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Drum Basics to get you started!!
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items I’ve been an avid musician all my life , writing and playing the music. I’ve been a drummer going on 15 years, and I know there are still people out there wanting to learn. Here are some of the most helpful things I had growing up that led me to bein...
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Drum Sets
Accessories
Pads
Sticks
Books 📕
Drum Sets
Some of my all time favorite sets ! Whether that be from school, home , or anywhere in between , these are solid options for you !
If you want more play room , and extra sound , invest in a Pearl adolescent drum set. It comes with all the cymbals and the seat , giving you the freedom to open and play!!
Pearl Roadshow Jr. Drum Set With Hardware and Cymbals Jet Black
Need I say more ? This is a GREAT deal !
Sound Percussion Labs Junior Kicker 5-Piece Drum Set Metallic Blue
If you don’t want a heaviness of an acoustic set but want the sound, the Alesis set is one of the best on the market. I’ve personally owned this one and the “heads” have a great bounce back to them. The cymbals are loose so it’s not a tight sound. Ov...
Alesis Nitro Max 8-Piece Electronic Drum Set With Bluetooth and BFD Sounds Black | Guitar Center
Whist this isn’t the exact model I had , this would be a great option for younger kids to get the hang without breaking the bank. Would frinitrly recommend!
Sound Percussion Labs Lil' Kicker 3-Piece Drum Set
Accessories
Does your drum sound flat? Are you losing all your sticks ? Look here for helpful hints and tips !
This was a game changer for me when I played on the set !! Sometimes I’d be jamming away and a stick would go airborne. Thankfully I had this caddy that attaches right to a cymbal stand or other hardware, so I was able to not skip a beat! They are su...
Vic Firth Stick Caddy
With these cool gadgets , you can get rid of the echo and excess noise , so you can tone in to your sound and stick articulation.
Drum dampener
Growing up , I acquired a BUNCH of sticks of all variations. I played all throughout school into marching band , and this carrier helped me keep all my tools together… my sticks , dampeners , stick tape, and tuner. Whether you’ve got one pair of stic...
MEINL Designer Stick Bag
This is essential for the longevity of your sticks ! If hit the stick against the rim, it won’t put wear on the stick. You can make them all different colors , too!
Vater Stick and Finger Tape Black | Guitar Center
When they’re sounding a little out of tune , get it back to sounding better than ever.
Sound Percussion Labs Drum Key Pack
These fine tune your sound and mute everything else! Pretty amazing!
Zildjian Hi-Fi Earplugs
Pads
This a great practice pad if you’re looking to practice on the quiet side and jam out to the loud! Dual pads allow you to strengthen your grip and strength, while allowing a crisp sound.
Vic Firth Double-Sided Practice Pad
This is a great versatile option that could be used for kids and adults. Younger kids can get the feel of the stick to the pad , while older adults can use this to practice with their downstroke in the center of the drum. It’s designed for accuracy w...
Remo Practice Pad 6 Inch
If you’re not quite ready to test your accuracy on the 6” remo, this is great middle ground!! Lightweight too !
Remo Practice Pad 8 inch
Sticks
If you’re feeling jazzy, or want to feel the rhythm , these are the best choice for you. The small, tear-shaped tips help articulate cymbal sound , while also balancing sound around the set.
Vic Firth American Classic Hickory Drum Sticks Wood 5A
These wire brushes are the best brand!! They are versatile , allowing you to change the sound quality depending on how far out you pull the brush. You can swish around on the snare drum, or lighting roll on a cymbal.
Vic Firth Jazz Brush Plastic Handle
Need I say more than ADD THESE TO YOUR COLLECTION!! They’re so dang cool and it’s not often you see great quality colored sticks !
Zildjian Limited-Edition 5A sticks
If you’re someone who loves a good cymbal ride , crash , or vibration , these are the sticks for you ! With the nylon tip, the sound resonates , while dampening out extra noise.
Zildjian DIP Drum Sticks 7A
You’ll never see me march using another pair of sticks. These are the OG snare sticks in my opinion. It has enough weight in the sticks to get a great up and downstroke , while still being flexible and manageable for stick tricks etc. Tape these bad ...
Vic Firth Corpsmaster Ralph Hardimon Drum Sticks
These are wire brushes on steroids ! Pack the sound into music with these.
Promark Promark Hot Rods
These are perfect for kids just starting out ! These are for ages 3-8 years old.
Vic Firth Kidsticks Blue
These are great for kids 3-8 years old! Just the right fit 😊
Vic Firth Kidsticks Pink
Cool for anyone a fan of the Texans!
NFL Drum Sticks Houston Texans 5A
If you’re feeling the heat , grab a pair of these !
NBA Drum Sticks Miami Heat 5A
Books 📕
I got this book during drum lessons in the very beginning and it helped so much because I could listen and learn. It comes with a DVD to guide it along!
Alfred Drum Method Book 1 with DVD
This book is great to learn all your rudiments and rolls you need to rock the set!
Alfred Alfred's Drum Method, Book 1
The first song I learned was Billie Jean, right from this book. Enjoy the excitement with me !
Hal Leonard Songs For Beginners with Play Along