Dave Holmes

Pro-standard mics for any acoustic kit

Italy is famous for many things. However, you may not know the country has long been associated with cymbal production.

Sakae might appear to be a newbie on the drumming scene, however this Japanese company is a third- generation family-run business and only nine years away from celebrating their Centenary year.

An oak and steel hybrid with a well-focused sound

We check out the latest Full Range signature snare from Gretsch

We take a retro-styled classic for a spin

We flick the sticks over the new DM7 e-kit from Alesis

Could this sub-£300 kit be the Holy Grail of portable drums?

A new case that's designed to make transporting drum hardware a little less arduous

Alesis's new electronic pad proves good things come in small packages

Sonor's Force drum kit series is given an update

A new five-piece retro kit from the intermediate Meridian line

Check out these multi-instrument anti-creep mats

Ahead offers a new level of protection for your drumkit

Hammerax was founded in 2006 by musician, composer and instrument designer John Stannard who had design and manufacturing expertise in all manner of chimes, chime trees, temple blocks etc.

Under the sticks this month is the latest member of Remo's popular Powerstroke family.

A set of no less than seven AKG drum microphones for under £250! Has the world gone mad?

This Omeya Travel Series cajon hails from the same family of Spanish-made instruments as other Omeya models including the Evo, Junior, Bass Pro and the Studio Bass, reviewed last year

A no-frills portable electronic practice pad

As the manufacturer of drums for one of the world's leading musical instrument companies for 40 years, Sakae Rhythm's position is well-documented.

Now into their 32nd year, Tycoon's range just gets bigger, bolder and a whole lot more comprehensive.

Pearl is renowned for pushing the boundaries of drum technology with its advanced manufacturing processes, cunning designs and ingenious engineering

A brand new range of heads that could transform the looks and the sound of your kit - time for a summer makeover?

Korg's new Wavedrum goes global, offering even greater sonic and percussive potential

Proudly waving the British flag for the UK's custom drum manufacturers with the latest kit from Liberty Drums