Anika Nilles

Despite waiting until age 26 to start drumming professionally she’s become one of the most influential drummers of the 21st century.

Anika's Signature Sticks

The smaller tip on my signature stick makes such a big difference! It is sharpening my sound and makes it so much easier to control cleanliness in speed. This stick supports me in the best way when it comes to all the details and finesse work.

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EVANS HD Dry

HD Dry heads balance durability and sonic response with advanced overtone control provided by precision-drilled dry vents.

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Sound Advice with Anika Nilles

Watch as Anika Nilles teaches Push Pull Kick Drum technique.

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About Anika Nilles

In her early twenties, Anika studied social education and worked as a teacher. In her late twenties, she quit her job to study music and become a pro drummer. Building up a name for herself as a YouTube sensation, Anika now boasts millions of views, awards from popular drumming magazines, and worldwide performances as a solo artist and with her band NEVELL. Distinguished by her strong groove, Anika's playing uses the drum set as an expressive instrument, rather than just a metronome, leading to incredibly passionate drumming.

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"D'Addario offers a huge range in products, making it easy to find the right drumhead for the music, or perfectly balanced stick for my hands. The feeling I get back from the gear is exactly what I'm looking for. For me, D'Addario is the best match!"

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Anika Nilles Hickory Drumstick, Wood Tip
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UV2 Coated Bass Batter Drumhead
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UV2 Coated Tom Batter Drumhead
Premier two-ply drumhead with increased attack and maximum durability.
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(EPP-EC2SHDD-R) EPP-EC2SHDD-R
EC2S Clear Tom Batter Drumhead
Built-in EC rings deliver a pre-EQ'd sound for accentuated mids and lows.
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(B12HDD) B12HDD
HD Dry Snare Batter Drumhead
Our most popular snare head with added dry vents to further reduce sustain.
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(BD18EMADONX) BD18EMADONX
EMAD ONYX Bass Batter Drumhead
Warmer tonal characteristics with a matte black coating.
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(BD24EMAD2) BD24EMAD2
EMAD2 Clear Bass Batter Drumhead
The perfect blend of attack, focus, and durability.
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(B14G2) B14G2
G2 Coated Tom Batter Drumhead
Coated for warmth. Blend of depth, sustain, and attack.
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