Gretsch Drums Brooklyn Jazz Shell Set -GO

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Gretsch Drums Brooklyn Jazz Shell Set -GO

Gretsch Drums

Brooklyn Jazz Shell Set -GO

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 332853
Model: Brooklyn Jazz Shell Set -GO
Price: $3,627.80

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

The Brooklyn Jazz set is a serious contender for players seeking authentic vintage Gretsch tone. The maple/poplar construction yields a warm, woody sound ideal for jazz, blues, and smaller ensemble work. It's a beautifully crafted kit, perfect for the discerning jazz drummer or anyone wanting that classic Gretsch vibe.

Product Description

  • Gretsch Drums Brooklyn Jazz Shell Set -GO
  • Drum Shell Kit
  • Brooklyn Series
  • Jazz version
  • GB-J483-GO
  • Colour: Grey Oyster (GO)
  • Nitron-finish wrapped drum shells
  • Nitron-finished sets include black hoops coated with a layer of matte lacquer which matches the colour of the Nitron inlay
  • Chrome-plated drum shell hardware
  • 6-Ply maple/poplar drum shell
  • 30° Bearing edge and Gretsch silver sealer drumshell lacquer finish on the inside of the shell construction
  • Standard USA custom lugs
  • GTS tom mounting system
  • "302" 3 mm thick double-flanged metal hoops
  • Brooklyn round badge
  • Drumheads: Gretsch Permatone by Remo USA with white
  • roughened
  • single-ply batter heads and clear resonant heads
  • Bass drum features a Powerstroke Clear batter head and a white roughened single-ply resonant head

*Drumshell set includes:*

, 12" x 8" Tom Tom, 14" x 14" Floor Tom, 18" x 14" Bass Drum

*Note:* Other hardware, stands, stand accessories, snare drum and cymbals are not included.

PROS
  • • Maple/poplar shells deliver warm, focused jazz tones.
  • • Nitron finish provides a unique aesthetic and protective layer.
  • • GTS mounting system allows for versatile tom placement.
  • • Gretsch Permatone heads offer a vintage-inspired response.
CONS
  • • Grey Oyster finish can be a fingerprint magnet.
  • • Shell set is premium-priced, limiting accessibility.
  • • Limited versatility outside of jazz and lighter genres.

Product Video

Key Features

Shell Material 6-ply maple/poplar
Pieces 4
Bass Drum Size 20 in
Tom Sizes 12 in, 13 in
Shell Thickness 6 plies
Finish Nitron Grey Oyster

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Frequently Asked Questions

Nitron offers a more modern, durable finish with a slightly lower sheen, while retaining the tonal characteristics of Gretsch shells.
Yes, the standard lugs are a common choice, offering a consistent look and easy compatibility with aftermarket lug upgrades if desired.
While designed for jazz, the shells are surprisingly robust; however, pushing them too hard will reveal their inherent warmth and may lack the aggressive projection of maple-only constructions.

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