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

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By The MusicRadar Team published 2 September 2013

All of last month's drum reviews

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Truth Custom Drums Brass Snare

Truth Custom Drums Brass Snare

MusicRadar's sister publication Rhythm - the UK's best-selling drum magazine - publishes the best independent reviews of new drum gear.

We've collected all the cymbals, drum kits, electronic drums, percussion and other drum-related gear reviewed in the last month.

All the equipment on show here was originally reviewed in Rhythm magazine issue 219, or by MusicRadar's own reviews team.

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"A real one-off, rather special snare drum, well built and with impressive sounds."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Truth Custom Drums Brass Snare review

(Reviewed in Rhythm issue 219)

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Yamaha Live Custom Kit

Yamaha Live Custom Kit

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"Built with Yamaha's usual attention to detail, the Live Custom is a powerful new addition to the market."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Yamaha Live Custom Kit review

(Reviewed in Rhythm issue 219)

BUY: Yamaha Live Custom Kit currently available from:
UK: Thomann | Gear4Music | DV247
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Meinl Byzance Vintage Cymbals

Meinl Byzance Vintage Cymbals

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"Byzance is home to many of Meinl's more creative designs. As such, all four of these cymbals are beautifully made and full of character."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Meinl Byzance Vintage Cymbals review

(Reviewed in Rhythm issue 219)

BUY: Meinl Byzance Vintage Cymbals currently available from:
UK: Thomann | Gear4Music | DV247

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Evans Level 360 Drumheads

Evans Level 360 Drumheads

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"With this evolution of its design process, Evans has launched a true revolution in drum heads."

5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Evans Level 360 Drumheads review

(Reviewed in Rhythm issue 219)

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Rhythm Tech Eclipse Cajon

Rhythm Tech Eclipse Cajon

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"The sound is quite impressive (especially considering its reduced dimensions), but any potential purchaser should consider the additional cost of a protective case."

3 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Rhythm Tech Eclipse Cajon review

(Reviewed in Rhythm issue 219)

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Truth Custom Drums Maple/Walnut/Acrylic Snare

Truth Custom Drums Maple/Walnut/Acrylic Snare

MusicRadar’s verdict:

The price is against it, but this is a characterful, warm snare with a genuinely unique sound and style."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Truth Custom Drums Maple/Walnut/Acrylic Snare review

(Reviewed in Rhythm issue 219)

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