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Video Demo: Vater New Nude Sticks, Player’s Design Models, and Sound-Enhancing Accessories

 This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the November 2015 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Vater New Nude Sticks, Player’s Design Models, and Sound-Enhancing Accessories Unobtrusive dampeners, clever percussion attachments, and thoughtful drumstick additions…

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Oct 1, 2015

VIDEO DEMO: Pearl Wood Fiberglass Drumset

 This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the November 2015 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Pearl Drums Wood Fiberglass Drumset The innovative hybrid shell that defined the company forty-plus years ago is back…and better…

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Sep 30, 2015

Video Demo! Product Close-Up: DTS 6.5x14 Oscar Seaton Hybrid-Shell Snare

This excerpt is taken from the complete review that appears in the October 2015 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up DTS 6.5x14 Oscar Seaton Hybrid-Shell Snare Marrying birch with maple for ultimate clarity and depth.  DTS, or Drum Tech…

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Aug 27, 2015

Video Demo! Product Close-Up: V-Classic Hi-Hats, Crashes, Rides, and Jingle Splashes

This excerpt is taken from the complete review that appears in the October 2015 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up V-Classic Hi-Hats, Crashes, Rides, and Jingle Splashes Steeped in history and tradition while keeping an eye on the future.…

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Aug 27, 2015

Video Demo! Product Close-Up: Angel Black Wenge Segment-Shell Drumset

This excerpt is taken from the complete review that appears in the October 2015 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Angel Black Wenge Segment-Shell Drumset Rare African hardwood meets Eastern European ruggedness. Angel is a Hungarian company that prides…

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Aug 27, 2015
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Electronic Review: Ultimate Ears Pro UE-11 In-Ear Monitors

This review originally ran in the August 2015 issue, which is available here. Ultimate Ears Pro UE-11 In-Ear Monitors Using Star Trek–type scanners and 3D printing for out-of-this-world delivery and performance. Ultimate Ears Pro, one of the world’s premier makers of custom…

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Aug 24, 2015

VIDEO DEMO: RBH Drums Americana Jump Kit

 This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the September 2015 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up RBH Drums Americana Jump Kit Impossibly big and rich tones from a tiny grab-and-go setup. Virginia Beach–based RBH Drums…

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Jul 30, 2015

VIDEO DEMO: Paiste PSTX Series Cymbals

This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the September 2015 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Paiste PSTX Series Cymbals Affordably priced, trashy effects hats, stacks, and crashes, plus a couple of calm, cooling bells.…

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Jul 30, 2015

VIDEO DEMO: Craviotto Johnny C. Series Snare Drums

This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the September 2015 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Craviotto Johnny C. Series Snare Drums “Affordable” was never a word associated with the king of steam-bent shells…until now.…

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Jul 30, 2015

VIDEO DEMO! Bone Custom Mineral Maple Drumset

This excerpt is taken from the complete review that appears in the August 2015 issue, which can be purchased at: http://wp.me/p1bQfj-fuj Product Close-Up Bone Custom Drums Mineral Maple Drumset Strong visual aesthetics with the tones to back it up. Although…

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Jun 30, 2015

VIDEO DEMO! Zildjian FX Series Spiral Stacker

This excerpt is taken from the complete review that appears in the August 2015 issue, which can be purchased at: http://wp.me/p1bQfj-fuj Product Close-Up Zildjian FX Series Spiral Stacker Inspiring, funky sounds delivered in compact sizes. Seizing on the current trend toward…

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Jun 30, 2015

VIDEO DEMO! Product Close-Up: Fidock 6x13 Heartbreaker Series Snare

This excerpt is taken from the complete review that appears in the August 2015 issue, which can be purchased at: http://wp.me/p1bQfj-fuj Product Close-Up Fidock 6x13 Heartbreaker Series Snare The crème de la crème of one of Australia’s finest tonewood connoisseurs. Fidock…

Modern Drummer
Jun 30, 2015
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VIDEO DEMO! Get the Most Beat for Your Buck: 4 Options for Building a Primo Snare Collection on a Workingman’s Budget

This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the August 2015 issue, which can be purchased at: http://wp.me/p1bQfj-fuj Shop Talk Get the Most Beat for Your Buck 4 Options for Building a Primo Snare Collection on a…

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Jun 30, 2015

VIDEO DEMO! Gretsch Renown Birch and Walnut Drumsets

The excerpt below is taken from the complete article that appears in the July 2015 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Gretsch Renown Birch and Walnut Drumsets Two new shell offerings expand the tonal spectrum. A couple years back…

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May 28, 2015
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