New drum gear of the month: review round-up (March 2017)
A stunning snare, retro kit and more
Provenance Ross Revenge Radio Caroline Snare Drum
We have welcomed some mouth-watering drum gear onto MusicRadar over the past month.
A retro kit, a stunning snare and some lush cymbals were among those products to get the review treatment in the month of February.
Here's a digested look at all the drum gear that was reviewed on MusicRadar in February, starting with that eye-catching snare…
MusicRadar's verdict:
"Yet another one-off work of loving, dedicated craftsmanship - it looks classy and plays beautifully, with a full warm tone."
4 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Provenance Ross Revenge Radio Caroline Snare Drum
(Originally reviewed in Rhythm).
Meinl Byzance Splashes and FX
MusicRadar's verdict:
“These cheeky kit additions offer endless combinations of interesting and inspiring new sounds which would make a strong addition to most set-ups.”
4 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Meinl Byzance Splashes and FX
(Originally reviewed in Rhythm).
Ludwig Club Date Vintage Series
MusicRadar's verdict:
“Ludwig raids its rich history to revitalise a classic line, revamping it for today's busy drummer.”
4 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Ludwig Club Date Vintage Series
(Originally reviewed in Rhythm).
ATV aD5 E-Kit Module
MusicRadar's verdict:
“The aD5 combines realistic samples with an impressive dynamic range which makes for a gratifying playing experience.”
4 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: ATV aD5 E-Kit Module
(Originally reviewed in Rhythm).
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“It’s been road-tested, dropped on its head, kicked around, x-rayed, strummed, chicken-picked, and arpeggio swept!” Fender and Chris Shiflett team up for signature Cleaver Telecaster Deluxe
“With the room calibration and support software, it's the most flexible mini monitor we’ve tried”: IK Multimedia iLoud Micro Monitor Pro review
“Maybe I’m writing a song and it doesn’t follow the exact rules of songwriting. Or maybe this word doesn’t make sense next to this one, but that’s how I speak”: Beabadoobee says that “missteps” are more important than perfection in songwriting
“It’s been road-tested, dropped on its head, kicked around, x-rayed, strummed, chicken-picked, and arpeggio swept!” Fender and Chris Shiflett team up for signature Cleaver Telecaster Deluxe