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Crescent Cymbals @ 2013 Winter NAMM

Crescent Cymbals appeared with seven distinct cymbal ranges just months ago, yet managed to introduce a new line of hand percussion cymbals at NAMM.

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Meinl Cymbals @ 2013 Winter NAMM

It was a bit of a quiet year for Meinl Cymbals at the 2013 Winter NAMM Show, but they did introduce a number of interesting series extensions.

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Sabian Cymbals @ 2013 Winter NAMM

We drop by Sabian’s NAMM booth to get a tour by product specialist Mark Love through the 2013 winners of the company’s infamous Cymbal Vote promotion.

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Paiste Cymbals @ 2013 Winter NAMM

After Vinnie Colaiuta switched to Paiste’s 602 line last year, it’ no surprise the expanded 602 Modern Essentials dominated Paiste’s NAMM booth.

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Zildjian Enhances The Sound Of Its A Series

If you thought A Zildjian cymbals had a sweet sound, wait until you hear the newly retooled lineup of the company’s legacy line.

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Exodus Cymbals Poised To Take On The U.S.

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After sweeping through the Latin American market, the upstart Exodus Cymbals company is poised to offer their unique 25 Bronze cymbals to the U.S.

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UFIP Cymbals @ 2012 PASIC

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UFIP used their PASIC appearance to unveil some new bell bronze percussion sound effects that would work well for drummers and percussionists alike.

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Matt Nolan Custom Cymbals @ 2012 PASIC

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It’s always a bit of an adventure to visit the Matt Nolan Custom Cymbals booth during trade shows, and this year’s PASIC in Austin was no exception.

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Istanbul Mehmet Carmine Appice Cymbals Tested!

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Our intrepid product reviewer Brad Schlueter outfits his kit with a full set of new Istanbul Mehmet Carmine Appice Realistic Rock signature cymbals.

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Meet Scymtek Cymbals — New Bronze On The Block

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Another new cymbal company has entered the field with four distinct lines. Who’s behind this new venture. None other than Brian Spaun of Spaun Drums.