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Showroom: Rimshot-Locs Tension Rod Locking System
Rimshot-Locs, an all-metal drum tension rod locking system that prevents drums from going out of tune when rimshots are played, is now available across North America. The patented Rimshot-Locs are said to keep drums in tune for an entire gig,…
Showroom: Protection Racket AAA Deluxe Cymbal Vault
The Deluxe Cymbal Vault has been designed using Protection Racket’s Triple AAA (Access All Area, All Accidents Averted) drum case technology. The case features an impact resistant, polycarbonate frame, which is fully rigid but lightweight, and weighs 8.8 pounds. The…
Showroom: TAD Products Sticker Drumstick Clip
The Sticker is a plastic clip that replaces the fragile cardboard sleeves drumsticks are commonly packaged in so that drummers can keep their drumsticks secure and matched. The Sticker Clip accommodates drumstick sizes from 5A to 2B, and its unique…
Showroom: Drum Grip Drumsticks Help Correct Hand Placement for Beginners
The ergonomic design of the Drum Grip is said to set hands and fingers in the right place for a relaxed hold on the drumstick and a more comfortable grip. The sticks are labeled for each hand and feature molded…
Product Close-Up: Natal Walnut US Rock Drumset (VIDEO)
This review originally appeared in the March 2015 issue of Modern Drummer, which can be purchased here. Product Close-Up Natal Walnut US Rock Drumset A top-notch kit created for aggressive, deep, punchy sounds. Natal’s history and vision are worth exploring. The…
Showroom: Dream Cymbals Introduces Timsha Finger Cymbals
Dream’s new Timsha finger cymbals are available in four sizes (small, medium, large, and extra large). They are cast in India and are tuned to create a shimmering effect. Said to be heavier than most finger cymbals, Timshas list for…
Showroom: AM Cajons Handmade Drums With Retro Finishes
AM Cajons is a new company based in Kenosha, Wisconsin offering handmade cajons in two models. The Rambler is made with Baltic birch and features a dual fourteen-strand internal snare system. The Ambassador is also made from Baltic birch and…
Showroom: Trexist Cymbals USA
Trexist Cymbals USA opened its doors on April 1, 2014 and provides several cymbal lines, including the G-Series, which features a big cross in the middle of the cymbal, as well as the Aurum, Evo, Soulmate, Astoria, and Hybrid series.…
Gibraltar Hardware at NAMM 2015 (VIDEO)
In this video from NAMM 2015, Brent Barnett of Gibraltar Hardware shows us many of the new products available from Gibraltar in 2015. There's a new rack for electronic kits, the Chrome Series Stealth E-Rack. It comes with four L-rods,…
Showroom: New Vic Firth Accessories
VicGloves are specially designed to protect the player’s hands without sacrificing feel. Crafted from premium cabretta leather, these gloves feature a ventilated synthetic mesh palm and back and a synthetic rubber grip on the thumb and forefinger for extra grip…
KAT Percussion at NAMM 2015 (VIDEO)
In this video from NAMM 2015, KAT Percussion product manager, Mark Moralez, takes us through what’s new for 2015 from KAT. KAT is introducing the KT4 kit, their most advanced e-kit to date. It features a new chrome rack and…
Showroom: Gon Bops Cajons and Tambourines
The Commuter is a fully collapsible cajon that fits into a backpack for transport to gigs, rehearsals, and sessions. Ideal for urban musicians who commute by bike, public transportation, or small vehicle, the Commuter also fits easily into overhead luggage…
Meinl Cymbals at NAMM 2015 (VIDEO)
In this video from NAMM 2015, Meinl’s Norbert Saemann takes us on a tour of the new cymbals available from Meinl this year. There are four new sizes in the Byzance Extra Dry series for the model called Byzance Dual,…
Mapex at NAMM 2015 (VIDEO)
In this video from NAMM 2015, Mapex’s Joe Hibbs takes us on a tour of the company’s new offerings for 2015. Mapex improved the Saturn V line to include the SONIClear bearing edges, and SONIClear tom holders now come standard…
