Monthly Archives: February 2013

February 28, 2013

JUST IN: Sabian Hoop Crasher

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It’s finally here!

This is a product we’ve been anxiously awaiting ever since we were introduced to it by master drummer Jojo Mayer at NAMM 2013. The Hoop Crasher sits on any 14″ snare, adding a thick, effected sound to your backbeats. In these digital days, a simple one-layer snare drum sound has always left something to be desired for drummers into fusion sounds such as drum n’ bass, and other electronically-oriented dance music genres. And while using triggers or any other means of digital enhancement has always been an option, it too left something to be desired for those of us that would much rather hear an organic sound than electronic. That’s exactly where the Hoop Crasher saves the day. Whether you are using it mic’d or not, it adds a thick layer of effected sizzle and white noise that requires no digital or electronic assistance to distort, thus sounding truer to the acoustic dynamics of your drums.

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The Hoop Crasher was voted Best in Show at NAMM 2013 by Rhythm Trader’s owner Brad Boynton and others.

This concept has been in the making for awhile now, and players have stacked everything from tambourines to cracked splashes and china cymbals on top of their snare drums to achieve a similar layered, distorted sound. But never before has anything came close to the simplicity, adjustability, and quality of sound that Sabian’s Hoop Crasher serves up. Find out more and hear it for yourself on our Hoop Crasher product page.

February 27, 2013

JUST IN: JCR Bells

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JCR: The epitome of Latin and Salsa bells.

We are once again fully stocked on all JCR bells! Those of you in Latin and Samba music scenes should know that these hand-made bells are as good as gold, and we can never keep them around for long. JCR bells leave all of their mass-produced counterparts in the dust with their perfectly warm and rich tones, and that’s why they are played by more professionals than any other bells in the world! One of our personal favorites is the low pitched Bongo Bell. It sounds like it was “The Bell” that was used on many classic Salsa recordings. Which makes perfect sense, considering a lot of those New York recordings were created not far where JCR bells are made in the Bronx. We visited that JCR factory not long ago, and met with veteran bell maker Cali Rivera and his team of craftsmen. Check out photos from the trip here

February 22, 2013

Product Review: Mapex Black Panther Snare Drums

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14 to choose from, each designed to PERFECTION (click above to hear)

Every drummer deserves a snare drum that they absolutely love. Its easily the most important element in any drum set, and if you haven’t found your dream snare yet, LISTEN UP! Mapex has worked closely with their drum design team and a panel of international Mapex Artists to craft a line of hand-built, hand-finished premium snare drums that are each the product of decades of expertise. Whatever sound you’re looking for, you can find a perfect match in one of their fourteen pristine models. Whether you want the dark, dry, sensitive sound of the 6-ply Maple Fastback or the bright, open, loud sound of the 1mm Steel-bodied Machete, they have a snare drum that will make you say “Oh yeah, that’s the one!”. We’ve already sold through a bunch, and everyone agrees that these snares are sonically, and stylistically, some of the finest ever made! Give them a look (and a listen) on our Black Panther Snare Drums product pages, and discover your dream snare today!

February 11, 2013

JUST IN: Roc-N-Soc Thrones

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The most comfortable thrones in the world!

We’re once again fully stocked on all colors and styles of the famous Roc-N-Soc thrones. In case you didn’t know, a Roc-N-Soc throne is truly a treat of a seat, and can make a world of difference in your posture and playing. Back and butt pains will be a thing of the past when you have one of these, and you’ll look forward to sitting behind your kit even more! Find out more or pick one up on our Roc-N-Soc product page.

February 6, 2013

NAMM 2013: More NAMM 2013 Photo Gallery

We’ve saved the best for last with our “More NAMM 2013” photo gallery, just posted on our Rhythm Traders Galleries Site. In this gallery you’ll find our best pictures from brands like Aquarian, Bosphorus, Canopus, C&C, Craviatto, De Gregorio, Gibraltar, Mapex, Offworld, Paiste, Peace, Pork Pie, Remo, Roland, Sabian, SJC Drums, Truth Drums, and more. Click the photo below to launch the gallery!

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February 1, 2013

NAMM 2013: LP & Toca Photo Gallery

LP & Toca had several new products at this year’s NAMM Show including the new LP Jamjuree Wood Congas and Bongos, LP Durian Wood Congas and Bongos, the Toca Triple Conga Cajon, Toca Colorsound Djembes, and more. We’ve just added a full gallery of photos to our Rhythm Traders Galleries Site. Click the photo below to launch the gallery!

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