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NAMM 2015: Gretsch stand in pictures

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By Rhythm published 24 January 2015

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Gretsch Broadkaster

Gretsch Broadkaster

NAMM 2015: Retro really has been the buzzword for drums at NAMM 2015, and you can see that throughout the Gretsch stand.

As soon as we walked into the room we were greeted with this Broadkaster, an old favourite that was given a fresh lease of life in 2014.

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Broadkaster up-close

Broadkaster up-close

The kit features 3-ply maple/poplar/maple shells, reverse round over bearing edges and double flanged steel hoops.

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Gretsch Renown Walnut

Gretsch Renown Walnut

Gretsch was also clearly very proud of this lush Renown Walnut kit. Announced in late 2014, this kit features six-ply North American walnut shells, 30-degree bearing edges and die-cast hoops. It very much has the signature Gretsch look.

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Retro style

Retro style

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Stylish snare

Stylish snare

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More cowbell!

More cowbell!

The Gretsch stand also had plenty of percussion, including a huge wall of cowbells. Will Ferrell would be proud.

NAMM 2015 coverage in association withAndertons.

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