Product Showcase – June 2024

Latin Percussion
Latin Percussion Celebrates Diamond Anniversary with The Launch of Limited Edition 60th Congas, Bongos, Timbales and Cajon

Sixty years ago it began with a simple set of bongos! Martin Cohen, founder of Latin Percussion (LP), fell in love with the infectious nature of Latin-Jazz and when he could not find any bongos, he decided to make some – the traditional way, and LP was born. Building on the company’s legacy of authenticity, innovation, and quality, LP are delighted to launch the 60th Anniversary Congas, Bongos, Timbales and Cajon.

The limited-edition set of 60th Anniversary Congas are constructed of fiberglass to pay tribute to LP’s original drums and Top-Tuning Comfort Curve II rims representing the company’s latest evolution in conga technology. The set consists of an 11” Quinto, 11 ¾” Conga and a 12 ½” Tumba. Each drum shell is hand-painted with Roasted Hazel finish ensuring each drum is unique. They are emblazoned with a commemorative LP60 badge and complemented by select black, rawhide heads, and Rustic Bronze-plated hardware. When played they produce a deep resonant bass with cutting highs.

Made to match the 60th Anniversary Congas, the limited-edition 60th Anniversary Bongos (LP200XF-60) are built using Kevlar reinforced fibreglass, feature Comfort Curve II rims, and 5/16” tension rods, have a hand-painted, Roasted Hazel finish with black, rawhide heads, and Rustic Bronze-plated hardware. The pair of 7-¼” and 8-5/8” drums offer a crisp and resonant tone.

The 60th Anniversary Groove Cajon (LP1427-60) is also made to coordinate with the 60th Anniversary Congas with its hand-painted Roasted Hazel finish and Rustic Bronze soundboard finish. Measuring 18-½” by 11” by 10-¼” it is crafted from hand-selected Baltic Birch and features rounded corners for comfortable play. Its distinctive bright, punchy sound has a strong attack and fast decay.

Also produced for this diamond celebration are the matching 60th Anniversary Timbales (LP1415-60). The 14” and 15” steel shell drums feature rolled out bottoms, a tribute to LP’s original drums, and the latest Top-Tuning Comfort Curve II rims The shells are finished in Antique Bronze with Rustic Bronze hardware giving the timbales a retro feel with a modern twist.

To find out more about the LP 60th Anniversary products and events, please go to lpmusic.com/.

Latin Percussion Launches 60th Anniversary ‘Dandy’ Rodriguez Bongos

Latin Percussion (LP) continues to celebrate sixty amazing years of being the world’s most-loved percussion brand with the launch of 60th Anniversary ‘Dandy’ Bongos. See Johnny ‘Dandy’ Rodriguez jr. talking about Latin Percussion and his bongos at youtu.be/brVS6OxkOsc and playing them here youtu.be/r7JcHWNgKew.

Johnny ‘Dandy’ Rodriguez jr. is a percussion icon whose association with LP goes back to the very founding of the company. He is a world-renowned, pioneering bongocero, who has played with the greatest including more than 30 years with the Tito Puente Orchestra. Dandy is an inspiring and influential bongo player and LP is honored that he has played our percussion for over half a century.

The limited-edition Zebra Wood 60th Anniversary ‘Dandy’ Bongos are a tribute to this masterful musician and the Zebra bongos LP made in the 1970s. LP worked with legendary DW ‘wood whisperer’, John Good, to source the exotic Zebra Wood. The single-ply stave shells of the drums are fitted with a 7-¼“ and 9” rawhide heads and chrome-plated traditional hardware with Cuban-style buttons. Limited to 200 sets worldwide, each set is signed and numbered by Dandy making them truly collectible.

Commenting on these 60th Anniversary ‘Dandy’ Bongos, Dandy said “I have been honored to be a part of LP for over sixty years as I actually met Martin Cohen before he had officially started the business and was coming around to the clubs with his early prototypes of bongos.  I am amazed at what LP has become and am proud to be part of the sixtieth anniversary with these limited Zebra Wood bongos. Felicidades LP!”

To find out more about the LP 60th Anniversary products and events, please visit lpmusic.com/.

Launches 60th Anniversary Cabasa and Vibra-Slap III to commemorate sixty amazing years Latin Percussion (LP) expands its much-loved percussion range with the addition of the 60th Anniversary Afuche / Cabasa and newly updated Vibra-Slap III.

The LP Vibra-Slap was the first patent granted to the company some sixty years ago and the sharp rattling sound it produces has appeared in more recordings, soundtracks and advertisements than any other sound effect ever made. The updated Vibra-Slap III (LP208X) is made using LP’s proprietary Jenigor, a nearly unbreakable plastic which has been used in Jam Blocks for decades. The latest version features a new ‘Strike Zone’ which allows the instrument to be played by hand or drumstick. The Vibra-Slap Mount (LP444N) is available separately.  

LP’s second patent, the Afuche / Casaba has become an indispensable percussion instrument. This original instrument is made by wrapping a steel bead chain around a specially textured, stainless-steel cylinder to produce a multitude of scraping rhythmic patterns. The 60th Anniversary Afuche / Cabasa(LP234-60) is black emblazoned with the red LP60 logo.

To find out more about the LP 60th Anniversary events and products, please go to lpmusic.com/.

Pacific Drums and Percussion (PDP)
New Concept Series Hardware for PDP’s  25th Anniversary

Pacific Drums and Percussion (PDP) celebrates its 25th Anniversary with the addition of new Concept Series 5-Piece Hardware Pack, a 300 Series 4-Piece Hardware Pack and 12” Round-Top Throne and an 800 Series Medium-Weight Concert Snare Stand.

Founded in 1999 by Drum Workshop Inc. (DW), the PDP brand provides high-quality, boutique-inspired, player-friendly drums, pedals, and hardware. Since its inception, the accessible brand has expanded to include the award-winning Concept Series drums, hardware, and accessories.

Designed in California by DW, the versatile, tour-ready PDP Concept Series 5-Piece Hardware Pack is a heavy-duty setup featuring lightweight, composite memory locks, heavyweight tubing, double-braced legs, and oversized anti-slip rubber feet. The 3-legged hi-hat stand has a Quick-Release hi-hat clutch and lateral cymbal seat adjustment for dialing in hi-hat cymbal angles and contact. The two cymbal boom stands are fitted with Leverage Ratchet Handles™ with ½” boom arms and a QuickGrip™ clamp system. The snare stand includes a ball-and-socket basket adjustment the pedal is a dual-chain single bass drum pedal.

The new PDP 300 Series 4-Piece Hardware Pack and PDP 300 Series 12” Round-Top Throne offer a lightweight and durable hardware option for drummers. The double-braced hardware setup includes a 3-legged hi-hat stand, chain-driven single bass drum pedal, straight cymbal stand, and a lightweight snare stand. The streamlined, lightweight, and durable throne has a padded top with an X-brace and single-braced legs. All feature anti-slip feet.

The 800 Series Medium-Weight Concert Snare Stand is a double-braced unit designed for stable orchestral performance and easy mobility. Designed by DW in California, it features a Glide-Tilter™ basket adjustment, lightweight composite memory locks, low profile double-braced legs, and anti-slip feet.

To find out more about the all the new hardware and all the other PDP drums and accessories, visit www.pacificdrums.com/ or look for #TeamPacficDrums on social channels.

PDP Celebrates 25th Anniversary with Three New Concept Series Snare Drums

Pacific Drums and Percussion (PDP) celebrates its 25th Anniversary with the addition of three new snares to its award-winning Concept Series. New to the series are the Natural Satin Brushed Aluminum, Brass, and Copper snare drums.

The PDP brand was founded in 1999 by Drum Workshop Inc. (DW) to provide boutique-inspired, player-friendly drums, pedals, and hardware with best-in-class build-quality to more drummers around the world. Since its inception, the accessible brand has expanded to include the award-winning Concept Series drums, hardware, and accessories.

Each of the new, highly responsive, 6.5×14” Concept Series snares have a rolled and double-beaded 1.2mm shell. They are fitted with chrome hardware which includes PDP’s stylish dual turrets lugs and DW’s high-end MAG throw-off™, True-Pitch™ tension rods, and Remo drumheads. The classy brushed exterior gives a vintage-style satin appearance that looks great under stage lights.

The light-weight Natural Satin Brushed Aluminum snare offers a unique sonic experience with its round attack, sparkling treble, and dry resonance. The louder Natural Satin Brushed Brass snare produces a heavier, fatter attack, with a bright, sharp crack and mellow overtones. The Natural Satin Brushed Copper snare offers a cleaner, darker sound, which has plenty of low-end emphasis and an organic warmth.

To find out more about the new Natural Satin Brushed Concept Series snare drums and all the other PDP drums and accessories, visit www.pacificdrums.com/ or look for #TeamPacficDrums on social channels.

SABIAN
SABIAN Introduces 22” HHX BFMWORLD Ride

SABIAN is proud to announce the release of the 22” HHX BFM World Ride cymbal.

Developed in collaboration with Brian Frasier-Moore and the artisans at SABIAN, the 22” HHX BFMWORLD Ride is a medium weight ride cymbal with a large, clear, cutting bell. Its proprietary HHX Tone Control hammering creates large, deep hammer marks that result in its stunning visual appearance and amazing tone.

“The design of my Signature ride is catered to those that love a crystal-clear bell and a multi-purpose surface,” said Frasier-Moore. “The surface is washable as well as articulate, while the jumbo hammer does something really special to the tone.”

The BFMWORLD Ride incorporates a sound control edge, which lowers the profile of the cymbal and adds crash-ability, resulting in a ride with clear presence and attack. This feature allows you to crash the cymbal and immediately return to playing the bow without losing a note.

“This part of the design is a nod to Chester Thompson, whose Signature Liquid Ride has always been a favorite of mine,” Frasier- Moore said. “With the edges turned up a bit, it gives you control when you’re laying into the ride. Growing up playing in church I remember my ride always being multi-purpose. 30 years later, nothing’s changed!”

The SABIAN 22” HHX BFM World Ride is shipping now.

For additional information visit: https://sabian.com/product/122xbfm-22-inch-hhx-bfm-world-ride/