Tom Bradley

Drum Workshop doesn’t miss a beat with its newest Collector’s kit

A selection of individual metals from the Italian cymbalsmiths

Some modified cajons from the Spanish percussion builder

A new concept in cutting-edge instruments

Mapex extends its flagship series

Yamaha’s newly rejuvenated kit is up there with the best starter rigs

Pearl sticks it to tradition

Dream re-packages some old products in a new way

Zildjian remasters its Special Dry collection for the modern market

Another game-changer from Evans?

A host of new Spanish cajons

DW branches out

Not-so-new tech wizards deliver a stand-alone e-kit module

Since the company's inception in 2000, SJC has grown to become a well-recognised name within the drum world, forging a reputation as a youthful and alternative custom brand.

Celebrating its 10th birthday this year, Animal Custom Drums first set out to bring custom- built drums to the masses at an affordable price-point.

County Durham-based Liberty Drums is celebrating its 10-year anniversary this year, since establishing in 2006.

The industry-staple Iron Cobra pedal has undergone many a tweak in its 25 years and even spawned an offshoot – the Speed Cobra.

In recent months we have been greatly impressed by the host of new and improved products presented by DW's entry-range sister company, Pacific Drums and Percussion (PDP).

Originally founded as a drum school by Don Lombardi in 1972, the Drum Workshop brand has grown to become one of the best recognised in the drumming world today.

Since producing its first Cajon nearly 30 years ago in 1986, these German percussion makers have been at the forefront of the development and increased popularity of the instrument over the years.