Rydeen is the perfect beginner kit with the right combination of quality Drum Kit, Hardware and Cymbals at the right price. Available in Euro and Fusion Size configurations and comes with the Double Braced HW680W Yamaha Hardware pack and a Paiste 101 Cymbal Pack … the new RYDEEN (5-piece drum…
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SPD::ONE LAUNCH: INTERVIEW WITH V-DRUMS’ HIROYUKI NISHI
The feedback from the inaugural Sydney Drum & Percussion Show last month indicated that the public enjoyed the quality of talent on stage and in sessions, as well as the wide array of gear on display. The 2017 drum show was also auspicious for being the global launching pad for…

E-DRUMS AT SYDNEY DRUM & PERCUSSION SHOW
E-drum launches at Drum Show By Allan Leibowitz The debut Sydney Drum and Percussion Show was well-timed for product debuts, offering Roland its first opportunity to show off its four new e-drum products launched the day before. V-Drums general manager of product design Hiroyuki Nishi and product designer Ryo Takasaki…

ROLAND TD4KP V DRUMS REVIEW BY ENGADINE MUSIC
Michael from Engadine Music checks out the Roland TD-4KP Ultra-portable mobile drum kit with renowned V-Drums sound & innovative folding design Sound Module, loaded with expressive sounds, coach & quick record/ play functions & more. Eight Pads Total: Kick, Snare, Toms x 3, Hi-Hat, Crash & Ride Cymbals; FD-8 Hi-Hat…

NAMM 2017: YAMAHA 50TH ANNIVERSARY DRUM KIT
Yamaha drums—50 years in the pursuit of sound and performance perfection Based on Yamaha’s renowned Absolute Hybrid Maple kit, revealed at NAMM was the 50th anniversary model features shells with outer plies made from two varieties of beautiful exotic wood, and gold hook lugs that recall the revered Maple Custom…

NAMM 2017: DRUM GEAR ON THE TRADE SHOW FLOOR
Australian Musician presents a selection of acoustic drums and cymbals captured at the NAMM Show

NAMM 2017: PAISTE 900 SERIES CYMBALS
Yamaha Australia’s Nathan Biggin discusses the new 900 series of Paiste cymbals at the Paiste booth, NAMM 2017. au.yamaha.com

GRETSCH RENOWN SERIES WITH EDDIE FISHER (ONE REPUBLIC)
One Republic drummer Eddie Fisher plays and talks about a Piano Black Renown kit. The newly designed 2016 Gretsch Renown is one of the most versatile drum sets ever made. Now, with one drum set, you can play with the sensitivity and touch to handle the smoothest grooves of the…

WATCH: EVANS UV1 COATED DRUMHEAD
The UV1 series is designed for the widest range of sonic possibilities while remaining the most durable single-ply drumhead available. The patented UV-cured coating provides unmatched durability and consistency of texture, while the unique 10mil film delivers exceptional strength and versatility for a full range of musical applications. Learn more:…

LOUISE BARTLE (BLOC PARTY) ON DREAM CYMBALS
Dream Artist Louise Bartle stopped into the Woodshed during a day off in Toronto while touring the world with Bloc Party! The people at Dream asked her why she’s playing their cymbals and she was happy to let them know! Dream Cymbals distributed in Australia by Dynamic Music.