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NAMM 2014: Yamaha Drums stand in pictures

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By Rich Chamberlain published 26 January 2014

New kits and a special new signature snare

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Yamaha Absolute Hybrid

Yamaha Absolute Hybrid

NAMM 2014: 2014 has kicked off with a major statement of intent from Yamaha.

And here's the proof - the brand spanking new Absolute Hybrid Maple kit. This African wenge and North American maple kit is packed with a ton of new features and looks to be the ace up Yamaha's sleeve.

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Rich Chamberlain
Rich Chamberlain

Rich is a teacher, one time Rhythm staff writer and experienced freelance journalist who has interviewed countless revered musicians, engineers, producers and stars for the our world-leading music making portfolio, including such titles as Rhythm, Total Guitar, Guitarist, Guitar World, and MusicRadar. His victims include such luminaries as Ice T, Mark Guilani and Jamie Oliver (the drumming one).

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