Since 2008 · Written by Philip Ellis
How to build a custom drum set, one shell at a time.
Drum building tips, tools and tutorials for drummers learning how to build custom drums.
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Drums/April 2, 2024
Drum Innovations That Changed Drumming
The invention of the bass drum pedal in the early 1900s marks a pivotal moment in drumming history. Before this innovation, drummers were limited to playing multiple drums simultaneously. The bass drum pedal, pioneered b
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Drum Tips/December 1, 2020
How I Integrate Electronic Drum Sounds Into My Drum Playing
In this video, I explain how I use Ableton Live’s Chain Selector to automatically load drum samples on to my electronic pad when I launch a song
Drums/November 6, 2020
6 Innovative Drum Companies That Are Changing The Industry
Custom Drum Companies You Should Be Watching 1. A&F Drum Co If you haven’t heard of A&F Drum Co, you must not be paying attention. “Simple Design, Practical Application, Brilliant Sound…these are the pillars that Antoun
Drum Tips/February 17, 2020
How Bob Ross Influences My Drumming and Teaching
When we just let ourselves “go crazy” to experience something not planned – and build on it – our confidence grows and creativity can flourish
Custom Drums/August 23, 2018
The Top 10 Custom Drum Companies You May Not Know
Choosing a drum kit, or part of a drum kit can be one of the most overwhelming decisions you’ll make as a musician. Without choosing the right brand or company, you’re going to be left with a drum kit that doesn’t suit y
Drummer Gifts/November 21, 2017
The Ultimate Gift Guide For Drummers
Do you have a hard time finding a gift for the drummer in your life? Look no further for the ultimate drummer gift idea list!
Drummer resources/July 18, 2017
7 Surefire Signals that You Would Make a Good Drummer
Do you have what it takes to be a first-rate drummer? Do you possess the musical—and physical—prowess to excel in this rhythmic vocation?
Featured/June 19, 2017
How To Record Drums – Behind the Scenes with Philip Ellis
I recently had the chance to film some behind the scenes videos while recording on a project in the studio. I hope they are helpful to give you ideas that you can use when you record your custom drums in the studio!
Featured/December 28, 2015
How to Search Amazon for Deals up to 90% Off
You can actually search Amazon.com by how much % off an item is from it’s regular price. You can do this by hacking the amazon url to include &pct-off=90- at the very end of url. (change 90 to whatever % off you want to
Drum Building Resources/November 30, 2014
The Best Gifts for Drummers and Drum Builders
The best gifts for drummers and drum builders. Including GoPro Hero4, JBL Charge BlueTooth Stereo, A Wood Burning Kit, and lots more!