Gear Reviews

Detailed assessments of the latest drum kits and accessories

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Craviotto Drum Company

Craviotto is also expanding its focus to include handcrafting more drums from exotic and rare wood species for its Private Reserve collection.

by Brandy Laurel McKenzie
Jan 30, 2019

Percussion Kinetics Vector G1 Double Pedal

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Story by Michael Dawson
Dec 27, 2018

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
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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

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
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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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