Yamaha Talks Up New Hex Rack System
February 27, 2008 in Gear, News by Dave Kropf
Falling somewhere in between Gibraltar’s round rack system and Pearl’s square rack system, Yamaha announced an hexagonal rack system at the Winter NAMM 2008. Yamaha claims the design provides “superior strength,” and “delivers a reliable, strong, easy-to-use and visually stunning rack in one innovative package.” A few NAMM pics are floating around the internet.

The model numbers are also popping up on music retail sites. Here are all the details from the Yammy press release:
ANAHEIM, Calif. — Every now and again, a new product begs the question, “Why didn’t anyone think of that before?” With the introduction of the new Hex Rack System™ at Winter NAMM 2008, Yamaha Drums will undoubtedly be hearing that query frequently. Read the rest of this entry →


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