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Best Yamaha 13" Toms 2025

Premium Yamaha 13" toms - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $200 Under $500
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Rock For Jazz For Recording For Alternative Setup For Unique Sound For Custom
BRANDS: Yamaha DrumCraft
Yamaha 13"x09" Recording Custom SOB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Yamaha 13"x09" Recording Custom SOB

by Yamaha
Alternative Setup Custom Rock
Key Feature:
• Unique 13-inch size for distinctive sound
✓ PROS
  • • Great for custom drum configurations
  • • Good bridge between 12-inch and 14-inch
✗ CONS
  • • Higher cost for specialty size
  • • May be difficult to find replacement parts

Yamaha 13"x09" Recording Custom SOBRecording Tom TomFinish: Solid Black (SOB)Shell material: 100% birchHigh...

⭐ 4.5/5 (24 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 517733
$725
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Yamaha Stage Custom 13"x09" TT -HA - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Yamaha Stage Custom 13"x09" TT -HA

by Yamaha
Unique Sound Recording Rock
Key Feature:
• Adds tonal variety to standard setups
✓ PROS
  • • Professional recording applications
  • • Good bridge between 12-inch and 14-inch
✗ CONS
  • • Non-standard size limits head options
  • • Limited mounting hardware options

Yamaha Stage Custom 13"x09" TT -HATom TomSize: 13" x 09"Stage custom birchSBT1309-HAColour: honey...

⭐ 4.8/5 (56 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 362392
$186
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Yamaha Stage Custom 13"x09" TT -RBL - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Yamaha Stage Custom 13"x09" TT -RBL

by Yamaha
Jazz Recording Custom
Key Feature:
• Professional recording applications
✓ PROS
  • • Unique 13-inch size for distinctive sound
  • • Great for custom drum configurations
✗ CONS
  • • Limited mounting hardware options
  • • Non-standard size limits head options

Yamaha Stage Custom 13"x09" TT -RBLTom TomSize: 13" x 09"Stage Custom Birch seriesSBT1309-RBL6-Ply...

⭐ 4.6/5 (9 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 410100
$186
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Yamaha Stage Custom 13"x09" TT -CR - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Yamaha Stage Custom 13"x09" TT -CR

by Yamaha
Custom Alternative Setup Rock
Key Feature:
• Great for custom drum configurations
✓ PROS
  • • Unique 13-inch size for distinctive sound
  • • Great for custom drum configurations
✗ CONS
  • • Higher cost for specialty size
  • • Non-standard size limits head options

Yamaha Stage Custom 13"x09" TT -CRTom TomSize: 13" x 09"Stage Custom Birch seriesSBT1309-CR6-Ply...

⭐ 4.6/5 (22 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 404519
$186
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Yamaha Stage Custom 13"x09" TT -NW - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Yamaha Stage Custom 13"x09" TT -NW

by Yamaha
Jazz Rock Custom
Key Feature:
• Good bridge between 12-inch and 14-inch
✓ PROS
  • • Unique 13-inch size for distinctive sound
  • • Professional recording applications
✗ CONS
  • • Higher cost for specialty size
  • • Not included in most standard configurations

Yamaha Stage Custom 13"x09" TT -NWTom TomStage custom birch seriesSize: 13" x 09"SBT1309-NW6-Ply...

⭐ 5.0/5 (24 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 375800
$186
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Yamaha Stage Custom 13"x09" TT - DUS - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Yamaha Stage Custom 13"x09" TT - DUS

by Yamaha
Recording Unique Sound Alternative Setup
Key Feature:
• Good bridge between 12-inch and 14-inch
✓ PROS
  • • Great for custom drum configurations
  • • Good bridge between 12-inch and 14-inch
✗ CONS
  • • Not included in most standard configurations
  • • Limited mounting hardware options

Yamaha Stage Custom 13"x09" TT - DUSTom TomSize: 13" x 09"Stage Custom Birch Series6-Ply birch...

⭐ 4.8/5 (46 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 568163
$186
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha Stage Custom 13"x09" TT - MSG - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Yamaha Stage Custom 13"x09" TT - MSG

by Yamaha
Jazz Custom Alternative Setup
Key Feature:
• Great for custom drum configurations
✓ PROS
  • • Unique 13-inch size for distinctive sound
  • • Adds tonal variety to standard setups
✗ CONS
  • • Non-standard size limits head options
  • • Higher cost for specialty size

Yamaha Stage Custom 13"x09" TT - MSGTom TomSize: 13" x 09"Stage Custom Birch Series6-Ply birch...

⭐ 4.9/5 (35 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 568160
$186
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha Stage Custom 13"x09" TT - CLW - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Yamaha Stage Custom 13"x09" TT - CLW

by Yamaha
Rock Alternative Setup Recording
Key Feature:
• Professional recording applications
✓ PROS
  • • Good bridge between 12-inch and 14-inch
  • • Great for custom drum configurations
✗ CONS
  • • Limited mounting hardware options
  • • May be difficult to find replacement parts

Yamaha Stage Custom 13"x09" TT - CLWTom TomSize: 13" x 09"Stage Custom Birch Series6-Ply birch...

⭐ 4.9/5 (15 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 568167
$186
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best 13" Toms

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced 13" toms typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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