Tama Star Walnut Stage 22 Garnet Japanese Sen Burst
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
STAR is TAMA's flagship line: a series born from extensive research and development, pushing further the innovations introduced in the Starclassic family. The goal is clear: to reexamine every design detail to enhance the natural vibration of the shells, projection, and precision, while maintaining a premium playing feel and a finish worthy of a reference instrument.
Who This Drum Kit Is For
The TAMA STAR Walnut is aimed at intermediate to expert drummers seeking an acoustic drum kit that is both expressive, stable in tuning, and perfectly clear in a band context. Its balance makes it an excellent choice for rock, pop, funk, gospel, fusion, and contemporary music, with a response defined enough for studio recording and a strong presence on stage.
Features and Innovations
Everything is designed to let the shell breathe: the tom mounting system Super Resonant Mounting System aims to limit vibration dampening, while the Quick-Lock Tom Mounts speed up setup and secure adjustments. The bass drum features spurs with a wide rubber tip for excellent floor grip, and the entire kit adopts a philosophy of minimal contact with the shell to preserve sustain and openness. The die-cast hoops enhance precision and consistency, complemented by Hold Tight washers for reliable tuning stability. Remo drumheads provide a professional sound foundation right from the first setup.
Sound
Walnut is renowned for its beauty and durability, but it's especially its sonic character that appeals: a naturally "equalized" spectrum, with deep lows, present mids, and a clear attack. On this STAR Walnut kit, the shells project a dense and wide sound while retaining enough edge to remain clear in any mix.
The toms, made with 6 plies / 5 mm, promote a quick and musical response, with controlled sustain and a nice roundness. The bass drum, constructed with 7 plies / 6 mm, adds weight and authority, with a solid low end and definition that helps the stroke cut through effortlessly. The result: a premium, expressive, precise drum kit that is very easy to place both live and in recording.
Technical specifications
| Bass drum | 22"x16" | Bass drum spurs | wide rubber tips |
| Tom | 10"x7" | Design | minimal contact with the shell |
| Floor tom | 16"x16" | Floor tom legs | hollow, flexible rubber tips |
| Toms | 6 plies, 5 mm | Hoops | die-cast |
| Tom mounting system | Super Resonant Mounting System | Washers | Hold Tight |
| Tom mounts | Quick-Lock | Drumheads | Remo |
Questions frequently asked
What are the dimensions of the Tama Star Walnut Stage 22?
The setup includes a 22"x16" bass drum, a 10"x7" tom, and a 16"x16" floor tom. The tom shells are 6-ply, 5 mm thick.
What sound does a TAMA STAR walnut drum kit produce?
Walnut shells deliver deep lows, present mids, and a clear attack. The 16"x16" floor tom maintains warmth with controlled sustain. The 7-ply, 6 mm bass drum provides a solid low end with pronounced definition.
For which music styles is this drum kit suitable?
Intended for intermediate to expert drummers, this setup suits rock, pop, funk, gospel, fusion, and contemporary music. The clear shell response also makes it well-suited for studio recording.
What suspension system is used on the toms?
The Super Resonant Mounting System and Quick-Lock mounts limit contact with the shell to preserve vibrations, while facilitating mounting.
Are heads and tuning provided by default?
Remo heads are installed by default. Die-cast hoops and Hold Tight washers contribute to consistent tuning stability.
