So…you’re frustrated with this sense of lethargy you have around the drum kit. And you want to become a faster drummer. So here you are, our ultimate drum practice regime to help you develop hand speed and control over the drum kit. A warning: This regime may take you months of consistent practice to master. … Read more
Not sure about you, but to me, upgrading to a double bass is the first next step for most drummers, even the beginners. Yes, it’s just one more bass pedal, but let me tell you, it just makes drumming so much more fun. Since I first wrote about the Alesis Nitro Max drum kit, a … Read more
After dominating the beginner electronic drum kit space for years, the Alesis Nitro Mesh was starting to look like it needed a revamp. Alesis released the Nitro Max in late 2023, building on the well-loved features of the Nitro Mesh kit. So, Alesis Nitro Max vs Nitro Mesh, which suits you better? If you’re on … Read more
Ever felt that on ‘good days’, you feel in sync with your drums? But on other days, it seems as though you have to use more energy to swing those drumsticks? Here’s a secret… It’s nothing to do with your ‘flow’, nor does it have to do with having a ‘good day’. You just haven’t … Read more
If you’ve been using sound blankets to dampen sounds in your room for a while, you’d start noticing that those things could trap dust. Good news, they can be cleaned! But, depending on the material of your sound blankets, they may not be machine washable. So always check the manufacturer instructions! Here’re some common ways … Read more