ddrum Dominion 26 5-Piece Maple Shell Pack

* Maple shells
* Dual 45-degree bearing edges
* Die-cast hoops
* Gloss lacquered finish with matching bass drum hoops
* Sizes:
* 26″ x 18″ bass drum
* 14″ x 9″ rack tom
* 16″ x 16″ floor tom
* 18″ x 16″ floor tom
* 7″ x 14″ snare drum

ddrum Dominion 26 5-Piece Maple Shell Pack
This ddrum Dominion 26 5-Piece Shell Pack answers the demands of most rock drummers by putting the features they require right into their pocket. The massive 26″ kick drum, 14″ rack tom, and dual floor toms deliver enormous volume and earth-rumbling lows.

This Dominion drum set’s all-maple shells are comprised of lumber from two separate continents: North America and Asia. This unique combination takes the tried-and-true tone of the drum world’s most-preferred timbre, and elevates it to the next level.

Every facet of the 100% maple shell—from the precision dual 45-degree bearing edges to the gloss lacquered finish—is hand crafted to ddrum’s exacting specifications for perfect performance. Die-Cast hoops are added to the equation for volume and tuning precision.

Cymbals and hardware not included.

Rating:
Ok, this is where personal opinion comes in…This set is beautiful. Maple shells for a nice rounded tone, great shell sizes made for rock. 45 degree bearing edges for perfect head seating, natural finish…The price on this shell pack is phenomenal. Check this set out

DW Eco-X 5-Piece Shell Pack Standard

* Hybrid bamboo/birch shells
* True Pitch Tuning
* STM (Suspension Tom Mounts)
* Proportional Counter Hoops
* DW Heads by Remo USA
* Sizes:
* (Choose between) 20″ x 18″ or 22″ x 18″ bass drum
* 10″ x 8″ tom
* 12″ x 9″ tom
* 14″ x 12″ floor tom
* 5-1/2″ x 14″ snare drum

DW Eco-X 5-Piece Shell Pack
DW provides drummers with yet another sonic option, while at the same time utilizing renewable resources—that’s Eco-X. They are big, full-sounding drums with a huge fundamental, and all of the warmth, resonance, and attack that Collector’s Series drums are known for.

This DW Eco-X 5-piece drum shell pack not only satisfies drummer’s needs with its huge sound, and full frequency range, but it also satisfies our need to be environmentally conscious. The unique hybrid bamboo/birch shells provide increased high-end attack, while DW’s X Shell technology offers unprecedented low-end response. Plus, DW drummer-friendly features such as True Pitch Tuning, STM (Suspension Tom Mounts), Proportional Counter Hoops and DW Heads by Remo USA all come standard. It’s a giant leap forward in shell technology and everyone wins!

Making drum shells sound better is what DW does best. The X Shell technology all started with DW’s foray into VLT, or Vertical Low Timbre Technology. They found that in experimenting with alternate ways to cross-laminate a shell, the tension on the shell could be greatly decreased if the majority of plies were run vertically, rather than horizontally. Just like a guitar string, the tighter it gets, the higher in pitch it goes.

Drum shells must be cross-laminated for strength, so the idea of designing a completely vertical shell to achieve optimal low frequencies was never an option, until now—enter X Shells. The concept was derived from DW’s popular line of VGE (Vertical Grain Exotics). DW had been laminating veneer in a diagonal orientation for a while, but had never considered the sonic benefits until Master Drum Designer John Good proposed it, “If we can mimic the effect of a complete VLT shell, we’ll have created the lowest sounding drum ever.” The first prototype was made and the result was a home run. Exactly what Mr. Good had anticipated, big, full-sounding drums with a huge fundamental, and all of the warmth, resonance, and attack that DW Collector’s Series drums are known for.

Cymbals and hardware not included.

Rating:
Top of the line kit. I love the sound of DW drums…I’ve had a chance to play on some and the sound quality is awesome. The exotic finishes that DW offers are beautiful and this bamboo birch combination is incredible. I think experts who use them agree that they’re worth the price. They’re actually at a a good price point for a kit of this quality and the unique style of the drum…no two are alike. If you’re looking for top of the line at a good price, this is it.

Gretsch Drums Catalina Maple Fusion Shell Pack with Free 16 Floor Tom Standard

All maple for supreme resonance.

This Gretsch Catalina Maple Fusion Shell Pack comes with a free 16″ tom. Features 6-ply maple drum shells with natural finished interiors for warm, balanced tones. The shell’s clear UV gloss finishes ive them a stunning professional appearance. If you thought you couldn’t afford an all maple drum set, this set comes at a price that will make you reconsider. Shell pack only.

The 10″ x 8″ and 12″ x 9″ toms are mounted on a GTS suspension system that’s designed to allow every ounce of the maple’s full tones to ring free and clear. The 14″ x 14″ floor tom no longer stands alone; standing proudly at its side is a FREE 16″ x 16″ floor tom that is sure to inspire new creative fill patterns and groove inventions. The 2.5mm triple flange hoops on all drums provide full, open tones and a wide, strong, and stable tuning range.

The snare drum is 6″ deep to give you added power and tonal depth in a wide range of tunings.

Mini Gretsch lugs add a clean design to the overall appearance of the Catalina Maple set; die-cast bass drum claw hooks and matching wood hoops give added strength and functionality to the 22″ x 18″ bass drum.

The Gretsch Catalina Maple Series is a serious choice if you’re looking for an all-maple, professional-sounding drum set at an affordable price. Cymbals and hardware sold separately.
Gretsch Drums Catalina Maple Fusion Shell Pack with Free 16 Floor Tom Features:

* 22″ x 18″ kick
* 10″ x 8″ and 12″ x 9″ toms
* 14″ x 14″ floor tom
* FREE 16″ x 16″ floor tom
* 14″ x 6″ snare
* Double tom holder
* Cymbals and hardware sold separately

Rating:
I’ve had the chance to play on some Gretsch drums…They have great sound and are well built. They’re an iconic name for older 60′s music and Jazz….but definitely not limited to those genres. Ball and shock mounts hold the toms on steady, Maple shells give a rich tone. I love 16″ floor toms, nice, deep sound. This drum set, I’m sure, will please.