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In 2024, US electronic drum sales passed acoustic drum kits for the first time. The data, the sources behind it, and what it means, from NAMM and Roland figures. Source

The drum part that introduced Nirvana and a drummer named Dave Grohl to the world was released back in 1991

Dave Rowntree brought case revolving around ‘black box’ royalties

We are pleased to introduce a new addition to our hardware portfolio: the SONOR Universal Bass Drum Mount (UBDM). With this new hardware solution, SONOR expands the possibilities for drummers to customize their setups with maximum flexibility. The Universal Bass Drum Mount offers a simple and...

Having a Brat summer so far? Join us as we take a look at the core components that make up the most effective Charli XCX tracks

Available only at Guitar Center, the new Simmons flagship eKit delivers authentic feel, innovative technology and unmatched value for serious drummers Guitar Center today unveiled the Simmons Titan 90, the most advanced electronic drum kit ever developed by Simmons - the legendary brand that...

Despite low-quality sample rates, vintage digital drum machines remain a production constant. We hook-up three of the best, and recommend their plugin counterparts

If you love the sound of an analog drum machine, but don’t want to splash-out on vintage hardware, here’s our pick of the best vintage machines, in hardware and software form

Percussion Plus is pleased to announce the publication of the 2026 edition of The Beatlife Book: Playing & Teaching Samba (RRP £19.99), the popular educational resource by professional percussionists and workshop leaders Stuart Hardcastle and Chris Preston. Designed for teachers, workshop leaders,...

When Modern Drummer featured Paulina Villarreal on the cover of its April 2026 issue, it was a recognition of more than her extraordinary drumming talent. It was an acknowledgment that she represents a new generation of musicians redefining what modern rock can be. Now, Paulina and her bandmates in...

EVANS Hybrid and Sunhouse announce the launch of the Sensory Percussion eKit System, offering drummers an electronic drumming experience that feels, sounds, and looks natural. Featuring powerful multi-zone Drum Sensors and groundbreaking electronic Cymbal and Hi-Hat Sensors that work with real...

ProMark Launches the Eloy Casagrande Signature Drumstick! ProMark is thrilled to introduce the Eloy Casagrande Signature Stick. This new offering features a 5B diameter and a fortified shoulder that flares to a 2B size for enhanced momentum and weight, especially on rimshots. A teardrop bead...

The 9000X series has been “redesigned and transformed” say Californian company

And it wasn't the first time the UK union had it in for technology

Meductic, NB: SABIAN is proud to announce the release of the new STRATUS Dry Collection, a modern series of dark, dry, and controlled cymbals designed for players seeking clear articulation, lower-volume response, and a visually distinctive raw finish. Developed to expand the sonic palette of the...

Oxnard, CA, June 1, 2026 - Drum Workshop, Inc. (DW) has re-imagined their flagship, industry-standard 9000 series drum hardware. The 9000X Series is the most advanced complete line of stands in the company’s nearly 55-year history. Over the last decade, the existing 9000 hardware series has been...

The 2026 New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival took place on April 23-26 and April 30-May 3rd. Jazz Fest organizers announced that 475,000 fans took part in the event, which is now regarded as one of the world’s greatest celebrations of music and culture. As always, the festival combined local...

Oxnard, CA, (May 18, 2026) - The Slingerland Drum Company launches the Limited Edition Gene Krupa Radio King Snare Drum as the iconic brand continues its rebirth. Considered the first superstar of the drum set, Gene Krupa endorsed Slingerland Drums for his whole career and became nearly synonymous...

Orange County Drum & Percussion has officially unveiled the new Adrian Young Signature Tangerine Sparkle Snare Drum - a limited-edition USA-made release developed in collaboration with Adrian Young, original OCDP founder Daniel Jensen, and Guitar Center’s Director of Merchandise for Drums &...

DrumX, a unique collaboration between Jimmy Jam, one of the most successful hitmakers in music history, and EastWest Sounds, one of the industry’s leading developers of music production software, has just been released and is now available at eastwestsounds.com/drumx By combining Jimmy Jam’s...