Monday, October 31, 2011

Sabian AAX New Symphonic Medium Heavy Cymbal Pair (17 Inch)

Sabian AAX New Symphonic Medium Heavy Cymbal Pair (17 Inch) Review



Sabian AAX New Symphonic Medium Heavy Cymbal Pair (17 Inch) Feature

  • Made by Sabian
  • Model Number: 21755X
AAX delivers pure, bright shimmering tones. Like stainless steel, AAX is cool, modern, and extremely efficient. With its streamlined design and sound-shaping Auto-Focus Response feature, AAX is the ultimate breakthrough in modern cymbal making. Tap with your finger or thrash with a stick, Auto-Focus Response maximizes sensitivity, equalizes high & low pitch levels, and purifies sounds by filtering out conflicting overtones. AAX sounds are pure and accurate. Ideal in the studio, ideal onstage. AAX delivers the freedom to sound great in any music.


Sunday, October 30, 2011

Remo Medium NuSkyn Conga Head, 12.5-inch

Remo Medium NuSkyn Conga Head, 12.5-inch Review



Remo Medium NuSkyn Conga Head, 12.5-inch Feature

  • Made by Remo
  • Model Number: M71250-N6
Remo's most technically advanced film, Nuskyn has a comfortable sound, feel and warmth without unwanted overtones. Conga, Djembe and Bongo heads are available in a broad range of drumhead choices.


Saturday, October 29, 2011

Mike Balter Ultimate Series Hard Marimba Mallets, Birch

Mike Balter Ultimate Series Hard Marimba Mallets, Birch Review



Mike Balter Ultimate Series Hard Marimba Mallets, Birch Feature

  • Head: Green Cord
  • Shaft: Satin Birch
  • Hardness: Extra Hard
  • Use: Marimba, Xylophone
  • Sold in Pairs
The Ultimate Series is designed to produce a full, rich, warm sound with a very strong fundamental. Heavily weighted rubber cores with a latex underlayment wound with an extremely durable synthetic material on slightly thicker and longer handles. The wide variety of the Ultimate Series makes them the preferred choice for every solo, ensemble, indoor or outdoor situation.


Friday, October 28, 2011

Gretsch 6x10 Ash Snare 6 Lug - Ebony

Gretsch 6x10 Ash Snare 6 Lug - Ebony Review



Gretsch 6x10 Ash Snare 6 Lug - Ebony Feature

  • 6x10, 6 Lug
  • 10-ply, 8mm ash shell
  • Black hardware
  • Satin ebony finish
  • GTS mounting system
The new Gretsch Full Range Ash Side Snare Drums combine cutting tones with convenient mounting placement. 10-ply, 8mm satin finished ash shell. Includes 30-degree edges, black hardware, 2.3mm flanged hoops, GTS mounting system (12.7mm), 20-strand snare wire.


Thursday, October 27, 2011

Gretsch 8" x 14" Maple Snare Drum

Gretsch 8" x 14" Maple Snare Drum Review



Gretsch 8" x 14" Maple Snare Drum Feature

  • 10 Ply
  • 100% Maple Shell
  • Die-Cast Hoops
  • Adjustable Throw-Off
  • Gloss Natural Finish
The 10-ply Maple snares feature a 100% Maple shell with Gretsch silver sealer, Die Cast hoops, Evans drum heads, and adjustable throw-off.


Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Innovative Percussion IP-JC Drumsticks

Innovative Percussion IP-JC Drumsticks Review



Innovative Percussion IP-JC Drumsticks Feature

  • Heartwood Hickory
  • Oval Bead
  • Short Taper
The IP-JC signature model concert snare drumstick is designed to the specifications of James Campbell, Professor of Music and Director of Percussion Studies at the University of Kentucky, and Principal Percussionist with the Lexington Philharmonic Orchestra. Jim's stick is constructed of heartwood hickory, and the oval shaped bead creates a full dark tone quality. The very short taper and small collar size give the stick an excellent balance and response for rolls and softer passages.


Monday, October 24, 2011

Sabian HHX Synergy 21" Medium Cymbals, Pair

Sabian HHX Synergy 21" Medium Cymbals, Pair Review



Sabian HHX Synergy 21" Medium Cymbals, Pair Feature

  • Made by Sabian
  • Model Number: 12194XBM
Featuring a special 'Touch Response' design, this professional pairing is cited by Sabian and renowned percussionists Dennis DeLucia, Rich Viano, Raynor Carroll and Bob Becker as extremely easy to play and ideal for everything fromorchestral to concert and marching band applications. Available in sizes 17", 18", 19", 20" and 21" and in two model weights - Medium and Heavy, HHX Synergy offers increased musicality, boosted projection, wider dynamic sensitivity, and greaterperformance control.


Sunday, October 23, 2011

Yamaha Single Headed Concert Tom Drums 6 inch

Yamaha Single Headed Concert Tom Drums 6 inch Review



Yamaha Single Headed Concert Tom Drums 6 inch Feature

  • Rim: 1.6mm triple-flange steelSingle Headed: One drum head for traditional soundFinish: Jet black plastic wrapMount: The zinc alloy mount on the concert tom shell accepts Yamaha hex rod clamp armLugs: Zinc alloy; 6" = 4 lugs;Shells: 8-ply birch/mahogany shellsConstructed using Yamaha's Air-Seal System
Yamaha's 8-ply birch/mahogany concert toms are constructed using the Yamaha Air Seal System to produce a quality drum and to achieve the distinct Yamaha sound. Stands not included.


Saturday, October 22, 2011

Sabian B8 CONCERT BAND SET WITHOUT BAG (Standard)

Sabian B8 CONCERT BAND SET WITHOUT BAG (Standard) Review



Sabian B8 CONCERT BAND SET WITHOUT BAG (Standard) Feature

  • 16" size is ideal for young percussionists
  • Covered by SABIAN 2-Year Warranty
  • Bronze-quality design, tight and bright sounds
  • Includes Free nylon cymbal straps
  • Mid to high pitch
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Tuesday, October 18, 2011

Innovative Percussion Mark Ford Series Strong Legato Soft Marimba Mallets, Birch

Innovative Percussion Mark Ford Series Strong Legato Soft Marimba Mallets, Birch Review



Innovative Percussion Mark Ford Series Strong Legato Soft Marimba Mallets, Birch Feature

  • Larger Rubber Cores for a fuller tone and stronger fundamental
  • Extra-soft yarn for a legato tone at all dynamics
  • Natural birch handles
  • Sold in pairs
These four new models are an expansion of the popular mallet series designed to the specifications of marimba soloist and percussion educator Mark Ford. This series began with the previous addition of the IP800 to his original series, now renumbered as IP811. This series of four mallets features larger rubber cores for a full tone and stronger fundamental, while still using an extra-soft yarn to produce legato tone at all dynamic levels. These new models also feature natural birch handles, allowing the player additional control in demanding performance situations.


Monday, October 17, 2011

Black Swamp Small Ebony Handle Castanets, Pair

Black Swamp Small Ebony Handle Castanets, Pair Review



Black Swamp Small Ebony Handle Castanets, Pair Feature

  • Sold in Pairs
Ebony castanets offer a distinctive warm timbre with a full, round sound. The Micro-Adjust tone control allows the castanets to sound beautiful at any dynamic. Simply turn the knob to adjust the action for louder or softer dynamics. The unique handle design lets you articulate rhythms in the air or on your knee, and allows the castanets to properly seat against one another, retaining the full resonance of the internal chamber.


Sunday, October 16, 2011

Stagg MAB 18 18-Inch Marching/Concert Cymbals Pair - Brilliant Finish

Stagg MAB 18 18-Inch Marching/Concert Cymbals Pair - Brilliant Finish Review



Stagg MAB 18 18-Inch Marching/Concert Cymbals Pair - Brilliant Finish Feature

  • B20 Alloy
  • 18 Inch Diameter
  • Marching/Concert Cymbals
Stagg 18 Inch Marching/Concert Cymbals Pair - Brilliant Finish


Friday, October 14, 2011

Black Swamp Small Maple Woodblock

Black Swamp Small Maple Woodblock Review



Black Swamp Small Maple Woodblock Feature

  • Sold Individually
  • MWB-3 Small, 2.25" x 2.25" x 7"
Black Swamp Woodblocks - Made from a solid block of Rock Maple. Vertical Grain sound boards insure a clear sound and extra durability. Each block is fitted with 4 rubber feet for full resonance when played on a trap table. 2 holes for mounting on LP and Danmar racks.


Thursday, October 13, 2011

Remo PM1422MP Powermax Ebony Bd Marching

Remo PM1422MP Powermax Ebony Bd Marching Review



Remo PM1422MP Powermax Ebony Bd Marching Feature

  • Made by Remo
  • Model Number: PM1422MP
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Tuesday, October 11, 2011

Black Swamp TD3S Tambourine

Black Swamp TD3S Tambourine Review



Black Swamp TD3S Tambourine Feature

  • SoundArt Series
  • Includes 10" Padded Bag and Beeswax
  • Remo Renaissance Head
  • German Silver Jingles
These 10" double-row tambourines were designed and tested in collaboration with percussionists from preeminent symphony orchestras. Many top professionals, students, world-class orchestras, and other musical organizations are choosing SoundArt Series(tm) Tambourines for their unequaled sound quality, meticulous craftsmanship, and superior design. A premium-quality skin head, or Remo Renaissance head, is mounted to a solid, steam-bent ash shell with hand-hammered jingles. Excellent articulation and full sound.


Monday, October 10, 2011

Remo BD0306-00 Remo Batter Head

Remo BD0306-00 Remo Batter Head Review



Remo BD0306-00 Remo Batter Head Feature

  • Made by Remo
  • Model Number: BD0306-00
The Remo Clear Diplomat drum head is Remo's brightest, most open sounding head due to its single layer of 7.5-mil Mylar film.  They're known for their bright tones, resonance and sustain and as resonant (bottom) heads they really open up the sound of toms.


Sunday, October 9, 2011

Concert Favorites Vol.2 - Keyboard Percussion - Essential Elements Band Folios

Concert Favorites Vol.2 - Keyboard Percussion - Essential Elements Band Folios Review



Concert Favorites Vol.2 - Keyboard Percussion - Essential Elements Band Folios Feature

  • Features Even More Easy Works For Beginning Bands
  • Arranged For Keyboard Percussion
  • Perfect For Groups With Limited Rehearsal Time
  • Standard Notation
  • 16 Pages
Here is a follow-up to the popular Concert Favorites, Volume 1 that features even more terrific easy works for beginning bands. Perfect for groups with limited rehearsal time, this collection is also an economical way to provide your players with quality literature. (Beginning level to Grade 1.5) Includes: Gallant March, High Adventure, The ''Hey'' Song, Beethoven's Ninth, Bandroom Boogie, Amazing Grace, Infinity Concert March, Latin Fire, Linus and Lucy, Star Trek Generations, American Spirit March, Gathering in the Glen, The Loco-Motion, Scarborough Fair, and Royal Fireworks Music.