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The Immediate Family, Featuring Drumming Icon Russ Kunkel, to Perform on StageIt.com

Modern Drummer Magazine The Immediate Family, a rock ’n’ roll band composed of Russ Kunkel (drums), Danny Kortchmar (guitar and vocals), Waddy Wachtel (guitar and vocals), Leland Sklar (bass), and Steve Postell (guitar and vocals), will be performing live on the web platform StageIt this coming Saturday, October 17. The performance will commemorate the release … Continue reading The Immediate Family, Featuring Drumming Icon Russ Kunkel, to Perform on StageIt.com

Episode 2

Modern Drummer Magazine Episode 2: Khruangbin’s DJ Johnson, Evans UV Series Drumheads, and More In this episode, managing editor Mike Dawson sits down with August 2020 Modern Drummer featured artist DJ Johnson of Houston-based psychedelic funk band Khruangbin to dig deeper into the various topics that were discussed in his recent story in themagazine. Everything from his … Continue reading Episode 2

Akai Professional Announces FORCE Firmware Update 3.0.5

Pro Audio and Studio – Music Instrument News Akai Professional, a leading manufacturer of music equipment for performers and producers, have announced the arrival of the highly anticipated update to FORCE, firmware 3.0.5. Since its launch, FORCE has reimagined the possibilities of the standalone workflow, delivering a versatile, untethered clip-launching music production experience. With this … Continue reading Akai Professional Announces FORCE Firmware Update 3.0.5

Legendary Mix Engineer Chris Lord-Alge Adds SSL Native V6 Plug-ins, 500-Series Modules and more to His SSL-Based Ecosystem

Pro Audio and Studio – Music Instrument News Chris Lord-Alge’s name is synonymous with the unique radio-ready sound that has earned him five GRAMMY Awards over a storied career and established him as one of the most in-demand mix engineers in the music business. Since 2008, he has owned and operated the world-class Mix L.A. … Continue reading Legendary Mix Engineer Chris Lord-Alge Adds SSL Native V6 Plug-ins, 500-Series Modules and more to His SSL-Based Ecosystem

Alesis Introduce Harmony 32 Portable Keyboard

Pianos – Keyboard and Synths – Music Instrument News Ever wanted to get into playing the keyboard but don’t know where to start? Alesis’ Harmony 32 packs an arsenal of premium keyboard features into an ultra-portable, go-anywhere footprint that makes your decision a no brainer!  Don’t let the Harmony 32’s small size fool you – … Continue reading Alesis Introduce Harmony 32 Portable Keyboard

JHS to distribute Powerwerks in the UK/ROI/France/Benelux & Germany

Pro Audio and Studio – Music Instrument News JHS are thrilled to be the distributors of Powerwerks, a comprehensive range of high-quality sound reinforcement products, designed in the USA and based on the immense knowledge and manufacturing expertise of the Hanser Music Group founded in 1924.  Powerwerks PW112 Sub & Powerwerks PW110 Sub From the company’s impressive catalogue, … Continue reading JHS to distribute Powerwerks in the UK/ROI/France/Benelux & Germany

Radio legend Johnnie Walker choses the RØDE RØDECaster Pro to record BBC Radio 2 Show

Pro Audio and Studio – Music Instrument News Legendary broadcaster Johnnie Walker has chosen the RØDE RØDECaster Pro all-in-one podcast production studio to professionally record his weekly BBC Radio 2 show Sounds of the 70s, from his home in Dorset. Hosted by Walker since 2009, Sounds of the 70s shares a portion of the over 14 … Continue reading Radio legend Johnnie Walker choses the RØDE RØDECaster Pro to record BBC Radio 2 Show

Practice Pad Comparison – Drummer’s Review

Drummer’s Review The Drummer’s Review team take a look at and compare a selection of practice pads from various manufacturers, featuring the P4 and Quiet Pad from Drumeo; a Button Pad and Knee Pad from Bill Sanders; an ALLN1 by Russ Miller and 6” VRT Combo Pad from ProLogix Percussion; an Evans RealFeel Pad and a … Continue reading Practice Pad Comparison – Drummer’s Review

Zultan Announce The “Impulz Cymbal Set”

Drummer’s Review Zultan is proud to announce the launch of Impulz, a great-sounding and versatile new cymbal set painstakingly designed to deliver outstanding response, clear tones and rich harmonics at a price point affordable for all. Zultan’s latest set covers a huge range of musical styles, from rock and metal to pop and beyond, and consists … Continue reading Zultan Announce The “Impulz Cymbal Set”