Gretsch Drums Renown Maple Studio PW
Drum Shell Sets
$1,911€1,698Check ↗
Brand profile · USA, est. 1942
Gretsch Drums
Gretsch Drums, a name synonymous with classic American drum tones, boasts a rich history rooted in craftsmanship and innovation. Initially a distributor for Ludwig, Gretsch began manufacturing their own drums in 1942, quickly establishing a reputation for warm, resonant sounds favored by jazz, rock, and country musicians. The brand’s distinctive round-over bearing edges and unique shell construction techniques contribute to their signature sonic character.
USA Custom SeriesBroadkaster SeriesRound-Over Bearing EdgesDistinctive Gretsch Shell ConstructionVintage-inspired aesthetics
1942founded
USAcountry
296products in stock
$86–$10kprice range
Gretsch Drums in the charts
Every chart where Gretsch Drums has five or more models — ranked by the AudioFu Index inside each.
Best Gretsch Drums drum shell sets
108 models$448 – $8,750Best Gretsch Drums 14" wooden snare drums
44 models$191 – $1,911Best Gretsch Drums premium drum kits
31 models$4,388 – $10,463Best Gretsch Drums acoustic drumkits
24 models$539 – $1,461Best Gretsch Drums 10" toms
10 models$190 – $354Best Gretsch Drums 16" floor toms
9 models$370 – $595Best Gretsch Drums 8" toms
7 models$224 – $325Best Gretsch Drums 14" steel snare drums
7 models$258 – $1,348Best Gretsch Drums 14" floor toms
7 models$336 – $562Best Gretsch Drums 13" toms
5 models$426 – $472Best Gretsch Drums 18" floor toms
5 models$426 – $838Best Gretsch Drums 14" brass snare drums
5 models$573 – $1,856
108 models$448 – $8,750Best Gretsch Drums 14" wooden snare drums
44 models$191 – $1,911Best Gretsch Drums premium drum kits
31 models$4,388 – $10,463Best Gretsch Drums acoustic drumkits
24 models$539 – $1,461Best Gretsch Drums 10" toms
10 models$190 – $354Best Gretsch Drums 16" floor toms
9 models$370 – $595Best Gretsch Drums 8" toms
7 models$224 – $325Best Gretsch Drums 14" steel snare drums
7 models$258 – $1,348Best Gretsch Drums 14" floor toms
7 models$336 – $562Best Gretsch Drums 13" toms
5 models$426 – $472Best Gretsch Drums 18" floor toms
5 models$426 – $838Best Gretsch Drums 14" brass snare drums
5 models$573 – $1,856
All 296 Gretsch Drums products
Sorted by AudioFu Index — the strongest models of every category first. Page 2 of 7.
Gretsch Drums 08"x07" TT Renown Maple SOP
8" Toms
$325€289Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 08"x07" TT Renown Maple PB
8" Toms
$303€269Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 14"x6.5" SN Renown Maple CB
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$381€339Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 13"x09" TT Renown Maple PB
13" Toms
$449€399Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Renown Maple Studio -STB
Drum Shell Sets
$1,911€1,698Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 10"x07" TT Renown Maple GN
10" Toms
$354€315Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 08"x07" TT Renown Maple CB
8" Toms
$325€289Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Renown Maple Studio -CB
Drum Shell Sets
$1,911€1,698Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 10"x07" TT Renown Maple SOP
10" Toms
$336€299Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 08"x07" TT Renown Maple VP
8" Toms
$325€289Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 14"x14" FT Renown Maple VP
14" Floor Toms
$562€499Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 13"x07" Brooklyn Chrome / Steel
13" Steel Snare Drums
$595€529Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Catalina Maple Standard LS
Drum Shell Sets
$1,124€999Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Catalina Maple Standard AM
Drum Shell Sets
$1,124€999Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Catalina Maple Standard BS
Drum Shell Sets
$1,045€929Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Catalina Maple Standard DCB
Drum Shell Sets
$1,113€989Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Catalina Maple Standard WG
Drum Shell Sets
$1,123€998Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Catalina Maple Standard SDCB
Drum Shell Sets
$1,124€999Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Catalina Maple 7-piece LS
Drum Shell Sets
$1,461€1,298Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Catalina Maple 7-piece DCB
Drum Shell Sets
$1,461€1,298Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Catalina Maple Studio AM
Drum Shell Sets
$955€849Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Catalina Maple Studio BS
Drum Shell Sets
$1,045€929Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Catalina Maple Studio DCB
Drum Shell Sets
$999€888Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Catalina Maple Studio WG
Drum Shell Sets
$1,045€929Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Catalina Maple 7-piece SG
Drum Shell Sets
$1,461€1,298Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Catalina Maple 7-piece PG
Drum Shell Sets
$1,439€1,279Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Catalina Maple Studio SG
Drum Shell Sets
$999€888Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Catalina Maple Studio PG
Drum Shell Sets
$1,079€959Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Catalina Maple 7-piece Silver
Drum Shell Sets
$1,574€1,399Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 14"x6.5" SN Renown Maple PW
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$404€359Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Renown Maple Standard CS
Drum Shell Sets
$1,979€1,759Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Renown Maple Standard PW
Drum Shell Sets
$1,856€1,649Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Renown Maple Jazz CS
Drum Shell Sets
$1,574€1,399Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Renown Maple Jazz -SABB
Drum Shell Sets
$1,573€1,398Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 16"x16" FT Renown Maple PB
16" Floor Toms
$573€509Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 16"x16" FT Renown Maple GN
16" Floor Toms
$584€519Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 14"x6.5" SN Renown Maple SOP
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$393€349Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Renown Maple Standard -PB
Drum Shell Sets
$1,968€1,749Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Renown Maple Standard STB
Drum Shell Sets
$2,023€1,798Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Renown Maple Standard -CB
Drum Shell Sets
$2,013€1,789Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Renown Maple Jazz -CB
Drum Shell Sets
$1,518€1,349Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Renown Maple Jazz -GN
Drum Shell Sets
$1,573€1,398Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Renown Maple Jazz -VP
Drum Shell Sets
$1,573€1,398Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Renown Maple Jazz -SOP
Drum Shell Sets
$1,574€1,399Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Renown Maple Jazz -STB
Drum Shell Sets
$1,573€1,398Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 16"x16" FT Renown Maple VP
16" Floor Toms
$595€529Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Renown Maple Standard -SOP
Drum Shell Sets
$1,968€1,749Check ↗
Gretsch Drums, honestly
What Gretsch Drums does well
- Warm, resonant tone is highly sought after
- Beautiful, classic aesthetics appeal to many
- Excellent build quality and craftsmanship
- Wide range of sizes and configurations available
What to watch for
- Premium-priced, making them inaccessible to some
- Can be less versatile for modern, aggressive genres
- Vintage models command high collector prices
- Hardware often considered a lower priority than shells
Questions about Gretsch Drums
Where are Gretsch Drums instruments made?
Current Gretsch drums are primarily manufactured in USA, with some components sourced internationally. Production has shifted between factories over the years, but the USA Custom line remains a flagship.
What makes Gretsch drums sound different?
Gretsch's round-over bearing edges and 30-degree shell angles contribute to a warmer, more resonant tone compared to sharper edges found on some other brands.
Are Gretsch drums good for rock music?
While historically associated with jazz, Gretsch drums are certainly capable in rock settings, offering a warmer alternative to brighter-sounding kits, though they may require careful tuning and dampening.