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

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By Rhythm published 9 October 2015

Vintage kits, reggae snares, sample packs and more rated

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Gretsch Broadkaster Drum Kit

Gretsch Broadkaster Drum Kit

It's been a busy old month for the Rhythm reviewing team, with a lush modern vintage from Gretsch, a Brit reggae snare and much more getting the review treatment.

All of the reviews shown here originally appeared in Rhythm magazine and were seen on this very site throughout September. Here we've helpfully rounded them up for you. Up first is a beautiful nod to the past from Gretsch.

MusicRadar's verdict:

"Gretsch has finally gone and done it. Built a lovingly faithful reproduction of its most sought-after three-ply round-badge era Broadkasters, with wise option of period or modern hardware."

5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Gretsch Broadkaster review

(Originally reviewed in Rhythm)

BUY: Gretsch Broadkaster Drum Kit currently available from:
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

Page 1 of 5
Page 1 of 5
TRX ALT Cymbals

TRX ALT Cymbals

MusicRadar's verdict:

“The ALT Series largely achieves its aim of a modern, loud and bright take on the all-round classic Turkish-American cymbal.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: TRX ALT Cymbals

BUY: TRX ALT Cymbals currently available from:
UK: Gear4Music

Page 2 of 5
Page 2 of 5
Flint Reggae Snare Drum

Flint Reggae Snare Drum

MusicRadar's verdict:

"Despite the name, applications should stretch way beyond reggae."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Flint Reggae Snare Drum

Page 3 of 5
Page 3 of 5
SoniVox Tony Coleman Drums

SoniVox Tony Coleman Drums

MusicRadar's verdict:

"If you're after some more organic sounds to trigger from your e-kit for blues, jazz, funk or fusion, SONiVOX is the perfect studio companion."

4 out of 5

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Page 4 of 5
Page 4 of 5
Tycoon Master Series Percussion

Tycoon Master Series Percussion

MusicRadar verdict:

“These Tycoon congas are big, imposing and authentic sounding – in the right hands, truly inspirational percussion instruments.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW:Tycoon Master Series Percussion

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Page 5 of 5
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