Should you clean your cymbals or not? In this article, I share my experiences from over five years of professional cymbal preparation and more than 400 cleaned cymbals. I explain why patina dampens rather than improves the sound, what advantages clean cymbals really have, and give practical tips on proper cleaning – for better sound, longer durability and greater value retention.

The question of whether to choose an electronic or acoustic drum kit is certainly a crucial one and depends largely on your living situation. In this blog article, you will learn everything you need to know about both types, including all their advantages and disadvantages.

The right drum set-up is crucial for comfort, sound and playing enjoyment. This 10-point checklist will show you how to optimise the positioning of your stool, bass drum, snare, toms, hi-hat and cymbals. So you can play ergonomically, efficiently and with a full groove.

As a drummer, continuous practice is the key to developing technique, timing and creativity. But simply ‘banging away’ is often not enough. Those who practise in a structured way make faster progress and are also more successful.