Latest articles by Chris Barnes
Quick! Sweetwater’s mega Drum Month sale is coming to an end. Save big while you still can
Explore 17 of the best drum kits for the studio, stage and bedroom from Ludwig, Pearl, Tama, DW and more
Put your best foot forward with my guide to choosing the right kick pedal for your playing style and budget, with picks from DW, Pearl, Tama, Yamaha and others
Everything you need to know about how the MusicRadar team tests e-kits for our reviews and buyer's guides - full methodology explained
Learn drums how and when you want with these excellent online drum lesson resources, tried and tested by us
You've not got long to bag yourself a bargain on guitars, pedals, and amps in the Andertons sale
Your place for all the microphone deals from Shure, Rode, AKG, Blue Microphones and more - whether you're a musician or a podcaster
The sales are over now but you can still pick up some great deals
Whether you’re shopping for guitar gear, studio tools or a new keyboard, Thomann's birthday sale has something for every type of musician
Forget Amazon, these are the UK stores offering the best Prime Day deal for musicians today
Our expert round-up of the best ukulele strings is suitable for beginner ukulele players and seasoned strummers alike
Get 12 months of lessons from one of our favourite online guitar tuition platforms - plus a free guitar setup guide - for just $8.25 per month until 18th June
Our step-by-step guide to unboxing, building and optimising your electronic drum kit
With plugins starting from just $9.99, big bundle discounts and free plugins the more you spend, this is the best Waves sale of the year so far
In between writing deals we've been shopping... this is what's in our baskets - from e-kits and plugins, to guitar pedals and tuition subscriptions
Apple's tablet is the perfect tool for mobile music production and this year's Black Friday discounts are heavy, making it the ideal time for you to start you iPad music making journey…
Make 2024 the year your playing moves up a level with online lessons from one of the best platforms around
And if you buy two plugins you can choose another two for free
Choose your perfect first pair of sticks from our expert recommendations, including models from ProMark, Vater, Vic Firth and more
These high-end electronic drums from ex-Roland employees have got the looks, but do they have the midas touch?
A newcomer to the competitive e-kit market, NUX’s mid-range offering is a fantastic value package that should keep the competition on its toes
Whether you teach, tour or own loads of gear, insurance expert John Woosey is here to help you find the right cover
Use our expert guide to help you find the right Yamaha electronic drum set for you
