Seven snare drums were recorded by some real pro Chicago drummers, David Moss and Larry Beers. Tools recorded the sound on his rare Neve 8078 console
Read moreThrow Off vs. Strainer - which is it?
"I've heard a throw off referred to as a strainer? Why? Ahem.....from one who has spent way too much time studying and being baffled the antiquities of membranophones..... In my opinion, a strainer and a throw off are two different terms describing two different things, but are used interchangeably to describe the throw off mechanism.
Read moreBrady Drums announces closing
It is with sadness that we announce our decision to close Brady Drums.
Read moreThe most expensive drumhead in the world!
Valencia, CA- On November 7, 2015, the drumhead from the Beatles’ Ed Sullivan debut was sold at Julien’s auction in Beverly Hills, CA, for $2.125 million.
Read moreSlingerland 30s drum set for sale in Minneapolis
I've got my dad's old drum kit in our basement and am not sure what to do with it as my wife and i are downsizing. Can you tell from these photos if it has any monetary value? (I've also got an extra cymbal.) If so, how would you suggest i put it on the market?
Deri-Korri Drum Set for sale
I have a small german Deri-Korri vintage drum set from the 50s/60s I want to sell now. It stood for decades in the attic and would probably be overhauled. Do you know to whom I can approach in this case. Where are the enthusiasts and passionate collectors? Which forums can be used? Of course I'm interested also, which price range is to expect. Located in Hamburg/Germany. Thanks and best wishes Peter Peitsch <pp01@gmx.de>
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Custom Drum of the Month - Bobby Rock Sistine Chapel kit
This is the custom built Peavey Sistine Chapel drum kit produced exclusively for Bobby Rock, drummer for Slaughter, Vinnie Vincent Invasion, Nelson, and others.
Read moreCleaning and polishing vistalite and mylar finish drums
The best products we have found for cleaning and polishing Vistalite drums and mylar wrapped drums are made by Meguiars Mirror Glaze.
Read moreReview of Canopus Back Beat 30 Snare Wires
The Canopus Black Brass drum that I tested these 30 strand wires on had the perfect width bed for these wires to lie in and respond correctly. It’s nice to see a drum company that understands how this is supposed to work. It was a pleasure to play this drum and hear that big, rich and snappy snare sound coming from underneath. The snares sounded very full and there was minimal snare buzz from other instruments
Read moreReview and announcement of new Canopus Yaiba snare models and finishes
Canopus has added some new models and colors to the current Yaiba Maple and Birch snare series. Until last month the models were only available with the Yaiba kits I reviewed earlier this year. They are now available as individual drums in the Canopus snare line up. They are not up on the Canopus website yet so this is kind of a sneak peek.
Read moreReview of the new Canopus Nickel Black Brass Snare Drum
I hate to use the obvious comparison, but it does sound very much like the heavy brass Ludwig Black Beauty drums that were made in the seventies, which are sought after. And I think that’s what Canopus was going for since they mentioned it on their website.
Read moreReflections on Shelly Manne: Chapter 3
“Anyone can learn to play a jazz ride cymbal beat. The problem is making it swing. Shelly Manne's mentor was Davey Tough and to go back to listen to the early recordings of Woody Herman's ‘First Herd’ with Davey Tough playing drums, says it all. It's all about swing”.
Read morePlease choose which you like better: Jeff Porcaro or a drum machine!
Researchers played music for groups of subjects and then asked them how much they ‘liked’ the rhythm. In one group, the drum part was played by a drummer (Jeff Porcaro unbeknowst to the participants): in another test group, the same rhythm was played by a drum machine. Although subjects could not quantify their answers, they somewhat preferred the 'real' drummer.
Read more1920s George B.Stone & Son, Inc. 5x14 Blonde (maple) Master Model Snare
This drum was sold to me and documented to be in Near Mint Condition, I’d call it Excellent-Plus condition, no big deal either way. I’m told that the Blonde, solid maple shell is pretty rare as most of the Master Models are Black Lacquer. Noted collector, Bill Wanser told me that he has never seen a Blonde MM. I’m told that Stone Master Models are highly sought after by symphony and orchestral percussionists.
Read moreWhat I did on my summer vacation
I finally realized one of my biggest dreams to have my picture giving Ringo a snare drum just like my Father did in the mid 60's when he presented Ringo with his gold plated Ludwig as a thank you for playing Ludwig ...what an honor and emotional event for me. I will never forget it......Thank you Ringo.!!
Read moreBill Ludwig's WFL III Drums Kickstarter Fund Raising Campaign Ending Soon
Hello everyone!! As most of you know, I have been working on WFL III Drums for about a year now and over the weekend we officially launched our Kickstarter campaign to help us launch this company to new heights. Check it out:
Read moreWelcome back, Mr. Ludwig!
It's great to welcome Bill Ludwig III back to the NSMD writing staff. Of course, most drummers know that "B3" is the grandson of Ludwig Drum Company founder, Wm. F. Ludwig Senior. He was the artist relations person for the company during the late seventies and eighties. His dad sold that company to Conn Selmer during the eighties. Bill was also the owner and publisher of Not So Modern Drummer during the 2000s. I have been after him for years to write a column and now was a good time for him to start.
Read moreBuying Custom: Are custom drums right for you?
I’m not here to say that everyone should have custom drums. It’s a very personal choice and it really depends largely on your priorities and expectations. If you’re considering going the custom route – now or at some time in the future – check off the pros and cons as they relate to you personally.
Read moreLudwig & Ludwig 1930s bass drum w painted scene head.
.....he wrapped it in cardboard and put a few pounds of tape around it and put it on the Greyhound bus bound for a nearby town that still had a bus station. So the drum rode the Greyhound all the way to Georgia.
Read moreCirca 1930 Ludwig 4x14 brass "mystery" silver flake snare drum
In the end, I did not find a rare silver Stipelgold Ludwig snare drum. Indeed, what I received was an even rarer gift, a beautiful circa 1930 brass Ludwig drum that was passionately played by a war hero and kind friend to many.
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