Gretsch Drums 08"x07" Catalina Maple -WG
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Gretsch Drums
08"x07" Catalina Maple -WG
Product Info
Article Number:
328912
Brand:
Gretsch Drums
Model:
08"x07" Catalina Maple -WG
Category:
8" Toms
Price:
$192.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This 8-inch Gretsch Catalina Maple tom is a solid choice for drummers wanting a warm, focused sound. The maple shell and triple-flange hoops give it a surprisingly mature tone, perfect for adding a touch of vintage character to smaller kits or as a higher-pitched accent. It’s an excellent value for players looking for a quality tom without breaking the bank.
Product Description
- Gretsch Drums 08"x07" Catalina Maple '14 -WG
- Tom Tom
- Size: 08" x 07"
- Catalina Maple series
- 7-Ply 100% maple shell
- Chrome shell hardware
- Redesigned Gretsch badge
- 30° Shell bearing edge
- 2.3 mm Triple-flange steel hoops and Catalina Mini Lugs
- New 2-point tom mount system for freely suspended tom toms with 9010 L mounting bracket
- Shell equipped with single-ply white rough-coated Gretsch heads from Remo
- Colour: Walnut Glaze
PROS
- • Maple shell delivers warm, resonant tones with surprising projection.
- • Triple-flange hoops enhance attack and overall drum clarity.
- • New 2-point mounting system allows for excellent tom resonance and placement.
- • Walnut Glaze finish provides a classic aesthetic and durable protection.
CONS
- • Catalina Maple is a mid-range line; hardware isn't premium-grade.
- • Rough-coated heads are decent stock heads, but upgrades are recommended.
- • Smaller size limits low-end response, best suited for higher frequencies.
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Key Features
Size
8 in x 7 in
Shell Material
100% Maple
Ply Count
7-Ply
Hoops
2.3 mm Triple-flange Steel
Mounting
2-Point Tom Mount System with 9010 L Bracket
Weight
Approximately 7 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
Maple generally offers a warmer, more rounded tone compared to birch's brighter, more aggressive sound. This tom will have more body and sustain.
Yes, the 2-point system is quite intuitive and allows for easy adjustments to the tom's angle and position, enabling fine-tuning of resonance.
It shines in genres like classic rock, blues, and jazz where a warm, resonant tom sound is desired; it’s less ideal for very heavy, low-tuned applications.
