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Eye-catching Maple Kit from TAMA





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Starclassic kits have been associated with some of the biggest names in rock since their introduction in 1994. Today, TAMA has turned the Starclassic into a true classic with the Starclassic Maple 3-piece shell pack. These maple shells are something to behold. They’re made with exotic wood veneers that have been hand-stained and lacquered to perfection by TAMA’s shell experts. Completed by rock-solid TAMA hardware and die-cast hoops, these shells deliver a modern cut while oozing out impressive warmth. When you get behind the kit for the first time, you'll be impressed by the powerful, soulful texture. A full set of Evans heads adds extra value to the TAMA Starclassic Maple Exotix, promising a great tone from the get-go.





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Shells


Thin multi-ply maple shells are strong and soulful





Thin shells offer the highest energy transfer from head to drum. Unfortunately, thin shells also tend to be structurally weak, which can lead to warping or worse. TAMA’s answer is the Starclassic Maple Exotix’s thin cross-laminated shells, which, at six and eight plies, are still only 5mm and 7mm thick. This produces a sensitive response with shells that manage to be even stronger than thicker shells from other manufacturers. Outer veneers of highly figured movingui add a visual punch and subtle depth to the maple’s warmth, cut, and resonance.





Evans heads promise great tone straight out of the gate





Don’t worry about replacing those heads. Your TAMA Starclassic Maple Exotix 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, and a clear EQ4 on kick for that punchy, full, pre-EQ’d tone drummers are so crazy about.





Hardware


Swivel-Wing tom post





TAMA’s Swivel-Wing tom post may be the ultimate tom positioning system. Not only does its outer wing pivot in and out for more convenient hand access, but its Omni-Ball adjuster allows for infinite degrees of angling once your tom is set.





Quick-lock tom bracket





Sure, the Quick-lock tom bracket saves you setup time. But what Sweetwater drummers 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 isolation and a purer tone.





Die-cast hoops





The hoops on your drums affect far more than tuning stability. That’s why your TAMA Starclassic Maple Exotix 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.





TAMA Starclassic Maple Exotix 3-piece Shell Pack Features:


An all-maple kit unlike anything you’ve played before


Thin 6-ply (toms) and 8-ply (kick) maple shells are strong yet soulful


Highly figured wood veneers are hand finished to perfection


Non-loosening Hold Tight washers won’t detune through heavy playing


Die-cast zinc hoops give toms a crisp attack and dependable tuning


Star-Cast high tom mount and Quick-Lock tom bracket maximize tone, minimize setup time


MTH1000S Swivel-Wing tom post with Omni-Ball tilter offers matchless tom positioning


Air Pocket floor tom feet float the shell for a fuller tone


Bass drum enhanced with rattle-free rubber-lined claw hooks and memory-marked spur brackets


Evans Genera G2/G1 clear tom heads are a modern studio standby


Evans Genera EQ4 clear kick drum batter head delivers a contoured, pre-EQ’d tone


Shells (depth x diameter): 8x12" tom, 16x16" floor tom, 14x22" kick drum