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2. Sonor Force 3007 Maple (14"x5 1/2")
£140

Distinctive design touches include a solid black nylon throw-off and 10 stout Sonor mallet logo TuneSafe (non-slip) lugs. Nine-ply, 7mm maple shells are also available as a 12"x5" or 10"x5" second snare. The drum is completed by 2.3mm Powerhoops, Remo Ambassador heads and an attractive choice of nine fi nishes, including fades and sparkles.
Read the full review of Sonor's Force 3007 kit

1. Yamaha Oak Custom Matte Finish (14"x7")
£227

Oak is Yamaha's trump card at the moment. The company seems to be able to make oak drums cheaper than its other lines and many of Yamaha's endorsers are big admirers. Oak has a warm, deep and centred tone, as well as a beautiful wide grain in this matte finish.
Read the full review of Yamaha's Oak Custom kit

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