Gretsch Drums Catalina Bubinga Maple Std.
Drum Shell Sets
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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
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Gretsch Drums Catalina Club Studio Piano Bl.
Drum Shell Sets
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Gretsch Drums US Custom 22 Black Sparkle
Premium Drum Kits
$5,287€4,698Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 14"x05" Ridgeland Snare Drum
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$1,496€1,329Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Broadkaster 60's Marine Pearl
Drum Shell Sets
$4,949€4,398Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Catalina Club Rock Sahara Sp.
Drum Shell Sets
$1,293€1,149Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Catalina Maple Studio Silv. S.
Drum Shell Sets
$1,090€969Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 14"X5.5" Broadkaster SD NT.
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$1,123€998Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 14"X05" Broadkaster SD Natural
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$1,123€998Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 14"x08" Full Range Hybrid SD
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$329€292Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 14"x6.5" Full Range Hybrid SD
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$303€269Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 14"x6.5" Full Range Birch SD
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$224€199Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 14"x5.5" USA Custom Snare Drum
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$1,113€989Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 14"x7" 140th Anniversary Snare
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$1,911€1,698Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 14"x5,5" Mike Johnston Snare
14" Wooden Snare Drums
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Gretsch Drums Broadkaster 60's Jazz M. Pearl
Drum Shell Sets
$5,174€4,598Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 14"x6,5" Walnut Gloss Snare
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$415€369Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 14"x08" Swamp Dawg Snare
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$625€555Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Catalina Club Jazz Crimson Bst
Drum Shell Sets
$865€769Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 14"x5" Full Range Snare Maple
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$517€459Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 08"x07" TT Catalina Maple WG
8" Toms
$224€199Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 14"x14" FT Catalina Club SWG
14" Floor Toms
$336€299Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 14"x05" Full Range Birch SD
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$191€170Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Broadkaster SB Jazz Walnut
Premium Drum Kits
$5,624€4,998Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 14"X5,5" Broadkaster SD 60s
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$1,348€1,198Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 18"x16" FT Catalina Cl. SWG
18" Floor Toms
$426€379Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Brooklyn Rock Grey Oyster
Drum Shell Sets
$4,049€3,598Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Catalina Club Rock Crimson Bst
Drum Shell Sets
$1,237€1,099Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 14"x14" Catalina Maple-WG
14" Floor Toms
$336€299Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 14"x6.5" Full Range Maple SD
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$673€598Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 14"x6.5" Full Range Walnut SD
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$652€579Check ↗
Gretsch Drums US Custom 1up1down WMP
Premium Drum Kits
$4,388€3,899Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 14"x6,5" US Custom White Snare
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$1,068€949Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Energy Studio Black
Acoustic Drumkits
$955€849Check ↗
Gretsch Drums 14"x5" Hammered Brass Snare
14" Brass Snare Drums
$573€509Check ↗
Gretsch Drums US Custom Jazz Green Glass
Premium Drum Kits
$5,849€5,198Check ↗
Gretsch Drums US Custom 2up 2down Green
Premium Drum Kits
$10,351€9,198Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Broadkaster SB Vintage Marine
Premium Drum Kits
$5,849€5,198Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Brooklyn Special 22 DBMP
Premium Drum Kits
$4,949€4,398Check ↗
Gretsch Drums US Custom 24 Turquoise Pearl
Premium Drum Kits
$5,399€4,798Check ↗
Gretsch Drums US Custom 24 Candy Apple Red
Premium Drum Kits
$5,287€4,698Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Energy Studio Red II
Acoustic Drumkits
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Gretsch Drums Energy Studio Black II
Acoustic Drumkits
$898€798Check ↗
Gretsch Drums Energy Studio Red
Acoustic Drumkits
$899€799Check ↗
Gretsch Drums USA Custom 24 MBG
Premium Drum Kits
$10,463€9,298Check ↗
Gretsch Drums USA Custom 2up2down Rosewood
Premium Drum Kits
$10,351€9,198Check ↗
Gretsch Drums USA Custom Satin Rosewood
Premium Drum Kits
$5,287€4,698Check ↗
Gretsch Drums USA Custom Satin Dark Ebony
Premium Drum Kits
$7,312€6,498Check ↗
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.