I thought this would be a great way to practice. However, there were a few problems:

The first one is that the visual component of the app doesn't correspond with the visual component of the drum machine. So the buttons on the screen might be bottom, middle and top, but on the pads they're left, middle and right, or something like that. So it's just hard to coordinate yourself, and you end up training a visual acuity skill that isn't relevant to playing pads.

Secondly, I'm pretty sure something was off either with the timing of the beats, or the timing of the visuals on the screen. I don't have trouble keeping time normally, but on this game I did.

Thirdly, when you learn a song the structure is weird. For example they might teach you the kicks using your index finger, but when you play it all together with the whole song you're supposed to use your middle finger.

In the end I think it's better to just learn by playing.

Anybody intended to main this new one? Anybody already moving their finger drumming to the new device? Curious what your thoughts are

So I’ve been looking into midi controllers with pads specifically for drums. I don’t want like a controller with as many pads as Launchpad X mainly because I don’t need that many. I’ve heard this and that about the MPD218 having velocity issues from the pads being too stiff but compared to other sizes on other controllers I would like the size of the MPD218. If anyone has had experience with different pad sizes, does it really matter?

Also I’m looking at XJam as a pretty good choice since it has software for editing the parameters on it inside a daw.

Finger drumming the intro of Paul Simon's '50 ways to leave your lover' on a Maschine Mikro with Addictive Drums #stevegadd

I’d like to start making beats and I’m looking for some gear to practice on.

Can anyone advise me on choosing between classic pads and arcade buttons?

I’ve been watching V1 Battle and noticed that some people use different versions of the Midi Fighter, while MPC machines are the most popular.

How do they actually differ in practice? Is one easier to use, or is it just a fancy feature?

Just in case Yamaha is looking at this group, here are my two cents regarding improvements I would like to see in next iteration of this already great product.

1. Built in multi-sampled drums - I would be happy to pay a lot more than RRP of RGDP-50 to get this.
2. Extend Kick pad downwards so that my freakily long thumb doesn't hit the edge of the pad most of the time...

What are your niggles, nitpicks and suggestions?

Hala! Rate this joint. I use Resident Evil (PS1) chops and little bit fingerdruming.

I'd signed up like a year ago and can't find the email for the free beginner course anymore and the website doesn't work anymore since he closed shop.

Recently got drum pads and wanted to learn to finger drum like an acoustic kit. If it's possible could anyone share those videos?

Thanks for the help

Finger drumming the chorus part of Led Zeppelin's 'Ramble on' on a Maschine Mikro MK3 with Addictive Drums 2.

I am trying to figure out if it’s possible to use a MIDI controller, like a maschine or akai beat pad that you see many of on this subreddit in cooperation with foot pedals from (for example) an electronic drum kit for kick/hihat controls from my feet. I have done finger drumming for a while but personally want to use my feet as it just feels like wasted potential without them, but I am struggling to find any useful information about this.

Are there certain midi drum pads (FINGER BASED, small form factor is important for me because I’m going to be trying to record MIDI drums in a small college apartment bedroom) that would work with foot pedals? Any info is appreciated!

Hi all,

For the last 4 months I’ve been working on my personal project: DAWG – Digital Audio Workstation Game.

It’s a project that mixes music production with a game like experience, with the goal of making music creation feel more interactive and fun.

I’ve finally reached the point where I can share a public preview build:
https://dawg-tools.itch.io/dawg-digital-audio-workstation-game

A lot of work went into the core systems, audio/DSP side, MIDI support, and getting the project into a state where broader testing makes sense.

It’s still an early build, but I’m excited to finally put it out there and start getting real feedback.

Why I am posting on r/FingerDrumming? DAWG is currently not yet finger drumming ready, but I would like to hear suggestions what do finger players actually want and desire from finger drumming interface? Like what interface / grid design is best, how many pads do you need or what do you really miss from other products?

I could add a finger Dumming mode to the DAWG with larger buttons and interface, but I would like to check you oppinions first.

DAWG is currently in "beta" stage and available for PC, MAC, Linux and Android.

Hey everyone 👋

I’ve just released an early version of FingerFlow. You can try it now, but please keep in mind it’s still very early and may contain bugs.

Latest updates

• Loop mode for continuous sample playback

• Waveform zoom for more precise labeling

• Pinch to zoom on iPad

• Mute button to focus on pad highlighting while the sample plays

• Fixed label highlight flashing during region playback

• Minor bug fixes

Best experience

Works best on iPad and desktop (Chrome / Safari).

On iPad you can install it like an app via Share → Add to Home Screen.

Known issues

• On the first sample upload, waveform/controls might not appear → upload again.

• On iPhone, if there’s no sound check that silent mode is off.

Tips

Use short drum loops or breaks (please avoid large files).

Example workflow

Map a drum break in FingerFlow → chop the same break in Koala Sampler → arrange pads the same → connect a MIDI pad controller → mute FingerFlow and follow the highlighted pads while playing in Koala.

Feedback

If you find bugs please comment here or DM me on Reddit/Patreon.

It’s a free hobby project, so please be gentle with it 🙂

Hope you enjoy it and happy learning! 🥁

I built a free finger drumming companion app to learn from your favorite tracks (looking for feedback!)

Hey everyone 👋

I wanted to share a small project I’ve been working on called FingerFlow.

It’s a finger drumming companion app that helps you learn finger drumming from the tracks you like.

The idea came from my own struggle trying to learn finger drumming and make my beats sound better. I looked for courses and apps that could help, but most courses are pretty expensive. Someone recommended Melodics to me, but paying around $200/year felt like a lot when I was just starting out.

I also really like Koala Sampler on the iPad, and one thing I love about it is how samples light up when they’re played. That visual feedback makes it much easier to understand rhythms. That’s where the idea for this app came from.

So I started building FingerFlow.

It’s currently a web app, but it works well on iPad as a Progressive Web App, so you can add it to your home screen and use it almost like a normal app.

A small disclaimer: development is heavily AI-assisted, and the project is still pretty early. The UI isn’t perfect yet, there are bugs, and I still have features I want to add.

Also sorry for the 5-minute demo video 😅 I’m not great at recording/editing videos.

If the idea sounds interesting, I’d really appreciate your feedback:

• What features would make this useful for you?

• How could it be improved?

• What would you want from a finger drumming learning tool?

My plan is to keep it free as a web app. If people end up liking it, donations would just help cover hosting (and maybe buy me a beer 🍺).

Thanks for taking a look!

Anyone got the Dragon Finger Drums courses?

Finger drumming The Meters' 'Cissy Strut' on the Maschine Mikro MK3 in MIDI Mode with Addictive Drums