Drums tuition

The latest drum tutorials from the experts at MusicRadar, including percussion, cymbals, electronic drums and drum accessories

21 budget drum kit and drumming hacks

By Tom Bradley last updated

Inject new life into your gear and playing without handing over your life's savings

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Priced £40-£70

Round-up: 5 budget bass drum pedals

By Adam Jones last updated

A guide to kick pedals priced £40-£70

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How to record your band, part 7: recording vocals

By MusicRadar last updated

The ins and outs of capturing a top-notch vocal performance

Guitars

Next level grooves part 5: hi-hat embellishments

By MusicRadar published

Incorporate subtle hi-hat inflections without detracting from the feel of your basic groove

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Next level grooves part 4: anticipated crashes

By MusicRadar published

Maintain steady time whilst incorporating different crash options

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Next level grooves part 2: hi-hat 'barks'

By MusicRadar published

Add colour and bring emphasis to your grooves

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Next level grooves part 3: linear drumming

By MusicRadar published

No two limbs are played simultaneously in these handy phrases (don’t worry the linear police won’t stop your gig should this occur)

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Next level grooves part 1: hi-hat variations

By MusicRadar published

Add colour and bring emphasis to your grooves

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Military millinery: "When I hit the snare I won't just stop when I hit the drum, I'll try to follow through to the floor"

Arejay Hale: 5 drum tips for hitting hard

By MusicRadar published

Halestorm monster on how to whip up your velocity

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Mapex VX Series Kit - from £479 - £519

How to build the ultimate drum setup… on a budget

By Tom Porter, Rhythm magazine last updated

The best cheap kit your money can buy

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