The debate rages on when comparing electronic drums and acoustic drums. Actually, there is no debate because acoustic drums will never be replaced. You can simulate the sound of an acoustic kit using electronic drums, but replacing the depth of tone and resonance of the various woods that drum sets are made from. It’s almost… Read More
Music and sports cross paths often, as is illustrated by our National Anthem sung before most athletic events and the huge popularity of halftime during the NFL’s Super Bowl. I mention this because, as I sit here watching the Olympics, I realize we are all blessed to live where we can even read this, but… Read More
Welcome to the weekly installment of “The Whole Note”, DNR’s information page where we Post, Discuss, Demo, Seek, Buy, and Learn about all things drums! Today, let’s take a quick look at one element of a successful percussionist… our sticks. Some of us enjoy a heavier stick, others like a lighter variety. There are traditional… Read More