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

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By Rhythm published 7 September 2015

Stave snares, custom kits and mic sets

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EcHo Custom Drums Cuprano Custom Kit

EcHo Custom Drums Cuprano Custom Kit

We've had another batch of quality drum gear reviews from our sister publication Rhythm magazine this month, including new cymbals, kits, hardware and specialist drum mic kits.

MusicRadar's verdict:

"The EcHo Cuprano kit is quite simply stunning. The craftsmanship on display is immaculate and the instruments themselves offer something very different."

5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: EcHo Custom Drums Cuprano Custom Kit review

(Originally reviewed in Rhythm)

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Shure PG Alta DrumKit6 mic set

Shure PG Alta DrumKit6 mic set

MusicRadar's verdict:

"A fantastic looking and sounding set of microphones that could be a long lasting starter set for a budding studio engineer or a workhorse set for a professional performing musician."

5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Shure PG Alta DrumKit6 mic set review

BUY: Shure PG Alta DrumKit6 mic set currently available from:
UK: Thomann

(Originally reviewed in Rhythm)

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AKG Session 1 Microphone Set

AKG Session 1 Microphone Set

MusicRadar's verdict:

"AKG has produced an excellent roadworthy set which provides much more than simply sound reinforcement. Frankly, this mic set offers more far more than the retail price might suggest."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: AKG Session 1 Microphone Set review

BUY: AKG Session 1 Microphone Set currently available from:
UK: Thomann

(Originally reviewed in Rhythm)

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Drum Workshop Collector's Series Cherry Wood Kit

Drum Workshop Collector's Series Cherry Wood Kit

MusicRadar's verdict:

"This is the cherry on the cake of drum craftsmanship with extraordinary attention to detail. At a price..."

5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Drum Workshop Collector's Series Cherry Wood Kit review

(Originally reviewed in Rhythm)

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Natal Pure Stave Snare Series

Natal Pure Stave Snare Series

MusicRadar's verdict:

"Beautifully crafted, high-end drums without the price tag."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Natal Pure Stave Snare Series review

(Originally reviewed in Rhythm)

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Toontrack Hip-Hop! EZX

Toontrack Hip-Hop! EZX

MusicRadar's verdict:

"If you're looking to embellish your live set-up with some electronic sounds via pads and a laptop, we'd whole-heartily recommend it. At this price, you won't find better."

5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Toontrack Hip-Hop! EZX review

BUY: Toontrack Hip-Hop! EZX currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann | Gear4Music
US: Sweetwater

(Originally reviewed in Rhythm)

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Sonor HS2000 Hardware Pack

Sonor HS2000 Hardware Pack

MusicRadar's verdict:

"Sturdy enough for most semi-pro gigging, with exceptionally stable tripods and massive rubber feet, the updated 2000 series pack reflects Sonor's lofty reputation in the hardware field."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Sonor HS2000 Hardware Pack review

BUY: Sonor HS2000 Hardware Pack currently available from:
UK: Thomann

(Originally reviewed in Rhythm)

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T-Cymbals Metalshop Extreme Cymbals

T-Cymbals Metalshop Extreme Cymbals

MusicRadar's verdict:

"T-Cymbals' Metalshop series offers those players looking for heavier cymbals a broad choice of complex and musical instruments right off the shelf."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: T-Cymbals Metalshop Extreme Cymbals review

(Originally reviewed in Rhythm)

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