New drum gear of the month: review round-up (September 2013)
![Truth Custom Drums Brass Snare](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/f2a2b840efc47338acb40683e0d6102e-320-80.jpg)
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)
![Yamaha Live Custom Kit](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/da7e7f8cb9e9fe9de5c80e1f1fc1c961-320-80.jpg)
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
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass
![Meinl Byzance Vintage Cymbals](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/91dd47afafcb510cfc9463c403a53847-320-80.jpg)
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
![Evans Level 360 Drumheads](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/b3852405fec4ce82f3bd7c1ed4e7da4d-320-80.jpg)
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)
![Rhythm Tech Eclipse Cajon](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/f8ee94946146089ef78c2cd9a14a0c5c-320-80.jpg)
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)
![Truth Custom Drums Maple/Walnut/Acrylic Snare](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/f2a2b840efc47338acb40683e0d6102e-320-80.jpg)
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)