LP Square TambourineWe're back form Winter break with our Winter NAMM 2012 recap.  The English Muffin sits in and we're joined by PastorStix, our roving correspondent, who went above and beyond the call of duty in bringing us the most unique and interesting things to see and hear at the convention.  Show notes, pics and more after the break! Gregg potter and the BR Big Band - First Show March 3 http://www.moderndrummer.com/site/2012/01/gregg-potter-with-the-buddy-rich-big-band/#.TyKuCphe8fO Queen announces winner of contest http://www.drummercafe.com/music-industry/news/queens-roger-taylor-announces-winners-of-the-queen-extravaganza-competition.html http://www.queenextravaganza.com Sticks N ...

Think of it as NAMM for Deutschland.  Musikmesse runs from today to April 9 in Frankfurt, Germany and features exhibits from music manufacturers from around the world!  Want to keep up on all things Musikmesse?  Follow them on twitter!

Part II of our  look at all the crazy gear coming out at this year's Winter NAMM in Los Angeles (Anaheim!!).  Travis Barker is the drummer of the week, we talk  about Tommy Igoe's new DVD, and no one laughs at Carter's jokes.  Show Notes Direct Download

We look at all the crazy gear coming out at this year's Winter NAMM in Anaheim and Adrian Young is the drummer of the week! Show Notes Direct Download

Now THIS is cool.  As part of their 100th anniversary celebrations, Ludwig is releasing a gorgeous stainless steel kit. Every kit will be fashioned by Ronn Dunnett, owner of Dunnett Classic Drums, who knows a thing or two about making metal drums. Too bad they're only making 100 of them. I'd love to get one. Source: Harmony-Central.com Since 1909, Ludwig has been making exceptionally crafted percussion products for drummers of all styles. During the 100th Anniversary year, ...

In another masterstroke, photographer/drum luthier/webmaster Ronn Dunnett of Drumsmith.com took a trip to Cindy Blackman's clinic in Vancouver, Canada a couple years back. He brought his camera. What resulted is nothing short of mastery. There's really nothing more I can say. Just enjoy.

As we've discussed at length on the show, electronic drums will never (say it with me) never replace acoustic drums in terms of feel and overall sound. That said, Roland's new TD-4S V-Kit is really nice. I'm usually not a fan of rubber pads on electronic kits, but this one looks pretty good. Simpler, more streamlined stands, easier cable-wrangling. I'm sold. Check out the demo video Johnny Rabb (Friend of The Show) did at this ...

This week, we discuss pusle, beat, and BPM.  Also, We cover NAMM news, demonstrate the Herta as the Rudiment of the week, and Ginger Baker is the Drummer of the Week. Show Notes

More from Pearl's showcase at NAMM in Anaheim, CA. They've released a Jingle Cajon as part of their onslaught of gear. Looks pretty interesting to me. I like how this instrument sounds in my head. Looking forward to getting my hands on one. Cool video at Pearl's website. Source: Harmony-Central.net Designed in conjunction with L.A. session percussionist Pete Korpela, Pearl's new Jingle Cajon offers four different sound possibilities in one package. The fiberglass body adds superior strength, ...

Looks like ZIldjian has expanded their new A Custom Rezo line at NAMM this year with seven new models. I personally haven't tried these out, but I'm very interested to hear how the blended lathing sounds. Source: Harmony-Central.net The Avedis Zildjian Company, the world's leading cymbal manufacturer has reacted quickly to the success of the recently introduced A Custom Rezo Crash cymbals, by introducing seven additional new models within the A Custom Rezo series. These new cymbals ...