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Learn more about SABIAN cymbals from the professionals
who make them and the artists who master them.

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Gon Bops welcomes the Orestes Vilato Signature Bongos

Since its acquisition by SABIAN in 2010, Gon Bops has remained steadfast in its commitment to preserving founder Mariano Bobadilla's vision and designs, maintaining the brand's distinct identity as a global leader in percussion.

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The Hand Hammerer’s Goal

The process of creating a cymbal is a journey of innovation and creativity that starts with a thick casting and ends with a one-of-a-kind musical instrument.

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SABIAN Cymbals – a Drumeo documentary

In early 2023, Jared Falk and the Drumeo team embarked on a journey to explore the inner workings of SABIAN’s Factory in Meductic, New Brunswick.

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Meet Chris Stankee

As SABIAN’s Director of Artist & Public Relations, Chris Stankee leads the charge in shaping and nurturing the company's artist program on a worldwide scale.

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Cameron Leach Q&A

Artist/Educator Cameron Leach joins Mark Reynolds, SABIAN’s National Director of Sales & Education, to discuss his progression from drum set all the way to Principal Percussionist of the Columbus Symphony Orchestra, on his first visit to the SABIAN factory in Meductic.

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Tempering in the Oven Room

SABIAN’S process of cymbal making is a meticulous and intricate one, with each step calculated to produce the best possible sound.

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SABIAN artists talk STRATUS

SABIAN announced the STRATUS series last November. With a full range of frequency and sonic versatility, this exciting new line of cymbals features clear articulation, a warm wash and musical spread.

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Jeff Hamilton Q&A

Born in Richmond, Indiana, Jeff Hamilton grew up listening to his parents’ big band records and at the age of eight began playing drums along with Oscar Peterson albums.

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Inside Gon Bops’ Percussion Loft

Since 2020, Gon Bops' Percussion Loft has shared in-depth conversations with some of the most talented drummers and percussionists in the world.

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Demystifying the Texas Percussion Program

SABIAN shared a round table session with special guests Clay Jasper, Max Mullinix, and Bryan Waites joining Mark Reynolds, SABIAN’s National Director of Sales & Education

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Gerald French Q&A

Gerald French's name is synonymous with New Orleans Traditional Jazz, a genre that he’s been immersed in from an early age.

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Take Your Sound to New Heights with STRATUS

November saw the launch of STRATUS, a professional quality series designed for modern drummers.

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