MAPEX RELEASES HORIZON LACQUER LIMITED EDITION DRUM SETS MT. JULIET, TN, JUNE 16, 2010 – Mapex announced the release of a limited edition Birch/Basswood version of its immensely popular Horizon drum kit. Each 6-piece set features one of two beautiful transparent lacquered finishes and stunning black hardware. All drum sets come with a free 8-inch add-on tom, complete with mounting hardware. “The Horizon Series offers a unique blend of advanced features and classic sounding sh... read more...

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Just me grooving a bit, trying to get comfortable playing in front of a video camera.... read more...

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    On Sunday, March 29, Columbus Percussion will bring a diverse group of world-class drummers together for an afternoon of clinics and performances. The 13th annual Drum Daze festival runs from 1pm to 7:30pm and takes place at the Capitol Theatre in the Riffe Center in downtown Columbus, Ohio. Drum Daze is Columbus, Ohio's premiere drumming event in 2009.  The lineup includes: Tommy Aldridge Terry Bozzio Ralph Peterson Felix Pollard Mike White Each artist will perform for roughly one hour, often including solo performances, playing with pre-recorded tracks, and question & answer segments. In years past, Drum Daze performers have taken part in an all-star Jam Session towards the end of the event. Between each session, Columbus Percussion will be giving away door prizes ranging from t-shirts and hats, to drumsticks and drumheads. There will even be cymbal and drum giveaways for a lucky few. In the theatre lobby, drum companies will be displaying their latest products. It's a great opportunity to try out the latest in drum sets, cymbals and more. Directly after the show, the performers will be on hand for an autograph session in the lobby. Tickets are $25 in advance, or $35 at the door. Tickets for children age 10 and under are available as well, for $10 in advance or $15 at the door. They are available at Columbus Percussion or online at http://www.columbuspercussion.com

This is a video of drummer Matt Shorty playing "Chop Suey!" by System of a Down. ...and yes, he plays drums barefoot. Many rock drummers do! Drum kit: Mapex M Birch 7 piece with Remo Ebony Pinstripe heads Recording: Mixed down to ONE stereo track, then recorded. No multi-track recorders! The drums were recorded dry, then used EQ, compression, and reverb after recording. Software/hardware - Pro Tools LE 7.1/Mbox 2 Mics - Sennheiser e835 on the bass drum A stereo PZM o... read more...

This guy is crazy, here are some of the things you'll here in this solo: 1. 3/8 left foot pattern played between the hi-hat and clave. I play against this before going into a linear pattern with my right side, leaving my left hand open for improvisation. 2. 7/8 foot pattern that is played LRRRLRR across four pedals. I play some simple patterns over top, a shuffle, and a mambo. This section was particularly tough for me, and it shows in some slipups in the continuity of the foot p... read more...

Here's drummer Glen Sobel playing a solo on Mapex's new Meridian Maple drum kit.    Check out our video review of the Mapex Meridian Birch with a demo from Greg Bissonette from Winter NAMM 2009! https://drummerconnection.com/featured/youtube/4566-gregg-bissonette-live-mapex ... read more...