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In episode #19 of the Drum Tuning Guru I talk all about cymbals and how it will impact your overall cymball sound. I also tell you how you can win a copy of my new Kindle book " how to master the art of drum tuning"

In episode #18 of the Drum Tuning Guru I speak with recording engineer and drummer Jim Monroe. We discuss the basics of microphone placement . www.racketroom.com  a good recording book HERE

In this episode I cover tom tuning basics as well as answer a listener question regarding his cocktail kit and tell a little story about a recent recording session.. www.thedrumtuningguu.com

Mike Johnston is the interview guest in this episode of The Drum Tuning Guru. In episode 13 Danny talks to Mike about his early start at Mikeslessons.com and how he developed his teaching style. Mike also offers some great perspective on how to choose your drums to fit the musical situation.  www.mikeslessons.com www.thedrumtuningguru.com www.themusicfactoryoc.com

In This , episode #10 of the drum tuning guru, I interview Jesse Bradman from Kickport International. Jesse has a great background and sheds some great light onhow to make your kick drum sound amazing... www.kickport.com www.thedrumtuningguru.com www.themusicfactoryoc.com

In this episode of the Drum Tuning Guru we speak to Mike Jimenez. Mike is the drummer for Science Fiction Theater and Rufio as well as a studio owner and recording engineer. Mike discusses how being an engineer has impacted his drumming and his ability to get great drum sounds. Also in this episode is a drum tuning quick tip from the Guru. www.thedrumtuningguru.com http://www.ewokteethrecordingstudios.com

The Drum Tuning Guru podcast is dedicated to helping drummers achieve the best sound possible from the kits. Hosted by Face to Face drummer and drum tuning expert Danny Thompson, the show features guest drummers, product specialists and manufactures. In episode #8 of the Drum Tuning Guru, Danny interviews professional Drum tech and drummer, Chris Arredondo. Chris is currently the drum tech for Gina Shock of the Go-Go's and he is also the drummer for the band the Briggs. Chris shares " a day in the life" of a drum tech and also gives some great insight into what a real pro drum set up is like.  https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Drum-Tuning-Guru/410773945626017 www.thedrumtuningguru.com www.thebriggs.net

In this episode of The Drum Tuning Guru Danny speaks with Yamaha artist relations Manager Greg Crane about Yamaha Drums, why so many local club level drummers sound so crappy and how to get a Yamaha endorsement deal.  http://usa.yamaha.com/products/musical-instruments/drums/ https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Drum-Tuning-Guru/410773945626017

In this episode Danny hosts guest Mariano Lusardi, a guitar Center drum product specialist as they talk about drum shell materials and bearing edges.  www.theMusicfactoryoc.com danny@themusicfactoryoc.com mlusardi@guitarcenter.com http://online.physics.uiuc.edu/courses/phys193/NSF_REU_Reports/2003_reu/Eric_Macaulay_Final_Paper.pdf http://www.drumdojo.com/shell_maple_birch_lauan_2.htm

In this episode Danny discusses drumhead selection with Music Factory co-ceo Anthony Riedelsheimer. We will cover some basics about drumhead construction between the various big 3 brands, Remo, Aquarian and Evans. 

    This is the first episode from the Drum Tuning Guru, Danny Thompson. In this podcast and those that follow, all things related to ridding the music word of bad drum tuning and drum tone will be discussed. Guest artists and industry professionals will be dropping in on future episodes. This is a must listen for every drummer.