Allan Leibowitz

Brisbane

Editor at DigitalDrummer

Editor at Large at Forkliftaction

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New software revives ddrum4

1 week ago | digitaldrummermag.com | Allan Leibowitz

A virtual collaboration is helping bring a 25-year-old drum module into the 21st century. Three software tinkerers, collectively calling themselves Team ddrum4ui, recently unveiled an app that breathes new life into the iconic ddrum4 drum module by enabling editing of factory sound files and adding new audio samples to the brain and with some other features. Before examining the advances, it’s worth looking back at the history of the drum brain which is still sought after today.
My Monster Kit - digitalDrummer

3 weeks ago | digitaldrummermag.com | Allan Leibowitz

Dave Plumb from Manchester in the UK shows off his kit. Dave’s kit: Roland VAD 503Roland TD-27 moduleddrum DDTi interfaceYamaha DTX Multi 12 DTXplorer moduleAdditional drums: Three PD-85 toms; 8”, 12”, 14” A2E tomsAdditional cymbals: Lemon and Roland Dave’s story:I started playing the drums at 13 years old when I discovered prog rock. The bands I listened to and which influenced me were Rush, Genesis and The Doors.
DWe offered with V-Cymbals

3 weeks ago | digitaldrummermag.com | Allan Leibowitz

If there’s been one criticism of DWe Drums, it’s been the acoustic noise of the metal cymbals. Now, DW is addressing this by offering the kits paired with Roland’s V-Cymbal pads. At the heart of the new offering is Roland’s DrumLink system which brings wireless trigger support to Roland analogue cymbals, drum pads and triggers.
Roland rocks Auckland

1 month ago | digitaldrummermag.com | Allan Leibowitz

Roland is descending on New Zealand, with a couple of events in Auckland. The Roland-fest kicks off on Thursday, 29 May, with a drum lab at the Backbeat Bar, 100 Karangahape Rd, at 6 pm. Hosted by V-Drums product manager Simon Ayton and Danny Boldiston, DW product manager, the session will highlight the latest Roland and DWe instruments.
And then there were three

1 month ago | digitaldrummermag.com | Allan Leibowitz

Another replacement screen option for Roland TD-12, TD-20 and TD-20X drummodulesUK online e-drums supplier Love Drums is the latest to offer replacement screens for Roland TD-12 and TD-20 modules. Until recently, Love Drums, which sells used modules and drum pads as well as e-drumaccessories, was a reseller of the two replacement screen options which have been on themarket since 2021.
Strata line extended

1 month ago | digitaldrummermag.com | Allan Leibowitz

Alesis has expanded its Strata e-drum range with the launch of a new kit, the Strata Club kit. The new kit delivers on the increasing need for pro-quality sound in compact spaces with a plug-and-play experience that mirrors an acoustic set – all at an affordable price, according to Alesis. The Strata Club is a seven-piece kit based on the mid-range Core module, which sports a 7″ touchscreen and the BFD3 sound engine.
R-Drums adds ‘chainable’ trigger

2 months ago | digitaldrummermag.com | Allan Leibowitz

To meet the growing demand for multi-sensor trigger systems, Germany’s R-Drums has launched its Chain Trigger internal side-mounted drum trigger. The Chain Trigger is a dual-zone trigger for mounting on the inside of the drum shell. It is attached to the shell using a lug, so no drilling is required. What is unique about the new system is that multiple Chain Triggers can be installed in a single drum and connected to each other using the built-in male/female cables.
BFD 3.5 released

Mar 7, 2025 | digitaldrummermag.com | Allan Leibowitz

BFD has released an update of its drum VST, just dropping BFD 3.5.The new version introduces an enhanced engine and “best-in-class features designed to push realism and sonic customisation even further”. There’s a redesigned workflow, a range of new kits, mix-ready presets and advanced modelling technology for tom resonance and cymbal swells.
Trump tariffs will hurt e-drummers

Mar 6, 2025 | digitaldrummermag.com | Allan Leibowitz

US consumers face increased prices for e-drums, especially entry-level instruments, as President Donald Trump’s recent tariff moves take effect. Chinese imports were already taxed, and the new measures bring the impost to 20% of the value of the imported items. Experts like the US National Retail Federation point out that tariffs are a tax on imported goods and are paid for by the importer.
More MIDI - digitalDrummer

Mar 6, 2025 | digitaldrummermag.com | Allan Leibowitz

digitalDrummer explores a new compact MIDI hub. CME, which revolutionised wireless MIDI with its compact, easy-to-use WIDI products, has stepped up the game with a couple of new router-type devices. digitalDrummer got to test the “host” version – the H4MIDI WC. What’s in the boxLike its WIDI siblings, the H4MIDI WC is a compact, fuss-free box.