Tama SUPERSTAR CLASSIC 22/10/12/16/14 COFEE FADE - CL52KRS-CFF
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Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range
For over forty years, the Superstar series has established itself as a reference at Tama thanks to its innovative yet robust approach, combined with a warm sound and clear projection. The Superstar Classic continues this tradition by adopting the "vintage" 1970s aesthetic (classic "T" badge, discreet lugs) while incorporating modern mounting solutions and optimized maple shells to offer an excellent level of performance in a range with a particularly attractive price-quality ratio.
Who This Drum Kit Is For
The Tama Superstar Classic CL52KRS targets the intermediate to advanced drummer seeking a versatile acoustic kit, reliable for rehearsals and stage use, and expressive enough for recording. Its balanced attack and warmth make it very comfortable in rock, pop, funk, indie, gospel, or variety styles, while retaining a good dynamic range for more accented playing.
Features and Innovations
This Superstar Classic emphasizes resonance and effective simplicity: the Star-Mount system frees the toms for more natural vibration, while the Triple Flange hoops maintain a soft feel, easy tuning, and an open sound. The low-mass single lugs reduce shell inertia and enhance response, and the claw hooks with rubber spacers contribute to more stable tuning while reducing unwanted noise. The Power Craft II heads complete the package with an immediately musical sound right out of the box.
Sound Characteristics
With 100% maple shells, the Superstar Classic offers a sound signature known for its warmth, roundness, and ability to remain clear in the mix. The toms and snare with 6-ply (5 mm) shells provide a sharp attack followed by a singing sustain, ideal for open chords as well as more controlled playing with slight damping.
The bass drum with 8-ply (7 mm) shells delivers a solid foundation and stable projection: it produces a present low end with enough definition to cut through a band without losing body. The combination of maple, thinner shells, and Star-Mount mounting highlights a wide dynamic range, useful for transitioning from light playing to powerful strikes without crushing the tone.
Technical specifications
| Bass Drum | 22"x16" |
| Tom | 10"x7" |
| Floor Tom | 16"x14" |
| Snare Drum | 14"x6.5" |
| Double Tom Mount | MTH600 |
| Material | 100% Maple |
| Toms and Snare | 6-ply, 5 mm |
| Mounting System | Star-Mount |
| Hoops | Triple Flange |
| Lugs | Low-mass single lugs |
| Badge | Classic Tama "T" |
| Drumheads | Power Craft II |
Questions frequently asked
What are the dimensions of the Tama Superstar Classic Stage 22 Coffee Fade?
The setup includes a 22 x 16 inch bass drum, a 10 x 7 inch tom, and a 16 x 14 inch floor tom. A 14 x 6.5 inch snare drum is included. The MTH600 double tom mount is part of the kit.
Are the shells of this drum kit made of maple?
The shells are made of 100% maple. The toms and snare use 6-ply shells with a thickness of 5 mm, while the bass drum is specified as 8-ply with a thickness of 7 mm.
What sound does the 22-inch bass drum produce?
Thanks to its 22 x 16 inch 8-ply maple shell, the bass drum delivers a present low end with stable projection. The preserved definition helps maintain body within a band context.
How are the toms mounted on this Tama kit?
The Star-Mount system frees the toms to encourage natural vibration. The Triple Flange hoops maintain a soft feel and facilitate tuning.
Is this configuration suitable for rock and pop?
This model is suitable for rock, pop, funk, indie, gospel, and variety repertoires. The provided Power Craft II heads combined with the 5 mm maple shells on the toms offer a clear attack followed by a singing sustain.
