{"product_id":"tama-starclassic-performer-studio-22-piano-black-343937","title":"STARCLASSIC PERFORMER 5-PIECE SHELL PACK WITH 22\" BASS DRUM PIANO BLACK","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Context and Positioning Within the Range\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSince 1994, Tama's \u003cstrong\u003eStarclassic\u003c\/strong\u003e family has evolved to offer demanding drummers drums that are both high-performing and coherent, exploring different wood species including hybrid constructions known for their harmonic richness. The \u003cstrong\u003eStarclassic Performer\u003c\/strong\u003e continues this legacy with a hybrid \u003cstrong\u003emaple\/birch\u003c\/strong\u003e shell, designed to deliver a modern, expressive, and decidedly professional Tama sound signature, while maintaining a \"value\" oriented approach within the lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho This Drum Kit Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis kit is primarily aimed at \u003cstrong\u003eintermediate to professional drummers\u003c\/strong\u003e seeking an \u003cstrong\u003eacoustic drum set\u003c\/strong\u003e capable of handling both stage and studio environments. Its projection, precision, and balance make it an excellent choice for rock, pop, groove, funk, variety, gospel, and fusion, with a response that remains clear even in dense mixes. For a first high-end kit, it also provides a solid and expandable foundation, especially if you plan to add a snare drum and suitable hardware later.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures and Innovations\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe heart of this Starclassic Performer lies in Tama's \u003cstrong\u003elatest hybrid maple\/birch shell\u003c\/strong\u003e, engineered to produce a complex and expressive sound while maintaining a crisp attack. The \u003cstrong\u003edie-cast hoops\u003c\/strong\u003e enhance precision, tuning stability, and rimshot clarity, while the \u003cstrong\u003eStar-Cast tom mounts\u003c\/strong\u003e promote natural tom resonance and a more \"open\" playing feel. The entire setup aims for robust, consistent, and reliable performance, typical of the Starclassic philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSound Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003emaple\/birch\u003c\/strong\u003e construction combines two complementary tonal characters: maple provides pleasant \u003cstrong\u003ewarmth\u003c\/strong\u003e and roundness in the low-mid range, while birch adds \u003cstrong\u003eclarity\u003c\/strong\u003e, attack, and very effective definition for mic'ing. The result: \u003cstrong\u003eclear and articulate\u003c\/strong\u003e toms, a kick drum that maintains punch while remaining controllable, and kit homogeneity that facilitates tuning and balancing in live situations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003edie-cast hoops\u003c\/strong\u003e enhance sound focus: the attack is sharper, dynamics remain easy to control, and projection becomes more \"direct.\" Combined with the \u003cstrong\u003eEVANS G1 coated heads\u003c\/strong\u003e, these features offer a versatile response, both expressive with brushes and solid with sticks, ideal for shaping your sound without fighting the instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:2rem\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBass drum\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e22\u0026quot; x 16\u0026quot;\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTom\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e10\u0026quot; x 7\u0026quot;\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFloor tom\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e14\u0026quot; x 12\u0026quot;\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTom shells\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e6 mm, 4-ply birch + 2 inner plies maple\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSnare shells\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e6 mm, 4-ply birch + 2 inner plies maple\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBass drum shell\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e7 mm, 5-ply birch + 2 inner plies maple\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMC69 single tom mount clamp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003ex2\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tama","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54359627333907,"sku":"343937","price":1799.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/0872\/6803\/files\/614413fcc7bd4efbc569059e84dd1323d34475b2_TAMA_MBS52RZS_PBK.jpg?v=1787370069","url":"https:\/\/woodbrass.shop\/products\/tama-starclassic-performer-5-piece-shell-pack-with-22-bass-drum-piano-black-343937","provider":"Woodbrass.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}