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Mapex Saturn V
By Dave Holmes last updated
Over the last decade the Mapex Saturn Series has been systematically transformed beyond recognition of its Saturn Pro ancestry

Natal Café Racer kit
By Geoff Nicholls last updated
Natal gives us a bargain-priced alternative to their established Originals Series in new and exotic-sounding American tulipwood

Gretsch Renown Maple 2016
By Stuart Williams last updated
The Big G’s professional line gets an overhaul

Sonor SQ1 Series Drums
By Geoff Nicholls last updated
Sonor’s latest top range all-birch kit sees the debut of a clever new and unobtrusive technology for tom mounting

Gretsch Broadkaster Vintage Series
By Geoff Nicholls last updated
Gretsch edges it in the legendary stakes with its 'round badge' Broadkaster drums from the '50s and '60s – favourites of studio drummers and producers.

Yamaha Recording Custom
By Geoff Nicholls last updated
Few drum kits achieve legendary status. Gretsch's round-badge Broadkaster, Ludwig's Super Classic. Add to those Yamaha's Recording Custom, commonly called the Yamaha 9000.

DW Collector's Series Cherry Mahogany Kit
By Geoff Nicholls last updated
Last year we reviewed a DW Collector's Series kit with all-cherry wood shells.

Tama Star Maple kit
By Geoff Nichols last updated
Tama's fabulous new top-end series will make you the star of the show...
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