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Showroom: LP Black Box Cajon
LP’s new Black Box cajon is a synthesis between playability and affordability. Handmade in the USA, its smooth, sophisticated black matte finish gives it a polished appearance, while the Baltic birch front plate, usually found on high-end cajons, serves up…
California Music Fest Combines John Bonham, Randy Rhoads, and Keith Moon/John Entwistle Tributes
Scheduled to coincide with the 2015 National Association of Music Merchants convention—the NAMM Show—the California Music Fest will present tribute concerts to Led Zeppelin drummer John “Bonzo” Bonham, Ozzie Osbourne guitarist Randy Rhoads, and the Who’s great rhythm section, drummer…
Showroom: PinchClip Now Available in Three-Packs
The patent-pending PinchClip, a drum accessory that replaces wingnuts on cymbal stands, is now available as a three-pack and comes in a choice of black or red finish. The PinchClip is a stainless-steel flange that makes setting up and packing…
Showroom: Remo Powerstroke 3 Black Dot and Powerstroke 77 Drumheads
Inspired by legendary drummer Steve Smith, the Powerstroke 3 Black Dot bass drum head features a thin underlay ring at the outer edge of the head to subtly dampen unwanted overtones. The added 5-mil bottom-side Black Dot is said to…
Showroom: Istanbul Mehmet Company Announces New Tony Williams Tribute Cymbals
Left to right: Colin Schofield (project consultant), Colleen Williams (Tony Williams’ widow), Mehmet Tamdeger (president of Istanbul Mehmet), Bulent Akbay (product manager for Istanbul Mehmet) Istanbul Mehmet has announced the introduction of a much-anticipated set of cymbals created in…
Showroom: Roland Adds Vintage Sounds in the 7X7-TR8 Drum Machine Expansion
Roland introduces the new 7X7-TR8 Drum Machine Expansion for the TR-8 Rhythm Performer. Every sound of the TR-707 and TR-727 has been reproduced using the original PCM wave data and detailed models of the original circuitry. Analog Circuit Behavior captures…
Showroom: Tama Releases Limited Metalworks Steel Snare
Tama’s new 6.5x14 LE Metalworks steel snare was built for maximum versatility and projection, cutting clarity, and crisp articulation. The 1.2mm shell and die-cast hoops are said to offer extreme sensitivity without sacrificing power. Features include a copper lacquer finish,…
Showroom: New Graphics and Colors Offered in LP’s Collect-A-Bell Series
LP introduces seven new designs for the Black Beauty cowbell. The intense, eye-catching graphics include attention-grabbing colors from Zombie Green to Zebra Purple and several shades in between. Victor Filonovich, LP’s Director of Product Development, said, “There is something fun…
News: KHS America Announces Acquisition of Hohner Inc. USA
KHS America, Inc. has announced plans to acquire Hohner Inc. from Matth. Hohner GmbH in Trossingen, Germany. Hohner, Inc. is the exclusive North American provider of Sonor drums. Transfer of ownership will take place on January 12, 2015. For over…
Showroom: Weighted KickPro Bass Drum Pillow Now Available
The KickPro Bass Drum Pillow (patent pending) offers a new, advanced approach to bass drum muffling and sound enhancement. The KickPro combines a weighted core with a non-skid, rubberized bottom and fleece cover. This unique design allows the Pillow to…
News: Enter Evans’ Heavyweight Tournament Now!
Evans is seeking the heaviest hitters for its Heavyweight Tournament. Drummers are called to compete, for four rounds, in a single-elimination battle to determine the “Undisputed Heavyweight Champion.” Winners are determined by votes every week, with each competition’s top voter…
Showroom: Sound Percussion Labs Introduces Kicker Pro and Lil’ Kicker Drumkits
Sound Percussion Lab’s new Kicker Pro is a 5-piece, student-size drumkit that combines sleek, modern design, rugged construction, and professional features including tunable drumheads, a full-size chain drive bass drum pedal, and multi-ply, real poplar wood shells. With an 18x14…
Drum Workshop Purchases Latin Percussion, Toca Percussion, Gretsch Drums, Gibraltar Hardware, and KAT Percussion from Fender’s KMC Subsidiary
Drum Workshop, Inc. and Fender Musical Instruments have finalized an asset sale agreement to purchase owned and licensed percussion brands from Fender’s KMC subsidiary, including Latin Percussion, Toca Percussion, Gretsch Drums, Gibraltar Hardware, and KAT Percussion. Ovation Guitars and exclusive…
Showroom: LP Groups Three Popular Products in a Cajon Accessory Pack
LP has taken its three most popular cajon accessories, the cajon throne, foot tambourine, and small cajon castanet, and packaged them as one grab-and-go item, the LP Cajon Accessory Pack. Victor Filonovich, LP’s Director of Product Development, said, “Among our…
