Dixon Artisan Ultra Maple Shell Set

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Dixon Artisan Ultra Maple Shell Set

Dixon

Artisan Ultra Maple Shell Set

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Product Info

Article Number: 612031
Brand: Dixon
Model: Artisan Ultra Maple Shell Set
Price: $5,717.80

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

The Dixon Artisan Ultra Maple set is a serious statement piece – beautifully crafted and delivering a remarkably warm, resonant tone. These shells respond incredibly well to nuanced playing, making them ideal for session drummers, jazz, and anyone seeking a refined, controlled sound. Be prepared to baby them, though; these aren’t shells for the touring roadie.

Product Description

  • Dixon Artisan Ultra Maple Shell Set
  • Shell Set
  • Shell material: Ultra-thin North American maple
  • Shell thickness: 8.8 mm kick drum
  • 4.0 mm toms
  • High-gloss lacquer finish
  • Chrome-plated hardware
  • A-Frame tuning lugs
  • 2.3 mm chrome-plated die-cast hoops
  • 45° bearing edge
  • Evans drumheads
  • Manufacturer's number: PODAX622-21-BMIN1-CR
  • Colour: Bird's eye maple with inlay

*Shell set consisting of:*, 22" x 16" kick drum, 08" x 08" tom tom, 10" x 08" tom tom, 12" x 08" tom tom, 14" x 12" and 16" x 14" floor toms

PROS
  • • Ultra-thin maple delivers exceptional resonance and warmth.
  • • Bird's eye maple aesthetic is stunning, truly a work of art.
  • • Die-cast hoops provide precise tuning stability and improved tone.
  • • A-Frame lugs offer a cleaner look and enhance shell vibration.
CONS
  • • Ultra-thin shells are more susceptible to damage from rough handling.
  • • High-gloss lacquer requires meticulous care and is prone to fingerprints.
  • • Limited versatility; excels in studio and controlled performance environments.

Product Video

Key Features

Shell Material Ultra-thin North American Maple
Pieces 6
Bass Drum Size 22" x 16"
Tom Sizes 08" x 08", 10" x 08", 12" x 08", 14" x 12", 16" x 14"
Shell Thickness 8.8 mm (Kick), 4.0 mm (Toms)
Finish High-gloss Lacquer

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Frequently Asked Questions

The ultra-thin construction provides significantly more resonance and overtones compared to thicker maple, resulting in a more open and airy sound, but with less 'thud'.
They're naturally quite resonant, so you'll likely want to experiment with minimal damping to retain their character – a small O-ring on the toms is probably sufficient.
Standard hardware sizes and mounting systems work perfectly; the die-cast hoops provide a stable base for any quality drum hardware.

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