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‘Get It Started’ Livestream With Daru Jones, Now On Drum Network

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‘Get It Started’ Livestream With Daru Jones, Now On Drum Network

Pacific Drums and Percussion (PDP) is launching a brand new live stream show called ‘Get It Started’ with Grammy Award-winning drummer, Daru Jones.

PDP’s ‘Get It Started’ is the place for drummers looking to take their music career to the next level.  The live stream will include a wide range of topics, and offer viewers an opportunity to ask related questions to the host on each monthly broadcast.  Jones and his guests will share their insights, personal experiences and years of recording and performing expertise. The genre-bending beat maker will also answer individual questions to help drummers hone their skills behind the kit and beyond. Check out Daru talking about the show here.

Daru Jones

Two-time Grammy Award winner, Daru Jones, a longtime PDP & DW Drums artist, is one of the most respected drummers of his generation. He has toured and recorded with renowned artists including Jack White, Pete Rock, Gloria Gaynor, Pee Wee Ellis, Queen Latifah and many more. He has been a “go-to-drummer” in the hip hop scene for over a decade and is also a sought-after producer and boutique label owner, developing talent and releasing music through his RUSIC Records, imprint.

Daru commented “We’re hoping to help encourage the current and next generation to go within and find your voice and look for ways to be authentic. I’m very excited to chat with you all and bridge the gap to educate on groove culture with some of our legendary and seasoned guests. Please come with an open mind and positive vibes as we can use this outlet to help us all during these times.”

To take part in the LIVE discussion, tune in to PDP’s Facebook and DW’s YouTube and Facebook channels at noon PST on the second Monday of every month. A complete schedule of all episodes is obtainable at Drum Network where previous shows are also available.  Upcoming episodes include:

14 September – Episode 1: How Do I…Create My Own Sound?

12 October – Episode 2: How Do I…Up My Social Media Game?

9 November – Episode 3: How Do I…Get The Right Gear?

14 December – Episode 4: How Do I…Apply For Endorsement?

Drum Network is the source for all Drum Workshop live streaming shows and online programming. It is a hub for drummers everywhere, a resource with a library full of Drum Workshop, Drum Channel and Modern Drummer live events and YouTube videos. For the complete, up-to-date Drum Network show listing visit www.dwdrums.com/drumnetwork. To find out more about the PDP drums please go to : www.pacificdrums.com/

AKG Podcaster Essentials Bundle Now Available in the UK

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AKG Podcaster Essentials Bundle Now Available in the UK

HARMAN Professional Solutions and UK distributor Sound Technology Ltd are pleased to announce immediate availability of the new AKG Podcaster Essentials bundle.

Designed to give podcasters, video producers and content creators a professional edge, the AKG Podcaster Essentials bundle includes the new AKG Lyra USB microphone, AKG K371 headphones, Ableton Live 10 Lite recording software, a four-part Berklee Online recording class, and a full set of audio cables including a headphone splitter.

The AKG Lyra is an ultra-HD, multi-mode USB microphone that delivers pristine 24-bit, 192 kHz audio quality, with four versatile capture modes suited to a wide range of recording applications. AKG K371 headphones provide clear, detailed sound with largest-in-class 50mm drivers and a closed-back design for superb sound isolation. Ableton Live 10 Lite is a streamlined audio production platform that allows users to quickly and easily record and edit professional podcasts.

“Today’s podcasters and content creators need versatile, powerful audio solutions that enable them to create the highest quality productions that stand apart from the crowd,” said Chris Hansen, Director of Recording and Content Creation, HARMAN Professional Solutions. “The AKG Podcaster Essentials bundle provides everything creators need to transform their computer into a professional-quality podcasting studio.”

The AKG Lyra delivers the highest audio quality in its class, with acoustically transparent, 4K-compatible, Ultra HD-grade 24-bit/192kHz audio resolution. Lyra features the innovative AKG Adaptive Capsule Array, which provides four optimised capture modes that makes it easy to deliver professional sound for any application. An internal self-adjusting shock mount minimises contact noise, while a built-in sound diffuser and AKG’s proprietary Internal Element Overload Prevention automatically reduces noise, eliminates pops and improves signal levels. Plug-and-play simplicity enables creators to set up and start recording quickly, regardless of experience level.

AKG K371 professional studio headphones combine performance, accuracy and supreme comfort in a compact, folding design that’s ideal for production in the studio or on location. High-sensitivity titanium-coated 50mm drivers reproduce every detail from the deepest lows to the most sparkling highs for excellent acoustic precision. An over-ear, closed-back design provides superior isolation in noisy environments and prevents sound bleed into the AKG Lyra. Plush, slow-retention foam pads and an adjustable calibrated headband ensure a perfect fit and the earcups swivel 90 degrees for single-ear monitoring. The feather-light weight of the K371 keeps ear fatigue at bay, even on the longest sessions.

Ableton Live 10 Lite is a fast, flexible, lightweight version of Ableton’s flagship Live 10 audio production software. With robust, intuitive features for editing together takes, sweetening vocal recordings, adding sound effects and even creating custom theme and background music, Live 10 Lite gives podcasters everything they need to quickly and easily produce professional podcasts.

The four-part Berklee Online course provides a broad introduction to audio production, from microphones to multitracking including recording gear and techniques, working with digital audio, critical listening, polishing your mixes and much more.

Pricing and Availability

The AKG Podcaster Essentials bundle is available now priced at £249 RRP inc VAT.

AKG Professional by HARMAN is distributed in the UK and ROI by Sound Technology Ltd. For more information please call Sound Technology Ltd on 01462 480000 or visit www.soundtech.co.uk/music-retail/akg.

 

Meinl Cymbals Proud To Introduce New Additions To Pure Alloy Custom

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Meinl Cymbals Proud To Introduce New Additions To Pure Alloy Custom

Meinl Cymbals are proud to introduce new additions to Pure Alloy Custom, one of their most popular cymbal lines today!

Following the introduction of Pure Alloy Custom at the 2020 NAMM Show earlier this year,
many drummers shared their enthusiasm for this new line of cymbals adding them to their kits all around the globe.

Due to the popularity, Meinl are adding three new models to this unique line: a pair of 14” medium-thin hihats, a 20” medium-thin ride, and a 10” splash.

The medium-thin weight and unique finishing process produces a warmer response and faster decay when compared to the original Pure Alloy series.

www.meinl.de

 

Mapex Black Panther 2020 Metal Shell Snare Drums – Drummer’s Review

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Mapex Black Panther 2020 Metal Shell Snare Drums – Drummer’s Review

Here’s our review of a selection of Mapex Black Panther 2020 metal shell snare drums, featuring…

Wasp

Mapex Black Panther 2020 Wasp Snare
  • 10″ x 5.5″, 1.0 mm seamed steel shell,
  • Mapex Sonic Saver hoops,
  • Cylinder-Drive snare strainer,
  • Mapex 45-degree SONIClear bearing edges top & bottom,
  • Chrome shell hardware,
  • REMO heads – coated Ambassador batter, clear Ambassador snare side.
  • RRP: £249.00

Cyrus

Mapex Black Panther 2020 Cyrus Snare

 

  • 14″ x 6″, 1.0 mm seamed steel shell,
  • Mapex Sonic Saver hoops,
  • Cylinder-Drive snare strainer,
  • Mapex 45-degree SONIClear bearing edges top & bottom,
  • Chrome shell hardware,
  • REMO heads – coated Ambassador X batter, clear Ambassador snare side.
  • RRP: £259.00

Atomizer

Mapex Black Panther 2020 Atomizer Snare
  • 14″ x 6.5″, 2.0 mm seamed aluminium shell,
  • Mapex Sonic Saver hoops,
  • Cylinder-Drive snare strainer,
  • Mapex 45-degree SONIClear bearing edges top & bottom,
  • Chrome shell hardware,
  • REMO heads – coated Ambassador X batter, clear Ambassador snare side.
  • RRP: £379.00

Persuader

Mapex Black Panther 2020 Persuader Snare
  • 14″ x 6.5″, 1.2 mm hammered brass shell,
  • Mapex Sonic Saver hoops,
  • Cylinder-Drive snare strainer,
  • Mapex 45-degree SONIClear bearing edges top & bottom,
  • Chrome shell hardware,
  • REMO heads – coated Ambassador X batter, clear Ambassador snare side.
  • RRP: £399.00

Predator

Mapex Black Panther 2020 Predator Snare
  • 14″ x 6″, 1.2 mm seamed copper shell,
  • Mapex Sonic Saver hoops,
  • Cylinder-Drive snare strainer,
  • Mapex 45-degree SONIClear bearing edges top & bottom,
  • Chrome shell hardware,
  • REMO heads – coated Ambassador X batter, clear Ambassador snare side.
  • RRP: £379.00

Metallion

Mapex Black Panther 2020 Metallion Snare
  • 14″ x 5.5″, 1.2 mm seamed brass shell,
  • Mapex Sonic Saver hoops,
  • Cylinder-Drive snare strainer,
  • Mapex 45-degree SONIClear bearing edges top & bottom,
  • Chrome shell hardware,
  • REMO heads – coated Ambassador X batter, clear Ambassador snare side.
  • RRP: £329.00

 

Check out all six models and find out our thoughts in the video above!!!

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PAS Honors Don Lombardi With 2020 President’s Industry Award

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PAS Honors Don Lombardi With 2020 President’s Industry Award

Drum Workshop Inc. (DW) is proud to announce founder and president, Don Lombardi has been honored by the Percussive Arts Society (PAS) with their prestigious 2020 President’s Industry Award. The Award recognizes individuals in the Percussion Industry who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in their field and exceptional support of the Society.

From humble beginnings Lombardi became a respected professional drummer and drum teacher opening a school called ‘Drum Workshop’ in Santa Monica, California in 1972. Under his guidance, Drum Workshop evolved to become one of the largest and most influential drum designers and manufacturers in the world. Lombardi’s innovative and pioneering approach to product development has led to more than thirty patents being registered in his name and has proved to be one of the key ingredients in the growth of the brand. His stewardship has seen the DW brand portfolio expand to include the revitalized Gretsch Drums, Latin Percussion and Slingerland. In 2008 Lombardi returned to his educator roots when he established the award winning Drum Channel to share his passion for drumming, further develop drum education and grow the drumming community. More recently he has been instrumental in the founding of Drum Workshop Music Foundation a new charitable organization whose goal is to provide the gift of music to underserved communities worldwide.

The PAS President’s Industry Award acknowledges Don Lombardi’s unique contribution to the world of drums, his outstanding achievements as a music educator plus his fifty years of innovation and commitment to the improvement of drums, pedals and hardware.

Speaking about the award Lombardi said: “I’m honored to be presented with an award from the Percussive Arts Society. Though manufacturing and education may seem like two different endeavors, like PAS I’ve always had a passion for education, and in coming up with inventions my goal has always been to improve the quality of a drummer’s life by designing products that make it easier to play, while also providing new tools to create with.”

Commenting on the award,  Juels Thomas, Education and Events Manager for Drum Workshop and PAS Board Director, said: “We’re absolutely thrilled for Don to receive this much-deserved recognition. Of course everyone at DW knows how important and influential Don is as a pioneer for drumming and education. It’s wonderful to see the whole community also celebrate him for all of his accomplishments so far.”

To find out more please go to dwdrums.com/. Drum Channel, the premier source of drum education on the internet, boasts content from the top names in drumming. To find out more please go to drumchannel.com/

Primas Drums Join Expanding Line-Up of Brands at The UK Drum Show 2021

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Primas Drums Join Expanding Line-Up of Brands at The UK Drum Show 2021

Organisers of The UK Drum Show are thrilled to welcome UK builder, Primas Custom Drums to their event for September 2021.

“Having postponed The UK Drum Show for 2020 due to COVID-19 due to safety concerns regarding public gatherings, we are pleased that the appeal of human interaction at public events continues, albeit, having to keep our very supportive exhibitors and guests waiting 12 months until the show returns on the 25th & 26th of September 2021,” states Neil Golding show organiser.

Plans had already begun with the expansion of The UK Drum Show, following a sell-out event for 2019, with both domestic and international brands heading to this very well attended and supported event. For 2021, there is now a 3rd hall added to event adding further products and education for guests to enjoy.

Primas Drums

“Primas Custom Drums is the product of many years in development of many different skill sets. Firstly and most importantly; playing drums in excess of 20 years in various bands and projects, both live  and in the studio.  This valuable experience teamed with  a background in mechanical engineering, fine wood working and a natural  curiosity  for how things are made, progressed into producing our first drum back in 2015 with great success. Since then, many hours of work, experimentation and testing has enabled us to produce some phenomenal drums. we are now at the point where we are ready to share our creations with the world and give drummers the opportunity to own some of the highest quality drums available” Eddie Hodgkinson – Primas Custom Drums

 

Alesis Announce Strike Amp 8 For Electronic Drummers

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Alesis Announce Strike Amp 8 For Electronic Drummers

Alesis (alesis.com), a world leading manufacturer of electronic drums, have announced their new Strike Amp 8 powered drum amplifier. This latest addition to the Strike Amp Series provides a more compact form factor to the existing Strike Amp 12 while retaining the sonic clarity and punch that drummers demand.

This high-performance electronic drum amplifier has everything a drummer needs to practice alone or perform with others. Don’t be fooled by its small size – the 2000-watt Strike Amp 8 will always play loud and clear, in any space or situation. The heavy-duty 8-inch driver delivers kicks and toms you can feel at your core, while the special high-frequency compression driver serves up the brilliance and snap of your cymbals and snare. The built-in mixer means no-hassle hookup of microphones or other electronic instruments, while the XLR output can be sent to another Strike Amp or recording device to capture your performance. The Strike Amp 8 is a versatile practice tool for the modern electronic drummer.

Strike Amp 8 Key Features:

  • 2000 watts of peak power delivers clarity, punch and more than enough headroom for any performance or practice space
  • Specially-voiced 8-inch woofer and high frequency compression driver deliver your drum sounds with precise, full response across the entire frequency range without any artificial colouration
  • (2) XLR/TRS 1/4-inch combo inputs with independent volume controls and clip indicator
  • XLR output to link another Strike Amp or send your performance to another input device
  • Lightweight and flexible tilt-back cabinet design that can also be pole-mounted
  • Contour EQ switch to control your sound
  • Ground-Lift switch eliminates unwanted noise

The Strike Amp 8 availability is to be confirmed and will ship with an MSRP of £224.99.

About Alesis

Since the 1985 unveiling of the affordable XT Reverb, Alesis (alesis.com) has led the charge to create inventive electronic products that benefit every stage or studio musician. Alesis innovation continues with electronic percussion, keyboards, monitors, recording gear, amplifiers, as well as professional products based on Bluetooth technology and Apple’s iOS platform. Alesis is a proud member of a premier family of brands known as inMusic (inmusicbrands.com).

Ben Barter joins the GEWA G9 Family

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Ben Barter joins the GEWA G9 Family
One of the major players in the game of electronic drumming, Ben Barter, is officially joining the GEWA G9 Family.
Ben is born in New Zealand and based in Los-Angeles, CA. He is touring with one of the hottest electronic music acts of the last years, LORDE and has performed with such acts as Broods, Jarryd James, Michi and Passion Pit. When he is not spending his time performing on stage, he works as a session drummer most notably with LA based producers Tommy English, Jake Munk and Grammy award winning producer Joel Little.
Eric Moore, Ben Barter and Jost Nickel, three of the worlds coolest and most influential artists will hold free workshops to demonstrate the full range of possibilities the GEWA G9 offers.
Ben came visit us last year to learn more about the GEWA G9 and got immediately impressed by the concept and abilities the G9 Workstation offers. We’ve been discussing plenty of ideas. Ben helped to further improve the product with features which are extremely beneficial in the environment of a hybrid setup on tour.
More information about Ben at: Ben Barter Drums
About GEWA MUSIC:
Since 1925, GEWA music has become one of the leading companies in developing/engineering, manufacturing and distributing musical instruments. GEWA provides retailers and other distributors with almost all categories of musical instruments.
GEWA is separated into the following divisions:
GEWA Pianos, GEWA Strings, GEWA Guitars, GEWA Winds, GEWA Drums and the latest, GEWA Electronics. GEWA music is located in Adorf, Saxony, in an area of Germany known as “Silicon-Saxony”. GEWA’s centralised warehouse is located at their headquarters in the heart of Europe, which is where they fulfil the demands of European retailers. GEWA has subsidiaries and offices in almost every European country, as well as in the United States of America and China. GEWA music is a multi-lingual company, which is able to communicate in more than 14 diferent languages.
As well as its joint ventures for manufacturing and distribution in China, GEWA is proud of its workshops in Adorf, Germany, where they produce products such as string bowed instruments and accessories, digital pianos and their most recent addition, digital
drums.

2BOX Speedlight E-Kit – Drummer’s Review

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2BOX Speedlight E-Kit – Drummer’s Review

Here’s our review of a Speedlight Electronic Kit from 2BOX-Drums featuring…

Hardware:

  • Five-piece kit consisting of 10″ snare pad, 3 x 8″ tom pads & bass drum pad,
  • 12″ crash, 13″ hi-hat & 14″ ride cymbal pads,
  • hi-hat stand & rack to house all pads,
  • All necessary cables for connecting pads to module.

Module:

  • DrumIt Three drum module,
  • 4GB sound memory,
  • 44.1 kHz Sample rate with 24 bit digital to analog converters,
  • 15 trigger inputs,
  • 4 main outputs,
  • Line in,
  • Headphone,
  • Midi In/Out,
  • USB for transferring data.

2BOX says…”The Speedlight kit is rugged, and solid. The playing surfaces are very realistic, and as possibly your first or second electronic kit expressive beyond the capabilities of any other drum manufacturer, especially when linked to the DrumIt3 module. The most important part of any electronic drum kit, is the sound source. It is the heart and soul of any kit. You can have a setup with lots of pads, cymbals, bells and whistles and it all looks very impressive. But! And it is a very important But! Unless the sound module can deliver cutting edge technology, with unparalleled sound the whole experience will be very disappointing. With the Speedlight kit you get what is possibly one of the best edrum modules ever designed. Simply compare the specifications of the Di3 module to any other module currently on the market, and you will quickly see it has very few competitors.”

Find out our thoughts in the video above!!!

RRP: £1099.00

www.2box-drums.com

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The PDP New Yorker Gets A Fresh Look

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The PDP New Yorker Gets A Fresh Look

Pacific Drums and Percussion (PDP) announces exciting 2020 updates to the compact, portable and versatile line.  Created especially for the on-the-go drummer, New Yorker Series drums are a recommended choice for students, working drummers and players looking for a simplified set-up that won’t sacrifice sound.

The lightweight PDP New Yorker four piece kit has been re-designed to have an even more compact footprint. New for 2020 is a smaller, 14”x16” bass drum and slightly larger 5”x14” snare drum to go with its 8”x10” mounted tom and the 12”x13” floor tom. The new configuration is ideal for local gigs, rehearsal spaces and home studios.  Also new for 2020 are three new durable laminate finishes: Pale Rose Sparkle, Electric Green Sparkle and Black Onyx Sparkle.

Black Onyx Sparkle

PDP Brand Manager, Rob Dean, comments, “We really wanted to make some fun changes to the series. The 16” kick is a blast to play and can do so many things with different head combos and muffling techniques.  Poplar is a soft wood, so it works well for these smaller sizes.  And when we first showed them at NAMM, we were excited to see the reaction from younger drummers when they saw these cool new finishes.”

Pale Rose

The travel-friendly sets are fitted with low-mass, Teardrop Mini Turret™ lugs , DW True-Pitch™ Tuning, a versatile bass drum mount with auxiliary clamp and Remo® drum heads. A  bass drum lifter is included for optimal pedal placement and beater height.

Designed in California by DW, the kits feature all-poplar wood shell construction with “soft” 45 degree bearing edges that deliver a warm, punchy tonality.

To find out more about the revised PDP New Yorker kit and all the other PDP drums and accessories please go to : www.pacificdrums.com/

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