Latest articles by Geoff Nicholls
A mid-priced professional series with a simple, clear message and a classic look
BDC passes a significant milestone. Introducing the Palladium lug…
Pearl revamps its Masters Series once more
A real gem from a UK custom builder
Speaking as a vintage drum enthusiasts, we had a big smile on our face when we took this lot out of their boxes.
You'd never accuse Pearl of failing to offer a wide choice, with no less than 13 series of acoustic drums listed on its site.
Mark Guiliana's breakthrough to wider public awareness came last year with his intimate involvement in David Bowie's final masterpiece, Blackstar.
The British Drum Company was launched late last year by a crack team of industry professionals.
It's blazing hot summer's day in Stockport – no sign of rain in Cheshire, and how often can you say that?
When we catch up with Steve Smith he's in Cologne, Germany for a week performing and recording with his jazz fusion outfit steps ahead and the WDR big band.
Paiste's Formula 602 line was its first B20 (CuSn20) bronze line of cymbals, introduced in 1959 and lasting through the 1990s.
From February 2016, Zildjian's new S Family takes over from the outgoing ZHT series.
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.
Cindy Blackman-Santana's Istanbul Signature OM series debuted in 2009.
Gretsch edges it in the legendary stakes with its 'round badge' Broadkaster drums from the '50s and '60s – favourites of studio drummers and producers.
