Back in 1958, British percussionist Alan Sharp was disappointed by the quality of percussion available, so he began sourcing parts and assembling his own instruments instead. Orders for his percussion came flooding in and by 1965 Natal Percussion Company was born. The equipment was championed by Fleetwood Mac, The Rolling Stones and Led Zeppelin thanks to the percussions’ pioneering fibreglass shells and curved rims.
Natal continued to flourish in the following decades, introducing cowbells, cajons and other percussion to the product range. In 2010 Natal joined forces with Marshall amps – whose founder Jim had been a drummer and sold Natal percussion in his shop in 1962 – to create a range of acoustic kits. Sticking to the Natal ethos of delivering quality products, the drum kits feature premium materials and high-end craftsmanship, complimented by quality hardware, sun lugs and wingnuts, all finished in a stunning array of colours.
Find your rhythm with EVO, the perfect way to start your drumming journey. These basswood shells are durable and give a great sound for home practice and local gigging. The EVO kits are versatile so you can experiment with many different styles and genres while you continue to develop as a drummer.
The EVO comes complete with shells, hardware, cymbals, kick pedal, throne and even drumsticks; everything you need to get drumming straight out of the box.
Be the source of envy with the Café Racer drum kit, complete with slightly rounded, hand-finished, 45 degree bearing edge shells. The kit exudes warmth and projection and delivers a great range of tones for a variety of drumming styles. As well as our signature, UK designed, chrome-plated sun lugs, the Café Racer features sturdy telescopic bass drum spurs and our specialist aluminium ball tom mounting system for extra kit stability and durability.
Bring out the brightness with Arcadia. This robust, well-rounded kit is perfect for drummers, with clear tones that shine through on stage. Available in polar, birch and even acrylic, the shells deliver an abundance of clarity alongside plenty of sustain. Loud, punchy and memorable.
Our flagship Originals series delivers an outstanding, luxurious sound that can adapt to a myriad of drumming styles. Available in Walnut or Maple, the kit is delicately balanced for an even amount of mids and highs. The kit comes in an array of sparkle, metallic and matte finishes, each complemented by chrome-plated, UK designed, zinc ‘sun’ lugs
Low volume, small profile, big impact. The DNA Stealth is a fully authentic kit that’s easy on the ears and perfect for practising at home. Specifically designed to take up significantly less space than a regular acoustic drum kit, the DNA Stealth offers the feel and response of a full kit but at a much lower volume. The mesh heads and low volume cymbals allow you to keep the noise down, or you can swap them out for their full volume counterparts making this versatile kit equally at home on stage or in a bedroom.
There are different configurations available for each drum kit. To find out which configurations are available for your chosen kit, please visit the specific product page.
You can buy our drum kits from a local retailer. Visit the ‘find your retailer’ page for details of your nearest Natal retailer.
A drummer’s sound is influenced by a lot of different factors, not just their kit. You can see what kits our drummers use by checking their endorser page. However, purchasing their chosen kit won’t make you sound exactly like them.
You can send us your questions via email: contact@nataldrums.com
I’ve never felt so comfortable behind a kit! My Natal drums truly provide me with the sound, quality and look I need to play effortlessly every show.
Jordan Pugh
Jordan Pugh is the drummer of Blackpool band Boston Manor, who released their debut album ‘Be Nothing.’ in 2016 followed by their critically acclaimed second album ‘Welcome To The Neighbourhood’ in 2018. Since then the band have taken their music on a full North American headline tour, as well as whipping up frenzied crowd reactions on the main stage at Slam Dunk and on the BBC Radio 1 Stage at Reading and Leeds Festivals. Pugh’s rock solid ability behind the kit, delivered with his unique flair in a live setting is integral to Boston Manor’s phenomenal stage show.
Natal has built up an amazing team of passionate people and because of that the drums are beautiful and everything I need from a touring drumset.
Jamie Morrison
Drummer and producer, Jamie Morrison, is no stranger to big hits having played for Stereophonics and the Noisettes. As well as playing in bands, Jamie has worked as a session musician, performing or recording with stars such as Sia, Birdy, Duffy, Brian Adams and many more. He’s also written for a variety of pop artists.
I love Natal! The drums sound amazing and look amazing. When I played the Maple Shell kit I immediately fell in love with it. It is the perfect drum kit!
Michael Rennie
Michael Rennie is a powerhouse behind the kit. After an education in music in his early years, Michael cut his teeth with a wide range of rock and pop acts, touring both in the UK and around the world. He can currently be found behind the skins with YungBlud, a fast-growing alt-rock artist from Northern England. This year alone they have sold out US, UK, European, and Australian tours.
My Maple Originals Natal kit allows me to play with no boundaries; I have put mine through everything whilst touring and it still sounds amazing every night. It’s an honour to be part of the Natal family.
Robyn Hancock
Robyn Haycock is the drummer for rock band Stone Broken. Since the band started in 2013 they have had some major achievements including, touring America, sold out Headline shows around the UK and Europe, played major festivals around the world and they don’t plan on slowing down anytime soon, with their 3rd studio album in the bag, the future is looking huge for the band!
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