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NAMM 2014: Crush Drums booth in pictures

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By Rhythm
Published 24 January 2014

Including the incredible hardware Tree of Life!

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How's this for a drum rack?

How's this for a drum rack?

NAMM 2014: Most drum companies at the show have a centrepiece to draw attention to their wares. Crush drums have gone the extra mile this year with this unique drum riser/rack/hardware construction.

Crush are calling it the Tree of Life drum sculpture and it was made by Sawbladehead Designs.

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And another view

And another view

It's not just the sculpture that's drawing the attention though. Check out the illuminated shells with cool tree branch finish.

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No stone unturned

No stone unturned

The tree theme is built into the kit hardware too. Nice detail on the floor tom legs!

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