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New drum gear of the month: review round-up (August 2013)

By The MusicRadar team
published 2 August 2013

Cymbal, electronic drum, acoustic kit and percussion reviews

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Porter And Davies BC2rm
Good vibes from this tactile monitor

Porter And Davies BC2rm

Every month MusicRadar's sister publication Rhythm - the UK's best-selling drum magazine - and reviews a whole host of new drum gear.

Here we've brought together all of the cymbals, drum kits, electronic drums, percussion and other drum-related gear reviewed throughout July 2013.

All the equipment on show here was originally reviewed in Rhythm magazine issue 218, or by MusicRadar's own reviews team.

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"The BC2rm is a ruggedly-built, road-ready tool from a company at the forefront of tactile monitoring. It has been designed for touring on a professional scale and so carries an appropriate price tag."

5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Porter And Davies BC2rm review

(Reviewed in Rhythm issue 218)

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Paiste Precision Series Cymbals
Signature cymbal quality, affordable prices

Paiste Precision Series Cymbals

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"The Precisions allow a small range of Signature quality cymbals into a more affordable price bracket. Sound wise they are brilliant, warm, transparent and clean."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Paiste Precision Series Cymbals review

(Reviewed in Rhythm issue 218)

BUY: Paiste Precision Series Cymbals currently available from:
UK: Thomann

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Pearl Export Series Kit
The innovative, affordable drum kit returns

Pearl Export Series Kit

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"Making an impressive return, with new shells, tom mounts, lugs and hardware package, the Export shakes up the scene again with its cutting-edge drums and hardware at a blinding price."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Pearl Export Series Kit review

(Reviewed in Rhythm issue 218)

BUY: Pearl Export Series Kit currently available from:
UK: Andertons | Thomann | Gear4Music | DV247
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

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Worldmax Padauk Snare
Unusual hardwood snare

Worldmax Padauk Snare

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"Could be used for any number of genres. If you've never tried a Worldmax snare, then it's about time you did!"

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Worldmax Padauk Snare review

(Reviewed in Rhythm issue 218)

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Zildjian A Cymbals
Classic cymbals on their A-game

Zildjian A Cymbals

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"Zildjian has kept faithful to the essence of the A Series cymbals' unmistakable sound, while awarding them with a clearer and brighter top-end."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Zildjian A Cymbals review

(Reviewed in Rhythm issue 218)

BUY: Zildjian A Cymbals currently available from:
UK: Andertons | Gear4Music | DV247
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

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Worldmax Walnut Snare
Whip up a storm with this snare

Worldmax Walnut Snare

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"The standard of workmanship and the overall snare drum sound belie the drum's price tag. Absolutely cracking and highly versatile."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Worldmax Walnut Snare review

(Reviewed in Rhythm issue 218)

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