News and Blog
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Are practice pads good for learning drums? (2021 – Updated)
Posted in: BlogMay 17, 2021Do you need a drum set to learn to play the drums? Can a practice pad be used as an alternative, and what are the benefits and limitations? You’ve had your first drum lesson and are itching to get home and practice your first beat or rudiment. Or perhaps you just watched an online video and are interested in diving deeper! The problem is, you have nothing to practice on. It’s too soon to run out to the music store,… Read More
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The Four Keys to Drum Set Musicality (2021 – Updated)
Posted in: BlogMay 10, 2021Is it possible for drummers to sound musical? It’s certainly true that we create beats and set the tempo for others to follow, but there’s a lot more to our craft than meets the eye. To become a musical drummer, you don’t need a degree in music, decades of listening to multiple drummers, or several years of playing experience. There is no secret sauce, just a simple understanding of four key areas. At Drum Ambition, we like to call them… Read More
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What is a drum head, and which ones should I use? (2021 – Updated)
Posted in: BlogApril 23, 2021Having good drum heads on your drum set can make the difference between an average sound and a great sound, regardless of the quality of your drum shells. With so many different sizes, specifications, and brands to choose from, it can be a little confusing for beginner and hobbyist drummers. While the options may seem daunting at first, understanding a few key features will help you make the right choices. We are here to help! Helpful related articles: How do… Read More
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How do I tune a drum set? (2021 – Updated)
Posted in: BlogApril 22, 2021While it is true that assembling a drum set from the box can be done painlessly with the right guidance, tuning your new drums does present a unique and interesting challenge. When you buy a drum set or an individual drum, they rarely come tuned. Now that we spend more time shopping online than visiting physical stores, this is increasingly the case. Searching online to answer “how do I tune a drum set” yields pages of results, which can be… Read More
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Why are some drum sets more expensive than others? (2021 – Updated)
Posted in: BlogApril 13, 2021Shopping online for drums can be a minefield for first-time buyers. The gulf in pricing for what looks like similar products can be confusing for newbie drum shoppers, but understanding the fundamental differences in the quality of drum shells and aesthetics will make the experience more understandable. We are here to help! If you are ready to buy drums, our guides on buying your first set, choosing between electric and acoustic drums, and common mistakes to avoid when purchasing drum… Read More
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What are drum fills, and how do I make them more creative? (2021 – Updated)
Posted in: BlogApril 12, 2021If you are a beginner drummer or interested in learning the drums, you will come across the terms “beats” and “fills” all of the time. A drumbeat is a generic term for the rhythmic pattern being played in a song, and this is a fairly straightforward concept to grasp. But what on earth is a drum fill, where are they used, and how do beginner drummers (and more experienced drummers, for that matter) develop them into a tasteful and musical… Read More
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How do I drum faster? Why speed is a byproduct of control (2021 – Updated)
Posted in: BlogApril 12, 2021When engaged in a new hobby, it’s natural that we want to progress as quickly as possible. For many beginner drummers, that means wanting to play beats faster. We all look forward to that moment when we can rock out at higher speeds to our favorite songs. There is definitely something exhilarating and hugely satisfying about drumming at faster tempos. Still, our obsession for speed can often lead to inadvertent neglect of the foundation that helps build control. There is… Read More