"Much more than Bellsmiths, Gongmakers, or Percussion Craftsmen, we are Energy Merchants, forging metal into Energy. I have known Ed Clift for over 20 years. His decades of service and integrity have brought unparalleled energy to the percussion industry."

Ed Clift comments:

"Life experience and career paths have led us inextricably to this juncture. It is indeed a profound opportunity to work with such an innovator as John Stannard."

Ed's professional career in music began in 1975. He joined Paiste in 1985 and became their percussion specialist. His departure from the sales team at Paiste does not mark the end of a deep connection with the company. He will continue on as a Paiste player and educational artist.

John Stannard's percussion industry experience spans from founding OM Percussion in 1979, through the 80's and 90's with JW Stannard Chimes, to the present with Hammerax.

These gentlemen have a relationship that's been forged through the years, and it draws from a very deep well of creative energy.

New directions at Hammerax hold much promise for unique sonic possibilities and aesthetic compliments to the percussionist's arsenal.