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Define Gibraltar Hardware in 5 Words or Less


In this video we asked our artists to describe what Gibraltar Hardware means to them…in 5 words or less. Watch what they had to say.

Can you describe Gibraltar Hardware in 5 words? Do it in the comments.

To learn more about Gibraltar products visit our YouTube channel.

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Gibraltar Geosphere Drum Rack at Sam Ash Hollywood

Designed by the crazy drum hardware scientists Brent Barnett and Bryan Scheidecker, the Geosphere Rack was the hit of the 2010 NAMM show. The talented duo is at it again as the rack is now on display at Sam Ash in Hollywood, CA. If you missed the NAMM show come on down and see it. If you can’t make it to Hollywood this video is the next best thing. Sam Ash Drum Shop manager John Parker shows off the rack and talks about the benefits of using Gibraltar Hardware. Check it out 7401 Sunset Blvd.

To learn more about Gibraltar products visit our YouTube channel.

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Famous Drummers Go Bowling with Gibralto Man

Bowling? That is right up Gibralto Man’s alley! He knocked down strikes with some world class drummers at the KMC artist party at Jillian’s at the Universal City Walk in Universal City. For one night they traded in their sticks for balls.

Gibralto Man poses with a Gretsch Kit and Stealth drum rack
Gibralto Man poses with a Gretsch Kit and Stealth drum rack.
Vinnie Colaiuta with Gibraltar's Mark Morales and Ken Fredenberg
Vinnie Colaiuta with Gibraltar’s Mark Morales and Ken Fredenberg.
Drummers Terry Santiel, Lynn Mabry, Sheila E, Alvino Bennett, Kevin Ricard, Nat Scott, David Leach
Terry Santiel, Lynn Mabry, Sheila E, Alvino Bennett, Kevin Ricard (end seated), Nat Scott (standing left), and David Leach pose for a photo between frames.

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Video: 12 Ways to Add Effects or Splash Cymbals to Your Drum Set

It is so easy to mount a few splash cymbals, mini cymbal, or small crash cymbals to your kit. Here is how to do it:


(watch all 12 videos on YouTube, link to this playlist)

Last year we made two posts (with text and photos) about the many ways you could add a splash or effect cymbal to your kit: How to Mount Multiple Effects Cymbal Stacks and Add a Splash—Or Two Or Three!. Here are 12 short videos that explain the features of most of those cymbal stand accessories.

If you see a stand you like, double click on the video which will take you to the YouTube page for that video. In the info section in the right column we have placed a link to more info about that stand accessory and where you can purchase it. Download a pdf on all of these cymbal accessories and more.

To learn more about Gibraltar products visit our YouTube channel.

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Jagger’s First Gibraltarized Gig at The Troubadour in LA

Part 3 of the Gibraltar Extreme Drum Hardware Makeover series. Jagger of Opus Dai sets up and tears down his rack for the first time after having it Gibraltarized by the Gibraltar Hardware experts. Performing at The Troubadour in Hollywood Jagger gave the drum kit a work out. Afterward he hung around to let us know how the new drum hardware performed.

To learn more about Gibraltar products visit our YouTube channel.

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