Drums & Percussion news

The development of the DrumIt Five electronic drum kit seems to be nearing completion.

Pearl received the MIPA (Musikmesse International Press Award) for their new Demon Drive Bass Drum Pedal in the category of Drum Hardware.

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."

Sic*Skinz has announced availability of their Custom Drum Wraps, so drummers can "finally get noticed", too.

DrumFire has announced the arrival of the DMA4450 Non-Slip Drum Mat.

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

Alesis has announced the TransActive Drummer, which it describes as the first practice amplifier for drummers with a built-in dock for iPod.

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

Shadow’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.

The 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.

The new Super-Dry Studio Tambourines feature hand-hammered brass jingles for an "extra dry and trashy sound," according to Meinl.

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.

The 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.

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

Roland has announced that the TD-4S V-Drums Kit is now available.

TreeWorks Chimes has announced the new SpringTree, an aluminum/titanium alloy rod 11-feet long with ¼-Inch diameter spun into a round spring that has a 5-inch diameter and 19-inch length.

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

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

The new Shadow Electronics website is now online.

New DRK/BRT Hi-Hats from TRX Cymbals feature DRK bottom and BRT top hi-hat cymbals to produce "bright, penetrating closed hi-hat sounds."

Tycoon Percussion has introduced its latest addition to its Signature Series line of conga drums: the "Heritage" model.

Dixon Drums has expanded their Demon series with a new Urban Camo wrap finish.

New from Taye: The PSK701C single pedal and PSK702C double pedal.

In 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.

Based upon Latin American and Afro-Cuban designs, the Mano Percussion Series includes Congas, Bongos, Djembes, Timbales, and an assortment of accessories.