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New drum gear of the month: review round-up (April 2015)

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By Rhythm published 2 April 2015

All of last month's kit, cymbal and snare reviews

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Bosphorus Samba Series Cymbals

Bosphorus Samba Series Cymbals

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"Seeking to fuse the best parts of its high-end cymbals, and broaden its involvement in world music. The Samba series are capable of much more than just Latin music too."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Bosphorus Samba Series Cymbals review

(Reviewed in Rhythm issue 238)

Page 1 of 10
Page 1 of 10
AKG D40

AKG D40

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"The D40 will deliver come what may no matter how noisy, crowded and sweaty the stage is."

4 out of 5

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(Reviewed in Rhythm issue 238)

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Page 2 of 10
Page 2 of 10
Mapex Mars Series Kit

Mapex Mars Series Kit

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"This kit looks good, gives an assured performance and is great value."

4 out of 5

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(Reviewed in Rhythm issue 239)

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Page 3 of 10
Page 3 of 10
Crush Drums & Percussion M4 Hardware Pack

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"Elegant, well-made stands that are both full of intelligent features and strong enough to withstand years of use."

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Page 4 of 10
Page 4 of 10
Carrera Drums Custom Pinstripe Snare Drums

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MusicRadar’s verdict:

"In just five years Carrera has developed into a master drum builder. We were blown away by the construction, finish and sound of these drum."

5 out of 5

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(Reviewed in Rhythm issue 239)

Page 5 of 10
Page 5 of 10
Q Drum Co Custom Copper Kit

Q Drum Co Custom Copper Kit

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"Striking looks, powerful warm sound and exceptional dynamic range courtesy of the riveted copper shells combined with the excellent maple edges."

4 out of 5

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(Reviewed in Rhythm issue 239)

Page 6 of 10
Page 6 of 10
Liberty Drums Elm Burr snare

Liberty Drums Elm Burr snare

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"Provides a great working platform for anything from tight backbeats and tantalizing rolls to delicate ghosted notes - simply put, this is a highly desirable snare."

5 out of 5

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Page 7 of 10
Page 7 of 10
Liberty Drums Tenius Flame Birch snare

Liberty Drums Tenius Flame Birch snare

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"An exceptional, beautifully hand-crafted snare."

5 out of 5

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Page 8 of 10
Page 8 of 10
Tama Custom Superstar Hyperdrive Kit

Tama Custom Superstar Hyperdrive Kit

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"This kit has it all - great sound, excellent build quality and an incredible price; even at its full RRP this kit contradicts its comparatively meagre price tag."

5 out of 5

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Page 9 of 10
Toontrack Made Of Metal EZX

Toontrack Made Of Metal EZX

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"Toontrack has no shortage of metal sounds in its catalogue, each one produced by world-class people, but think of this as an extra palette. Of course you'll need EZdrummer 2 to run it, but at £50, it's almost robbery."

5 out of 5

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Page 10 of 10
Page 10 of 10
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