Tama CLUB-JAM 18/10/14/13 CREAM MARBLE WRAP - LJK48S-CMW
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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
What are the dimensions of the Tama Club-JAM Jazz 18 shells?
The configuration includes an 18 x 12 inch bass drum, a 10 x 7 inch tom, a 14 x 7 inch floor tom, and a 13 x 5 inch snare drum.
What sound does the 18 x 12 bass drum offer?
The 18 x 12 size provides a defined attack and a musical foundation that remains controlled in the mix. The natural wood hoops contribute to its organic character.
Is the Club-JAM suitable for jazz and small clubs?
This model is suitable for jazz, funk, pop, indie, and light rock. Its compact dimensions accommodate the constraints of tight stages and small studios.
What woods compose the shells?
The shells combine merisawa and poplar, with a construction announced as 9 plies of 8 mm based on poplar. Poplar offers a flexible response and warm low-mids. Merisawa contributes to the sound's body and presence.
Is there a cymbal mount on the bass drum?
A cymbal mount is attached directly to the bass drum, reducing the number of stands needed for setup. Curved bass drum spikes enhance the overall stability.
