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"The full-size 20” cymbal actually flexes and shimmers when struck, which feels fantastic under-stick": EFnote Pro review
By Tom Bradley published
EFnote’s flagship stage-worthy e-kit offers some interesting functionality and a huge range of configurations
“This is a kit that will literally grow with them for those early years of playing”: Alesis Debut review
By Tom Bradley published
An affordable e-kit from Alesis that’s just for kids
10 reasons to buy an electronic drum set
By Chris Corfield last updated
From quieter practice to flexible sounds, here's why an electronic drum kit is the perfect alternative to acoustic drums
How to set up an electronic drum set
By James Farmer last updated
Our step-by-step guide to unboxing, building and optimising your electronic drum kit
Acoustic vs electronic drum kits: which is better for beginner drummers?
By Ronan Macdonald last updated
Is it better to learn on acoustic or electronic drums? We tackle the topics of noise, space, cost, playability and more to help you decide
Watch Mike Portnoy learn to play Tool Pnuema before challenging Danny Carey to play Dream Theater's The Dance of Eternity
By Stuart Williams published
Two prog-metal titans collide as Portnoy attempts the 12-minute epic from 2019's Fear Inoculum in one of Drumeo's most difficult challenges to date
“I continue to miss Taylor, as does the band, his family, friends and the rest of the world.” Josh Freese pays tribute to Taylor Hawkins while marking one year as the Foo Fighters’ drummer
By Stuart Williams published
It's been 12 months since Freese was selected for one of the biggest gigs in rock
Former Staind and Soil drummer Jon Wysocki has died, aged 53
By Stuart Williams published
Wysocki was a founding member of the Massachusetts post-grunge/nu-metal band
“In this case, we’re looking at a bonafide game-changer”: Alesis Strata Prime review
By Stuart Williams published
With its BFD sound library, a 10.1” touchscreen and mesh heads throughout, Alesis’ new flagship electronic drum set looks like it’s intent on changing the game
Zildjian announces Alchem-E Gold-EX, Gold and Bronze electronic drum sets in three different configurations, “We set out to create the most realistic, authentic playing experience across the entire kit and are confident that drummers will agree.”
By Stuart Williams published
Metal cymbals, acoustic shells, and input from the son of Roland's founder…
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