2020 NAMM HIGHLIGHTS: DRUMS
For the best in new gear for the new year, look no further than our coverage of winter NAMM 2020, direct from the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California! We've got boots on the ground busy getting our pick of all of the year’s biggest releases, so shop these new NAMM nabs for the freshest from all your favorite manufacturers.
New from A&F Drum Co.
A&F HARDWARE
After much talk, A&F finally branches out into hardware with a gorgeous new nickel line of cymbal stands, snare stands, and more.
ALUMINUM SNARES
Expanding their line of metal shelled snares, A&F debuts the raw aluminum series.
Inspired by the Italian luxury yacht builder Reva, A&F’s “The Chandler” is a Teak/Maple line of drum kits finished in raw brass and a beautiful, deep blue finish.
MEINL IS BACK!
New two-finish models and custom series.
Meinl expands the Byzance Dual Series with new, two-finish models for even more sonic potential.
You asked, Meinl listened. The new, thinner Meinl Pure Alloy Custom Series is here!
DREAM ABOUT
DREAM CYMBALS
Dream Cymbals have the new and innovative discs you crave!
Dream Cymbals’ new odd-sized Eclipse series features dual playing zones that you can see–and hear.
Ludwig 2020 New Releases
RETURN OF SPEED KING
Back to much acclaim, the Ludwig Speed King Bass Drum Pedal is one of history’s most celebrated pieces of hardware.
Ludwig updates their legendary Speed pedals and creates the Speed Flyer, designed for contemporary players.
CLASSIC OAK SERIES
Ludwig introduces new configurations and finishes to their Classic Oak series of oak/maple crossover shell drum kits.
QUESTLOVE BREAKBEAT NEW FINISH
Questlove’s popular portable kit, the Ludwig Breakbeats, gets a stylin’ new Sahara Swirl finish.
MORE NEW RELEASES
Ludwig adds two new finishes to their a la carte Outfitter custom kit program: Diablo Red and Vintage Bronze Mist. The famed Black Beauty snares are now available in 8-lug configurations for enhanced response and sustain. The Copperphonic snares cop a new look with a slick Pewter finish, providing just a touch more sustain than previous models.
FIND GREAT GEAR WITH US
Contact us for special deals, or to learn more about 2020 NAMM new releases available at Chicago Music Exchange.
CALL US NOW!New Releases from Tama Drums
TAMA CLUB JAM FLYER
One of the smallest compact kits on the market, the Tama Club Jam Flyer is small but mighty.
NEW FINISHES
Tama's pioneering thin shell line, the Starclassic, gets two new finishes: Blue & White Oyster for Maple, and Turquoise Pearl for the Birch/Walnut series.
NEW CRAVIOTTOS...
We've got two new Craviottos headed our way!
Keep your eyes peeled for a 6.5x14 Walnut Satin shell snare with Walnut inlay...
...ON THE WAY!
... and this 6.5x14 Ash shell snare finished in Black Cherry Satin.
New from Sabian
CYMBAL EXPANSION
Sabian expands its three most popular lines, adding new models to the AAX, HHX, and FRX series.
New and improved, these models are up for pre-order now, check out what else Sabian has to offer!
SONOR 2020 NEW RELEASES
SONOR VINTAGE NEW FINISHES
Sonor expands the finish options for their Vintage Series of drums, adding new California Blue.
Bringing exceptional new looks to these exceptional new kits!
NEW SIGNATURE SNARES
Benny Greb is back with two new 5.75X13 signature snares, available in beech or brass.
PACIFIC DRUMS & PERCUSSION
PDP introduces new finishes to the New Yorker and Concept Maple series, Twisted Ivory and Pale Rose Sparkle.
GRETSCH DRUMS 2020
SPECIAL EDITIONS
Gretsch expands the popular Catalina series with the Special Edition Catalina Walnut Burst, a compact kit with glossy Walnut Burst finish and wood hoops.
NEW BROOKLYN FINISHES
Gretsch introduces a new finish to the Brooklyn series: Blue Burst Pearl.
Each drum in the Limited Edition USA Custom River Cypress series features a veneer made from wood believed to have been submerged for anywhere from 60 to 150 years in the Pee Dee River Basin in South Carolina, just 120 miles from Gretsch's Ridgeland facility.
MORE NEW RELEASES FROM GRETSCH
Gretsch's USA Custom Limited Edition Black Copper Snare Drums feature black powder coat finish for a drier tone that's still warm, articulate, and cutting.
Designed in collaboration with instructor and clinician Mike Johnston, the Brooklyn Standard Snare Drum features the 6-ply maple/poplar Brooklyn shell and a mix of old-school and contemporary components for a vintage-meets-modern experience.
Featured on our CDE Exclusive Brooklyn Series kit, Gretsch's Heritage Build finish is now available on both USA Custom and Broadkaster series kits.
THE GOODS FROM
Q DRUM CO.
Q Drum Co. is unstoppable.
Their snares just fly off our shelves. Good thing we’ve got two new 6x14 32oz. Brass & Copper models on the way, brazed and beaded with wood reinforcement rings and matching single flange hoops.
MORE FROM
Q DRUM CO.
How about a new Q kit to match our snares?
These beautiful 13/16/24 shells are 100% brushed Stainless Steel.
DW DRUMS 2020 NEW RELEASES
TRUE CAST BRONZE SNARES
Brass on brass on brass! DW's new True Cast Bell Bronze snare offers an incredibly responsive, sonorous experience that's unlike any bell brass snare that's come before, sonically and visually.
COLLECTOR'S & SANTA MONICA SERIES
DW adds a shining new wrap finish to the Collector's Series: Rose Copper FinishPly. With a veneer made from exotic wood and brass, DW's Private Reserve Exotic Pinstripe kit is one of their most striking yet. DW revisits original designs dating back to 1972 in the Santa Monica Series.
