The drum kit you purchase influences your ability to play as well as playing style. Whether you are a pro, intermediate, or beginner, the drums will determine your level of...
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Best Studio Headphones Under $200: Reviewed for 2025 Having the right studio headphones is vital for anyone involved in music, whether you're recording, mixing, or simply enjoying your favorite tracks....
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Why does it have to be so hard to find the best music equipment out there? Everyone has their own opinion, and it’s hard to weed out the good advice...
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Getting just the right snare drum is essential to rounding out your band’s sound. If your group tends to focus on softer or more mellow beats, then a wood shell...
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Would Van Gogh be the artist we know and love today if he had used crayons? Would the drum break in In the Air Tonight be as impactful if Phil...
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Church worship music isn’t the same as other music genres. Worship music encompasses many different genres instead of one particular sound. Therefore, you need the perfect instruments for church worship...
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Choosing the appropriate Cajon for you can be complex with the wide range of available options. Here at Drum Center of Portsmouth, we live, breathe, and love drums, and our...
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Conga drums have a distinctive sound that became popular in the 1930s with the explosion of Latin music. Afro-Cuban influences in Cuba produced the first conga drum, and the world...
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Microphones are a vital piece of equipment for any artist, music producer, or band's sound equipment. Without mics, there'd be no way to listen to your favorite music and record...
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Deciding which drum set is the right one for you can be difficult - there are enough options out there to drive you crazy! This is because each brand has...
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At Drum Center of Portsmouth, we understand the significance hi-hat cymbals have for drummers. Hi-hats can either make or break your drum set, which is why it's so important to...
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For drummers, as well as any other musician, practicing is essential. Most drummers know what a drum pad is: It's a pad that mimics the feeling of a drum head...
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Being a drummer can easily become an essential part of your identity. Whether you’re a hobbyist or a pro, you can take pride in the fact that you march to...
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