DRUM GEAR
Zildjian are reintroducing the FX Stacks. The concept has been reimagined and the cymbals themselves revamped. This time around, each stack consists of three cymbals, not two, as it was before (see HERE for our test of the old version). The stacks...
New: Roland Mood Pan
Roland introduces the Mood Pan, an electronic hand percussion instrument that concentrates on the healing power of music. Inspired by acoustic handpans, the Mood Pan features tranquil tones and a simple design requiring no previous musical skills....
Mel Gaynor (ex-Simple Minds) joins Istanbul Mehmet family
Mel Gaynor – former Simple Minds drummer and session musician – has recently joined the Istanbul Mehmet artist roster. A statement posted on the Turkish cymbal manufacturer’s social media reads: “We’re thrilled to welcome...
New Premier Artist drum kit finishes
Premier have recently introduced two new finishes to the Artist series. Those are: Matte Black (MBL) and Cherry Red (CRL). Artist are mid-range drum kits in the Premier catalogue, however (as it is commonly done nowadays) they are equipped with...
Sabian Cymbits and XSR Effeks Clap Stack
Sabian have just put out two new effect-cymbal-related products – Cymbits and the XSR Effeks Clap Stack. Cymbits are made from seven 2-inch O-Zone B20 cutouts that are manufactured into a chain. These can be stacked on a ride cymbal to create...
Mark Richardson (Skunk Anansie) joins Sonor family
Mark Richardson, the drummer with powerhouse UK rock band Skunk Anansie, has joined the SONOR family of artists. Mark is mostly known thanks to his successful career with Skunk Anansie but he is also remembered from his days in the drum seat for...

