Gear Reviews

Detailed assessments of the latest drum kits and accessories

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Doc Sweeney - Blue Tiger Drumset

Steam-bent ash shells with a striking finish to match their big, biting tones.

by Michael Dawson
Feb 28, 2018

Roland - SPD::ONE Electro, Percussion, and WAV Pads

Simple, single-trigger pads with just enough options to keep things interesting.

by Michael Dawson
Feb 28, 2018

Canopus - 6x10 and 10x14 Harvey Mason Signature Snares

A duo of top-shelf wood-shell drums to fill out the upper and lower registers of the sonic spectrum.

by Michael Dawson
Feb 28, 2018

Sabian - FRX Series Cymbals

Pro-quality, b20-bronze cymbals designed for lower-volume situations.

by Michael Dawson
Feb 28, 2018

New Drum Gear from Simmons, Zildjian, Roland, Sound Percussion Labs, Tama and Sabian!

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Modern Drummer
Jan 31, 2018
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Phantogram’s Chris Carhart

ON STAGE AND UP CLOSE

Interview Michael Dawson | Photos by Nicholas Shelestak
Jan 31, 2018

Dream - Re-Fx Naughty Saucer

A recycled cast-off turned into a multi-purpose electro-inspired effect.

by Michael Dawson
Jan 31, 2018

Alesis - Strike Pro Drumset

A top-notch e-kit built to look and feel like an acoustic set while offering unlimited sonic capabilities.

by Michael Dawson
Jan 31, 2018
by Michael Dawson
Jan 31, 2018

Ddrum - Dios Maple Series Drumset

After being shelved for six years, the go-to shell pack is back and better than ever.

by Michael Dawson
Jan 31, 2018

Sugar Percussion - 2-12 Series Mahogany Snares

An experiment with shell depths yields surprising results.

by Michael Dawson
Jan 31, 2018

New Gear from SJC, OCDP, Protection Racket, Rhythm House Drums, DrumLite, and Black Swamp!

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Modern Drummer
Dec 28, 2017
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The George Way Drum Company

The Iconic Man and the Rebirth of His Legacy Brand

by Bob Campbell
Dec 28, 2017

Led Zeppelin Experience’s Jason Bonham

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Interview and photos by Sayre Berman
Dec 28, 2017
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