Drums & Percussion news

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.

Mapex announced a new drum pedal to be presented at this year's NAMM show.

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

Sabian has introduced Bar Chimes to its selection of percussion instruments.

Roland announced general availability of the V-Drums V-Compact Series TD-4SX, described as "the companion kit to the popular TD-4S" and "the most affordable all mesh head V-Drums kit to date."

Invented by Meinl Percussion's Bill Saragosa, the company introduces its new Clamshell Spark Shakers.

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

Alesis announced that its new flagship drum set, the DM10 Pro Kit, is shipping to retailers.

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

Tycoon Percussion's Nagado Daikos are described as a modern interpretation of the famed traditional Japanese drum.

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.

Korg announced the next-generation WaveDrum Digital Percussion Synthesizer.

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…

For the drums and percussion student in your family, Los Cabos Drumsticks introduced the new percussion pack.

These stands feature a holographic swirl type finish.

Metropolitan Cocktail Drums has announced the addition of over 30 wood finishes.

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.

Pro-Mark has announced that Joey Jordison, drummer for heavy metal band Slipknot, has joined Pro-Mark's roster of Autograph Series artists.

The new Pro Series drum rug from Kaces features a rubberized no-slip grip running the entire surface of the bottom.

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.