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Drumfire DHB6500 hardware bag holds up to eight stands.

The DHB6500 bag holds hardware for a standard five-piece kit. Up to eight stands or mounts fit into its large foam-lined main compartment, which features a collapsible divider to help keep things organized. Tethered oversized zippers and a span of…

Modern Drummer
Aug 6, 2014

New Cymbals From Dream

Dream is now offering 8" splashes in the warm Bliss series, the brighter Contact, and the powerful Energy. These small cymbals feature tapered lathing with thin edges for a fast attack and quick decay. List price is $50. Also new…

Modern Drummer
Aug 4, 2014

Ahead Armor electronic drumkit case and new stick bags!

The Ahead Armor Ogio rolling 38" hardware case features an insert for protective transportation and storage of an electronic drumkit. Adjustable dividers can be positioned to fit electronic pads, bass drum, and brain. The Ahead Armor Stick and Mallet Tower…

Modern Drummer
Jul 31, 2014

Protect your hearing! Check out Direct Sound Extreme Isolation headphones.

Made in the USA, Direct Sound Extreme Isolation headphones are comfortable and provide two levels of hearing protection. The EX-29 model offers a noise reduction rating of 29 dB and weighs 11.5 ounces. Available in black and white, these headphones…

Modern Drummer
Jul 30, 2014

Protection Racket Redesigns Website

Protection Racket is pleased to announce the launch of its completely redesigned website. The site is now more closely aligned to the company’s philosophies of keeping things simple, easy-to-use, and fun. The website has undergone a complete overhaul to offer…

Modern Drummer
Jul 22, 2014
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New Starclassic Performer Birch/Bubinga EFX Series and Silverstar Cocktail Jam Kits From Tama

The Starclassic Performer Birch/Bubinga EFX line offers new finish options in Vintage Nickel Sparkle, Vintage Green Sparkle, and Charcoal Onyx (shown). Said to combine the crisp punch and warm lows of birch/bubinga shells with die-cast hoops and low-mass lugs with…

Modern Drummer
Jul 11, 2014

Meinl Introduces Classics Custom Dark Hi-Hats and Dark Crashes!

Following the release of the Classics Custom Dark ride, Meinl cymbals introduces the Classics Custom Dark hi-hat and Dark crashes. The 14" Dark hi-hat has a bright and warm stick response combined with a tight and pronounced chick sound. The…

Modern Drummer
Jul 7, 2014

Nady Introduces Two New Studio Condenser Microphones

Nady recently announced the addition of two new models to their SCM Series studio condenser microphones, the SCM-1200 and SCM-700. The SCM-1200 is designed for instrument and vocal recording applications and provides transparency and extended smooth, full-frequency response. Additional features…

Modern Drummer
Jul 4, 2014

Innovative Percussion Legacy Series Drumsticks

Innovative Percussion introduced seven new drumset models into the Legacy Series this year. Measuring .580"x16" and .630"x16", the hickory models with wood tips list for $15.25. Hickory with nylon tips list for $16.50. Maple models are also available with wood…

Modern Drummer
Jun 24, 2014

Latin Percussion Replica “Original??? Bongos and a Limited Edition 50th Anniversary Black Beauty Cowbell

A replica of the first drums crafted by LP founder Martin Cohen in 1964, each set of Original satin mahogany bongos come with original 1964 head graphics, natural rawhide heads, and special commemorative badges. Outfitted with traditional chrome-plated rims and…

Modern Drummer
Jun 20, 2014

New Highly Adjustable Bass Drum Pedal From Newcomer RKM!

The RKM bass drum pedal is said to allow complete adjustability of both leverage and reach. The cam features a hollow mandrel, which interrupts the pedal shaft and centers the action of the two adjustable arms at the center of…

Modern Drummer
Jun 19, 2014

Shakerstix Drumsticks With Built-In Shaker Sound!

Shakerstix are played as a traditional drumstick with an added shaker sound. The SSRT1 model has the look and feel of a traditional 5A drumstick. Model SSDR1 combines the Shakerstix design with a wooden rod-style stick to achieve a softer…

Modern Drummer
Jun 18, 2014
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Simmons Releases Full-Size 6-Piece SD1500KIT Electronic Drumset

  The SD1500KIT is a full-sized six-piece drumkit that comes with a hi-hat, three multi-zone cymbals, and twenty-two specific trigger points. The hex-shaped blue-anodized frame and die-cast hardware feature memory locks for quick setup and stability. The multi-position hi-hat pedal…

Modern Drummer
Jun 16, 2014

Spaun’s Scymtek Cymbals Now Include Vented Series Jingle Crashes!

Scymtek Cymbals is now offering Jingle crashes within their Vented Series. The jingles can be removed, so the cymbals can be customized to individual tastes. The hole sizes are compatible with standard cymbal rivets, so drummers can also use combinations…

Modern Drummer
Jun 13, 2014
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