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Drum Gear I Actually Use
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I play drums and review music gear for my YouTube channel my storefront. This is the practice gear, sticks, cymbals, heads, and hardware that earned a permanent spot in my setup. I've split it into sections so it's easy to browse by category. As an A...
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Practice Pads
 
More From Me
 
Tuning & Hardware
 
Sticks & Mallets
 
Kits & Shells
 
Cymbals

Practice Pads

Quiet options I use when I can't play a full kit

 
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This is what I use for quiet late-night practice sessions without waking anyone up
Evans RealFeel Attacktile Drum Practice Pad
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Smaller pad I travel with, one side is quieter for hotel room practice and great rebound
Evans RealFeel 6" Two-Sided, Gum Rubber & Neoprene
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More From Me

Where else to catch my content if this list was helpful

 
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If you want the full running list instead of just the highlights here
Full Gear List
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This link stays updated with new deals automatically, so it's worth checking back on
Daily Tech Deals & Promo Codes
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Full reviews and breakdowns here if you want the deeper dive
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Tuning & Hardware

Tools that keep everything sounding right and set up correctly

 
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Takes the guesswork out of tuning, especially useful when surroundings are loud
Ahead Drum Dial (ADD) Precision Screw Tuner
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Solid entry point to add a sound of a second kick without spending a fortune
DW 3000 Series Double Bass Pedal
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Sticks & Mallets

What I actually grab depending on the sound and feel I want

 
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My go-to stick for most sessions, good balance, smooth feel without being too heavy. Looks cool too
ProMark Classic Forward FireGrain 5A, Wood Tip
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Kits & Shells

Where I'd point someone looking to upgrade past a beginner setup

 
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Mahogany shells give a warmer tone than the poplar/basswood kits most beginners start on
Ludwig Classic Mahogany 3-Pc Pro Beat Kit
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A Maple version of one of my favorite finishes, Vintage Black Oyster
Ludwig Classic Maple 3-Pc Pro Beat Kit
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Cymbals

Crashes, ride, and hats — my full cymbal setup

 
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My main ride, warm enough for jazz but cuts through in a full band mix
Zildjian A0079 21" A Sweet Ride Cymbal
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Brighter crash for when I need it to sit on top of the mix
Byzance 18" Medium Crash - Hand Hammered
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More affordable crash option that still holds its own live
Meinl SF17MC Soundcaster Fusion 17" Crash
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Bright and cutting, my go-to when I need the hats to be heard over a loud mix
SABIAN 14" AAX X-Celerator Hats
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Stands & Hardware

The stuff that holds everything else up, unglamorous but necessary

 
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Sturdy enough to not tip with a heavier cymbal on it
Yamaha CS-755 Medium Weight Boom Cymbal Stand
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Extra boom arm I keep on hand for repositioning cymbals mid-setup
YAMAHA MEDIUM BOOM ARM, STRAIGHT TILTER
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Drum Heads

 
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Part of my go-to tom set, thicker feel that holds up under heavier hitting
Evans G12 Coated 16" Tom Drumhead
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This series can also be used for snare drums
Evans G12 Coated 14" Tom Drumhead
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Rounds out the G12 set across all 3 batter heads
Evans G12 Coated 13" Tom Drumhead
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A brighter, more controlled alternative to the G12 when I want less overtone and less flaking
Evans UV2 Coated 14" Tom Drumhead
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The resonant head on my snare, thin enough to keep good snare response
Remo Ambassador Hazy Snare Side Drumhead, 14"
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Recording Accessories

Gear I use specifically when I'm miking up the kit for video or recording

 
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This is what I use to mount a mic on the kit without extra stands
Shure A56D Universal Mic Drum Mount, 5/8"
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