Acoustic Drums news

Tama has introduced two new models to their assortment of artist-inspired and designed Signature Palette snare drums.

For 2010 TAMA upgraded its line of Superstar drums with a 100% birch shell.

Evans drumheads introduced the new Power Center Tom Heads, designed to offer "vintage sound through contemporary design."

Mapex USA announced the introduction of Horizon, a new drum series for 2010.

Mapex said it will unveil its new series of Black Panther Snare Drums at the Winter NAMM Convention in Anaheim.

Mapex has released a collectable edition of its Orion Series - a limited edition component pack that features a mapa burl exterior veneer, finished in a clear gloss lacquer.

Whipcrash features an S-Shaped array of Microcups, which can be raked for one-handed rolls.

During its 100th Anniversary year, Ludwig Drum Company announces the release of the Bun E. Carlos Signature Drum Kit.

Sabian has introduced SBr, a new series of brass cymbals designed to offer improved quality and value for the entry level drummer.

New Grilles from TRX Cymbals feature a "distinctive design and venting system that give them a unique sound that's more than a crash but less than a china."

Originally available only in Natural Finish, Xs20 are also now available in Brilliant Finish.

DrumFire introduced two new drum kit models: the full-size DK7500 and the junior-size DKJ5500, available in a choice of colors.

The move is designed to attract players that are in the market for a second drum set and do not want to purchase additional hardware, according to Mapex.

Organic Custom Drums has announced the new "Zebra" drum, which features single-ply, steam-bent Zebrano wood shells with 45 degree bearing edges, and a center ring hand crafted from maple with an oute…

Sabian promises that the Raw Bell Dry Ride design offers players a highly effective versatility at virtually any volume and in any style of music.

Organic Custom Drums has introduced new hybrid snare drums featuring their Dual Floating Shell design, which incorporates two separate shells joined by a central ring, to which all hardware is attach…

To celebrate its 100th Anniversary year, Ludwig has announced the new Ludwig Element Lacquer Series Drums.

Sabian has added a crash model to their Vault Artisan range of professional cymbals, the Artisan Crash, a thin/extra-thin model in 16- and 18-inch sizes.

In its 100th Anniversary year, Ludwig is introducing the new Legacy Exotic drum set, a model they describe as a "rethink to a modern classic."

At the annual Musikmesse convention in Frankfurt, Germany the Mapex Meridian Maple won the 2009 MIPA award for Best Drum Set.

The TRX Cymbal Co. has introduced five new effects cymbals including three China-Splash cymbals and two sizes of heavy bells, called "T-Bells".

If a 22" ride doesn't deliver that little extra that a drummer is looking for, and the sound of a 24" ride is too dominant, then the all new 23" Byzance medium and heavy rides are the way to go.

In the spirit of the original "Ringo Kit", Ludwig has presented the Liverpool 4 in Original Black Oyster Pearl finish.

Ludwig's new Epic Series features thin 6-ply shell.

The RockPro is described as "combining all the pro features with student pricing."