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I'm MusicRadar's eCommerce Editor. In addition to testing the latest music gear, with a particular focus on electronic drums, it's my job to manage the 300+ buyer's guides on MusicRadar and help musicians find the right gear for them at the best prices. I dabble with guitar, but my main instrument is the drums, which I have been playing for 24 years. I've been a part of the music gear industry for 20 years, including 7 years as Editor of the UK's best-selling drum magazine Rhythm, and 5 years as a freelance music writer, during which time I worked with the world's biggest instrument brands including Roland, Boss, Laney and Natal.

Latest articles by Chris Barnes

VIDEO: Recording tips for the Remote Session Drummer

By Chris Barnes last updated 26 January 17

with Ralph Salmins, Russ Miller, James Hester and more

Drum Lessons & Tutorials

VIDEO: Guide to Remote Session Drumming

By Chris Barnes last updated 26 January 17

Part 1: Business

Drummers

Want to print a page from your digital edition of Rhythm?

By Chris Barnes last updated 26 January 17

With Rhythm's new enhanced digital edition it's possible to print the accompanying notation to follow while you view a video or listen to a track.

Drums

VIDEO: Behind-the-scenes with Drummer Love UK winner

By Chris Barnes last updated 26 January 17

UK Zildjian comp winner prepares for his close up!

Drummers

VIDEO: Guide to Remote Session Drumming (part 3)

By Chris Barnes last updated 26 January 17

with Ralph Salmins, Russ Miller, James Hester and more

Drum Lessons & Tutorials

VIDEO: Example drummer talks through his LED Chequerplate kit

By Chris Barnes last updated 26 January 17

Johnny 'Drum Machine' Jenkins gives Rhythm a guided tour of his Tron-style LED kit

Drummers

Video: Interview with Buddy show organiser Elliott Henshaw

By Chris Barnes last updated 26 January 17

Rhythm goes behind-the scenes at the Buddy Rich 25th Anniversary Memorial concert

Drummers

Video: Cathy Rich talks about keeping her father's legacy alive

By Chris Barnes last updated 26 January 17

Continuing our coverage of the Buddy Rich 25th Anniversary Memorial Concert, Buddy's daughter Cathy and touring Buddy Rich Big Band drummer Gregg Potter remember the drumming legend.

Drummers