Description
All Maple Shells
TT / FT:6ply,5mm
BD:7ply,7mm
For the optimum transfer of vibrations from head to shell, a thinner shell is better. However, less thickness often equals
less strength. Instead of simply making thinner shells by using fewer plies, TAMA slims down each ply and then cross laminates them into a 6ply 5mm thick
shell (7ply 7mm bass drum). This combination results in a thinner shell that’s actually stronger than others of greater thickness. Starclassic shells utilize
maple, the most popular shell material today because of its warm clear sound.
The shells with Sound Focus Ring are also available as an option.
Minimum Shell Contact
Our designers never stop looking for new ways to increase drum resonance. Nothing is too small to consider because many
minutes improvements can add up to a signifcant difference in sound. Two good examples of this kind of exacting research are the replacement of the
traditional metal badge with the new imprinted insignia and the small metal soundhole with one made of maple.
Shell Depths
To achieve the sound and response you are looking for, Starclassic Maple offer a choice of six different depths ranging
from the shallow Hyper-Drive to the cavernous X-tra Deep.
TAMA’s new 20″x22″ Ultra Deep bass drum size is now available. This size provides thunderous low end combined with maximum resonance.
*Hyper-Drive sizes: 6″x8″, 6.5″x10″, 7″x12″, 7.5″x13″, 8″x14″
Star-Cast Mounting System(US.PAT.NO.5454288)
The Star-Cast Mounting System has always provided maximum resonance and stability for TAMA’s pro-drums. Now we’ve
improved it. A new streamlined designed makes it easier to position toms closer together for greater ease and comfort than ever before. In addition, a switch to
aluminum provides lighter weight and even truer tonal vibration. Last but not least, Star-Cast is now plated to match your drum’s shell hardware!
