Acoustic Drums
Acoustic drum kits are the heart of what makes drumming amazing! They sound incredible, look amazing and most importantly of all, so much fun to play.
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Buying guides for acoustic drum kits and snares.
DW Drums
DW (Drum Workshop) is a drum kit and hardware manufacturer based out of Oxnard, California, USA. Originally founder in 1972 DW has become renowned as a leader in everything acoustic drums.
Pearl Drums
It is easy to see why Pearl uses the slogan "The Best Reason to Play Drums." They have become an icon and one of the best know drum kit brands. Originally founded in 1946, they have some great heritage.
Tama Drums
Tama Drum, originally founded in 1961 under the name Star Drums, has become one of the best-known brands around. This is for good reason.
Ludwig Drums
Ludwig has been making drums in America since 1909 — the Supraphonic, the Black Beauty and the kits behind Ringo and Bonham are all theirs.
Gretsch Drums
"That Great Gretsch Sound" — warm, round and instantly recognisable, from 1883 Brooklyn to today's USA Custom kits.
Sonor Drums
German precision since 1875 — from the flagship SQ2 system to the signature drums of Benny Greb and Danny Carey.
OCDP
Orange County Drum & Percussion — the SoCal custom shop behind Travis Barker's kits and the vented snare sound of the 2000s.
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The Pearl Session Studio Select is a drum kit that aims to give you a professional sound at a great price point. The sound is punchy with sturdy hardware
Tama Drums
Tama Imperialstar | The ultimate drummer's guide (2021)
The Tama Imperialstar is seen as one of the best starter drum kits available. For a budget drum kit, it sounds good and is of great value. In this guide,
Pearl Drums
Matt Halpern Signature Snare drum from Pearl Drums | New for 2021
Pearl drums have just released the brand new Matt Halpern Signature Snare drum. This is part of the Pearl Signature Series Snare line. Matt Halpern is a
Tama Drums
Tama S.L.P. Snare Drums | Brand new additions for 2021
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DW Drums
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DW PurpleCore™ Drums | New shell technology for 2021
DW has just introduced its new PurpleCore™ drum shell technology. DW Drums are some of the best you can buy. The quality is outstanding and consistently
Pearl Drums
Pearl Export Drum Kit | The Ultimate Guide (New for 2021)
The Pearl Export drum kit has become globally known as one of (if not) the best intermediate-level drum kits available. There is a valid reason for this.
Tama Drums
Tama Starclassic Performer Drum Kits | New model for 2021
The Tama Starclassic Performer drum kit has become a favourite amongst drummers in the past ten or so years. It is easy to see why. You are getting a
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