DRUMANDSTAGE Presents: Sonor artists and associates; plus product reviews and Sonor items for sale!

We examine the very limited reissue of the Sonor HLD 590, compare it to its ancestor and discuss proper cases for different Sonor Signature and other snare drums from over the years. 2025 marks 150 years of Sonor drum manufacturing. Sonor is the longest running, continuous builder of professional drums in the world. To commemorate this unprecedented milestone, Sonor released the HLD 590 with the s...

Quick updates regarding the page and Sonor items for sale.

I am asking everyone in the Sonor community who would like to be involved with contributing to content, to watch this video and consider doing/contributing to Sonor product reviews, Sonor gear run-downs, interviews or whatever else you may have to contribute in the way of Sonor content.

Good Monday morning, Sonor family! Good Sonor content on the schedule for this week, and some updates and general ramblings about our favorite brand! Do you own a Sonor Artist Bronze snare drum? If you would like to send audio/video clips, and/or be interviewed for the upcoming Sonor Artist Bronze Product Review, please email me at drumandstage@gmail.com

We compare three generations of Sonor throw-offs and discuss how they have greatly improved over the years. We also look at the Achille's Heel of the design and how to rehab affected units.

My GC sales guy Paul tipped me off that these had hit the site. My scouring skills need sharpening! In this commentary, I hit on lots of things irrelevant to whether or not you should buy one, and focus the conversation more on asking why the substantial price difference, what else is going to be included from the Kompressor series, and generally voicing my frustration and amusement that I don&#39...

Quick update on things, as usual.

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Items in stock - ready to ship. Custom orders accepted/free estimates. Pricing is USD and does not include shipping (and is subject to change without notice)drumandstage@gmail.com for quotes, availability, etc.(Brand New)14X5 w/trough $32514x6.5 w/trough $335 (HLD 581 or other) 14x8 no trough $345 (For 14X8 150th Anniversary Snares, or snare without parallel action strainers or extended snare gate...

First King Kong Kase customer feedback...No new Sonor Talk episode this weekendWorking on new content

King Kong Kases delivery delayed - Set to arrive todayArtist Bronze - awaiting case - will get re-headed/tuned up and out for some live playing soonSonor Talk - Next Episode Plnned, should have record date soon.

This morning I am mumbling through several topics while drinking a lukewarm warm cup of coffee. Topics Include:King Kong Kases scheduled to land todayArtist Bronze is still in the boxSonor Talk with Mike Starcher goes live tomorrowHiLite Exclusive Stands for sale

Quick Look:Sonor Talk - potential interviewSetting the SQ1s back upArtist Bronze - Still in the bag! Kompressor - Sounds killer, probably keeping itNew Recording Device for better sound quality and portability

I have a batch of freshly built King Kong Kases that should land soon. King Kong Kases is the only case supplier with cases specifically built for Sonor HLD line of drums. King Kong Kases also builds custom cases for ALL applications (lighting, sound, keyboards, etc) and they are built to the customer's specific needs. I have the following case ordered and most have been built and will ship so...

Jason asks if when ordering SQ2s in Medium Birch; should he get the extra deep floor toms like the Sonorlites, HiLites and others had. Here is the UPID code from his configuration after our conversation: 1055932-2What is the advice you would offer, based on your knowledge and experience?

John discusses Angel City Drum Works. He also expresses a strong appreciation for Sonor drums, though they are not part of the day to day operations at the drum shop.

Mark tells us about becoming a drummer at a young age; his first Sonor drum and all about tech-ing Sonor drums on the road with Styx. He wraps up the conversation with a heartfelt commentary about his friend, Todd Sucherman.

Get updates on "Sonor Talk"; plans for upcoming free and paid videos, and more.

This is the video, as promised, of the results of fitting Hella Hoops and a Dual Glide Throw Off. This was not in depth, but admittedly half hearted in the wake of deciding to go with the Artist Bronze as my main snare drum. More detailed and comprehensive product review to come...

I don't know what Sonor may have up their sleeve for the near future, but in my haste to replace my now sold and shipped ProLite Brass, THIS is what I have bought. Big shout out to Tim Davis, and an anonymous person that really helped make it happen.

Update on interviews in the worksResponding to YouTube video criticismUpdate on new snare drum...

Aaron talks about his gear, his love of Sonor drums and the 150th anniversary gear presented at NAMM

The 'crisis averted' comment was intended tongue in cheek. But, I have ordered my next current/remaining in production snare drum. It should be here early next week, and I will reveal it along with my plans for a comprehensive Product Review. Also, interviews are underway with drum techs from 2 major Sonor artists, as well as a regional Sonor endorser. Plenty more to come!

It's Monday morning, and things I am working on include:(apologies for the hacking session-I meant to edit that out!) Drum Tech InterviewsThe search for more Sonor ArtistsThe evolution of the Sonor Strainer and how to repair problemsChoosing a dealerDealer Spotlights (still unsure on this one) My quest for a new snare drum

Arthur talks about his steadfast love for Sonor beginning in 1978. He discusses his drums through the years and the craftsmanship and dedication he witnesses first hand on his visit to the Sonor factory in Germany.