Tama Starclassic Maple Stage 22 CCL
Estimated Shipping Widget will be displayed here!
- This item is covered for 3 years
Couldn't load pickup availability
Information
Information
Manufacturer Information
Tama
https://www.tama.com
------------------------
Safety manager:
Hoshino Europe
Email: info@hoshinoeurope.com
Address:
Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range
In the 1980s, TAMA made its mark with the Superstars and Imperialstars. With the Starclassic Maple, the brand aimed for a more timeless drum kit, capable of supporting the drummer's passion and serving all genres, styles, and techniques. This series also popularized the idea of thinner shells to maximize resonance while maintaining great durability. The Exotic Finish variant fits within this premium positioning, adding a luxurious visual dimension through exterior finishes inspired by exotic woods.
Who This Drum Kit Is For
This shell pack is designed for intermediate to professional drummers seeking an expressive, precise, and reliable acoustic drum kit. Its configuration and versatile maple shells make it comfortable for rock, pop, funk, fusion, gospel, and contemporary music, with a response balanced enough for amplified live performances as well as studio recordings.
Features and Innovations
The Quick-Lock system facilitates mounting and dismounting toms with effective memory of settings, ideal for touring and stage changes. The Star-Cast suspension minimizes shell stress to promote natural resonance and better projection. TAMA also pays special attention to the bearing edge: the drumhead-to-shell contact point is optimized with a top edge positioned 2.5 mm inward and a rounded collar cut, for better head fit and maximized resonance.
Sound
Maple is known for its balance: round lows, rich mids, and smooth highs, with a clear attack and musical sustain. On this Starclassic Maple, the choice of thin shells contributes to a more "open" and dynamic response, very pleasant with brushes as well as sticks, and particularly effective at highlighting nuances.
The molded hoops provide a firmer feel under the stick and better tuning stability, with a sharper attack and enhanced control, useful when precision and impact are sought. The 22x16 bass drum delivers solid low end and convincing projection, while the 10 and 12 toms offer a smooth melodic descent down to the 16x16 floor tom, which is ample and deep.
Technical specifications
| Bass drum without tom mount base | 22x16 | Thickness | toms / floor tom 6-ply 5mm |
| Toms | 10x07 and 12x08 | Bass drum thickness | 8-ply 7mm |
| Floor tom | 16x16 | ||
Questions frequently asked
What is the configuration of the Tama Starclassic Maple Stage 22 CCL?
This configuration includes a 22x16 bass drum without a tom mount base, 10x07 and 12x08 toms, as well as a 16x16 floor tom.
What sound does a Starclassic Maple drum set with thin shells produce?
The maple shells deliver warm lows, rich mids, and smooth highs. The toms and floor tom use 6 plies at 5 mm thickness, promoting an open and dynamic response. The bass drum, constructed with 8 plies at 7 mm, provides a solid low end with convincing projection.
Is this drum set suitable for rock and fusion?
This model is suitable for rock, pop, funk, fusion, gospel, and contemporary music thanks to the balanced response of the maple.
What is the purpose of the Quick-Lock system on the toms?
The Quick-Lock system facilitates mounting and dismounting the toms while effectively memorizing their settings. It meets the needs of fast stage changes and frequent transportation.
What are the advantages of the die-cast hoops and the Star-Cast mounting suspension?
The die-cast hoops provide a firmer feel under the stick, with a clear attack and enhanced tuning stability. The Star-Cast suspension limits stress on the shells to preserve their natural resonance.
