Behind the Beat: “Funky Drummer” by James Brown Dana Parker February 24, 2022 Clyde Stubblefield’s groove is one of the most sampled beats ever. Learn the “Funky Drummer” beat and how to capture its sound with V-Drums. Read More »
Roland Engineering: Understanding Prismatic Sound Modeling Ari Rosenschein August 5, 2021 With Prismatic Sound Modeling, V-Drums have reached unprecedented realism and detail. Learn about the innovative modeling engine. Read More »
V-Drums Warmups Ari Rosenschein June 18, 2021 Prepping for a big gig or woodshedding to improve your chops—these V-Drums exercises will help build precision, timing, and more. Read More »
Tips and Tricks: Using the SPD-SX as a MIDI Controller Charles Burchell February 3, 2021 Utilizing the SPD-SX as a MIDI controller unlocks a new world of creative possibilities. Explore the SPD-SX as a production tool. Read More »
Drummer Dad: Musical Moments with the Family Stuart Williams November 13, 2020 There’s an excitement to playing a drum set for the first time. As a father, Oli Raud gets to revisit that feeling with his children. Read More »
Drum Teacher: Lessons Using Electronic Kits Stuart Williams November 13, 2020 Simon Ash helps aspiring drummers of all ages on their percussion paths. Electronic drums are at the core of his instructional style. Read More »
Stay-at-Home Drummer: Finding Engagement with Music Stuart Williams November 7, 2020 During 2020, many of us turned to creative pursuits while at home. For Simon Gottliffe, his positive escape came from drumming. Read More »
Matt Workman: Behind Drummer XR and Cine Tracer Ari Rosenschein November 6, 2020 Drummer XR blends drumming, green screen, and mixed-reality professional Matt Workman’s immersive 3D world-building chops. Read More »
Drum Companion: Lorne Wheaton on Neil Peart and More Darren Schoepp September 12, 2020 Lorne Wheaton’s lengthy tenure with Neil Peart makes him a Rush fan favorite. Learn about their time on the road in this exclusive interview. Read More »
Time Machine: Remembering Neil Peart Darren Schoepp September 12, 2020 For Neil Peart’s birthday and in remembrance of his immeasurable contribution to drumming, we journey back to revisit the Time Machine. Read More »