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Ludwig Accent Series Fab4 Kit £1299

Ludwig goes retro with this expensive Fab4 version of the acclaimed Accent series

The MusicRadar Team, Mon 3 Mar, 1:31 pm GMT

Available in four PVC wrap finishes: Black Diamond Pearl, White Marine Pearl, Silver Sparkle and Black Oyster Pearl

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MusicRadar rating

3 of 5

Pros

22"x14" bass drum and rounded bearing edges take you right back to the '60s.

Cons

Rather expensive and not 'fab' when it comes to several details.

The bottom line

The title 'Fab4' can only refer to the Beatles and Ringo, and Ludwig has every right to invoke that illustrious connection. Yet this kit is a mix of old and new, which doesn't quite click. Why the '70s-style snare? Why 16 lugs when the Accent Elite kick already has the requisite 20? Overall, the kit sounds good, but it's expensive for what it is.

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Accent Series Fab4 Kit

Price:: £1299
Country of Origin:: Taiwan
Drum Kit Components:: 1 x Bass Drum, 1 x Floor Tom, 1 x Snare, 1 x Tom
Finish:: PVC Wrap Finish
Floor Tom Size:: 16 x 16
Material(s):: Availale finishes (lack Diamond Pearl, White Marine Pearl, Silver Sparkle, Black Oyster Pearl)
Snare Shell Thickness:: 165.1
Snare Size:: 14 x 6.5
Tom Size:: 13 x 9