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Tama Starclassic Bubinga 4-Piece Drum Shell Pack Tama Starclassic Bubinga 4-Piece Drum Shell Pack

The Tama Sarclassic Bubinga 4-Piece Drum Shell Pack offers you a totally unique sound that's unparalleled in the drum world: the sharpest attack combined with the richest, fattest, fullest sound. Pros from John Blackwell to John Tempesta have sung the praises of Starclassic Bubinga. Black nickel shell hardware. Fusion configuration includes 22" x 18" kick drum, 10" x 8" and 12" x 9" mounted toms, and a 16" x 14" floor tom. Cymbals and hardware sold separately. It was time for something new in drums. Tama found that something in African bubinga wood, which is approximately 53% harder than maple and birch. Starclassic Bubinga shells are slightly thicker than those in Tama's Starclassic Maple series. Tama's builders concluded that a slightly thicker bubinga shell brought out the best characteristics of the wood: a more aggressive attack, a fuller deep/dark tone, a more powerful resonance, and unbelievably rich, fat lows. These shells are made of 8-ply bubinga plus one outer ply maple shell for optimal finish characteristics. Tom drum plies are 7mm thick, bass drum plies are 8mm thick.The Star-Cast Mounting System has always provided maximum resonance and stability for Tama's pro-drums. Now it has a more streamlined designed, making it easier to position toms closer together. In addition, a switch to aluminum provides lighter weight and even truer tonal vibration. Star-Cast is also now plated to match your drum's shell hardware.Hoops not only affect drum tuning, they also affect drum sound. That's why the choice of hoops was so important to the designers of Tama's professional drum lines. For the Starclassic Bubinga, Tama chose zinc die-cast hoops, which are manufactured by injecting molten metal into molds. Die-cast hoops have more density and are more consistent in shape than triple-flanged hoops, which are manufactured by bending metal plates. Die-cast hoops make tuning more consistent and easier to achieve because the tension bolts always contact the hoop properly. Drums fitted with die-cast hoops also offer crisper attack, clear and resonant highs and much more powerful rim shots.Starclassic's new claw hooks feature rubber spacers that help protect wood hoops from damage. The hooks and hoops work as one unit and won't separate or rattle, even on loose tunings.Tama's MSB30 die-cast bracket holds the spur bracket securely, thanks to the same powerful hinge mechanism used on the MTB30 mounting bracket. Unique memory markers found on the folding spur bracket help simplify set upStarclassic's Air Pocket rubber feet feature a special air chamber, that eliminates the transfer of vibrations to the floor (which chokes sustain and sound) and absorbs shock for better playing.The Hold Tight washer is a totally new and unique invention: a non-loosening washer. Its cup-shaped stainless steel washer contains a rubber ring so the tension rod pushes both the cup washer and the ru


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Tama Starclassic Bubinga 4 Pc. Shell Pack
Posted by Drumbum_1 from Newport News, Va on Sep 11, 2009
Experience w/product: I own it
Reviewer's Background: Active Musician
Reviewer's Play Style: Rock, R&B, Jazz
These drums are the real deal. I play a variety of musical genres, Rock, R&B, Funk, Top 40, Classic Rock- you name it. This kit transcends all of them and does so with limitless tonal articulation I've not seen in any other drums made today. Period. Tama has really upped the stakes with these beauties. Sure, they are expensive, but well worth the extra bucks. You could spend way more on another kit but, to me, your wasting your money. They sound great, tune up easy and pack a punch because of the denser characteristics of Bubinga or African Rosewood. Look no further than the Tama Bubinga for the ultimate kit. You won't be disappointed.

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Tama Starclassic Bubinga 4- Piece Shell Set
Posted by drummerboy from Los Angeles, CA on Jul 6, 2007
Experience w/product: I own it
Reviewer's Background: Active Studio Musician
Reviewer's Play Style: Rock, Blues, Pop
I just got this kit yesterday. I've played on it before my purchase. I fell in love with the dark, deep tone the toms produce. The bass drum is punchy and loud. I changed the heads from Evans G1s to Evans EC2s. Before this kit I had a Pacific FXR Birch, this Tama blows any drum set out of the water. I picked this kit over a DW

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TAMA STARPHONIC SNARE DRUMS REVIEW

TAMA Starphonic Concept

TAMA is on a quest to bring drummers a new sound in snare drums.

A solid sound that features full projection with rich resonant tone, combined with fine, crisp snare response. In order to achieve this new sound, we have developed a concept that incorporates entirely new hoop, lug, and strainer designs, married to a variety of uniquely constructed drum shells.
STARPHONIC snare drums are the result of 3 years of detailed research and precise testing.
A symphony of sound springs to life from each STARPHONIC drum as a result of their combination of unique special features: naturally resonant shell materials, Super Sensitive Hi-Carbon Snappy Snare wires, and a specially Grooved Hoop for a totally sharp but open sound.

With so many years of drum building history, only TAMA could achieve such a new radical design and sound.

Noteworthy Advancements of Tama Starphonic Snare Drums:

  • The "Grooved Hoop" is a totally new development in drum hoop design and is exclusive to out Tama Starphonic snare drums.
  • The shape of the "Bearing Edge" is one of the most important factors which affect drum sound. This is why Tama has worked so extensively on achieving the most functional shape for the drum head and edge.
  • Starphonic'  new strainer uses a "Linear-Drive" system, which we designed to give greater control of the lever adjustments arm and more precise control of the strainer's deployment motion.
  • Tama Starphonic "Detachable Strainer Butt" allows you to change your snare side head, but keeps the snare wire tension in its original state.
  • Super Sensitive Hi-Carbon Snappy Snares provide a more crisp, sensitive and brighter sound.
  • Freedom Lug & Claw Hook. By loosening the tension rods, you can tilt the claw hooks backwards and away from the grooved hoop. This quick release system offers simple, speedy replacement of drum heads without having to take all of the tension rods out of the lugs.
  • Starphonic's claw hooks have a rubber block inside to prevent the tension bolts from loosening during playing.
  • Ratchet style Snappy Tension Adjuster. To prevent the snare from loosening Tama incorporated a ratchet system on the strainers tension adjustment mechanism
Tama Starphonic Mappa Snare Drum Satin Mappa Burl 6x14 Tama Starphonic Mappa Snare Drum Satin Mappa Burl 6x14

The Tama Starphonic PMM146STM Mappa Snare Drum boasts a quick release freedom lug, claw hook, and grooved hoop for rapid drum head changes and enhanced tone. Precision tune the drum with the linear drive strainer's calibrated ratchet style tension adjustment knob. The Starphonic Mappa Snare drum has super sensitive hi-carbon snappy snares and a detachable butt plate for quick snare and head changes. This Tama snare drum has a beautiful satin mappa burl finish with 6-ply maple plus a 6mm outer ply of mappa burl.


Tama Starphonic Aluminum Snare Drum Seamless Aluminum 6x14 Tama Starphonic Aluminum Snare Drum Seamless Aluminum 6x14

The Tama Starphonic PAL146 Aluminum Snare Drum boasts a quick release freedom lug, claw hook, and grooved hoop for rapid drum head changes and enhanced tone. A "linear drive" strainer with calibrated ratchet style tension adjustment knob makes precision tuning simple. The Starphonic Aluminum snare includes super sensitive hi-carbon snappy snares and a detachable butt plate for quick snare and head changes. The drum's 1.2mm ultra-thin seamless aluminum shell delivers optimum resonance and pristine performance in any situation.


Tama Starphonic Brass Snare Drum Nickel Plated Brass 6x14 Tama Starphonic Brass Snare Drum Nickel Plated Brass 6x14

The Tama Starphonic PBR146 Brass Snare Drum has a 1.2mm nickel-plated brass shell a quick release freedom lug, claw hook, and grooved hoop for rapid drumhead changes and enhanced tone. A linear drive strainer with calibrated ratchet style tension adjustment knob makes precision tuning simple. The Tama Starphonic aluminum snare includes super sensitive hi-carbon snappy snares and a detachable butt plate for quick snare and head changes.


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Gretsch Drums USA Custom Snare Drum, Piano White Gloss 5.5x14
 
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Gretsch USA Custom Series Snare Drums are hand-crafted every step of the way in Gretsch's Ridgeland, SC factory by highly experienced and skilled drumsmiths. The series' 6-ply shell is the cornerstone of the legendary Gretsch sound. Gretsch drum shells are completed with 30-degree bearing edges, Silver Sealer, die-cast hoops and custom finishes. Gretsch Drums' ingredients all combine to make a sound long recognized for its classic clear timbre, balanced tone and explosive projection.

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Gretsch snare drum bag – 5 1/2 x 14

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Gretsch drum bags feature a plush interior that protect and maintain the appearance of your drums. The black and orange trim is both stylish and durable. Show the fans what drums you support in a Gretsch bag.

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  • Black with orange trim
  • Steel reinforced bindings
  • Embroidered Gretsch logo
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Gretsch Drums Renown Floor Tom, Slate Silver Sparkle 18x16
 
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The Gretsch Renown Mounted Floor Tom is constructed to exacting Renown standards—100% American rock maple shell, 30° bearing edges, die-cast hoops, painted UV gloss finishes, Evans G1 batter head, and upgraded with redesigned finishes.These factors combine to give you sound that has excellent overall tonal balance, power, and projection. The Gretsch Renown series of drums is designed to help you play your absolute best.

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Gretsch Drums Renown Floor Tom, Blue Burst 16x16
 
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The Gretsch Renown Mounted Floor Tom is constructed to exacting Renown standards—100% American rock maple shell, 30° bearing edges, die-cast hoops, painted UV gloss finishes, Evans G1 batter head, and upgraded with redesigned finishes.These factors combine to give you sound that has excellent overall tonal balance, power, and projection. The Gretsch Renown series of drums is designed to help you play your absolute best.

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Gretsch Drums New Classic Wood Snare Drum, Deep Cherry Gloss 5.5X14 Inches
 
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The New Classic Wood Snare Drum is part of Gretsch's New Classic Series, designed with vintage looks and new modern features, the first completely new design set for Gretsch drums in more than 50 years. Accented with vintage styled tube lugs, and proportionate American maple blended drum shells, this series is a true new classic for drummers. A side-throw strainer with dual fine adjustment on the throw and butt side allow infinite adjustment of the snares.

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The New Classic Wood Snare Drum is part of Gretsch's New Classic Series, designed with vintage looks and new modern features, the first completely new design set for Gretsch drums in more than 50 years. Accented with vintage styled tube lugs, and proportionate American maple blended drum shells, this series is a true new classic for drummers. A side-throw strainer with dual fine adjustment on the throw and butt side allow infinite adjustment of the snares.

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The New Classic Wood Snare Drum is part of Gretsch's New Classic Series, designed with vintage looks and new modern features, the first completely new design set for Gretsch drums in more than 50 years. Accented with vintage styled tube lugs, and proportionate American maple blended drum shells, this series is a true new classic for drummers. A side-throw strainer with dual fine adjustment on the throw and butt side allow infinite adjustment of the snares.

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