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		<title>Yamaha Rock Tour 4-Piece Drum Shell Pack with Matching Snare Drum Review</title>
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<p><!--Title--><strong>Yamaha Yamaha Rock Tour 4-Piece Drum Shell Pack with Matching Snare Drum</strong></p>
<p>Designed from the ground up as affordable, high-quality Yamaha drums with an edgy look.<br />
This Yamaha Rock Tour 4-Piece Drum Shell Pack includes a 22&#8243; x 18&#8243; R-Version kick drum, 12&#8243; x 8&#8243; rack tom, 16&#8243; x 15&#8243; floor tom, and a 14&#8243; x 6&#8243; matching snare drum.</p>
<p><b>Big Leaf Mahogany Drum Shells</b><br />
Known for its great beauty and durability, big leaf mahogany has been used for centuries to craft high-quality wood products. The wood delivers a rich and warm mid-low range tone with a short, natural decay. These Yamaha drums also use 100% reforested environmentally controlled material.</p>
<p><b>R-Version Kick Drum</b><br />
For drummers that prefer an open, fat sound Yamaha&#8217;s &#8220;R-Version&#8221; kick drum shells are designed with no tom mounts to maximize the drum shell&#8217;s tone potential.</p>
<p><b>YESS!</b><br />
The tom drum shell is equipped with Yamaha&#8217;s original YESS mount, which minimizes mount-to-shell contact—to enhance the Yamaha drum&#8217;s resonance, increase dynamic range, and produce longer sustain.</p>
<p><b>Floor Tom Legs</b><br />
Large vertical floor tom brackets are fitted for drummers who play with intensity. </p>
<p><b>Kickin&#8217; Front Head</b><br />
The kick drum head is emblazoned with a prominently positioned Yamaha logo mark that looks sharp and is easy to spot even when the Yamaha drums are positioned at the back of the stage.</p>
<p><b>Pinstripe Drumheads</b><br />
Tom and floor toms are fitted with Remo Pinstripe Heads for massive punishment and durability.</p>
<p>If you have your sights set on becoming a rock drummer, it&#8217;s important that the drums you are playing will help you reach your goal. The Yamaha Rock Tour Series drums that comprise this drum shell pack are the perfect choice, delivering a solid, powerful sound with sharp attack that will cut through and get you noticed. Hardware and tom drums offer quality inherited from Yamaha&#8217;s high-end kits, and the sets provide excellent durability and performance.</p>
<p>Cymbals and hardware not included.</p>
<p>Yamaha Yamaha Rock Tour 4-Piece Drum Shell Pack with Matching Snare Drum Features:<br />
Yamaha Drum Shell Pack<br />
22&#8243; x 18&#8243; R-Version kick drum<br />
12&#8243; x 8&#8243; rack tom<br />
16&#8243; x 15&#8243; floor tom<br />
14&#8243; x 6&#8243; Rock Tour snare</p>
<p>6 plies of Big Leaf Mahogany<br />
2 plies of ash<br />
100% reforested environmentally controlled material<br />
R-Version kick drum shell designed with no tom mounts to maximize tone potential<br />
Tom shell equipped with Yamaha&#8217;s original YESS mount, which minimizes mount-to-shell contact<br />
Tour Custom-style chrome lugs<br />
Large vertical floor tom brackets<br />
Large Yamaha logo on kick drum head<br />
Tom and floor toms fitted with Remo Pinstripe Heads<br />
Remo Ambassador head on snare<br />
These Yamaha drums can withstand a rigorous touring schedule and still provide unmatched tone when in the recording studio.</p>
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<p><strong>Rating:</strong> 5 out of 5 stars<br />
Awesome quality. Killer looks. Yamaha name. Comes standard with Remo pinstripe heads&#8230;This is one great drum set at a great price. The edgy looks are beautifully crafted on this cutting edge Yamaha drum set. Solid, powerful sound for rock drummers.<br />
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		<title>Gretsch drums Catalina Ash Fusion Shell Pack with free 8&#8243; tom review</title>
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<p>The Catalina Ash Fusion Gretsch Shell Pack is designed with power in mind for the drum player who is looking for full, penetrating tones and solid overall features. Ash wood produces a lively drum tone that projects a clear, cutting sound. The snare quickly reacts with an aggressive tone that bites with authority and the UV gloss finish fully reveal the visually striking ash wood grain pattern throughout the drum set. Other features include pro tom holders, heavy 2.5 triple-flanged hoops, die-cast bass drum claws, telescopic spurs, and the GTS tom suspension system. Cymbals and hardware sold separately.</p>
<p>Gretsch Drums Catalina Ash Fusion Shell Pack with Free 8&#8243; Tom Features:</p>
<p>    * Toms are equipped with Pro tom holders that feature ball/socket style for multi-angle positioning and stable GTS suspension systems<br />
    * Ash formula shells with 45 degree bearing edges and natural interiors<br />
    * 6-ply toms, 7-ply bass drum, and 9-ply snare drum<br />
    * Free 8&#8243; x 7&#8243; tom included<br />
    * 2.5mm triple-flanged hoops come standard on the toms and snare</p>
<p>      Sizes:<br />
    * 22&#8243; x 18&#8243; bass drum<br />
    * 8&#8243; x 7&#8243; free tom<br />
    * 10&#8243; x 8&#8243; tom<br />
    * 12&#8243; x 9&#8243; tom<br />
    * 14&#8243; x 14&#8243; floor tom<br />
    * 5&#8243; x 14&#8243; snare drum<br />
    * Cymbals and hardware sold separatley</p>
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<p><strong>Rating:</strong> 5 out of 5 stars<br />
I love the Gretsch Catalinas. They&#8217;re constructed well and their sound is unique. This is a great drum set for the entry level drummer or the drummer who is a little strapped for cash. Great hardware and the finish is beautiful. They&#8217;ve put in a lot of high quality features for a set that&#8217;s priced so low.<br />
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		<title>Mapex Meridian Birch Standard Drum Shell Pack Review</title>
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 A tour-friendly set that&#8217;s lightweight and durable.</p>
<p>This birch Mapex 5-Piece Standard Drum Set is appointed with 6-ply, 100% birch shells that deliver an incredible high-end attack, a narrower midrange, and plenty of bottom end punch. Some of the main appointments include the Mapex I.T.S. Mounting System, which has minimal contact for better tone, and tom holders with an extra cymbal arm. This Mapex drum set also features a full set of double-braced stands and a solid kick drum pedal with a Tri-Tonal Beater.</p>
<p>This Mapex Meridian drum set offers you lighter-weight and less bulky appointments. From tom holders, to lugs, to their tom mounting system, Mapex has rethought everything on this drum kit to bring a lighter, easier to set up, and more tour-friendly drum set to the market.</p>
<p>The drum shells feature Mapex&#8217;s I.T.S. Mounting System in a commitment to the theory of less is more. The mount is compact to enhance overall drum response by mounting to the lug casings for less drum shell contact. The Mapex drum mount also enables you to change drumheads while the tom is still mounted to the tom holder.</p>
<p>The included tom holders are light with little bulk, offering a sleek look and less of a load. The corner friendly double tom mounts have a middle cymbal arm position (not included) for fewer tripod stands on the floor. The stands feature form-fitting memory locks, designed to fit the bottom contour of the mounting bracket to eliminate slipping for quick and easy setup night after night.</p>
<p>Cymbals not included.</p>
<p>Mapex Meridian Birch 5-Piece Standard Drum Set Features:</p>
<p>    * 100% 6-ply birch shells<br />
    * 22&#8243; x 18&#8243; kick drum<br />
    * 12&#8243; x 9&#8243; and 13&#8243; x 10&#8243; rack toms<br />
    * 16&#8243; x 16&#8243; floor tom<br />
    * 14&#8243; x 5-1/2&#8243; snare drum<br />
    * Redesigned I.T.S. Mounting system<br />
    * Double tom holder w/ third position for cymbal placement<br />
    * Fit to Form memory locks<br />
    * 1.6mm flanged hoops<br />
    * Durable, lightweight spurs<br />
    * Tension casings / lugs compact<br />
    * Insulated bass drum claws<br />
    * Remo Asia Pinstripes for the toms</p>
<p>      Hardware:<br />
    * P700A kick drum pedal<br />
    * S700A snare drum stand<br />
    * C700A straight cymbal stand<br />
    * B700A boom cymbal stand<br />
    * H700A hi-hat stand</p>
<p>Mapex Meridian Birch is sheer perfection for the weekend warrior or club date drummer. Order today.</p>
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<p><strong>Rating:</strong> 4.5 out of 5 stars<br />
Great looking, very affordable drum kit from Mapex. <b>I can&#8217;t believe the price of this birch drum kit.</b> Comes with Mapex&#8217;s I.T.S. Mounting System for better resonance and less restriction. This would truly be a great set for the beginning drummer.<br />
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		<description><![CDATA[Pearl Reference 5-Piece Fusion Shell Pack Review This shell pack includes a 22&#8243; x 18&#8243; kick drum, 10&#8243; x 8&#8243; and 12&#8243; x 9&#8243; rack toms, and 14&#8243; x 11&#8243; and 16&#8243; x 13&#8243; floor toms. Pearl&#8217;s Reference Series: These are drums with a rich inner beauty crafted by the artful blending of the finest [...]]]></description>
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<p><!--Title--><strong>Pearl Reference 5-Piece Fusion Shell Pack Review</strong></p>
<p>This shell pack includes a 22&#8243; x 18&#8243; kick drum, 10&#8243; x 8&#8243; and 12&#8243; x 9&#8243; rack toms, and 14&#8243; x 11&#8243; and 16&#8243; x 13&#8243; floor toms.</p>
<p>Pearl&#8217;s Reference Series: These are drums with a rich inner beauty crafted by the artful blending of the finest birch, maple, and African mahogany. Each drum is individually engineered to deliver tonal perfection.</p>
<p>The mission behind the Pearl Reference Series is a complete set of individually engineered, incredible-sounding drums.</p>
<p>To fully understand the Pearl Reference Series, you must understand that the desired tonal characteristics of a 10&#8243; tom are completely different than that of a 22&#8243; bass drum. Thus, to use the same material in both drums would result in a compromise.</p>
<p><b>The Shells</b><br />
Pearl Reference Series drums use a combination of task-specific bearing edges and three time-proven woods: birch, maple, and African mahogany. Using maple as a sole material has long been the traditional choice for shells and for good reason. Maple provides smooth, well-balanced tone that is perfect for a 12&#8243; tom. Subsequently, all Reference Series 12&#8243; toms are composed of six plies of maple, the only single-wood shell in the series. The 10&#8243; and 8&#8243; toms receive four plies of maple with two inner plies of birch for cut and attack. For maximum response, all 13&#8243; and smaller toms have rounded 45° bearing edges.</p>
<p>Beginning with the 13&#8243; and larger toms, mahogany is added to the inner plies to increase the lower frequencies and accentuate the warmth of the maple. The 14&#8243; toms and larger begin using fully rounded bearing edges for even more shell contact. 18&#8243; and 20&#8243; bass drums use four inner plies of mahogany with two outer plies of maple. As the size of the bass drums increase, so does the amount of mahogany. The 22&#8243; and 24&#8243; bass drums incorporate an amazing six inner plies of mahogany surrounded by two outer plies of maple for the ultimate in solid responsive bass frequencies.</p>
<p>With Pearl Reference, it&#8217;s not about compromise; it&#8217;s about every drum in your kit performing at its optimal capacity.</p>
<p>The Hardware The same tireless pursuit of perfection that goes into Pearl&#8217;s legendary drums is found in its hardware. This hardware was designed to maximize the sound of your drums. Pearl hardware has set a high standard for strength, durability, and innovation.</p>
<p><b>Lug design</b><br />
Bridge-style lugs and floor tom brackets provide maximum resonance with minimal shell contact. Pearl&#8217;s revolutionary BRL lugs assure the ultimate in head seating and tuning integrity. The unique swivel function allows the tension rods to align perfectly into the lugs so there&#8217;s no lateral pressure against the hoops, thus assuring maximum resonance and sustain.</p>
<p><b>Bass drum claw hook</b><br />
Pearl&#8217;s kick drum claws incorporate rubber hoop isolators for scratch prevention on lacquered hoops, to provide evenly distributed clamping force for consistent tuning. The key bolts are recessed for snag-free fit in carrying cases and to eliminate accidental detuning.</p>
<p><b>Floor tom leg brackets with air-suspended rubber tips</b><br />
Full height adjustment with Pearl&#8217;s built in memory lock keeps floor tom positioning perfectly set. Pearls&#8217; patented Air Suspension Rubber Tip allows your floor tom to rest on a cushion of air. These large rubber feet prevent premature sound decay from floor contact. Floor toms never had it so good.</p>
<p><b>OptiMount suspension system</b><br />
The OptiMount Suspension System provides tom mounting with zero shell contact for ultimate resonance. By attaching to the tension bolts via isolated rubber bushings the shell is allowed to float which, in turn, allows it to sing to its fullest capabilities.</p>
<p><b>MasterCast die-cast hoop</b><br />
Pearls&#8217; die-cast hoops offer state-of-the-art head seating and tuning capabilities thanks to its structural strength and precision manufacturing technique. The MasterCast Hoop system prevents binding and allows the shell to resonate to its absolute fullest potential.</p>
<p><b>Bass drum spur</b><br />
Pearls&#8217; telescoping spurs feature rubber or spike tips for maximum traction control. The high-grip rubber tip can be retracted to allow a recessed spike to be exposed for maximum bite on carpeted surfaces.</p>
<p><b>Stainless steel suspension rods and bolts</b><br />
Pearl&#8217;s stainless steel tension rods are machined from a single piece of stainless steel to the most exacting tolerances in the industry. They feature super smooth and precise tensioning with absolutely no play. Each is matched with a precision-machined brass swivel nut for ultra-precise performance.</p>
<p>Cymbals, stands, and kick pedal not included.</p>
<p><b>Pearl Reference 5-Piece Fusion Shell Pack Features:</b></p>
<p>    * Drum sizes include:<br />
    * 22&#8243; x 18&#8243; kick drum<br />
    * 10&#8243; x 8&#8243; and 12&#8243; x 9&#8243; rack toms<br />
    * 14&#8243; x 11&#8243; and 16&#8243; x 13&#8243; floor toms</p>
<p>      5-Piece Fusion Shell Pack features:<br />
    * BRL bridge lugs with swivel function<br />
    * LB-200 bridge floor tom leg brackets<br />
    * LG-200 floor tom legs<br />
    * SP-300 spurs<br />
    * MasterCast die cast hoops<br />
    * Aluminum OptiMount tom holders<br />
    * Stainless steel tension rods<br />
    * Molded rubber gaskets<br />
    * Remo coated &#8220;JP&#8221; Ambassador tom batters<br />
    * Remo coated &#8220;JP&#8221; Powerstroke3 kick drum heads<br />
    * Cymbals, stands, and kick pedal not included.</p>
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<p><strong>Rating:</strong> 5 out of 5 stars<br />
One of Pearl&#8217;s flagship drum sets&#8230;Beautiful finish and beautiful sound. A lot of engineering went into this drum set line up. I&#8217;m very impressed how Pearl has designed each part of the drum set from ground up, focusing on each individual tonal range for each drum. Shells are beautifully crafted and Pearl hardware, lugs, etc., are very well thought out. I&#8217;m a big fan of the optimount system as well. Isolates the individual drum for great sound. This set is a winner.<br />
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		<title>ddrum Dios Exotic Tiger Eye Bubinga 6-Piece Drum Shell Pack Review</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[ddrum Dios Exotic Tiger Eye Bubinga 6-Piece Drum Shell Pack This drum shell pack comes with a 20&#8243; x 20&#8243; kick drum, 10&#8243; x 8&#8243; and 12&#8243; x 8&#8243; rack toms, 14&#8243; x12&#8243; and 16&#8243; x 12&#8243; floor toms, and a 13&#8243; x 7&#8243; snare. The rich, full texture of this ddrum Dios Series&#8217; Tiger [...]]]></description>
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<p>This drum shell pack comes with a 20&#8243; x 20&#8243; kick drum, 10&#8243; x 8&#8243; and 12&#8243; x 8&#8243; rack toms, 14&#8243; x12&#8243; and 16&#8243; x 12&#8243; floor toms, and a 13&#8243; x 7&#8243; snare.</p>
<p>The rich, full texture of this ddrum Dios Series&#8217; Tiger Eye Bubinga 6-Piece shell pack has no equal. While the spectacular outer ply of Tiger Eye bubinga gives each drum a dark visual appearance, its tonal body is very bright and focused; projecting with unparalleled attack and volume, due to the harder nature of the wood, and heaviness of the drum shell. Shimmering highs and channeled lows are the hallmark of its character.</p>
<p>ddrum Dios drums are fashioned to bridge the gap between time-tested orthodoxy and the latest in percussion technology. Beginning with bubinga from West Africa, these drum shells are thinner type of shell to allow the unique tonal character of these exotic hardwoods to truly shine. The outer drum shell features the character of Tiger Eye bubinga. The beauty of this exotic wood is showcased through a glass-like lacquer finish. The hand-stained inner shell of each drum creates a smooth conduit for vibration and sound to travel through, delivering tone that will ignite an almost emotional response every time it is played. The ddrum Dios Exotic Tiger Eye drum shells are also accented further with classic tube-style lugs, die-cast hoops, and a variety of unique setups, Dios Series drums echo the call for a new percussive tradition.</p>
<p>Cymbals and hardware not included.</p>
<p>The ddrum Dios Exotic Tiger Eye Bubinga 6-Piece Drum Shell Pack Features:</p>
<p>* Drum Shell sizes include:<br />
* 20&#8243; x 20&#8243; kick drum<br />
* 10&#8243; x 8&#8243; and 12&#8243; x 8&#8243; rack toms<br />
* 14&#8243; x12&#8243; and 16&#8243; x 12&#8243; floor toms<br />
* 13&#8243; x 7&#8243; snare drum</p>
<p>8-ply bubinga drum shells<br />
* Outer ply of exotic Tiger Eye bubinga<br />
* Classic tube-style lugs Die-cast hoops</p>
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<p><strong>Rating:</strong> 5 out of 5 stars<br />
Beautiful set made of quality, exotic African bubinga wood. Looks like a great intermediate/advanced drum kit. ddrums have a very nice sound to them and the hardware is reminiscent of the &#8220;big brother&#8221; dw drum sets.</p>
<p><strong>What the heck is Bubinga wood?</strong><br />
<strong>Excerpt taken from <a href="http://www.gretsch.com">Gretsch.com</a>:</strong></p>
<p>Bubinga’s natural wood tone accentuates low-end fundamental frequencies yet still produces a clearly defined overall sound.</p>
<p><strong>Excerpt taken from <a href="http://www.thewoodbox.com/data/wood/bubingaInfo.htm">Thewoodbox.com</a>:</strong></p>
<p>Bubinga wood can be an amazingly wavy-figured exotic wood, sought by guitar makers and small box builders alike&#8230; often referred to as an African rosewood, although technically NOT from the rosewood family.</p>
<p>The Tree:(Guibourtia tessmannii)</p>
<p>&#8220;The bubinga tree grows to heights of up to 100&#8242; and 3&#8242; in diameter and grows mostly in parts of West Africa, Cameroon and surrounding nations. Trees this large can produce quite wide and long lumber.&#8221; The lumber can be pretty pricey.</p>
<p>&#8220;Bubinga can have multi-shaded, interlocking or wavy-figured bands of color in different shades of red with distinct purple overtones, in the more exotic samples, and fine, linear grain with greater color consistency in the balance. Color does darken with age.&#8221;</p>
<p>&#8220;It is often referred to as an African rosewood, although technically NOT from the rosewood family. &#8221;</p>
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		<title>Pacific Drums Z5 5-Piece Drum Set with Cymbals Review</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[And other colors to choose from&#8230; Pacific Drums Z5 5-Piece Drum Set with Cymbals The Z5 Series from Pacific Drums and Percussion is the perfect choice for aspiring drummers. This 5-piece PDP drum set features DW&#8217;s famous F.A.S.T. tom sizes (10 x 8, 12 x 9, and 14 x 12), all-wood construction, and a brand [...]]]></description>
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<p>The Z5 Series from Pacific Drums and Percussion is the perfect choice for aspiring drummers. This 5-piece PDP drum set features DW&#8217;s famous F.A.S.T. tom sizes (10 x 8, 12 x 9, and 14 x 12), all-wood construction, and a brand new array of spotlight-stealing colors.</p>
<p>Pacific Drums by DW Z5 5-Piece Drum Set with Cymbals Features:</p>
<p>    * PDP Drums<br />
    * Bass drum: 16&#8243; x 22&#8243;<br />
    * Tom toms: 8&#8243; x 10&#8243;, 9&#8243; x 12&#8243;, 12&#8243; x 14&#8243; (with legs)<br />
    * Snare drum: 5&#8243; x 14&#8243;</p>
<p>      Cymbals<br />
    * 14&#8243; hi-hat cymbals<br />
    * 16&#8243; crash/ride cymbal</p>
<p>      Drum Hardware<br />
    * Hi-Hat stand<br />
    * Snare stand<br />
    * Single pedal<br />
    * Straight cymbal stand</p>
<p>Includes a free gift:<br />
    * Stagg 12 PAIR BIRCH STICKS &#8211; $43.08 MSRP!</p>
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<p><strong>Rating:</strong> 4.5 out of 5 stars<br />
Quality looks pretty decent, and the drum set gets good reviews from owners&#8230;you may not be able to beat this deal. Definitely a good set up for the beginner. The price is <strong><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.prodrumreviews.com/goto/unbelievable/856/6" target="_top">unbelievable<!--cloak--></a><img src="http://www.tqlkg.com/image-3690026-10684459" width="1" height="1" border="0"/></strong> on it. This makes for a great drum set for the drummer who is on a budget. It has a wide choice in color ways, the hardware looks decent&#8230;Cymbals would probably need replacement pretty soon and some nice new drum heads would up the sound quality as well.<br />
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		<title>Yamaha Gigmaker Drums 5-Piece Shell Pack Review</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Yamaha Gigmaker 5-Piece Shell Pack This Gigmaker 5-Piece Shell Pack is the perfect solution for the beginning or intermediate player who wants the quality of a Yamaha kit, without the hefty price tag. The Gigmaker kick drum shell is 7 plies of basswood/poplar, and the floor toms, rack toms, and snare drum shells are 6 [...]]]></description>
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<p>This Gigmaker 5-Piece Shell Pack is the perfect solution for the beginning or intermediate player who wants the quality of a Yamaha kit, without the hefty price tag.</p>
<p>The Gigmaker kick drum shell is 7 plies of basswood/poplar, and the floor toms, rack toms, and snare drum shells are 6 plies of basswood/poplar. Each drum features triple-flange, 1.6mm steel hoops and pro-quality lugs—eight on the kick and snare, six on the rack and floor toms. The springless design of these popular lugs utilizes a structure that effectively eliminates unwanted noise.</p>
<p>Hardware and cymbals not included.</p>
<p>Yamaha Gigmaker 5-Piece Shell Pack Features:</p>
<p>    * Drum sizes included:<br />
    * 22&#8243;x 16&#8243; kick drum<br />
    * 13&#8243; x 9-1/2&#8243; and 12&#8243;x 9&#8243; mounted toms<br />
    * 16&#8243; x 16&#8243; floor tom<br />
    * 14&#8243; x 5-1/2&#8243; wood snare</p>
<p>      Shell Construction:<br />
    * Kick drum is 7-ply basswood/poplar<br />
    * Floor toms, rack toms, and snare drum are 6-ply basswood/poplar<br />
    * 8 lugs on kick drum and snare drum<br />
    * 6 lugs on toms and floor tom<br />
    * 1.6mm steel triple-flange hoops<br />
    * Includes tom holder</p>
<p>      Hardware and cymbals not included</p>
<p>Surprise yourself with the high quality of this inexpensive shell pack.</p>
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<p><strong>Rating:</strong> 4.5 out of 5 stars<br />
Solid drum set. The Yamaha Gigmaker drum set is a great first step for the beginner drummer and even intermediate drummers alike. Yamaha shells are high quality, which means even their lower priced drum sets like this one can get some good sound projection. Change out the factory heads and really open them up. Having played a few different Yamaha entry level kits, I can definitely say that these kits make for a sound investment. Set yourself up with a <a href="http://prodrumreviews.com/2009/10/zildjian-zxt-rock-bonus-box-set-with-free-18-rock-crash/"> low price cymbal pack</a> and some low priced, <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.prodrumreviews.com/goto/Sound_Percussion_drum_hardware/803/4" target="_top">Sound Percussion drum hardware<!--cloak--></a><img src="http://www.awltovhc.com/image-3690026-10684459" width="1" height="1" border="0"/>, and your in the whole set up for cheap.<br />
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<p><!--Title--><strong>Tama Imperialstar 5-Piece Standard Drum Set with Cymbals</strong></p>
<p>With over 40 years of experience, Tama knows what drummers really want. Which is why, no matter how long you&#8217;ve been playing the drums, no matter what budget you have to work with, Tama has the set you need, want, and can afford. Now Tama has launched the most affordable kit to ever incorporate so many high-end features—Imperialstar. Every aspect of the modern drum kit was exhaustively examined and reexamined and then improved before it was accepted as part of the Imperialstar design. Which is why, if you start playing Imperialstar now as a beginner, you&#8217;ll still enjoy playing it when you&#8217;ve achieved pro-status. That&#8217;s how good these groundbreaking new drums are.</p>
<p>Only Tama Imperialstar comes with a complete set of genuine Meinl HCS cymbals. These high-quality brass cymbals are made in Germany and are sonically matched so they sound great together. They are even lathed for a more refined tonal character. The set includes 14&#8243; hi-hats, 16&#8243; crash cymbal and 20&#8243; ride cymbal.</p>
<p>Shells:100% poplar 6-ply/7.5mm<br />
Poplar wood has been used in making drum shells for over 50 years. It offers a full, warm tone combined with medium attack.</p>
<p>Precise Bearing Edges<br />
A drum&#8217;s bearing edge is one of the most important components in drum sound. Tama&#8217;s advanced edge-cutting process provides extremely precise bearing edges—which allow Tama shells to ring openly and fully, and provide a wide range of tuneability, sensitivity, and response.</p>
<p>100% Glued Finishes<br />
Some drum companies only affix their wraps to the drum shell by taping the finish at &#8220;selected contact points.&#8221; At Tama, all wrapped finishes are glued to the shell 100% to eliminate warping, buzzing, or lifting. This process allows the shell to resonate fully and consistently. It&#8217;s more work, but Tama feels the extra effort is worth it, for a difference you can see and hear.</p>
<p>Original Small Lugs<br />
Imperialstar lugs are 10% smaller than the lugs of Tama&#8217;s previous Swingstar Series for even greater shell resonance.</p>
<p>Drum Heads<br />
Batter-side heads are made of clear 250 microns-thick film for richer tone and greater durability. Ring mufflers on bass drum heads remove the need for additional internal muffling.</p>
<p>Accu-Tune Bass Drum Hoops<br />
A special-formulation hi-tech material offers lighter weight and faster, more stable, tuning than traditional metal hoops. In addition, since Accu-Tune hoops use tension bolts instead of clawhooks and T-rods, head changes and packing up are a breeze.</p>
<p>Spur Brackets<br />
Imperialstar spur bracket features the same look and style as Tama&#8217;s high-end Starclassic drums and provides maximum durability and stability.</p>
<p>Tom Holder<br />
Tama L-Rod and Omnisphere tom holder systems have received acclaim from drummers for over 25 years. These systems offer easy positioning, maximum flexibility, stability, and greater sound than standard designs which penetrate the shell interior and can inhibit resonance.</p>
<p>Tom Brackets The eye-bolt structure is rock solid, holding the toms in place securely.</p>
<p>Tama Imperialstar 5-Piece Standard Drum Set with Cymbals And Free 10&#8243; Splash Features:</p>
<p>    * 100% poplar 6-ply/7.5mm shells<br />
    * Precise bearing edges<br />
    * 100% glued finishes<br />
    * Original small lugs<br />
    * Drum heads<br />
    * Accu-tune bass drum hoops<br />
    * Spur brackets<br />
    * Tom holder<br />
    * Tom brackets</p>
<p>      Drum sizes include:<br />
    * 22&#8243; x 18&#8243; Kick Drum (ISB22E)<br />
    * 12&#8243; x 9&#8243; Tom Tom (IST12A)<br />
    * 13&#8243; x 10&#8243; Tom Tom (IST13A)<br />
    * 16&#8243; x 16&#8243; Floor Tom (ISF16D)<br />
    * 14&#8243; x 5-1/2&#8243; Snare Drum (IWS55)</p>
<p>      Hardware includes:<br />
    * Double Tom Holder (MTH600)<br />
    * Straight Cymbal Stand (HC32W)<br />
    * Boom Cymbal Stand (HC33BW)<br />
    * Snare Stand (HS30W)<br />
    * Hi-Hat Stand (HH35W)<br />
    * Drum Pedal (HP30)<br />
    * Drum Throne (HT25)<br />
    * Cymbal holder</p>
<p>      Cymbals included:<br />
    * Meinl HCS 20&#8243; ride<br />
    * Meinl HCS 16&#8243; crash<br />
    * Meinl HCS 14&#8243; hi-hat pair</p>
<p>Royally rock out on this fully loaded Imperialstar kit. </p>
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<p><strong>Rating:</strong> 5 out of 5 stars<br />
Killer deal, great brand name, comes with a complete set of Meinl HCS cymbals and even a bonus splash&#8230;This is a great deal, period. Perfect set up for beginning drummers who want a set that will grow them for a while. I&#8217;ve had a chance to play some Tama drums and one of the things I liked most about the sets were the hardware. Tama has some great innovations in that area. They&#8217;re a trusted name and make great kits for people of all budget levels&#8230;I don&#8217;t know what it is, but the bronze and Midnight Mist colors just do it for me. It&#8217;s unique. If you&#8217;re in the market for a full kit set up, this is one to put at the top of the list.<br />
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<p>Includes a free throne</p>
<p>Ludwig Accent 5-Piece Combo Drum Set<br />
Famous Ludwig quality and select wood shells including a matching wood snare drum. The drum shells feature wrapped finishes. 22&#8243; x 16&#8243; bass, 12&#8243; x 10&#8243; and 13&#8243; x 11&#8243; toms, 16&#8243; x 16&#8243; floor tom, and a 6-1/2&#8243; x 14&#8243; snare. Hardware includes LA214FP bass pedal, snare stand, and straight cymbal and hi-hat stands. Includes throne.</p>
<p>Ludwig Accent 5-Piece Drum Kit Features:</p>
<p>    * Famous Ludwig quality<br />
    * Select wood shells<br />
    * Matching wood snare<br />
    * Wrapped finishes<br />
    * 22&#8243; x 16&#8243; bass<br />
    * 12&#8243; x 10&#8243; and 13&#8243; x 11&#8243; toms<br />
    * 16&#8243; x 16&#8243; floor tom<br />
    * 6-1/2&#8243; x 14&#8243; snare<br />
    * Bass pedal<br />
    * Snare stand<br />
    * Straight cymbal and hi-hat stands<br />
    * Free throne</p>
<p>This is a drum set that&#8217;ll serve you well for many years. </p>
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<p><strong>Rating:</strong> 5 out of 5 stars<br />
Here&#8217;s a Ludwig Accent 5 piece set that is just a great, all-around entry-level kit. Ludwig has been around for a long time and they make quality kits. Hardware is good and it holds up to some abuse. Great sound capabilities&#8211;Get some new heads after beating the stock ones around a bit to really make it open up. The price point on this drum set is amazing.<br />
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<p><!--Title--><strong>ddrum Diablo Punx 5-Piece Drum Set</strong><br />
The Diablo Punx 5-piece is a great drum set for players in their formative years. Drummers shouldn&#8217;t have to wait for premium gear, and this set is a bridge between affordability and pro-quality with elements normally found on sets 3 times its cost.</p>
<p>The Diablo Punx 5-piece drum set features basswood shells, upgraded wood bass drum hoops, powdercoated hoops and fittings, a 200 Series Hardware Pack, and Remo drum heads.</p>
<p>ddrum&#8217;s 200 Series hardware pack includes a double-chain kick drum pedal, a double-braced snare drum stand, a double-braced boom cymbal stand, a double-braced straight cymbal stand, and a double-chain hi-hat stand that is also double braced.</p>
<p>Cymbals sold separately. Note: 12&#8243; x 8&#8243; tom mounts on a cymbal stand with included mounting hardware.</p>
<p>ddrum Diablo Punx 5-Piece Drum Set Features:</p>
<p>    * Diablo Punx 5-piece Shell Pack<br />
    * Basswood Shells<br />
    * Upgraded Wood Bass Drum Hoops and Hardware<br />
    * Powder-Coated Hoops and Fittings<br />
    * Complete Hardware Packs<br />
    * Remo Heads</p>
<p>      Sizes:<br />
    * 22&#8243; x 20&#8243; bass drum<br />
    * 12&#8243; x 8&#8243; rack tom<br />
    * 14&#8243; x 14&#8243; floor tom<br />
    * 16&#8243; x 14&#8243; floor tom<br />
    * 14&#8243; x 7&#8243; snare drum</p>
<p>      200 Series Hardware Pack:<br />
    * BDP200 kick pedal<br />
    * SDS200 snare drum stand<br />
    * CSB200 boom stand<br />
    * CSS200 straight stand<br />
    * HH200 hi-hat stand<br />
    * Tom mount for cymbal stand<br />
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<p><strong>Rating:</strong> 5 out of 5 stars<br />
Deep sounding bass and crisp attack on the snare gives this set a five star rating. Great price point. Get some good <a href="http://prodrumreviews.com/2009/11/sabian-b8-pro-cymbal-3-pack-plus-free-splash-cymbal-great-gift-idea/"> cymbals</a> and you&#8217;ll have a decent rock drum kit. The styling of this drum set is awesome and it comes in a variety of colors, although I prefer the one pictured here&#8211;Cool red hardware on black. This drum set gets really good ratings on the <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.prodrumreviews.com/goto/vendor_s/723/4" target="_top">vendor&#8217;s<!--cloak--></a><img src="http://www.ftjcfx.com/image-3690026-10684459" width="1" height="1" border="0"/>site.<br />
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