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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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VK - Aluminum Drumset

High-end, lightweight shells with a unique tonal character.

David Ciauro
Jun 28, 2017

Jamie Oldaker Moving Centerstage

Although his is not a household name, even in many music circles, he has quietly racked up an impressive list of credentials by playing and recording with people such as Leon Russell, Eric Clapton, Peter Frampton, Bob Seger, and the…

by Robert Gomez
Jun 19, 2017

Paiste - PSTX DJs 45 Series

Affordable, micro-sized effects cymbals from the mind of one of today’s most distinctive beat-smiths.

Michael Dawson
Jun 28, 2017

Jazz Drummers Workshop - Stickings: Part II

In Stickings: Part I (November '81 MD), I presented a basic system of stickings. We will now examine ways in which the stickings can be applied to the drumset. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

by Gary Chaffee
Jun 19, 2017

NARADA MICHAEL WALDEN: Inspired

"I'm not sure I really deserve to be in this magazine as a musician because who am I? But I do feel that if I'm going to be in it, it is just to inspire musicians to lead better lives…

by Robyn Flans
Aug 2, 2017
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KBrakes - Bass Drum Anchors

Mitigate kick drum creep with these simple-to-install feet.

BJ Kerwin
Jun 28, 2017

Emil Richards

What Los Angeles studio percussionist refers to his equipment, an assortment of over 650 percussion instruments from around the world, as his "collection"? TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

by Dave Levine
Jun 19, 2017

Tokudo

Billy Hart - Tokudo TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

Transcribed by Jean-Etienne Roch
Jun 19, 2017

Using the Right Size Equipment for the Job

From my many clinics and solo appearances in the U.S. and in other countries, I have had the opportunity to hear literally scores of big-band drummers and observe their equipment. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

by Ed Shaughnessy
Jun 19, 2017

Rock Perspectives - Three Beats

The following two examples are simple hand/foot patterns that can be put together as one. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

by David Garibaldi
Jun 19, 2017

Shure - MOTIV Series Mobile Recording Devices

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

Miguel Monroy
Jun 28, 2017

Jazz Drummer's Workshop - Relative Tempo

Wind instrumentalists work on relative pitch by listening to intervals (the distance between two notes) over and over again, in an effort to develop the ability to play with good intonation. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG…

by Steve Fidyk
Jun 21, 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

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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