Get a grip: How to hold drum sticks
Posted on Nov 5, 2011 in Guides and Resources
In this article we will be taking a little look at the secret art of holding a drum stick! Don’t forget that drum sticks are not the only type of drum-hitting impliment you can use. Brushes, rutes and rods can be used instead of sticks. Drums are full of tones and textures all itching to be explored. For now, the drum stick shall be our weapon of choice… Confused about grip? I’m...
Read MoreEnemy Number 1: The Click
Posted on Nov 18, 2010 in Creative Concepts, Guides and Resources
“I don’t need that, I’m in a band!” Whatever you may think of it, the majority of recording/performing industry today revolves around that ‘annoying tiny beeping’ sound and it’s more than certain that you’ll be asked to work with one sooner or later. Click tracks can be your best friend and your worst enemy. In this article Dan Peranic examines what it means to play with...
Read MoreLearning Rock Band drums for Wii, Xbox, PS3
Posted on Oct 28, 2010 in Guides and Resources
The Rock Band computer game on Wii, Xbox and Playstation has been massively popular. It has inspired many people to take up learning a real musical instrument. But what exactly are the differences between playing Rock Band drums and playing a real drum kit? A drums controller for Rock Band looks pretty similar to an electronic drum kit. It’s not laid out in exactly the same way as a real...
Read MoreMore drum tuning advice
Posted on Jun 26, 2010 in Guides and Resources
Following on from the previous article ‘Tips for tuning drums‘ which gives a simple step-by-step approach, here are some further tips you might like to consider… Before you buy the new drum skins… Do a bit of research into the type of drumhead you want to buy. Did your old drum skins need replacing because they were damaged? Does your playing style suit the choice of...
Read MoreTips for tuning drums
Posted on May 26, 2010 in Guides and Resources
Before you tune a drum… If you are replacing a drum skin and putting on a new one, first take a clean cloth and wipe over the bearing edge of the drum. Make sure there are no debris or loose bolts inside your drum. Place the new drum skin on your drum. Place the hoop over the skin and screw in the lugs so that they are finger-tight. To tune the drum… Make a note of...
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