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[Musikmesse] Pearl Receives Award
NewsPearl received the MIPA (Musikmesse International Press Award) for their new Demon Drive Bass Drum Pedal in the category of Drum Hardware.
Ludwig Drums Legacy Exotic
NewsIn its 100th Anniversary year, Ludwig is introducing the new Legacy Exotic drum set, a model they describe as a "rethink to a modern classic."
Sic*Skinz Custom Drum Wraps
NewsSic*Skinz has announced availability of their Custom Drum Wraps, so drummers can "finally get noticed", too.
DrumFire Non-Slip Drum Mat
NewsDrumFire has announced the arrival of the DMA4450 Non-Slip Drum Mat.
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[Musikmesse] Mapex Receives Award
NewsMusikmesseAt the annual Musikmesse convention in Frankfurt, Germany the Mapex Meridian Maple won the 2009 MIPA award for Best Drum Set.
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[Musikmesse] Alesis TransActive Drummer
NewsMusikmesseAlesis has announced the TransActive Drummer, which it describes as the first practice amplifier for drummers with a built-in dock for iPod.
TRX Cymbals T-Bells
NewsThe TRX Cymbal Co. has introduced five new effects cymbals including three China-Splash cymbals and two sizes of heavy bells, called "T-Bells".
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[Musikmesse] Shadow Stompin' Bass
NewsMusikmesseShadow’s newest percussive instrument is an instrument designed to add dynamic percussion for solo artists and bands alike. The Stompin’ Bass is played simply by tapping the surface with your foot.
Gear4Music 502-J
NewsThe recently launched Digital Drums 502-J Electronic Kit by Gear4music is a drum set, cheaper than a high end electronic kit, according to the manufacturer.
Meinl Super-Dry Studio Tambourines
NewsThe new Super-Dry Studio Tambourines feature hand-hammered brass jingles for an "extra dry and trashy sound," according to Meinl.
New Meinl 23'' Ride
NewsIf 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.
Meinl Drum Rug
NewsThe new Meinl drum rug in zebra finish has its entire bottom side overed with rubber to avoid sliding and it comes with a bag for transportation.
Ludwig Drums Liverpool 4
NewsIn the spirit of the original "Ringo Kit", Ludwig has presented the Liverpool 4 in Original Black Oyster Pearl finish.
Roland TD-4S Shipping
NewsRoland has announced that the TD-4S V-Drums Kit is now available.
Ludwig Drums Epic Series
NewsLudwig's new Epic Series features thin 6-ply shell.
Taye Drums RockPro Brushed Midnight Blue Finish
NewsThe RockPro is described as "combining all the pro features with student pricing."
New Shadow Website
NewsMusikmesseThe new Shadow Electronics website is now online.
TRX Cymbals DRK/BRT
NewsNew DRK/BRT Hi-Hats from TRX Cymbals feature DRK bottom and BRT top hi-hat cymbals to produce "bright, penetrating closed hi-hat sounds."
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Tycoon Percussion [Signature Series] Heritage Congas
NewsTycoon Percussion has introduced its latest addition to its Signature Series line of conga drums: the "Heritage" model.
Dixon's Demon In Urban Camo Finish
NewsDixon Drums has expanded their Demon series with a new Urban Camo wrap finish.
New Taye Drums Pedals
NewsNew from Taye: The PSK701C single pedal and PSK702C double pedal.
Sabian Burries The Bodies
NewsIn a move they say was driven by consumer curiosity, Sabian has buried 100 of its Vault Artisan ride cymbals and will dig them up from the ground in mid-2009.
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[NAMM] New Mano Percussion Models
NewsBased upon Latin American and Afro-Cuban designs, the Mano Percussion Series includes Congas, Bongos, Djembes, Timbales, and an assortment of accessories.
Taye Drums StudioBirch
NewsTaye Drums is introducing a new line of drums, StudioBirch.
Sabian AAX X-Plosion Fast Crash
NewsSabian has introduced the AAX X-Plosion Fast Crash, which it describes as "thinner, more responsive and with a glassier, higher pitch".
