Percussion Tips
Everything published on Viyolens under Percussion Tips — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Common Rack Toms Mistakes to Avoid
Most problems with rack toms come down to the same handful of mistakes: over-dampening, one-sided tuning, and size choices that prioritise looks over sound.
Common Cajon Mistakes to Avoid
Most cajon playing problems trace back to posture, hand technique and snare setup. Here are the mistakes that come up most often and how to correct them before they become habits.
Common Bongo Drumming Mistakes to Avoid
The most common bongo drumming mistakes are habits, not talent problems. Here is what to catch early, and the simple fix for each one.
Common Tambourine Mistakes to Avoid
Tambourine mistakes come down to not listening carefully enough to the instrument in the mix. Here are the most common problems and the corrections that make a real difference.
Common China Cymbal Mistakes to Avoid
Most problems with this type of cymbal come from a small set of predictable decisions. Here are the mistakes that come up most often and what to do instead.
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Bongo Drumming
Bongo drumming adds hand-played rhythm, syncopation and lively percussion to studio, live and learning environments.
Cajon
Portable box drum with bass and snare tones, ideal for acoustic gigs, rehearsal spaces and compact percussion setups.
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China Cymbal
Aggressive effect cymbal with a trashy attack and fast decay, ideal for accents, fills and heavy styles.
Rack Toms
Rack toms are key drum kit components, offering versatile tone, comfortable placement and strong performance across genr...
Tambourine
Find tambourines for bright accents, rhythmic lift and versatile hand percussion across many styles.
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