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New drum gear of the month: review round-up (November 2014)

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By MusicRadar Team published 4 November 2014

All of October's drum reviews

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Dream Ignition Cymbal Pack

Dream Ignition Cymbal Pack

Rhythm magazine publishes the best independent reviews of the latest drums, cymbals and other drum-related gear every month.

Here we've gathered every reviews featured in the magazine and on the site throughout the last month, starting with the Dream Ignition Cymbal Pack.

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"Dream cymbals have always been superb value for money but this selection represents a new high water mark. The quality of the sound on offer for the money is nothing less than sensational."

5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Dream Ignition Cymbal Pack review

(Reviewed in Rhythm 233)

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Alesis DM10 X Kit Mesh

Alesis DM10 X Kit Mesh

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"The DM10 X Kit Mesh is a comprehensive yet cost-effective set-up with the ability to load new sound sets, offering future-proofing and great value."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Alesis DM10 X Kit Mesh review

(Reviewed in Rhythm 233)

BUY: Alesis DM10 X Kit Mesh currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann | Gear4Music
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

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Page 2 of 9
Cymbomute Cymbal Dampeners

Cymbomute Cymbal Dampeners

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"A clever solution to a longstanding problem. We love them, and so do our neighbours."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Cymbomute Cymbal Dampeners review

(Reviewed in Rhythm 233)

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Page 3 of 9
Premier Modern Classic Bebop 20

Premier Modern Classic Bebop 20

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"The first collaboration of Steve White and Keith Keough comes up trumps, with shells that should win awards and a correspondingly wicked sound."

5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Premier Modern Classic Bebop 20 review

(Reviewed in Rhythm 233)

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Premier Modern Classic Concert Master 22

Premier Modern Classic Concert Master 22

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"Not everyone will take to the retro look, but in terms of pure drum sound the Modern Classic will leave a huge smile on your face."

5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Premier Modern Classic Concert Master 22 review

(Reviewed in Rhythm 233)

BUY: Premier Modern Classic Concert Master 22 currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music

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Page 5 of 9
Yamaha Absolute Hybrid Maple kit

Yamaha Absolute Hybrid Maple kit

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"Calling on expertise in various areas of instrument manufacture, the Absolute Hybrid Maple exemplifies Yamaha's pursuit of excellence."

5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Yamaha Absolute Hybrid Maple kit review

(Reviewed in Rhythm 234)

BUY: Yamaha Absolute Hybrid Maple kit currently available from:
UK: Thomann | Gear4Music
US: Full Compass

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Page 6 of 9
De Gregorio Drumbox Cajons

De Gregorio Drumbox Cajons

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"These cajons sound superb and, with the added bonus of the cajon pedal, are really excellent to play."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: De Gregorio Drumbox Cajons review

(Reviewed in Rhythm 233)

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Page 7 of 9
Gear4Music WHD 517-DX

Gear4Music WHD 517-DX

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"This is yet another great value electronic kit from WHD which, thanks to the mesh pads and intuitive module, makes playing just that much more enjoyable."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Gear4Music WHD 517-DX review

(Reviewed in Rhythm 234)

BUY: Gear4Music WHD 517-DX currently available from:
UK: Gear4Music

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Page 8 of 9
VK Drums Stainless Steel kit

VK Drums Stainless Steel kit

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"Drums of this build and expected longevity are costly but, you can be assured, nobody else will have a set like this one - and it will last you a lifetime."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: VK Drums Stainless Steel kit review

(Reviewed in Rhythm 234)

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