marching BROCHURE 2012 "HTS 800 has the most volume, the best “Royal Marines musicians are regarded as the snare response and the best sound and most versatile in the military musical world. The balance of any pipe band snare drum. Corps of Drums receive a thorough training and As for the bass and tenor sound...WOW! pride themselves on maintaining the highest Premier drums have outstanding clarity standards of drill, bugling and drumming. Their and are so easy to set up." glittering presence at the front of all Royal Stephen Creighton Marines Bands on the march gives the bands St.Laurence O’Toole Pipe Band an impact that is second to none.” www.royalmarinesbands.co.uk
“Premier HTS and Professional Series are great sounding drums that are easy to set well. We know Premier drums are the loudest and clearest on the field; some others can produce a good bright sound, but nowhere near the same clarity, volume or projection.” Keith Orr Field Marshal Montgomery Pipe Band
"The tuning and maintenance required of Premier HTS 800 and Professional "Why do I play Premier? Easy, the Series is minimal and the drums are unmatched pipe band snare sound. very easy to set up. I would have no And for me, it comes down to four hesitation in recommending Premier main components: Pitch, Clarity, products to all pipe band drummers and Snare Response and Projection. drum corps." Another drum may give you a Mick O’Neill couple of those components but Fife Constabulary Pipe Band not all four. The Premier HTS 800 is the complete package." Graham Brown Peel Regional Police Pipe Band
"The Revolution Series drums set a new benchmark in sound and build quality and will surely consolidate Premier’s position as the leading designer and manufacturer of marching drums." James Moore Kidsgrove Scouts Drum & Bugle Corps
2 THE GLORIOUS PAST
Across the globe marching music is a profession, a family, a history, a tradition and passion. As a marching musician you carry the memory of those that went before you and inspire those who will follow in your footsteps. Premier is very proud to be an integral part of marching activities all across the globe. Long considered the world’s leader and innovator in the manufacture of marching drums Premier continues to push the boundaries of design and has inspired many to emulate the look and sound of its unique musical instruments. world-class performers and beginners alike constantly provide the challenges that keep the company reaching to new heights. Premier strives to consistently produce the world’s finest instruments to the world’s most demanding musicians.
Since 1922 Premier’s innovations continue to be at the leading edge in design and quality, pioneering many aspects of marching drum design including:
¢ High-tension tuning ¢ Truly free-floating shells for snare, tenor and bass ¢ Weight-saving construction ¢ Fundamental tuning ability ¢ Parallel action snare throw-off ¢ Superior projection and articulation ¢ Kevlar drumheads
Premier began making marching drums early in its history and continues to this day to define the look and sound that others follow. During the 1980s British military corps took the Premier sound to America and sparked a revolution in drum design that many imitate. Premier has always counted the finest marching performers and educators among its endorsing artists and continues to build on this into the future. A BRIGHT FUTURE
With dealers in over 80 countries stocking Premier products, drummers around the world have greater access than ever to these great instruments. To locate your nearest dealer visit the official Premier website at marching.premier-percussion.com.
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SPARE PARTS
Premier’s ongoing commitment to worldwide customer service has led to an innovative spare parts solution through marching.premier-percussion.com.
Every product page within the website features a ‘Spare Parts tab’. Within this every spare part is listed in the form of a clear line drawing. Clicking on the chosen spare part presents detailed information including stock code and quantity per pack.
All spare parts are readily available and can be ordered via Premier’s international distributor and dealer network ensuring that your Premier product can be serviced and maintained for years to come.
3 HTS SERIES HIGH-TENSION SNARE DRUMS
0800EBO-C
0800TX-C
0800AXBF-C
0800SL
HTS SERIES 0800-C 14" x 12" HTS 800 in Diamond Chrome 0800 14" x 12" HTS 800 0400 14" x 7" HTS 400
0400SL 4 Ebony Black Lacquer (EBC)
Ivory White Lacquer (IWC)
Flame Red Lacquer (RC)
Sapphire Lacquer (SL)
KINETIC ENGINEERING The bloodlines of the HTS 800 and HTS 400 the benchmark for chrome plating musical ¢ Die-cast, polished aluminium hoops with can be traced back across the decades instruments. The HTS 800 in Diamond ‘Blasted Chrome’ down tubes with an impeccable championship winning Chrome firmly asserts itself as Premier's ¢ Diamond Chrome option pedigree and a spirit that harkens back flagship instrument and the pinnacle of pipe hundreds of years. To create the latest band snare drum design and performance. ¢ 6mm 6-ply solid birch shell incarnation of the HTS pipe band drum ¢ Internally lacquered free floating shell Premier has taken the proven DNA of All HTS instruments are fitted with for increased response and warm tone its predecessors and engineered further Cybermax batter heads by Remo USA. improvement in operation, performance Designed to perform at incredibly high ¢ Precision bearing edges for enhanced and design and once again achieved new tension, Cybermax offers exceptional projection and clarity standards in sound and build quality. No strength, responsiveness, precision and ¢ Tension bolts feature unique anti-friction other pipe band drum delivers the dynamic stability thanks to the unique 'Duralock' coating to prevent binding clarity, precise articulation, clear projection technology and state-of-the-art Aramid and full tone of the HTS 800 and HTS 400 fibre material. Cybermax feels great to play ¢ Elegant snare mechanisms giving that in your hands are proud additions to and is incredibly responsive; no matter how smooth and positive feel the family and will carry the Premier name high the tension is set, providing superior ¢ Fit of batter and suspension hoops gives and the names of future champions to sound distinguished by a crisp, clear attack. optimal range without compromising victory for years to come. Because of the extraordinary properties of projection and volume Cybermax it is capable of a wide range of Hand in hand with the engineering dynamic performance from the subtlest to ¢ Cybermax batter head by Remo USA improvements to the HTS 800 comes the the loudest parts. Cybermax is designed to • ¢ A range of premium sparkle and lacquer exciting option to offer the drum with perform equally well indoors or outdoors, finishes are available upon request Premier's distinctive Diamond Chrome and in solo or ensemble playing. fittings. Diamond Chrome features an unrivalled brilliant finish combined with extreme durability and since the '60s has set
5 PROFESSIONAL SERIES TENOR DRUMS | BASS DRUMS
398816SL
396614SL
PROFESSIONAL SERIES BASS DRUMS PROFESSIONAL SERIES TENOR DRUMS 398612 26" x 12" Professional Series Bass Drum 396412 14" x 12" Professional Series Tenor Drum 398614 26” x 14” Professional Series Bass Drum 396512 15" x 12" Professional Series Tenor Drum 398812 28" x 12" Professional Series Bass Drum 396612 16" x 12" Professional Series Tenor Drum 398814 28" x 14" Professional Series Bass Drum 396614 16" x 14" Professional Series Tenor Drum 398816 28" x 16" Professional Series Bass Drum 396814 18" x 14" Professional Series Tenor Drum 398818 28" x 18" Professional Series Bass Drum 397014 20" x 14" Professional Series Tenor Drum 399016 30" x 16" Professional Series Bass Drum 397214 22" x 14" Professional Series Tenor Drum 397414 24" x 14" Professional Series Tenor Drum
6 Ebony Black Lacquer (EBC)
Ivory White Lacquer (IWC)
Flame Red Lacquer (RC)
Sapphire Lacquer (SL)
FUNDAMENTALLY YOURS
Premier's Professional Series pipe band ¢ Tenors Drums: 5.5mm, 7-ply birch shell tenor and bass drums have become the first Bass Drums: 4mm, 2-ply birch shell choice for many leading corps such as Field with 5mm support hoops Marshal Montgomery, Fife Constabulary, ¢ Weather resistant design is ideal for Peel Regional Police and St Laurence outdoor performance O'Toole. ¢ The turnbuckle tensioning for quick and The truly free-floating shell allows easy, pitch-perfect tuning unrestricted resonance and beautiful ¢ Drumheads by Premier tone, while the turnbuckle tension system provides quick and easy pitch-perfect tuning. ¢ Silver powder-coated turnbuckles The unique sound and breadth of voicing ¢ Free-floating shells allow unrestricted provides the limitless musical arrangement resonance that has revolutionised the sound of the modern pipe band. ¢ Wooden counter hoops promote the free, open sound ¢ A range of premium sparkle and lacquer finishes are available upon request
7 REVOLUTION SERIES MARCHING SNARE DRUMS
38214EBC-C
38214EBC
REVOLUTION SERIES MARCHING SNARE DRUMS 14” x 12” Revolution Series 38214-C Marching Snare Drum in Diamond Chrome 14" x 12" Revolution Series 38214 Marching Snare Drum 14" x 7" Revolution Series 38207 Indoor Marching Snare Drum 38207EBC
8 Ebony Black Lacquer (EBC)
Ivory White Lacquer (IWC)
Flame Red Lacquer (RC)
Sapphire Lacquer (SL)
DEMANDING PERFORMANCE
These two words have powerful meaning ¢ 6mm, 6-ply free-floating lacquered in the context of contemporary marching birch shell arts: ‘Demand’ means many hours of ¢ Diamond Chrome option rehearsal to perfect a few moments of music and movement; it means dedication, ¢ Standardised suspension ring to commitment and physical endurance from accommodate proper seating of all player and instrument. ‘Performance’ means manufacturers’ drumheads passion, communication and faultless ¢ Reduced depth design specifically consistency in everything you do. You engineered for indoor drumline and demand performance from your instrument student applications and because Premier understands these concepts we can help you reach for your ¢ Die-cast aluminium polished hoops goals and be the very best that you can be. ¢ 'Blasted Chrome' aluminium down tubes Premier pioneered the development of ¢ Tension bolts feature unique anti-friction high-tension marching drums back in the coating to prevent binding 1980s and the new Revolution Series ¢ State of the art throw-off design marching drums bring these proven featuring “B.S.A.” Bilateral Snare concepts right up to date. Introducing a Adjustment Technology (patent pending) host of exclusive features that have been engineered specifically to meet the demands ¢ Cybermax batter head by Remo USA of modern marching percussion ensembles, ¢ A range of premium sparkle and lacquer the Revolution Series provides unparalleled finishes are available upon request performance and functionality together with improved durability and stylish presence on or off the field.
9 REVOLUTION SERIES MULTI-TENORS | SINGLE TENOR DRUMS
383103EBC | 38106EBC
REVOLUTION SERIES MULTI-TENORS 38101 8", 10", 12", 13" Revolution Series Multi-Tenor Set 38102 8", 10", 12", 14" Revolution Series Multi-Tenor Set 38103 10", 12", 13", 14" Revolution Series Multi-Tenor Set 38106 6” Revolution Series Multi-Tenor Shot Drum 38108 8” Revolution Series Multi-Tenor Shot Drum
38314RC
REVOLUTION SERIES SINGLE TENOR DRUMS 38314 14" x 12" Revolution Series Tenor Drum 38315 15" x 12" Revolution Series Tenor Drum 38316 16" x 12" Revolution Series Tenor Drum 38318 18” x 12" Revolution Series Tenor Drum 38316EBC
10 Ebony Black Lacquer (EBC)
Ivory White Lacquer (IWC)
Flame Red Lacquer (RC)
Sapphire Lacquer (SL)
REVOLUTIONARY TIMES
MULTI-TENORS SINGLE TENOR DRUMS ¢ 8mm, 8-ply solid birch shell To achieve the high-tuning required by The Revolution Series single tenor drums ¢ Tension Diffusion Technology (TDT) the modern ensemble, Revolution Series utilise Premier’s unique TDT technology. multi-tenors feature TDT technology that The low mass, low contact tension lug ¢ 'Blasted Chrome' lugs diffuses the lug tension over a greater area. design provides minimal shell contact and ¢ Drumheads by Remo Reduction in focused tension relieves stress greater resonance, allowing the shell to to both lug and drum. speak clearly. The innovative design diffuses ¢ A range of premium sparkle and lacquer focused tension over a greater area, relieves finishes are available upon request For a noticeable weight reduction and stress to both lug and shell and reduces the increased strength to the shell, the overall weight of the instrument. composite reinforcing rings are unique to Revolution Series multi-tenors. Available in a good range of sizes, Revolution Series single tenors offer a flexible tuning range and contemporary look for your tenor section. Perfect in a wide range of applications including pipe band, marching band, or street band; the only restriction is your creativity.
11 REVOLUTION SERIES MARCHING BASS DRUMS | 36" MARCHING BASS DRUM | PIPE BAND BASS DRUM
Ebony Black Lacquer (EBC)
Ivory White Lacquer (IWC)
Flame Red Lacquer (RC)
Sapphire Lacquer (SL)
38424EBC
REVOLUTION SERIES MARCHING BASS DRUMS REVOLUTION SERIES MARCHING BASS DRUMS 38414 14” x 14” Revolution Series Bass Drum 38424 24” x 14” Revolution Series Bass Drum 38416 16” x 14” Revolution Series Bass Drum 38426 26” x 14” Revolution Series Bass Drum 38418 18” x 14” Revolution Series Bass Drum 38428 28” x 14” Revolution Series Bass Drum 38420 20” x 14” Revolution Series Bass Drum 38630 30” x 16” Revolution Series Bass Drum 38422 22” x 14” Revolution Series Bass Drum 38632 32” x 16” Revolution Series Bass Drum
RESONANT VOICE MARCHING BASS DRUMS diffuses focused tension over a greater MARCHING BASS DRUMS Revolution Series marching bass drums area, relieving stress to both bracket and ¢ 4mm, 2-ply birch shell with 4.8mm offer a unique sound, contemporary look shell, and reducing the overall weight of the reinforcing ring and weight saving features without any instrument. The low-contact ‘bridge’ design compromise in build quality. Drum corps, allows the exceptionally crafted 100% ¢ Gloss lacquered shell, internally marching bands and percussion ensembles birch shell to speak clearly with unmatched lacquered around the world should settle for nothing resonance, tone and projection. ¢ High-tension low-mass lug design less. ¢ Tension Diffusion Technology (TDT) All Revolution Series marching bass drums ¢ 'Blasted Chrome' lugs utilise Premier’s unique TDT technology: The high-tension, low-mass bracket ¢ 10mm mahogany hoops ¢ Drumheads by Remo
12 38336IWC
38328RC
36” BASS DRUM PIPE BAND BASS DRUM 38336 36” x 16” Revolution Series Bass Drum 38328 28” x 14” Revolution Series Pipe Band Bass Drum
36” BASS DRUM PIPE BAND BASS DRUM 36” BASS DRUM/PIPE BAND BASS DRUM The incredible Revolution 36” bass drum Offering a contemporary look and wonderful ¢ 4mm, 2-ply Birch shell with 4.8mm features a classic supported shell which rich, true tone and musical blend that reinforcing ring is formed in the same mould as Premier’s complement perfectly the other voices in renowned concert bass drum. This is a big the drum corps, the Revolution Series pipe ¢ Gloss lacquered shell, internally drum, with a huge sound and beautiful tone band bass drum is perfect in a wide range of lacquered that will carry your musical message for applications including pipe band, marching ¢ High-tension low-mass lug design miles. band, or street band; the only restriction is your creativity. ¢ Tension Diffusion Technology (TDT) ¢ 'Blasted Chrome' lugs ¢ 10mm mahogany hoops ¢ Drumheads by Remo
13 TRADITIONAL SERIES SNARE DRUMS | TENORS DRUMS | BASS DRUMS
1049IWC-S 1047IWC
TRADITIONAL SERIES SNARE DRUMS 1047 14" x 10" Traditional Series Snare Drum TRADITIONAL SERIES TENOR DRUMS 1049 14" x 12" Traditional Series Snare Drum 1071 15" x 12" Traditional Series Tenor Drum 1049-S 14" x 12" Traditional Series Snare Drum with Top Snare 1072 16" x 12" Traditional Series Tenor Drum 2074 14" x 10" Traditional Series Snare Drum 1073 18" x 12" Traditional Series Tenor Drum 0072 16" x 12" Traditional Series Tenor Drum (Die-cast hoops)
1072SL
TRADITIONAL SERIES BASS DRUMS 0186 26” x 10” Traditional Series Bass Drum 0187 28” x 10” Traditional Series Bass Drum 0186IWC 0188 28” x 12” Traditional Series Bass Drum 0189 28” x 14” Traditional Series Bass Drum 0190 28” x 16” Traditional Series Bass Drum
14 Ebony Black Lacquer (EBC)
Ivory White Lacquer (IWC)
Flame Red Lacquer (RC)
Sapphire Lacquer (SL)
A TRADITION OF INNOVATION SNARE DRUMS TENOR AND BASS DRUMS Developed to exacting standards, Premier's A drum corps needs bass and tenor drums traditional snare drums set the standard with rich, true tone with a musical blend to which others aspire. For centuries the that is full of character. Premier's bass and marching snare drum has been the call tenor drums are unrivalled in quality of to arms of the celebrator of peace. All sound and build. traditional snare drums feature a 5mm birch shell. All traditional bass drums are made with 4mm laminated shells and beech support ¢ 5mm birch shells hoops. ¢ Diamond Chrome fittings Traditional tenor drums feature a 5.5mm ¢ Steel hoops unsupported birch shell that produces a wonderful clear tone, complimenting ¢ Die-cast hoop (2074 only) perfectly the other voices in the drum corps. ¢ Redesigned throw-off Available in a choice of sizes, Premier bass ¢ World renowned parallel action snare and tenor drums are an integral part of any strainer (2074 only) traditional drum corps.
¢ Tenor Drums: 5.5mm birch shell Bass Drums: 4mm birch shell with 5mm beech Support hoops ¢ Diamond Chrome fittings ¢ Drumheads by Remo
15 MILITARY SERIES SNARE DRUMS | TENORS DRUMS | BASS DRUMS
0097RQL
MILITARY SERIES SNARE DRUMS 0097 14" x 12" Parallel Action Snare Drum 0097RQL-S 0097-S 14" x 12" Top and Parallel Action Snare Drum No colour suffix required when ordering the military livery
MILITARY SERIES TENOR DRUM 1072 16" x 12" Military Series Tenor Drum 0072 16” x 12” Military Series Tenor Drum (Die-cast hoops)
1072RQL
MILITARY SERIES BASS DRUMS 0186 26" x 10" Military Series Bass Drum 0187 28" x 10" Military Series Bass Drum 0188 28" x 12" Military Series Bass Drum 0189 28" x 14" Military Series Bass Drum
0188RQL
16 MILITARY LIVERY (RQL)
Ebony Black Lacquer (EBC)
Ivory White Lacquer (IWC)
Flame Red Lacquer (RC)
Sapphire Lacquer (SL)
UNIQUE HERITAGE Throughout the world of marching music, SNARE DRUMS the musicianship and pageantry of the ¢ 4mm, 4-ply birch shell bands of Her Majesty’s Forces is recognised as second to none. Premier has for decades ¢ Moulded nylon RQL hoops supplied the drums and percussion ¢ Diamond Chrome fittings and finials instruments to these and many bands around the world that follow the tradition ¢ World renowned parallel action and repertoire of British military music. snare strainer
Over many years Premier has worked closely TENOR AND BASS DRUMS with the armed forces to develop products ¢ Tenor Drums: 5.5mm birch shell that meet specific requirements in sound, Bass Drums : 4mm birch shell with appearance and performance. Military 5mm beech support hoops percussion instruments must meet superior expectations on parade and deliver ultimate ¢ Diamond Chrome fittings reliability in the field. No other manufacturer ¢ Black bass drum hoops can claim this lineage and faithful partnership with traditional marching music. ¢ Drumheads by Remo
17 OLYMPIC SERIES SNARE DRUMS | BASS DRUMS
615055ST
61512W-S 615055W
OLYMPIC SERIES SNARE DRUMS 61412W 14" x 12" Olympic Series Free-Floating Snare Drum 61512W 14" x 12" Olympic Series Traditional Snare Drum 61512W-S 14" x 12" Olympic Series Traditional Snare Drum with Top Snare 615055W 14" x 5.5" Olympic Series Snare Drum 615055ST 14" x 5.5" Olympic Series Steel Snare Drum
61412W
OLYMPIC SERIES BASS DRUMS 61618W 18" x 10" Olympic Series Bass Drum 61620W 20" x 10" Olympic Series Bass Drum 61622W 22" x 10" Olympic Series Bass Drum 61624W 24" x 10" Olympic Series Bass Drum 61626W 26" x 10" Olympic Series Bass Drum 61628W 28" x 12" Olympic Series Bass Drum 61618W
18 SOUND BEGINNINGS Whether you are taking your first steps SNARE DRUMS BASS DRUMS on parade or debuting on the field of ¢ Basswood shell construction ¢ Basswood shell construction competition Premier’s Olympic Series Steel shell construction (615055ST only) includes great sounding instruments ¢ White PVC wrap finish available in a wide range of specifications. ¢ White PVC wrap finish ¢ Silver powder-coated hoops with Featuring a Basswood shell and durable ¢ Die-cast, silver powder-coated hoops PVC inlay silver powder coated hoops as standard, the (61412W only) diverse range of snare drums features both ¢ Single ply, smooth white batter heads traditional and contemporary designs, while ¢ 1.5mm triple-flange steel hoops, silver ¢ Pair of sticks/beaters included the tenor and bass provide comprehensive powder-coated sizes allowing the expression of diverse ¢ Aluminium harness included ¢ Single ply, smooth white batter heads musical ideas. Suitable for younger players ¢ Suitable for many applications or those with more experience, Olympic ¢ Pair of sticks/beaters included Series delivers good response and tone ¢ Aluminium harness included and is supplied as a total package; drum, harness and sticks/beaters all in one box, ¢ Suitable for many applications and on a careful budget!
19 OLYMPIC SERIES TENOR DRUMS | MULTI-TENORS | TUNED PERCUSSION
OLYMPIC SERIES TENOR DRUMS 61314W 14" x 12" Olympic Series Tenor Drum 61316W 16" x 12" Olympic Series Tenor Drum
61316W
61314W
OLYMPIC SERIES MULTI-TENORS 61301W 8", 10", 12", 13" Olympic Series Multi-Tenor Set
61301W TENOR DRUMS MULTI-TENORS ¢ Basswood shell construction ¢ Basswood shell construction ¢ White PVC wrap finish ¢ White PVC wrap finish ¢ 1.5mm triple-flange steel hoops, ¢ 1.5mm triple-flange steel hoops, silver powder-coated silver powder-coated ¢ Single ply, smooth white batter heads ¢ Single ply, smooth white batter heads ¢ Pair of sticks/beaters included ¢ Pair of sticks/beaters included ¢ Aluminium harness included ¢ Aluminium harness included ¢ Suitable for many applications ¢ Suitable for many applications
20 OLYMPIC SERIES MARCHING BELLS 617BELL/A2 2.25 Octave Olympic Series Marching Bells
617LYRA/A2
617BELL/A2
OLYMPIC SERIES BELL LYRA 617LYRA/A2 2.25 Octave Olympic Series Bell Lyra
MARCHING BELLS BELL LYRA ¢ 2.25 octaves ¢ 2.25 octaves ¢ Note range: A6 - B7 ¢ Note range: Marching Bells F5 - G7 ¢ Pitch: A=442Hz ¢ Pitch: A=442Hz ¢ Pair of beaters included ¢ Pair of beaters included ¢ Aluminium harness included ¢ Aluminium harness included ¢ Suitable for many applications ¢ Suitable for many applications
21 STICKS, BEATERS & MACES
0544-RL 0544-BL 0544-GL 0550-WL 0550-TH
PREMIER DRUMSTICKS before being turned in state-of-the-art PREMIER DRUMSTICKS Since the launch of Premier’s ‘Label Series’ lathes by Canadian craftsmen. 0544-RL Red Label Sticks (Maple) - Pair sticks in 2010 we have been asked many times to produce the sticks with coloured Black Label, Red Label and Green Label 0544-BL Black Label Sticks (Maple) - Pair shafts, so for 2012 are proud to introduce sticks are machined in Canadian maple with 0544-GL Green Label Sticks (Maple) - Pair five new and improved professional stick a long smooth taper and oval bead. These models for pipe band and marching band: light and quick sticks offers perfect control, 0550-WL White Label Sticks (Hickory) - Pair rebound and balance, and are ideal for the Traditional Hickory Marching 0550-TH Red Label high-pitch definition and snare response Sticks (Hickory) - Pair Black Label characteristic of the pipe band snare drum. Green Label White Label White Label and Traditional Hickory Traditional Hickory sticks are suitable for drummers who prefer a fuller sound with added punch. PREMIER BEATERS Making a good pair of sticks begins by Manufactured from American heartwood Premier’s professional range of specialised selecting the best wood possible, so Premier hickory and featuring a white coloured or tenor and bass drum beaters have been uses only the finest grades of Canadian clear lacquered shaft, these excellent sticks made to the highest of standards. Expertly maple and American heartwood hickory. offer a traditional look and feel with great designed with great response and feel, Every dowel is hand inspected to ensure the response and projection. Premier beaters are the first choice for many grain is straight and free from any defects of the worlds top players.
CEREMONIAL MACES 1960 1949 54” Plain Mace 1954 54” Mace (Cord or Chain Pack required) 1949 1954 1960 60” Mace (Cord or Chain Pack required)
CORD AND TASSEL/CHAIN PACKS 9110 1950/10/C Cord and Tassel Pack
1951/10 Chain Pack 9114
9115 1949 PREMIER BEATERS 9114 Standard Pipe Band Tenor Beater 9115 Pipe Band Tenor Beater 9110 Bass Drum Beater
CEREMONIAL MACES century, the position of the Drum Major was upon retirement the drum major would be The ceremonial Drum Majors mace is seen adapted to those ensembles. presented with his mace as a keepsake and as a symbol of music and military discipline commemoration of their service. around the world. The position of Drum Traditionally, a military Drum Major would be Major originated in the British Army with responsible for defending the drummers and Beautifully crafted and hand finished, Premier Corps of Drums in the 1600’s. Military bandsmen whilst maintaining the discipline, Maces feature an impressive large head with groups performed mostly duty calls and dress standards and choreographed raised facets in brilliant chrome surmounted battle signals during that period, and a fife marching movements for all Corps of Drums by a crown. These attractive, finely balanced and drum corps, directed by the Drum Major, members. maces are available in two lengths, with would use short pieces to communicate to either cords or chains as standard. To be the field units. With the arrival of military concert The Drum Majors position is earned and he correct length a mace should fit under his or bands and pipe bands around the 18th or she is held in very high regard. Sometimes her chin by one or two inches.
22 HARNESSES T-BAR HARNESSES | VEST HARNESSES | RAILS | ADAPTORS
6909
6910 6911
6824
6905 6821
6822
0897
3946 6825S 6824Q
VEST HARNESSES HARNESSES 6821 HTS/Revolution Snare Drum Harness Premier offers two types of harness; vest 6824 Multi-Tenor Harness or t-bar. The aluminium vest harness is supremely durable, lightweight and is 6822 Bass Drum Harness adjustable to accommodate many body T-BAR HARNESSES shapes; it provides support and protection 6905 HTS/Revolution Snare Drum Harness and distributes weight evenly to reduce pressure points on the spine and shoulder 6911 Bass Drum Harness blades. 6910 Universal Snare Drum Harness The T-bar harness is the original aluminium 6909 Universal Snare Adaptor marching harness and continues to be RAILS & ADAPTORS the standard for many marching groups worldwide. The comfortable and lightweight 6824Q Quad/Quint Rail for Multi-Tenors (38101 or 38102) design provides flexible fit and firm support. 6825Q Quad/Quint Rail for Multi-Tenors (38103)
¢ Lightweight aluminium 6824S Sixtet Rail for Multi-Tenors (38101 or 38102) 6825S Sixtet Rail for Multi-Tenors (38103) ¢ Padded for extra comfort 3946 HTS/Revolution Snare Adaptor 0897 Multi Angle Bar
23 ACCESSORIES STIK STANDS | SLINGS
6932
6931 6933
STIK STANDS
6930 6930 Bass Drum Stand 6931 Multi-Tenor Stand 6932 Snare Drum Stand (for use with 6910) 6933 Snare Drum Stand (for use with 6821 or 6905)
0910
0919 0913
SLINGS 0913 Leather Snare and Tenor Sling 0917 0917 Leather Bass Drum Sling 0914 0919 Plastic Snare and Tenor Sling 0921 Plastic Bass Drum Sling 0910 Webbing Snare and Tenor Sling 0914 Webbing Bass Drum Sling
Stik stands provide easy and secure free Whether you are a snare, tenor or bass drum STIK STANDS standing support for snares, multi-tenors player, Premier’s range of slings offers the ¢ Lightweight and durable and bass drums allowing the player to perfect accompaniment to your instrument. rehearse in comfort and at the correct ¢ ‘Stadium Hook’ design playing height and position. The lightweight ¢ Height-adjustable and durable construction allows for effortless transportation while The ‘Stadium SLINGS Hook’ design allows the player to go from field to stadium by simply adjusting the ¢ Choice of leather, plastic or webbing stabilizer height.
24 ACCESSORIES LEG RESTS | PRACTICE PADS | TUNING KEYS | SOFT CASES
LEG RESTS 1904 Standard Leg Rest 1902 Deluxe Leg Rest
1904
1902
1637 PRACTICE PAD 1637 Marching Practice Pad
TUNING KEYS PREMIER SOFT CASES LEG RESTS 0613 Drum Tuning Key PM1410-00 14" x 10" Marching Snare Drum Bag Premier’s deluxe leg rest is fully padded and 0618 High-Tension Tuning Key is easily fitted under two tension bolts and PM1412-00 14" x 12" Marching Snare folds for packing into your drum case. Drum Bag The standard leg rest bends to your leg PM1412-01 14" x 12" HTS Snare Drum Bag shape and hooks behind the tension bolts. PM1512-00 15" x 12" Marching Drum Bag
¢ Strong yet lightweight design PM1612-00 16" x 12" Marching Drum Bag 0613 PM1812-00 18" x 12" Marching Drum Bag MARCHING PRACTICE PAD PM2014-00 20" x 14" Marching Drum Bag Premier’s marching practice pad can be 0618 used anywhere, anytime to practice your PM2214-00 22" x 14" Marching Drum Bag rudiments. Designed to help drummers of all PREMIER SOFT CASES PM2414-00 24" x 14" Marching Drum Bag levels to maximize their potential without Designed in conjunction with Protection the need for a drum, the pad provides a PM2610-00 26" x 10" Marching Drum Bag Racket, the world’s leading manufacturer realistic feel and perfect response when of drum cases, Premier’s soft cases are PM2614-00 26" x 14" Marching Drum Bag played, and keeps unwanted external noise designed for optimal protection and to an absolute minimum. PM2810-00 28" x 10" Marching Drum Bag feature unbreakable zips, strong webbing reinforcement, and superior dual density PM2812-00 28" x 12" Marching Drum Bag TUNING KEYS foam construction giving incredible PM2814-00 28" x 14" Marching Drum Bag Premier offers two tuning keys for your strength and rigidity whilst keeping weight instrument; high-tension or traditional drum. PM2816-00 28" x 16" Marching Drum Bag to a minimum. A waterproof backing, comfortable carry handles and a silicone PM2818-00 28" x 18" Marching Drum Bag ¢ Ergonomically designed Premier logo finishes these must-have PM3016-00 30" x 16" Marching Drum Bag cases perfectly. PM3216-00 32" x 16" Marching Drum Bag
25 SPECIFICATIONS
HTS SERIES TRADITIONAL SERIES MILITARY SERIES SNARE DRUMS SNARE DRUMS SNARE DRUMS CODE SIZE KGS LBS CODE SIZE KGS LBS CODE SIZE KGS LBS 0800 14" x 12" 7.2 15.8 1047 14" x 10" 4.5 9.9 0097 14" x 12" 5.3 11.7 0800-C 14" x 12" 7.2 15.8 1049 14" x 12" 4.7 10.3 0097-S 14" x 12" 5.4 11.9 0400 14" x 7" 6.5 14.3 1049-S 14" x 12" 5.1 11.2 2074 14" x 10" 4.85 10.7 MILITARY SERIES PROFESSIONAL SERIES TENOR DRUM TENOR DRUMS TRADITIONAL SERIES CODE SIZE KGS LBS CODE SIZE KGS LBS TENOR DRUMS 1072RQL 16" x 12" 4.6 10.1 396412 14” x 12” 3.2 7.0 CODE SIZE KGS LBS 0072RQL 16” x 12” 4.9 10.8 396512 15” x 12” 3.5 7.7 1071 15" x 12" 4.5 9.9 396612 16” x 12” 3.8 8.4 1072 16" x 12" 4.6 10.1 396614 16” x 14” 4.1 9.0 1073 18" x 12" 4.9 10.8 MILITARY SERIES BASS DRUMS 396814 18” x 14” 4.6 10.1 0072 16" x 12" 4.9 10.8 CODE SIZE KGS LBS 397014 20” x 14” 5.2 11.4 0186RQL 26" x 10" 7.4 16.3 397214 22” x 14” 5.8 12.8 TRADITIONAL SERIES 0187RQL 28" x 10" 8.3 18.3 397414 24” x 14” 6.3 13.9 BASS DRUMS 0188RQL 28" x 12" 8.6 18.9 CODE SIZE KGS LBS 0189RQL 28" x 14" 8.9 19.6 PROFESSIONAL SERIES 0186 26" x 10" 7.4 16.3 BASS DRUMS 0187 28" x 10" 8.3 18.3 CODE SIZE KGS LBS 0188 28" x 12" 8.6 18.9 398612 26” x 12” 6.3 13.9 0189 28" x 14" 8.9 19.6 398614 26” x 14” 6.6 14.5 0190 28" x 16" 9.2 20.2 398812 28” x 12” 7.1 15.6 398814 28” x 14” 7.4 16.3 398816 28” x 16” 7.8 17.2 398818 28” x 18” 8.8 19.4 399016 30’’ x 16’’ 8.7 19.1
REVOLUTION SERIES REVOLUTION SERIES REVOLUTION SERIES SNARE DRUMS SINGLE TENOR DRUMS MARCHING BASS DRUMS CODE SIZE KGS LBS CODE SIZE KGS LBS CODE SIZE KGS LBS 38214-C 14" x 12" 7.2 15.8 38314 14" x 12" 4.0 8.8 38414 14” x 14” 5.4 11.9 38214 14” x 12” 7.2 15.8 38315 15" x 12" 4.2 9.2 38416 16" x 14" 5.7 12.5 38207 14" x 7" 6.5 14.3 38316 16" x 12" 4.5 9.9 38418 18" x 14" 6.0 13.2 38318 18" x 12" 4.8 10.6 38420 20" x 14" 7.0 15.4 38422 22" x 14" 7.2 15.8 REVOLUTION MULTI-TENOR ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS 38424 24" x 14" 7.9 17.4 REVOLUTION SERIES WITH HARNESS AND RAILS 38426 26" x 14" 8.3 18.3 MULTI-TENORS MULTI- CODE SIZE KGS LBS 38428 28" x 14 8.5 18.7 SHOT TENOR HARNESS RAIL 38630 30" x 16" 9.8 21.6 DRUMS 8”, 10” SET 38101 10.1 22.2 12”, 13” 38632 32" x 16" 10.9 24.0
38101 - 6824 6824Q 8”, 10” 38102 10.6 23.3 QUADS 38102 - 6824 6824Q 12”, 14”
38103 - 6824 6825Q 10”, 12” REVOLUTION SERIES 38103 11.7 25.7 13”, 14” 36” BASS DRUM 38101 38106 6824 6824Q CODE SIZE KGS LBS 38102 38106 6824 6824Q 38106 6” 1.5 3.3 QUINTS 38336 36" x 16" 12.6 27.7 38103 38106 6824 6825Q
38103 38108 6824 6825Q 38108 8” 2.1 4.6 38101 38106 x 2 6824 6824S REVOLUTION SERIES 38102 38106 x 2 6824 6824S PIPE BAND BASS DRUM CODE SIZE KGS LBS SIXTETS 38103 38106 x 2 6824 6825S 38328 28" x 14" 9.4 20.7 38103 38106/38108 6824 6825S
38103 38108 x 2 6824 6825S
OLYMPIC SERIES OLYMPIC SERIES OLYMPIC SERIES SNARE DRUMS TENOR DRUMS BASS DRUMS CODE SIZE KGS LBS CODE SIZE KGS LBS CODE SIZE KGS LBS 61412W 14" x 12" 6.5 14.3 61314W 14" x 12" 3.9 8.6 61618W 18" x 10" 6.0 13.2 61512W 14" x 12" 4.45 9.8 61316W 16" x 12" 4.15 9.1 61620W 20" x 10" 6.4 14.1 61512W-S 14" x 12" 4.7 10.3 61622W 22" x 10" 6.8 15.0 615055W 14" x 5.5" 2.8 6.2 61624W 24" x 10" 7.2 15.8 OLYMPIC SERIES 615055ST 14" x 5.5" 3.0 6.6 61626W 26" x 10" 7.7 16.9 MULTI-TENORS CODE SIZE KGS LBS 61628W 28" x 12" 9.6 21.1
8", 10" 61301W 4.7 10.3 12", 13"
26 PREMIUM FINISHES
For drummers looking for something a little special, Premier offers a range of premium finishes across all its Series*. As these finishes are non-standard, lead times will vary at the time of ordering. Contact Premier directly for more information.
*Excluding Olympic Series
AMETHYST SPARKLE BURST LACQUER AMETHYST SPARKLE FADE LACQUER AMETHYST SPARKLE LACQUER AUTUMN CHERRY BURST LACQUER AUTUMN CHERRY FADE LACQUER AUTUMN CHERRY LACQUER (AXBB) (AXBF) (AX) (ACB) (ACF) (ACL)
BLACK SPARKLE LACQUER EBONY OIL (BSX) (EBO)
EMERALD BURST LACQUER EMERALD FADE LACQUER EMERALD LACQUER EMERALD SPARKLE BURST LACQUER EMERALD SPARKLE FADE LACQUER EMERALD SPARKLE LACQUER (ELB) (ELF) (ELL) (EXBB) (EXBF) (EX)
FLAME RED BURST LACQUER FLAME RED FADE LACQUER MILITARY LIVERY (RCB) (RCF) (RQL)
PURPLE BURST LACQUER PURPLE FADE LACQUER PURPLE LACQUER RUBY SPARKLE BURST LACQUER RUBY SPARKLE FADE LACQUER RUBY SPARKLE LACQUER (PUB) (PUF) (PUL) (RXBB) (RXBF) (RX)
SAPPHIRE SPARKLE BURST LACQUER SAPPHIRE SPARKLE FADE LACQUER SAPPHIRE SPARKLE LACQUER SAPPHIRE BURST LACQUER SAPPHIRE FADE LACQUER (SXBB) (SXBF) (SX) (SLB) (SLF)
SILVER SPARKLE BURST LACQUER SILVER SPARKLE FADE LACQUER SILVER SPARKLE LACQUER TOPAZ SPARKLE BURST LACQUER TOPAZ SPARKLE FADE LACQUER TOPAZ SPARKLE LACQUER (SSB) (SSF) (SSX) (TXBB) (TXBF) (TX)
As it is not possible to replicate exact colour matches accurately through the printing process, the finishes shown throughout the brochure are representative only and can vary from the actual product colour.
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