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TrapKAT 5KS Drum Controller Tested!

Norman Weinberg reviews the TrapKAT 5KS and feels this machine deserves our attention — it comes with great drum sounds, minus the fuss and muss.

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Mapex MyDentity Drum Set Tested!

Design your own custom kit online and have it delivered within a month at an affordable price, with Mapex' MyDentity series.

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Rare & Collectible: The Slingerland Black Beauty

Liam Mulholland says if you're into vintage drums, this is still a treasure hunt with a lot of great scores out there if you keep yours eyes open.

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Tama Silverstar Drums Reviewed!

The Tama Silverstar Birch Drum Set is quite affordable and should appeal to younger drummers or those on a budget, yet still offers excellent features.

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DW Nickel Over Brass Collector’s Series Snare

We decide that the DW Nickel Over Brass Collector's Series snare drum is designed awesomely, with rich tonality and perfect playability.

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Evans G14 Tom And Snare Heads Tested!

RL Hulsman tests the Evans G14 drumheads and tell us they are "sort of like that last, drunken party guest — loud and hanging around for a long time."

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KickPort Bass Drum Sound Enhancer Tested!

Once the KickPort hit the drum market drummers began talking about its sound enhancing characteristics. We had to see if it lived up to the hype.

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GMS Special Edition Drums Tested!

We check out a GMS Special Edition kit and find it to be a completely professional drum set, with superb finishes, clear tones, and a great price.

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Off-Set Double Bass Pedal Reviewed!

We put the Off-Set pedal under the microscope and discover that this oddly symmetrical bass drum pedal provides a number of real-world solutions.

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Roland SPD-SX Sampling Pad Reviewed!

Not only does Jake Wood think the SPD-SX is an invaluable sampling instrument, he also shows us how much fun it can be to inspire new drumming ideas.