SLINGERLAND LAUNCHES RADIO KING AND STUDIO KING OUTFITS, PLUS SPARE PARTS The first outfit of Radio King in decades continues the rich tonal legacy of its predecessors and benefits from both modern precision craftsmanship and build. The U.S.A.-built 3-ply shells are constructed with a mahogany-poplar-mahogany formula for a punchy attack with a buttery feel, warm tonality, and lush resonance. They are finished with authentic 30° rounded bearing edges, reinforced with steam-bent solid maple re-rings, and the classic Radio King cloud badge. The nickel-plated hardware includes “Stick Saver” hoops, classic Beavertail lugs, isolation tom mounts, and internal mufflers, standard in both snares and mounted toms.   Based on the original iconic configurations, the new Radio King series of drums offers twelve shell pack choices, featuring bass drums in sizes 18” to 24” and toms from 10” to 18”. The outfits are available in four finishes, two wraps: White Marine Pearl and Black Diamond Pearl, […]

October 2025 Issue