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Creating a Contemporary Classic Kit





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For years, TAMA’s Starclassic kits were once the go-to kits for rock drummers. Now, TAMA has transformed these hard rock heroes into a contemporary classic. Blending 40 years of hardware advancements with world-class craftsmanship, these maple shells create a powerful tone with a soulful texture. No matter what style of music you play, you’ll enjoy the warm, modern tone that effortlessly cuts through the mix. Complete with die-cast hoops and a full set of Evans heads, the TAMA Starclassic Maple Shell pack presents a great value you simply can’t pass up. From the first time you get behind the kit, these shells are sure to impress you with their tone and responsiveness.





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Thin multi-ply maple shells are strong and toneful





Thin drums tend to offer the highest energy transfer from head to shell. But special care must be taken to ensure such drums remain structurally sound. TAMA’s answer is the Starclassic Maple’s thin, cross-laminated shells. At six and eight plies each, these shells are still only 5mm and 7mm thick; as a result, they’re capable of incredible power, cut, and resonance. The cross lamination adds strength that is far greater than found in thicker shells of lesser quality. From the lightest studio touch to the heaviest tour abuse, the Starclassic Maple promises great tone and performance for all styles and applications.





Evans heads promise great tone right out of the gate





Don’t worry about replacing those heads. Your TAMA Starclassic Maple shell pack ships with a full complement of Evans heads. You get clear G2s (batter) and G1s (reso) on the toms for a tried-and-true studio combo, along with a clear EQ4 on kick for that punchy, full, pre-EQed tone we drummers are crazy about.





Premium die-cast zinc hoops provide consistent tuning and superior tone





The hoops on your drums affect far more than tuning stability. That’s why your TAMA Starclassic Maple toms include premium die-cast zinc hoops. Manufactured using a high-density injection molding process rather than a conventionally stamped triple-flanged method, these hoops provide uniform bolt contact and give your toms a crisper attack with added high-end resonance.





Quick-lock tom bracket





Sure, the Starclassic Maple’s Quick-lock tom bracket saves you setup time. But what drummers at Sweetwater really love is the peace of mind it offers. There’s no memory lock to keep track of ? just flip the switch to lock the mount in place in seconds. Then unlock to leave on the stand, or leave locked to the shell and store in your case. What’s more, the Quick-lock’s rubber lining further isolates the stand from the shell for better resonance and a purer tone.





TAMA Starclassic 3-piece Shell Pack Features:


Sizes (depth x diameter): 8" x 12" tom, 16" x 16" floor tom, 14" x 22" bass drum


All-maple shells exhibit powerful warmth, resonance, and midrange punch


Premium die-cast zinc hoops provide consistent tuning and extra high-end resonance


Rubber-based claw hooks deliver consistent pressure and rattle-free operation


Air Pocket rubber feet preserve sustain by eliminating the transfer of vibrations to the floor


Bass drum spur bracket with memory markers make setup faster and easier


Hold Tight washers keep vibrations from dropping tension


Evans drumheads provide excellent sound