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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…
Meinl Percussion at NAMM 2015 (VIDEO)
In this video from NAMM 2015, Meinl’s German Baratto gives us the rundown on many of the new Meinl hand percussion instruments that are available for 2015. First up are new finishes for the Headliner Designer, Woodcraft, and Traditional String…
Showroom: Sabian B8X Cymbal Series
Sabian has announced that B8, a bestseller since its launch in 1984, will be replaced with the significantly improved B8X series, which features fully hammered bells, adjusted profiles, and a new logo, at the same prices. One of the more…
News: Billy Cobham to Stream Live Concert from Ronnie Scott’s
With tickets to his sold out shows in such high demand, Ronnie Scott’s has announced that it will be streaming drum legend Billy Cobham’s full performance on Friday, February 27 at 11:15 pm BST. The live web stream of Cobham…
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,…
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…
Showroom: Vic Firth American Classic 5A and 5B Sticks Available With Barrel Tips
The American Classic 5A Barrel measures .565"x16" and features a proportionately barrel-shaped tip. The result is said to be a balanced stick that creates clarity with great tone. The .595"x16" American 5B Barrel features a reduced surface area of the…
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…
LP and Toca at NAMM 2015 (VIDEO)
In this video from NAMM 2015, LP artist and clinician Jim Greiner walks us through the new products from both Latin Percussion and Toca for this year. First there are improvements to the E-Z Mount Mic Claw that features a…
Evans Drumheads at NAMM 2015 (VIDEO)
This video from NAMM 2015, Ben Smith, percussion products specialist for Evans Drumheads, takes us through the new offerings from the company for 2015. First up is the EMAD system for 16" bass drum heads, available with a bass drum…
Pork Pie at NAMM 2015 (VIDEO)
In this video from NAMM 2015, Pork Pie president, Bill Detamore, shows us the new offerings from his company for 2015. The first kit is from the P’Lux line. The shells have curly maple on the outside and mahogany on…
Gon Bops at NAMM 2015 (VIDEO)
In this video from NAMM 2015, Gon Bops’ Luis Cardoso gives us the tour of the new products for 2015 from Gon Bops. The first new item is a portable practice cajon, called el Flaco, which comes with a backpack…
Promark at NAMM 2015 (VIDEO)
In this video from NAMM 2015, Elija Novarro, Promark product specialist for D’Addario & Company, shows us the company’s new point-of-purchase display and three new signature model drumsticks. To help clarify the features and benefits between the Select Balance drumsticks,…
Showroom: Paiste Signature Cymbals and New PSTX, 602, and 2002 Models
Police drummer Stewart Copeland teamed up with Paiste Sound Development to design a small hi-hat for fine articulation yet crisp enough to cut through at all volume levels. The result is the 12" Signature Combo Crisp hi-hat, also known as…
