An often-overlooked part of a Vintage MIJ kit is the Bass Drum Pedal. Most Japanese pedals back then had no name or markings and were pretty generic looking, but Pearl had their “SPEED PEDAL”, no doubt inspired by the Ludwig Speed King and Star had their “PRO PEDAL”, and there is even a “TOP PEDAL” out there. Not to be outdone Gracy via Yan Drum had their “FOOT PEDAL”
Read moreGracy Snare Drum
For me this drum is a keeper, it has so many of the things I look for in a snare drum, thin shell, solid lugs, stick-saver hoops, a reliable strainer, and a stunning wrap. If you find a Gracy like this one out there, I highly recommend!
Read moreCarlow Classics Vintage Drum Hardware
Presenting the most durable and authentic looking replacements for missing or cracked/broken factory original Rim Clips, Tube Lugs and Tension Rods.
Designed and precision manufactured to meet the specification tolerance and appearance requirements for factory original fittings on 1920’s and 30’s Ludwig & Ludwig snare drums in both Deluxe (new or aged) and Bright Nickel finishes.
Read moreFor Sale - Zildjian 20" K Custom Dry Ride Prototype unlathed 4 rivets 2731g - $329
…from the 2000s approximately. This cymbal weighs in at 2731 grams, is unlathed and hand hammered
Read moreFor Sale - Zildjian 20" K Custom Left Side Ride w 3 Rivets 2447 g - $375
Designed with Peter Erskine, the K Custom Left Side Ride is an all-important second ride
Read moreFor Sale - Zildjian 20" A Custom Ping Ride Cymbal - $240
Up for sale is a Zildjian A Custom 20" Ping Ride weighing in at 2907 grams. $240 + $30 shipping
Read moreLosing My Dream ... or When one door closes
It took a long time for my ears to settle down and to find ways of coping with a pretty debilitating condition (tinnitus, hyperacusis, recruitment). Today I can do a bit of playing and that has enabled me to teach again, and that’s where I think I’m really meant to be.
Read moreTranscribing – Listening Beyond the Notes: A Call for Analytical Listening
One of the most important but often overlooked steps in the transcription process is playing what you have written down.
Read moreJohn JR Frondelli : Remembering Tony Williams
To call Tony Williams a drumming legend is a complete understatement. Tony wasn't just a drummer… His drumming was a ‘Distinct Style’, which influenced other drumming legends - (Steve Gadd for one).
Read moreFor Sale - Pristine Yamaha Maple Custom Absolute drum set
Nic Marcy is selling this shell pack for $2500 plus shipping. No hardware.
kick 22 x18
8x12 and 9x13 rack toms
16 x 16 Floor tom
Contact Nic at NICDRUMS@aol.com
For Sale - NSMD Back Issues - Collections and Singles
Back issue collections and singles available at Not So Modern Drummer Store and DrumSellers.com
Read moreFor Sale - "The Missing Rudiments" book by George Lawrence
Latest PDF book by George Lawrence. The 2025 first edition Includes the list of 40 Percussive Arts Society rudiments plus 84 more fundamental stickings that are not in the P.A.S. list
Read moreFor Sale - Sonor D-515 PA Phonic Rosewood Reissue 14x5.75" 10-Lug Snare Drum 2001 - Present - Rosewood Veneer (Inside + Outside)
Purchased new in 2022. Played in our studio a few times. The drum is in great shape! - no blemishes, scratches, or other. The batter head has stick marks and light wear. The rosewood pops!
Read moreFor Sale: DW Collector's Series 4-Piece Shell Pack | Pure Maple | Black Oyster | Excellent Condition with Accessories Box
Doug Aronson is selling this like new DW kit for $3500 plus shipping, no tax. This kit sells online new for from $4115 plus tax at Sweetwater.com to $4732 plus tax at guitarcenter.com
Read moreFor Sale: Tama Starclassic 5.5 x 14 maple snare clear lacquer
Up for sale is a nice 5.5" x 14" Tama Starclassic Maple snare drum in Maple Lacquer finish with die cast hoops.
Read moreFor Sale DW Collectors Copper 6.5 x 14 Copper Snare
These copper drums go for a lot more but I’ve price this one to sell. More pictures upon request. I played it before the lug broke and it sounded great.
Read moreMissing Rudiments: Ruffs
In researching for my Missing Rudiments book, I found many alternate stickings for ruffs.
Read moreEric Everett : Remembering Tony Williams
“Believe It” is the name of Williams’ 1975 album with this new band line-up: Allan Holdsworth (guitar), Alan Pasqua (keyboards) and Tony Newton (bass).
Read moreMarc Potocsky : The Best Of Both Worlds
After 35 years in the music business, Marc put away the drumsticks and began a full-time career as a fine artist and portrait painter. He opened MJP Studios, which is a full service decorative painting company located in Branford, CT. Moe has painted many of the iconic musicians adorning the walls of the legendary ‘Toads Place’ in New Haven, CT.
Read moreWWSGD? (What Would Steve Gadd Do?)
It’s an old joke: How many drummers does it take to change a light bulb? The standard answer is three: one to change the bulb and two more to discuss how Steve Gadd would have done it.
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