If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. Drum pads are purposely designed to make you work a ...

Nothing beats sitting and playing at your acoustic or electronic drum kit, however, in my opinion, the humble practice pad should still be a crucial part of your setup. While playing a full drum kit ...

Steve Gadd recently celebrated his 70th birthday, and Vic Firth is honouring the occasion with a bunch of new signature gear for the iconic drummer. First up we have The Gadd Padd. This handy 8" ...

Everett “Vic” Firth, the celebrated principal timpanist of the Boston Symphony Orchestra from 1956 to 2002 who also started a successful percussion equipment company, died on Sunday in his Boston home ...

In 1952, Everett “Vic’’ Firth joined the Boston Symphony Orchestra as its youngest member, and by the time he retired in 2002, his spot as one of the greatest timpanists was well-established. The ...