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

Modern Drummer
Oct 30, 2018

Craig Krampf

Aside from his ongoing work with Carnes, he's become one of the busiest session drummers in Los Angeles, working on such projects as Santana, Jane Wiedlin, The Motels, Dwight Twilley, and Rocky III.

by Robyn Flans
Oct 22, 2018

Terry Williams — Strait Foundation

He is a self-described instinctive drummer who plays for the joy of the beat, and his crisp, incisive, and dynamic style has developed through years of playing everything.

by Karen Schlosberg
Oct 22, 2018

Industry Insights: Armand Zildjian

To most of the world, the name

by Richard Egart
Oct 22, 2018

Alex Cooper

People think of Katrina & The Waves, and in their minds, no doubt, they see a future star in Katrina Leskanich, and a young, exciting band whose best work is yet to be heard.

by Robert Santelli
Oct 22, 2018

Bud Harner — Stylistic Variety

From the time I started with music when I was 11 years old, I knew I wanted to be a professional drummer, and that's been it for the whole time.

by Robyn Flans
Oct 22, 2018

Ralph Peterson Jr.

This energetic approach, combined with a deep respect for the history of the drums, has placed Peterson alongside some of the most respected jazz musicians today.

by William F. Miller
Oct 22, 2018
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Careers In Drumming

Virtually every young drummer dreams of being a star at one time or another. We would all like to see ourselves on stage whipping out a dazzling drum solo for thousands of adoring and screaming fans. We can imagine what…

by Roy Burns
Oct 22, 2018

Balance

One of the most important aspects of playing the drumset, and one that is often neglected by many players, is that of balance. Too many times rock drummers play with no bottom (i.e., too much cymbal volume, and too little…

by Chuck Kerrigan
Oct 22, 2018
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