Cadeson Pro Maple Twist

[chrisbkk]

Cadeson Pro Maple Twist

Introduction

This is the first time I have written a review on a drum kit so I’ll probably miss stacks of stuff out. I bought this kit recently new from a dealer here in Bangkok. I was actually after a Noble and Cooley but after playing both kits I found that the comparison did not warrant spending twice the amount for the NC 5 piece (it was over 6k) I love the look and feel of the Cadeson so it wasn’t really a tough decision.

Kit in general

The standard kit came as follows:
22 x 24 Bass; 14 x 6.5 Snare; 8,10,12,14 and 16 Toms; Hi-hat stand complete; Bass pedal; 2 x cymbal booms; 3 x Tom mount booms (2 double and one 1 single)

I added the following:
Cadeson 12 x 5 steel alloy snare; Cadeson 12, 14 and 16 Roto Toms; Zildjian Armande Hi-hats and 20” ride; Zildjian A Custom 14 and 16” Projection Crashes and 10” splash; percussion block and cowbell.

On order:
Cadeson 8 and 10 Roto Toms; Zildjian A Custom 18” projection Crash and 12” splash.

13 piece with 7 cymbals when complete (yes I know many of you will say that’s not enough cymbals!)

Finish

The drums are 8 ply maple finished in matt black (Cadeson call it Black Satin) I like this option as it not only currently looks good but makes it easier for a custom paint job if and when the time comes.

Hardware

The rims and lugs are all die cast black alloy with chromed mounting brackets; Looks more like a Harley Davidson than a drum kit but I like it 
The heads are standard from REMO USA; built for Cadeson.
All the stands and boom arms are well made; thick and stable with wide extension legs.

The mounting brackets have a ball joint system that allows the Toms to be adjusted very easily (you can actually pivot them while playing if required) I have always preferred free standing Toms to a racking system but can see the advantages of both.

Playability

Well…… I had enough budgeted for the NC but still chose this kit; it’s dynamic, bouncy and lots of fun; looks and feels great and is already improving my playing and stamina. The Bass is deep and clean, Toms are wonderfully bouncy and both Snares sound fantastic. The Hi-hat stand is well constructed; if I change anything it will be the pedals.

Conclusion

Priced just under the similar set up from Yamaha; it’s a great value kit and a good stepping stone for a few years; bearing in mind that it’s very difficult to procure the big name brands here without humungous import taxes. Cadeson does have a US dealership and I believe several Australian stores are stocking the kits now too.

Once I have my recording equipment set up I’ll post a video; currently it wouldn’t do the kit any justice.

Apologies if this review is too short; I’m a fairly new drummer. If you have any questions please feel free to message me.

For photos please look in my album.

[Russ]

Great review thanks for posting! You don't see that particular kick size very often, so that's great that you have such a unique and truly custom setup. I also have a custom projection(the hi hats), I think you'll like them as they are a bright and loud cymbal. Sounds like you have a dream set up of toms headed your way, and I liked your descriptions of the drum's sound. Lookin forward to that audio when you get a chance.

[chrisbkk]

thanks for the kind words as always Russ.

Yes I love my A Custom Projections; really looking forward to picking up the 18" to round off the set.

Will be a while before i have the recording equipmewnt in place but I'll post a vid when i do.

[Kazaamski]

That's a big bass drum. Nice kit. How's the fit and finish? Anything rattle, or slightly loose? Are the tom mounts steady?

[sonorkid]

I've read some good things about Cadesons. I bet that kick drum sounds amazing. Thanks for the pics Chris.

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[chrisbkk]

thanks guys; the kit is sturdy; no rattle although i get the usual snare buzz from any of the drums.

[pastor_bob]

Nice review Chrisbbk, and thanks. Could you explain the "Twist" in the title name?

[chrisbkk]

Thanks Bob; as far as i know its just the name of the series; you can google Cadeson and look on their site.