In Part One, I discussed the overall construction of the e-drum pads, common e-drum issues and how this pad design provides a superior alternative for cost, feel and responsiveness over…
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I’ve successfully developed a new e-drum pad that is inexpensive, versatile and replicates a great-feeling drum. No more of the industry-leading rubber pads, which are surprisingly loud and uncomfortable to…
People dream about winning championships — what about designing the trophy? As the oldest trophy in professional sports, the NHL’s Stanley Cup travels with the champions until they are defeated…
For a guitar lover it was a lucky discovery — finding a vintage Gibson guitar neck that was never used. The neck was purchased after it’s original owner had passed…
After a year of hard work, it's time to go buck wild with a custom-built tenor guitar in the style of a vintage Buck Owens American! This guitar began it's...
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I designed and painted this Van Halen-inspired goalie helmet. This was a great lesson in masking layers and also controlling different paint varieties. Using a clear coat between the layers…
This is my first try at a DIY hi hat controller for e-drums. The single spring approach provides good functionality, but remains too “springy” when compared to how a real…
I made DIY bass drum pedal as the first piece of an on-going project that will ultimately produce a complete DIY e-drum set. My goal has been to create affordable,…