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Sabian Buries 100 Cymbals in Hopes the “Legend” is True

January 18, 2009 in Gear, News, Tips/Hints/DIY by Carter

Interesting story from the good folks at Sabian Cymbals. I’ve always heard of guys burying ride cymbals for six months in their backyards for the purposes of drying them out. My first teacher did it. His Zildjian K Custom Medium Ride is a dry as they come. Sounds great! Looks like Sabian is trying their hand at it with their “One of 100″ project. Feels a touch gimmicky to me, but I’d be interested in hearing what they sound like.

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NAMM COVERAGE: Pearl Releases Demon Drive Pedal

January 18, 2009 in Events, Gear, News by Carter

With Winter NAMM 2009 (National Association of Music Merchants) happening this month in Anaheim, CA, we can expect drum and cymbal companies releasing loads of new products. Pearl got into the game with their release of the new Demon Drive Pedal. Check out the video on Pearl’s website. Almost has me convinced to drop the cash on it.

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