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Here are a few suggested items that all percussionists should have for this upcoming year.  The models listed are examples.  Comparable items with similar functions and contents are acceptable.
 

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$25-$30 Various online stores

TU-80: Tuner/Metronome

The BOSS TU-80 brings super-accurate LCD tuning to musicians at a very affordable price, while adding unique high-end features like a built-in metronome and Accu-Pitch™. The pocket-sized TU-80 runs on batteries and can tune almost any instrument, thanks to a chromatic tuning mode and ultra wide tuning range. It even tunes 7-string guitars and 6-string basses—putting the TU-80 in a class all its own.

  • Affordable and reliable LCD tuner with handy, built-in metronome
  • Supports chromatic tuning, plus 7-string guitars and 6-string basses
  • Accu-Pitch function sounds a tone when pitch is correct
  • Reference Tone Play function makes it easy to verify tuning by ear
  • Memory function stores your favorite tuner settings
  • Ultra-thin body fits easily into a guitar case or pocket
  • Metronome has 7 rhythms, 10 beats and cool animated LCD display

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$65-$70 Various online store
The FP2 Intermediate Stick and Mallet Pack by Innovative Percussion includes F2 and F9 Mallets, GT3 Timp Mallets, IP-LD Sticks, and a SB3 Stick Bag.

Detailed Contents Include:
  • Innovative F2 Fundamental Series Hard Marimba Mallets - Manufactured by the leader in high quality keyboard mallets, the Fundamental Series Keyboard Mallets were specifically designed with the beginning percussionist and budget conscience band director in mind. This economical series offers the beginning percussionist and band director a line of quality keyboard mallets at an affordable price. The Fundamental Series is available in 11 different models. All models feature black birch dowels and the two vibraphone models are also available with high quality rattan handles.

  • Innovative F9 Fundamental Series Xylophone Mallets - Manufactured by the leader in high quality keyboard mallets, the Fundamental Series Keyboard Mallets were specifically designed with the beginning percussionist and budget conscience band director in mind. This economical series offers the beginning percussionist and band director a line of quality keyboard mallets at an affordable price. The Fundamental Series is available in 11 different models. All models feature black birch dowels and the two vibraphone models are also available with high quality rattan handles.

  • Innovative GT-3 General Series Medium General Timpani Mallets - The General Timpani Series is the latest addition to our selection of timpani mallets. After many requests from percussion educators and performers, the GT series was designed as another quality choice from Innovative Percussion. These models feature tapered maple handles for ultimate balance and German felt parachute-style covered heads for professional grade sound quality.

  • Innovative IPLD Lalo Davila Signature Model Concert Series Snare Drumsticks - Lalo Davila, Associate Professor of Music and Director of Percussion Studies at Middle Tennessee State University, has designed the IP-LD signature model concert snare drumstick to serve as an educational tool for the beginning snare drummer. The IP-LD is constructed of heartwood hickory, and features a slightly smaller diameter to better accommodate the smaller hands of a beginning player. The barrel shaped bead creates a full sound quality at any dynamic level, while the slightly longer taper results in an increased rebound and excellent balance. The Lalo Davila signature model is an excellent general purpose concert snare drumstick and the perfect tool for the percussion educator teaching young snare drummers.