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Tama

Japan, est. 1946 · 345 products across 3 categories

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About Tama

Tama Drums, hailing from Japan, has established itself as a cornerstone of the modern drumming world. Founded in the post-war era, the company quickly gained recognition for its innovative hardware designs and, later, its high-quality drum shells. Today, Tama is revered for its blend of traditional craftsmanship and forward-thinking engineering, consistently sought after by professionals and serious hobbyists alike.

Founded
1946
Country
Japan
Segment
Premium
Target
Tama caters primarily to experienced drummers, studio musicians, and touring pro
Known For
STAR Maple and Bubinga drum sets Power Glide double pedal system Innovative shell construction techniques (e.g., MTL) Reliable and versatile drum hardware Signature snare drum lines with prominent artists
PROS
  • • Exceptional hardware durability and performance
  • • Wide range of shell options for diverse sounds
  • • Consistent quality across product lines
  • • Innovative pedal designs offer speed and control
  • • Strong artist endorsements and visibility
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, limiting accessibility for beginners
  • • Shell finishes can sometimes be perceived as less unique
  • • Hardware can occasionally feel overly complex for some users
  • • STAR drums can be quite heavy
  • • Some hardware models have been discontinued over time

Tama Products

Tama LGM137-STA Sound Lab Snare - 13" Wooden Snare Drums

Tama LGM137-STA Sound Lab Snare

13" Wooden Snare Drums

$582
Size 13"
Snare Drum, Size: 13" x 7", G-Maple, S.L.P. - Sound Lab Project Series, Model:...
4.4 AudioFu Score
Tama LMP1455-SMP Sound Lab Snare - 14" Wooden Snare Drums

Tama LMP1455-SMP Sound Lab Snare

14" Wooden Snare Drums

$472
Size 14"
Snare drum, Size: 14" x 5.5", S.L.P - Sound Lab Project Series, Design: Super Maple...
4.7 AudioFu Score
Tama PST146 Starphonic Black Nickel - 14" Steel Snare Drums

Tama PST146 Starphonic Black Nickel

14" Steel Snare Drums

$492
Size 14"
Snare Drum, Starphonic, Black Nickel Steel Boiler 14"x06" with 1.0 mm shell drum...
4.3 AudioFu Score
Tama MP125ST 12"x05" Mike Portnoy - 12" Steel Snare Drums

Tama MP125ST 12"x05" Mike Portnoy

12" Steel Snare Drums

$581
Size 12"
Tama MP125ST 12" x 05" Mike Portnoy, Snare Drum, Mike Portnoy Signature, Size: 12" x 05", Shell: 1 mm Steel (Hammered...
4.5 AudioFu Score
Tama PSS146 Starphonic Steel - 14" Steel Snare Drums

Tama PSS146 Starphonic Steel

14" Steel Snare Drums

$790
Size 14"
Starphonic Snare Drum, Steel drum shell, Size: 14" x 06", With 1.0 mm shell thickness,...
4.3 AudioFu Score
Tama PBR146 Starphonic Brass Bundle - 14" Brass Snare Drums

Tama PBR146 Starphonic Brass Bundle

14" Brass Snare Drums

$699
Size 14"
4.4 AudioFu Score
Tama PMM146 Starphonic Maple Bundle - 14" Wooden Snare Drums

Tama PMM146 Starphonic Maple Bundle

14" Wooden Snare Drums

$769
Size 14"
4.6 AudioFu Score
Tama PBC146 Starphonic Bubi. Bundle - 14" Wooden Snare Drums

Tama PBC146 Starphonic Bubi. Bundle

14" Wooden Snare Drums

$710
Size 14"
4.7 AudioFu Score
Tama PAL146 Starphonic Aluminium - Aluminium Snare Drums

Tama PAL146 Starphonic Aluminium

Aluminium Snare Drums

$559
Size 14"
Starphonic Snare Drum, Aluminium drum shell, Size: 14" x 06", Material: 1.2 mm thick...
4.4 AudioFu Score
Tama PBR146 Starphonic Brass - 14" Brass Snare Drums

Tama PBR146 Starphonic Brass

14" Brass Snare Drums

$652
Size 14"
Starphonic Snare Drum, Brass shell, Height: 14" x 06", Shell thickness of 1.2 mm, New...
4.6 AudioFu Score
Tama PBC146 Starphonic Bubinga - 14" Wooden Snare Drums

Tama PBC146 Starphonic Bubinga

14" Wooden Snare Drums

$722
Size 14"
Starphonic Snare Drum, Bubinga shell, Size: 14" x 06", With 1 external ply-layer of...
4.7 AudioFu Score
Tama PMM146 Starphonic Maple - 14" Wooden Snare Drums

Tama PMM146 Starphonic Maple

14" Wooden Snare Drums

$722
Size 14"
Starphonic Snare Drum, Maple Shell, Size: 14" x 06", With 1 mappa burl outer layer - 6...
4.9 AudioFu Score
Tama HP30 Bass Drum Pedal - Single Bass Drum Pedals

Tama HP30 Bass Drum Pedal

Single Bass Drum Pedals

$78
Foot Pedal, Stagemaster series, Very robust entry-level model, Single chain, Adjustable...
4.9 AudioFu Score
Tama JT147 John Tempesta Snare - Signature Snare Drums

Tama JT147 John Tempesta Snare

Signature Snare Drums

$990
Size 14"
Signature Snare Drum
4.8 AudioFu Score
Tama 08"x06" Starcl. W/B Tom -MBR - 8" Toms

Tama 08"x06" Starcl. W/B Tom -MBR

8" Toms

$500
Size 8"
Tama 08"x06" Starcl. W/B Tom -MBR, Tom, Size: 08" x 06", Starclassic Series, 6 mm thick shell made from four layers of...
4.7 AudioFu Score
Tama 08"x06" Starcl. W/B Tom -PBK - 8" Toms

Tama 08"x06" Starcl. W/B Tom -PBK

8" Toms

$500
Size 8"
Tama 08"x06" Starcl. W/B Tom -PBK, Tom Tom, Size: 08" x 06", Material: 6 mm / four layers of birch + two layers of...
4.8 AudioFu Score
Tama 18"x16" Imperialstar F.Tom HLB - 18" Floor Toms

Tama 18"x16" Imperialstar F.Tom HLB

18" Floor Toms

$227
Size 18"
Tama 18"x16" Imperialstar F.Tom HLB, Floor Tom, Size: 18" x 16", Imperialstar Series, 6-Ply, 8 mm thick poplar shell,...
4.5 AudioFu Score
Tama 18"x16" Imperialstar F.Tom BRM - 18" Floor Toms

Tama 18"x16" Imperialstar F.Tom BRM

18" Floor Toms

$227
Size 18"
Tama 18"x16" Imperialstar F.Tom BRM, Floor Tom, Size: 18" x 16", Imperialstar Series, 6-Ply, 8 mm thick poplar shell,...
4.6 AudioFu Score
Tama 08"x07" Imperialstar Tom ELY - 8" Toms

Tama 08"x07" Imperialstar Tom ELY

8" Toms

$122
Size 8"
Tama 08"x07" Imperialstar Tom ELY, Tom Tom, Size: 08" x 07", Imperialstar Series, Material: 6-ply, 8 mm thick poplar...
4.7 AudioFu Score
Tama Starcl. Walnut/Birch 20" -TQP - Drum Shell Sets

Tama Starcl. Walnut/Birch 20" -TQP

Drum Shell Sets

$2,098
Size 20"
*Note:* Cymbals, stands, other hardware and snare drum not included
4.9 AudioFu Score
Tama 14"x6,5" Starcl. Maple Sn. SLW - 14" Wooden Snare Drums

Tama 14"x6,5" Starcl. Maple Sn. SLW

14" Wooden Snare Drums

$664
Size 14"
Tama 14"x6,5" Starcl. Maple Sn. SLW, Snare Drum, Size: 14" x 6.5", Starclassic Maple Series, Maple shell, Smoked black...
4.5 AudioFu Score
Tama 06x06 Concert Tom CSLT6A-TBF - concert tom toms

Tama 06x06 Concert Tom CSLT6A-TBF

concert tom toms

$174
Size 6"
Tama 06x06 Concert Tom CSLT6A-TBF, Size: 06" x 06", 6-Layered, 5 mm thick maple...
4.7 AudioFu Score
Tama 14"x6,5" Star Reserve Aluminum - Aluminium Snare Drums

Tama 14"x6,5" Star Reserve Aluminum

Aluminium Snare Drums

$1,224
Size 14"
Tama 14" x 6.5" Star Reserve Aluminum, Snare Drum, Size: 14" x 6.5", Series: Star Reserve, Drumshell thickess: 3 mm,...
4.8 AudioFu Score
Tama Starcl. Performer 5pcs -DCF - Drum Shell Sets

Tama Starcl. Performer 5pcs -DCF

Drum Shell Sets

$1,982
Size 22"
*Note:* Cymbals, stands, other hardware and snare drum are not included in the delivery
4.8 AudioFu Score
Tama Superstar Classic Kit 22 PGJP - Acoustic Drumkits

Tama Superstar Classic Kit 22 PGJP

Acoustic Drumkits

$1,457
Size 22"
*Note:* Cymbals and other hardware are not included.
4.4 AudioFu Score
Tama Supers. Classic Shells 22 PGJP - Drum Shell Sets

Tama Supers. Classic Shells 22 PGJP

Drum Shell Sets

$1,107
Size 22"
*Note:* Cymbals, stands and other hardware not included in delivery
4.5 AudioFu Score
Tama Starcl. Walnut/Birch 20" -MBR - Drum Shell Sets

Tama Starcl. Walnut/Birch 20" -MBR

Drum Shell Sets

$2,040
Size 20"
, 20" x 14" Bass drum (with bass drum rosette), 12" x 08" Tom tom, 14" x 14" Stand tom
4.4 AudioFu Score
Tama Starcl. Walnut/Birch 20" -VMP - Drum Shell Sets

Tama Starcl. Walnut/Birch 20" -VMP

Drum Shell Sets

$2,098
Size 20"
, 20" x 14" Bass Drum (bass drum rosette included), 12" x 08" Tom Tom, 14" x 14" Stand Tom
4.8 AudioFu Score
Tama Starcl. Walnut/Birch 20" -CCO - Drum Shell Sets

Tama Starcl. Walnut/Birch 20" -CCO

Drum Shell Sets

$2,098
Size 20"
, 20" x 14" Bass Drum (bass drum rosette included), 12" x 08" Tom Tom, 14" x 14" Stand Tom
4.5 AudioFu Score
Tama Starcl. Walnut/Birch 3pcs -CCO - Drum Shell Sets

Tama Starcl. Walnut/Birch 3pcs -CCO

Drum Shell Sets

$2,098
Size 22"
Drum Shell Set, WBR32RZS-CCO, Foil-wrapped drum shells (Delmar foil), Material: 6...
4.3 AudioFu Score
Tama 14"x08" Starcl. Maple Sn. FBK - 14" Wooden Snare Drums

Tama 14"x08" Starcl. Maple Sn. FBK

14" Wooden Snare Drums

$815
Size 14"
Tama 14"x08" Starcl. Maple Sn. FBK, Snare Drum, Size: 14" x 08", Starclassic maple series, MAS148U-FBK, Shell made of...
4.6 AudioFu Score
Tama 14"x6,5" Starcl. Maple Sn. FBM - 14" Wooden Snare Drums

Tama 14"x6,5" Starcl. Maple Sn. FBM

14" Wooden Snare Drums

$675
Size 14"
Tama 14"x6,5" Starcl. Maple Sn. FBM, Snare Drum, Size: 14" x 6.5", MAS1465U-FBM, 100% Maple shell, Smoked black nickel...
4.8 AudioFu Score
Tama Starclassic Maple Standard SAM - Drum Shell Sets

Tama Starclassic Maple Standard SAM

Drum Shell Sets

$4,023
Size 22"
*Note: snare, hardware, stand, tom tom holder and cymbal not included*
4.5 AudioFu Score
Tama CB1465 Charlie Benante Snare - Signature Snare Drums

Tama CB1465 Charlie Benante Snare

Signature Snare Drums

$647
Size 14"
Snare Drum, Charlie Benante signature snare, Size: 14" x 6.5", Drum shell: Stainless...
4.9 AudioFu Score
Tama MP1455ST 14x5,5" Mike Portnoy - 14" Steel Snare Drums

Tama MP1455ST 14x5,5" Mike Portnoy

14" Steel Snare Drums

$635
Size 5"
Tama MP1455ST 14x5,5" Mike Portnoy, Signature Snare Drum, 14" x 5.5", Colour: Black with new Mike Portnoy logo, Steel...
4.4 AudioFu Score
Tama Starcl. Performer 5pcs -CAR - Drum Shell Sets

Tama Starcl. Performer 5pcs -CAR

Drum Shell Sets

$2,040
Size 22"
*Note:* Cymbals, stands, other hardware and snare drum are not included in the delivery
4.7 AudioFu Score
Tama CWN1414MF-GBW Starphonic - Fielddrums

Tama CWN1414MF-GBW Starphonic

Fielddrums

$1,387
Size 14"
Field Drum, Size: 14" x 14", Starphonic Walnut Bravura model, 6 mm thick, 6-layer walnut...
4.3 AudioFu Score
Tama 18"x16" Starclassic WB FT VMP - 18" Floor Toms

Tama 18"x16" Starclassic WB FT VMP

18" Floor Toms

$931
Size 18"
Tama 18"x16" Starclassic WB FT VMP, Floor Tom, Size: 18"x 16", Material: 6 mm / fouir layers of birch and two layers of...
4.5 AudioFu Score
Tama 14"x6,5" STAR Reserve Sn. GCW - 14" Wooden Snare Drums

Tama 14"x6,5" STAR Reserve Sn. GCW

14" Wooden Snare Drums

$1,317
Size 14"
Tama 14"x6.5" STAR Reserve Sn. GCW, Snare Drum, Size: 14" x 6.5", Star Reserve Series, Wooden shell, Shell material:...
4.7 AudioFu Score
Tama STAR Drum Bubinga Set SAC - Drum Shell Sets

Tama STAR Drum Bubinga Set SAC

Drum Shell Sets

$9,329
Size 22"
Shell Set, Star Drum Bubinga Series, Chrome hardware, Shells made of 5mm Bubinga wood,...
4.8 AudioFu Score
Tama 14"x06" STAR Reserve Sn. BOC - 14" Wooden Snare Drums

Tama 14"x06" STAR Reserve Sn. BOC

14" Wooden Snare Drums

$1,585
Size 14"
Tama 14"x06" STAR Reserve Sn. BOC, Snare Drum, Size: 14" x 06", STAR Reserve Series Vol.9, Shell: 8 mm solid Japanese...
4.3 AudioFu Score
Tama Starcl. Walnut/Birch 5pcs -TQP - Drum Shell Sets

Tama Starcl. Walnut/Birch 5pcs -TQP

Drum Shell Sets

$3,148
Size 22"
*Note:* Cymbals, stands, other hardware and snare drum not included
4.5 AudioFu Score
Tama Starcl. Walnut/Birch 4pcs -MBI - Drum Shell Sets

Tama Starcl. Walnut/Birch 4pcs -MBI

Drum Shell Sets

$2,600
Size 22"
*Note:* Cymbals, stands, other hardware and snare drum not included.
4.6 AudioFu Score
Tama 14"x6,5" STAR Reserve Sn. OAA - 14" Wooden Snare Drums

Tama 14"x6,5" STAR Reserve Sn. OAA

14" Wooden Snare Drums

$1,317
Size 14"
Tama 14"x6,5" STAR Reserve Sn. OAA, Snare Drum, Size: 14" x 6.5", Star Reserve Series, Shell: 10 mm solid ash in barrel...
4.8 AudioFu Score
Tama Starclassic Maple Standard SLW - Drum Shell Sets

Tama Starclassic Maple Standard SLW

Drum Shell Sets

$3,731
Size 22"
*Note:* Cymbals, stands, other hardware and snare drum not included.
4.5 AudioFu Score
Tama Starcl. Performer 4pcs -SKA - Drum Shell Sets

Tama Starcl. Performer 4pcs -SKA

Drum Shell Sets

$1,702
Size 22"
*Note:* Cymbals, stands, other hardware and snare drum not included.
4.6 AudioFu Score
Tama 14"x5,5" Star Walnut Snare RSC - 14" Wooden Snare Drums

Tama 14"x5,5" Star Walnut Snare RSC

14" Wooden Snare Drums

$955
Size 14"
Tama 14"x5.5" Star Walnut Snare RSC, Snare Drum, Shell: 6 mm / 5 layers of walnut with an outer layer of Japanese...
4.3 AudioFu Score
Tama 14x12 Concert Tom CSLT14D-TBF - concert tom toms

Tama 14x12 Concert Tom CSLT14D-TBF

concert tom toms

$279
Size 14"
Tama 14"x12" Tom CSLT14D-TBF, Size: 14" x 12", 6-Layered, 5 mm thick maple shell,...
4.8 AudioFu Score
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tama

The vast majority of Tama drums and hardware are manufactured in Japan, with some hardware components produced in China to manage costs. The Japanese-made instruments are generally considered to be of the highest quality.

MTL (Multi-Ring Shell Technology) involves layering multiple rings of varying materials and thicknesses during shell construction. This process is designed to create a more resonant, controlled, and complex tone.

Yes, Tama pedals are widely regarded as exceptionally durable and reliable. The Power Glide and Iron Cobra series are particularly known for their robust construction and smooth action, although regular maintenance is always recommended.

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