Dave Holmes
Latest articles by Dave Holmes
Gear4Music DD400 kit
By Dave Holmes last updated
This brand-new, conveniently compact electronic drum kit is the latest in a line of own-brand, wallet-friendly e-kits from Gear4Music
DW 5000 Series Delta III Accelerator Bass Drum Pedal
By Dave Holmes last updated
The 5000 series pedal on which DW built its reputation has been enhanced to make it even smoother
Mapex Saturn V
By Dave Holmes last updated
Over the last decade the Mapex Saturn Series has been systematically transformed beyond recognition of its Saturn Pro ancestry
Audio-Technica Drum Mics
By Dave Holmes last updated
A selection of vastly different microphones all suitable for drums and a myriad of other musical applications
Alesis Nitro E-Kit
By Dave Holmes last updated
Over the years Alesis has produced an impressive array of products for us drummers – many of which have been truly ground-breaking.
Alesis Command Electronic Drum Kit
By Dave Holmes last updated
The Alesis catalogue of electronics encompasses synth modules, studio monitors, audio interfaces, signal processors, mixers, e-drums, drum machines and sample pads.
Yamaha DTX400K
By Dave Holmes last updated
An affordable e-kit from one of the world's largest musical instrument producers warrants close scrutiny
Yamaha DTX522 Kit
By Dave Holmes last updated
Stepping into the place of the DTX500 and occupying the lower mid-range position of Yamaha's electronic kits
Alesis SamplePad 4
By Dave Holmes last updated
Here we have the latest in a line of 'Multi-pads' from the e-boffins at Alesis.
Bill Sanders Mini, Snare and Brush Practice Pads
By Dave Holmes last updated
Way back in the early '70s, Bill Sanders developed and engineered a practice drumset which, with the exception of a few nips and tucks, has changed little since it was first marketed.
Istanbul Agop Xist Power Pack
By Dave Holmes published
Musical metals without spending a fortune
Roland EC-10 EL Cajon
By Dave Holmes published
Love or loathe them, the meteoric rise of the percussion sensation that is the cajon is not to be sniffed at.
Roland TD-11KVSE
By Dave Holmes published
Since the TD-11KV was launched at the beginning of 2012, this electronic kit has become a number-one best seller for Roland.
Roland PowerPly Mesh Heads
By Dave Holmes published
Up until recently Roland's mesh heads were only available as a 'spare part' and from Roland directly.
Tama Custom Superstar Hyperdrive Kit
By Dave Holmes published
A kit of conundrums - shallow depth hanging toms, standard-sized floor toms and a healthy-depth kick
Roland TD-4KP Portable kit
By Dave Holmes published
The V-drums company presents an electronic kit that is so portable, you can sling it over your shoulder and head out for a gig or rehearsal...
Roland TD-30KV
By Dave Holmes published
Roland's new flagship V-Drum kit comes with all the power of the SuperNATURAL
Roland SPD-SX Sample Pad
By Dave Holmes published
We take a look at Roland's new sampling and percussion pad
Gear4Music WHD DD516-Pro Electronic Drum Kit
By Dave Holmes published
A shockingly good budget e-kit
VK Drums Stainless Steel kit
By Dave Holmes last updated
Alan van Kleef is master craftsman, metal engineer, sound engineer, designer, session drummer and the proprietor of VK drums
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