Tama Superstar Classic Rock 22" Ice Ash Wrap
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Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range
For over forty years, the name Superstar has been associated with TAMA drums featuring distinctive design and meticulous craftsmanship. The Superstar Classic continues this legacy by incorporating iconic aesthetic elements (the "T" badge, streamlined hardware reminiscent of the seventies), while offering a decidedly modern approach through design choices focused on resonance and precision. It positions itself as a high-performance and accessible solution for drummers seeking the TAMA DNA, with an especially attractive finish such as the Lacebark Pine Gloss outer veneer showcasing rich grain.
Who This Drum Kit Is For
This Superstar Classic is suitable for demanding beginner drummers who want a truly expandable kit, as well as intermediate and advanced players looking for a reliable shell pack that is easy to tune and ready to withstand rehearsals. Its 22/12/16 configuration naturally adapts to rock, pop, funk, blues, and variety styles, offering enough attack to cut through the mix and sufficient warmth for softer settings.
Features and Innovations
TAMA combines traditional construction with practical performance-oriented solutions. The 100% maple shells with a thinner profile promote better vibration and a more "alive" feel under the sticks, while the hardware is designed to preserve resonance: low-mass single lugs and triple-flanged hoops provide an ideal balance between open sound and tuning stability. The set is completed by the Star-Mount system, engineered to optimize tom stability and vibration freedom.
Sound
Maple is a reference wood known for its great versatility: it delivers natural warmth in the low-midrange, a clear attack without harshness, and controlled sustain that facilitates placing the kit in a live or studio mix. On this Superstar Classic, the thinner shells enhance responsiveness and harmonic richness, with clear projection and excellent nuance definition, from ghost notes to rimshots.
Technical specifications
| Tom/Tom | 5mm, 6 plies | Bass Drum | 7mm, 8 plies |
Questions frequently asked
What are the shells of the Tama Superstar Classic Rock 22" Ice Ash Wrap?
The toms use 5mm 6-ply maple shells, while the bass drum is built with 7mm 8-ply maple. This design promotes a responsive attack and a pronounced warmth in the low-mid frequencies.
What sound does a maple drum kit with thin shells produce?
Maple delivers a crisp attack, controlled sustain, and harmonic richness suited for nuanced playing. The thin shells enhance vibrations and contribute to clear projection.
Is this 22/12/16 setup suitable for rock?
This configuration features a 22-inch bass drum, a 12-inch tom, and a 16-inch floor tom. It is suitable for rock, pop, funk, blues, and variety repertoires, providing enough attack to stand out in the mix.
What suspension system is used for the toms?
The Star-Mount system is used for tom mounting. It is designed to preserve their vibrational freedom and resonance.
What hoops and lugs equip this drum kit?
The hardware includes low-mass single lug shells and triple-flanged hoops. These components aim to minimize impact on resonance while maintaining tuning stability. The exterior finish is Lacebark Pine Gloss, featuring visible grain.
