Gear Reviews

Detailed assessments of the latest drum kits and accessories

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Beck's Chris Coleman

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Interview by Dave Previ | Photos by John Shore
Dec 27, 2018

Doc Sweeney RX Series Drumset

Doc Sweeney Drums specializes in building top-notch snares and kits out of exotic and domestic woods in solid, single-ply, stave, and now hybrid configurations.

Story by Michael Dawson
Dec 27, 2018

New Gear from Tama, Zildjian, Roland, Sabian and more!

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Modern Drummer
Dec 27, 2018

Amedia Jazz Legend and Vision Series Cymbals

Amedia is one of a handful of cymbal companies in Istanbul, Turkey, that employ centuries-old manufacturing methods done primarily by hand.

Story by Michael Dawson
Dec 27, 2018

Tama Classic Stand Series

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Story by Michael Dawson
Dec 27, 2018
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New Gear from Gretsch, Vic Firth, Porter & Davies, and Croaker!

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Modern Drummer
Nov 30, 2018

John Bonham’s First Ludwig Kit

Chasing Down the 1969 Thermo-Gloss Behemoth

by Billy Harrington
Nov 30, 2018

Portugal. The Man’s Jason Sechrist

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Interview by Brandy Laurel McKenzie | Photos by Maclay Heriot
Nov 30, 2018

LCD/Legado - B20 Bronze Snares

A limited run of rolled-shell drums built from handcrafted Turkish cymbals.

by Michael Dawson
Nov 30, 2018

Mr. Muff - Vintage Sound Tools

Fluffy, furry stick and beater attachments for soft, attack-free tones.

by Michael Dawson
Nov 30, 2018

Turkish Cymbals - Chris Wabich Travel Set

A simple three-piece configuration designed to provide classic tones that’ll fit in a carry-on bag.

by Michael Dawson
Nov 30, 2018

Tackle Instrument Supply - Backpack Cymbal Bag

A top-quality canvas-and-leather option inspired by the past but built to last.

Michael Dawson
Nov 30, 2018
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Tama - S.L.P. Series Drumsets

The acclaimed and affordable snare line expands with versatile full kits.

by Christopher Kozar
Nov 30, 2018

New gear from TAMA, Zildjian, and Vic Firth!

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Modern Drummer
Oct 30, 2018
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