“Drum Lessons? Why on earth should I go through that? I’m doing fine. Not only my time’s getting tighter day by day, but also my chops are faster and cleaner than ever. Oh, and I have no problem understanding drum theory: I can read sixteenth-note paraparadiddles on the hi-hat, kick and snare, no problem.”

“Why should I learn how to read music?”

If I had a buck every time I was asked that question, I would probably have enough money by now to get an extra set of drums —cymbals included. Yet, it’s a legitimate question.

Acquiring an electronic drum set can be an investment of significant value and risk, compared to buying a cymbal or a pair of headphones, for example. It’s a purchase that could prove enjoyable and beneficial, or a waste of money and a burden you’ll want to get rid of. That said, here are 5 Points that will hopefully make buying an e-drum kit a non-regrettable decision.

You’ve recently taken up the drums, you’re getting into it, but you don’t have a kit, so you only have the chance to play during your drum lesson or at your friend’s house —in case you have a friend who owns a drum set. Or if you tag along with that friend of yours at his band’s studio rehearsal and they let you play a bit during their break.

Do you often wonder what drumsticks to buy? I know I often do. Well, there’s so many type of sticks, different brands, sizes, tip shapes, kinds of wood —heck, even different colors!— that it can be overwhelming. Allow me to try and give you 3 tips —no pun intended— on how to choose the pair of sticks that suits you.