Tama CLUB-JAM 18/10/14/13 CHARCOAL MIST - LJK48S-CCM
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
With the Club-JAM series, Tama offers a modern take on the compact kit inspired by vintage drums: an acoustic drum set designed for tight stages, clubs, and gigs where efficiency is key. The positioning is clear: to provide a reduced-format set that is easy to live with while maintaining a solid sonic identity and an aesthetic that recalls classic configurations.
Who This Drum Kit Is For
The Tama Club-JAM is aimed at beginner to intermediate drummers looking for a simple and versatile kit, as well as active drummers who play frequently and want a compact acoustic drum set for hassle-free transport. It excels in jazz, funk, pop, indie, light rock, and all situations where musicality, nuance, and controlled volume are prioritized over extreme large-stage projection.
Features and Innovations
This kit stands out with design choices rarely offered on a compact drum set: the cymbal stand mounted on the bass drum simplifies the setup and reduces the number of stands to carry, while the curved bass drum spurs enhance stability and emphasize the "retro" character. The compact dimensions optimize space on stage, in a tight studio, or during rehearsals, while maintaining ergonomic coherence for working on precision and placement.
Sound
The Club-JAM features a hybrid Mersawa/poplar shell, with a construction specified as 9-ply, 8 mm based on poplar. Poplar generally provides immediate warmth, a flexible response, and pleasant low-mid frequencies, ideal for round and controlled grooves. The addition of Mersawa, often denser, aims to deliver more body and presence to maintain a "deep and centered" sound despite the reduced format.
The 18 x 12 bass drum promotes a defined attack and a musical foundation without overpowering the mix, while the compact toms retain precision and good clarity. The natural wood hoops on the bass drum also contribute to the organic character of the set, offering a warm playing feel and a premium visual finish.
Technical specifications
| Bass drum | 18 x 12 (x1) |
| Tom | 10 x 7 (x1) |
| Floor tom | 14 x 7 (x1) |
| Snare drum | 13 x 5 (x1) |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Tama CLUB-jam 18 Charcoal Mist suitable for small stages?
With an 18 x 12 bass drum, a 10 x 7 tom, and a 14 x 7 floor tom, this setup reduces stage footprint. The cymbal stand attached to the bass drum also limits the number of stands needed.
What are the shell sizes of this drum kit?
The configuration includes an 18 x 12 bass drum, a 10 x 7 tom, a 14 x 7 floor tom, and a 13 x 5 snare drum.
What sound does the 18-inch bass drum produce?
The 18 x 12 bass drum provides a defined attack and a controlled musical foundation in the mix. The natural wood hoops contribute to its organic character.
What woods are used for the shells?
The shells combine mersawa and poplar, with a construction of 9 plies totaling 8 mm based on poplar. Poplar offers a flexible response and warm low-mids, while mersawa adds body and presence to the sound.
Is the Club-JAM suitable for jazz and funk?
This model fits jazz, funk, pop, indie, and light rock settings where nuance and controlled volume are desired. The compact tom sizes promote precise response.
