Category Archives: Drums and Percussion

IK Multimedia announces iRig Pre 2 Mobile XLR Microphone Interface

Drummer’s Review IK Multimedia announces iRig Pre 2, the pocket-sized mic preamp and interface that lets creators, musicians and journalists easily use XLR mics to record, perform and stream with an iPhone*, iPad, Android device or DSLR camera. The sequel to the best-selling mobile mic preamp of all time, iRig Pre 2 delivers the same … Continue reading IK Multimedia announces iRig Pre 2 Mobile XLR Microphone Interface

Drum Workshop, PDP, Gretsch and Latin Percussion 2021 Product Tours Now On YouTube

Drummer’s Review A global audience of thousands tuned into Drum Day LA, a free livestream event held on February 5, 2021 to showcase the new products launched by Drum Workshop, Gretsch Drums, PDP and Latin Percussion. Now available on the brands’ respective YouTube channels, drummers and percussionists can check out the very latest products at … Continue reading Drum Workshop, PDP, Gretsch and Latin Percussion 2021 Product Tours Now On YouTube

The Modern Drummer Podcast Episode 20: David Frangioni & Billy Amendola with Gerry Brown

Modern Drummer Magazine Episode 20: David Frangioni & Billy Amendola feature interview with legendary pocket-drummer Gerry Brown Join David Frangioni and Billy Amendola for this week’s MD video/audio Podcast as they speak with legendary pocket-drummer Gerry Brown about his tours with Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, George Benson, Lionel Ritchie, and more. For drum tech tips, … Continue reading The Modern Drummer Podcast Episode 20: David Frangioni & Billy Amendola with Gerry Brown

Thank you to Far Out Magazine for Reminding us how brilliant Ringo Starr is. We Agree!

Modern Drummer Magazine Credit: AlamyJack Whatley·February 5, 2021 5 isolated drum tracks to prove The Beatles’ Ringo Starr was a genius   Too often has The Beatles drummer, Ringo Starr been the butt of some unkind jokes. Reportedly purported by his bandmate John Lennon, the adage goes that when asked about whether Ringo was the … Continue reading Thank you to Far Out Magazine for Reminding us how brilliant Ringo Starr is. We Agree!

DW Custom Shop Introduces Purple Core™ Drum Shell Technology

Drummer’s Review Drum Workshop Inc. (DW) has announced the addition of all-new Purple Core hybrid drum shells to their expansive line-up of sonically customisable shell options. The shells feature a 3-ply Purpleheart core, combined with a choice of North American hard rock maple, cherry or mahogany select plies. The 9-ply shell is crafted with only a … Continue reading DW Custom Shop Introduces Purple Core™ Drum Shell Technology

Audeze Announce Euclid Closer Back In-Ear

Drummer’s Review Audeze LLC, the award-winning premium technology company responsible for engineering some of the world’s most advanced audio solutions, have announced the launch of their new closed-back planar magnetic in-ear. Euclid is Audeze’s first closed-back in-ear headphone. Priced at $1299 retail and featuring custom built 18mm Audeze planar magnetic drivers, MMCX cable terminations, and … Continue reading Audeze Announce Euclid Closer Back In-Ear

Modern Drummer Pop-Up Podcast 2/6/21 – Featuring Dave Weckl & Rob Silverman Drumology

Modern Drummer Magazine In this episode Billy Amendola & David Frangioni interview Dave Weckl & Rob Silverman from Drumology. Dave talks about his online drum school http://www.daveweckl.com and his upcoming record release in April on his new label – Autumn Hill Records. Rob discusses the Drumology album featuring drum duet tracks with Simon Phillips, Dave … Continue reading Modern Drummer Pop-Up Podcast 2/6/21 – Featuring Dave Weckl & Rob Silverman Drumology

The Modern Drummer Podcast Episode 19: Narada Michael Walden & Daru Jones.

Modern Drummer Magazine The Modern Drummer Podcast – Narada Michael Walden’s UPBEAT: Daru Jones + Angel Drums- Segment-Shell Maple Drumset product review & more. In this episode, Narada Michael Walden interviews Grammy award winning drummer Daru Jones. Daru talks about his influences, his technique, playing style and his Saturday Night Live performance with Jack White … Continue reading The Modern Drummer Podcast Episode 19: Narada Michael Walden & Daru Jones.