Latest articles by Tom Bradley
DW Design Black Nickel Over Brass Snare Drum
The first stand-alone snare drum to join the ever-expanding Design Series from Drum Workshop
Schlagwerk Agile Pro Cajon
Since producing its first Cajon nearly 30 years ago in 1986, these German percussion makers have been at the forefront of the development and increased popularity of the instrument over the years.
Istanbul Agop Xist ION Cymbals
With over 35 years on the cymbal-making scene, the Istanbul cymbalsmiths need little introduction.
KickPro Weighted Bass Drum Pillow
Unquestionably up there as one of the most (if not the most) important parts of our kit, getting a quality bass drum sound is paramount whether playing live or in the studio.
Meinl Byzance Splashes and FX
Meinl has been at the forefront of shaping the 'modern' drum sounds that we've become so familiar with in recent years.
The Workshop: How to change your snare wires
It is easy to take for granted the constant work that our snare wires do in order to create that unique sound at the centre of our kits.
Tuner Fish Lug Locks and Secure Bands
Originally designed with the help of renowned big hitter Mark Richardson (Skunk Anansie, Feeder), British-made Tuner Fish Lug Locks have been in development for the last 10 years.
Sabian HH Vanguard Cymbals
In 2015 Sabian re-released its classic HH range under the guise of the HH Remastered series.
Oriollo Phantom Snare Drums
Led by Serbian metallurgist and drum designer Vukan Karadzic, boutique drum manufacturer Oriollo has been producing seamless metal drum shells for various drum manufacturers since 2003.
Gretsch Bell Brass Snare Drum
Since Tama led the way with the first bell brass snare drum back in the '80s, they have become revered as both live and studio workhorses.
The Workshop: How to clean your drum hardware
If you're anything like us, you'll like taking apart your bits and pieces of drum gear, either to see what makes it tick or to sort out a squeak or rattle.
The Workshop: How to change your drum head
In order to bring the best sound out of our drums, it is important not only to keep them in tune, but also replace the heads from time to time.
Symrna Thunder Lord Cymbals
Despite nearly a decade in production for the Istanbul-based company, Symrna Cymbals are still relatively unknown here.
Pearl Dennis Chambers Signature snare drum
To honour the legendary sticksman that is Mr Dennis Chambers, Pearl has released a brand new signature snare model which it has unofficially dubbed 'The Funkus Maximus'.
Slapklatz Pro
Until recent years, the dampening market has been more or less dominated by one product.
Sabian HH Remastered
When Sabian was founded in 1981 by Robert Zildjian, the Hand Hammered or 'HH' series was its pioneering line.
Natal Arcadia Acrylic
Since the initial popularity of acrylic drums in the 1970s (thanks mainly to John Bonham and his famous Ludwig Vistalite) most drum companies, it seems, have tried their hand at a see-through kit.
LP Raw Series Percussion
American percussion giant LP has been a world leader in its field for decades.
