Tama Starclassic Walnut/Birch Lacquer 5PC Shell Pack 10 12 14F 16F 22 TAMA

Exploring limitless possibilities, our result in the wake of countless experimentation came in the form of the Hybrid Shell Walnut/Birch: combining the superior quality warmth and mid to low frequency tone of
the increasingly popular and truly unique Walnut, with the well-defined and uncompromisingly solid attack of Birch.
Whilst we successfully preserved their unique sonic trademarks, the characteristics of both Walnut and Birch blend to persuade a very focused sound that would define itself with great distinction within a
musical ensemble; married with controlled sustain and clarity; all sealed with an undeniably palpable feeling of warmth and resonance when performed.

including:
22″x16″ bass drum
10″x8″ tom tom
12″x9″ tom tom
14″x12″ floor tom
16″x14″ floor tom
MTH1000 Double Tom Holder
Chrome Hardware

[add-on]14″x6.5″ snare drum *sold separately

TT/FT/SD: 6mm, 4ply Birch + 2 inner ply American Black Walnut
BD: 8mm, 5ply Birch + 2 inner ply American Black Walnut

The evolution of Starclassic from maple, birch, bubinga, birch/bubinga continues, and now – after intense analysis, rigorous research, development and product testing – we have arrived at the latest Starclassic modern development, Starclassic Walnut/Birch.
We discovered the perfect ratio of walnut to birch that produced a superior quality of low-to-mid frequency warmth that perfectly complemented the clear attack and higher frequency projection of birch. The sound is familiar, but distinctively different from Tama sounds of the past.
The Starclassic series continues to be a representation of our collective drum-making passion, wisdom and pursuit to offer refined and differentiated sounds. Starclassic Walnut/Birch defines our commitment to evolve our drum sounds and inspire the contemporary drummer.

Quick-Lock Tom Brackets

The “Quick-Lock” tom brackets equipped on the Star-Cast Mounting System and on Starclassic floor toms have some very distinctive, ground-breaking features.
First and foremost, as their name suggests, these brackets allow for quick and easy setup and breakdown. But the real unique feature of these brackets is that once the drum is positioned on a tom stand or floor tom legs, there is no need to attach and adjust separate memory locks to save the setting. By simply sliding the switch on the tom bracket, the bracket separates into two parts. When the drum is removed for breakdown, the “memory lock” portion remains on the tom stand or floor tom leg. This saves your positioning and makes the next set up quick and easy.

These Quick-Lock tom brackets have some hidden acoustic benefits as well. Following the same principle of reducing vibration transference from drums to the tom stands or floor tom legs, these tom brackets also employ rubber lining to further isolate the drums and enhance resonance.

Star-Cast Mounting System

The Star-Cast Mounting System has always provided maximum resonance and stability for TAMA’s pro-drums. A streamlined design makes it easier to position toms closer together for greater ease and comfort than ever before. In addition, a switch to aluminum provides lighter weight and even truer tonal vibration. Last but not least, Star-Cast is now plated to match your drum’s shell hardware!

Bass Drum Spur Bracket (Starclassic)

TAMA’s MSB30 die-cast bracket holds the spur bracket securely, thanks to the same powerful hinge mechanism used on the MTB30 mounting bracket.Unique memory markers found on the folding spur bracket help simplify set up.

Claw Hooks

Starclassic’s claw hooks feature rubber spacers that help protect wood hoops from damage. The hooks and hoops work as one unit and won’t separate or rattle, even on loose tunings.

Air Cushioned Floor Tom Legs

Starclassic’s Air Pocket™ rubber feet feature a special air chamber, that eliminates the transfer of vibrations to the floor (which chokes sustain and sound) and absorbs shock for better playing.

EVANS® Heads

Evans® heads are featured on all Starclassic drums (except bass drum front heads). On the rack and floor toms, Genera G2 2-ply clear batter heads and TAMA Power Craft II 1-ply clear bottom heads provide both durability and solid sound. Starclassic bass drums are fitted with Genera EQ4 clear batter heads.

Die-Cast Hoops

Hoops not only affect drum tuning; they also affect drum sound. That’s why the choice of hoops was so important to the designers of TAMA’s professional drum lines. We choose zinc die-cast hoops, which are manufactured by injecting molten metal into molds. Die-cast hoops have more density and are more consistent in shape than triple flanged hoops, which are manufactured by bending metal plates. Die-cast hoops make tuning more consistent and easier to achieve because the tension bolts always contact the hoop properly. Drums fitted with die-cast hoops also offer crisper attack, clear and resonant highs and much more powerful rim shots.