tl;dr: In my opinion, the best beginner drum sticks are a pair of 5A sticks because its weight and size is easy for most to get used to. I personally use the Vic Firth 5A Hickory sticks. People with smaller hands may want to try 7A sticks which are lighter. If you’ve ever walked into … Read more
The Best Wood for Cajon is Maple, in our opinion. It produces a bright, balanced sound that most cajon players love. We covered the sound characteristics of other wood for cajon in the image below. So…you want to buy or build a Cajón. If you’ve been shopping around for one, you’d probably have been overwhelmed … Read more
You’ve set up your drum kit and are all ready to go. But soon after dishing out a couple of hard-hitting grooves, you notice your hi-hat sliding away from you and your bass drum pedal doesn’t seem to hit with the same intensity. Your drum kit is literally slipping away…. Sorry, I over dramatized. But … Read more
If you’re a concerned parent who wants to support your child’s interest in drumming, this article was written for you. Getting the right drum kits and finding the perfect drum teachers for your kid are important, but in my opinion, the most essential item in your checklist should be getting the best ear protection for … Read more
Learning to play the drums can be a fun and rewarding experience, but it can also be challenging for beginners. One of the most common advice you’ll get on becoming a successful drummer is to develop a consistent practice routine. But how do you get started? What should you be focusing on during your practice … Read more
