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Author: Jim Ruffi

Jim Ruffi

Jim Ruffi, Writer (Drums), is a New Jersey-based drummer, educator, and session player who has toured with Frank Zappa alumni band, Project/Object, and currently gigs with CC Coletti (Meat Loaf) and Anthony Krizan (Spin Doctors). He can be reached at jimruffi@gmail.com.

  • Cymbal Reviews, Drums & Equipment Reviews, Reviews
    February 12, 2020
    byJim Ruffi

    Paiste Masters Extra Thin 18", 19", and 20" Crash Cymbals

    Introduced in 2011, Paiste’s Masters Series strove to take the handcrafting of B20 (CuSn20) bronze to the next level. Derived from the popular and successful ...
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  • Cymbal Reviews, Drums & Equipment Reviews, Reviews
    January 19, 2018
    byJim Ruffi

    Paiste Formula 602 Modern Essentials Hi-Hats

    The result of a collaboration between legendary drummer Vinnie Colaiuta (Frank Zappa, Jeff Beck, Sting, Joni Mitchell) and the Swiss cymbal maker, Paiste, Formula 602 ...
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  • Drums & Equipment Reviews, Hardware, Drumheads, Accessory Reviews, Reviews
    November 7, 2017
    byJim Ruffi

    Motion-Pro Pro-1 Drum Throne

    Let’s face it—drummers are no strangers to back and spinal issues. Long hours behind the kit often result in chronic, even debilitating back pain that ...
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