Category Archives: Drums and Percussion

British Drum Co. Super 7 Snare Drum – Drummer’s Review

Drummer’s Review Here’s our review of a 13″ x 7″ British Drum Co. Super 7 snare drum, featuring… 6mm, 10-ply Purpleheart shell with Fiddleback Sycamore outer veneer, 8 double-ended, art-deco-style lugs, Triple-flanged steel hoops, British Drum Co. Palladium Strainer. 20-strand snare wires, Remo Coated Ambassador over Ambassador Snare side heads. BDC says…“British Drum Co. has … Continue reading British Drum Co. Super 7 Snare Drum – Drummer’s Review

Joel Barford joins Mike Dolbear line-up at The UK Drum Show 2022

Drummer’s Review Joel Barford joins a growing list of talent to to appear in the Mike Dolbear masterclass room, when The UK Drum Show returns at its new home, the ACC Liverpool on the 2 & 3 April. Joel is a young, well respected up-and-coming drummer in the U.K. scene based in London. Joel is … Continue reading Joel Barford joins Mike Dolbear line-up at The UK Drum Show 2022

DW Launch Ultralight Edge Snare Drum

Drummer’s Review Drum Workshop Inc. (DW) is extending its range of custom Collector’s Series®  snare drums with the introduction of the Ultralight Edge snare. Super lightweight, it is crafted from Space Carbon, a high-grade material that is upcycled from private sector space program manufacturing. The new 5.5 x 14” Ultralight Edge snare is assembled by … Continue reading DW Launch Ultralight Edge Snare Drum

Paiste PST-7 Cymbals – Drummer’s Review

Drummer’s Review Here’s our review of a selection of Paiste PST-7 Cymbals, featuring… PST-7 Enhanced Set containing 20″ Ride, 18″ & 16″ Crash and 14″ Hats, PST-7 FX Pack containing 10″ Splash & 18″ China, All cymbals constructed from Paiste 2002 Bronze Alloy, Red stamped logos, lathing and hammering throughout the range. Paiste says…“Paiste Sound … Continue reading Paiste PST-7 Cymbals – Drummer’s Review

Episode 57: Billy Amendola with Gina Schock

Modern Drummer Magazine Welcome to this week’s Modern Drummer Podcast featuring Gina Schock of the Go-Go’s. Gina and MD’s Billy Amendola have a relaxing afternoon in Brooklyn discussing the effect of her first concert at eleven years old igniting her dream of becoming a musician and leading her on a path of success. Gina also discusses her … Continue reading Episode 57: Billy Amendola with Gina Schock

Tascam Announce New-Generation High-Resolution Multitrack Handheld Recorder

Drummer’s Review Tascam has announced the Portacapture X8, its latest generation portable eight-track audio recorder. The handy device enables recordings with 32-bit floating point resolution and sampling rates up to 192 kHz and is operated via a 3.5-inch (8.9 cm) touchscreen. Thanks to the intuitive Launcher feature, the user can easily select from a range … Continue reading Tascam Announce New-Generation High-Resolution Multitrack Handheld Recorder

Zildjian Introduce Joggers, Sherpa Hoodie & Ltd Edition Quilted Cap to Apparel Collection

Drummer’s Review The Avedis Zildjian Company has added three exciting new styles into its iconic line of apparel loved by drummers and consumers worldwide. Coming as a much-loved re-introduction from the past are the newly styled Zildjian Joggers. Comfortable and great for drumming, these premium tri-blend fleece joggers feature slit pockets on both sides, plus a … Continue reading Zildjian Introduce Joggers, Sherpa Hoodie & Ltd Edition Quilted Cap to Apparel Collection

The Pineapple Thief (Gavin Harrison) Release Drum Playthrough for “Wretched Soul”

Modern Drummer Magazine NEW LIVE ALBUM + BLU-RAY/DVD “NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH” OUT NOW ON KSCOPE  British progressive-rock band THE PINEAPPLE THIEF has revealed a new playthrough video for “Wretched Soul,” featuring their critically-acclaimed and wildly revered luminary drummer Gavin Harrison (KING CRIMSON, PORCUPINE TREE). The live recording of “Wretched Soul” is found on the band’s newly released record and … Continue reading The Pineapple Thief (Gavin Harrison) Release Drum Playthrough for “Wretched Soul”

Mapex Black Panther Design Lab Artist Series Snare Drums – Drummer’s Review

Drummer’s Review Here’s our review of a selection of Mapex Black Panther Design Lab Artist Series snare drums, featuring… Chris Adler ‘Warbird’  12″ x 5.5″, 6-ply, 5.1mm hybrid walnut/maple shell, satin natural walnut finish with ‘Warbird’ etching, Evans Power Centre Reverse Dot Batter over 300 snare side heads. Mapex says…”Designed by Chris Adler, the new … Continue reading Mapex Black Panther Design Lab Artist Series Snare Drums – Drummer’s Review

Moody Blues Drummer & Co-Founder Graeme Edge Passes November 11, 2021

Modern Drummer Magazine Hello to our loyal readers and supporters, I’m Billy Ashbaugh. Yesterday, the world was saddened by the lose of yet another iconic musician, the Moody Blues Graeme Edge. Graeme was the co-founder and last remaining original member of the legendary group.  I had the esteemed honor of sharing the stage with him … Continue reading Moody Blues Drummer & Co-Founder Graeme Edge Passes November 11, 2021