Percussion
Everything published on Viyolens under Percussion — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
The Ultimate Guide to Claves
Two wooden sticks that organise a whole family of music: how to hold and strike claves, the difference between son and rumba clave, and what 3–2 and 2–3 really mean.
The Ultimate Guide to Bongos
Two little drums, endless depth. A complete guide to how bongos are built, tuned and played — from the macho and hembra to the martillo and how to choose your first pair.
The Ultimate Guide to Drum Sticks
What the 7A, 5A and 5B codes really mean, why taper and tip matter more than the label, and the two-minute check that stops you buying a dud pair.