Gretsch Drums Renown Maple Jazz -SOP
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Gretsch Drums
Renown Maple Jazz -SOP
Product Info
Article Number:
397429
Brand:
Gretsch Drums
Model:
Renown Maple Jazz -SOP
Category:
Drum Shell Sets
Price:
$1,538.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Renown Maple Jazz SOP is a fantastic choice for serious jazz drummers or anyone seeking a refined, vintage-inspired sound. The maple shells offer a beautifully warm and controlled tone, perfect for subtle dynamics and intricate patterns. It's a premium-priced kit that delivers a professional feel and sound.
Product Description
- Gretsch Drums Renown Maple 2016 Jazz -SOP
- Shell Set
- New Renown Maple
- Jazz configuration
- RN2-J483
- 7-Ply maple wood shells
- 30° Shell bearing edge
- Gretsch "302" steel hoops on tom / floor tom
- Gretsch "Silver Sealer" inner shell coating
- "Low Profile" tom suspension system
- Chrome hardware
- Remo skins
- Bass Drum with round Gretsch tom rosette
- Colour: Silver Oyster Pearl
*Shell configuration:*
, 18" x 14" Bass drum, 12" x 08" Tom tom, 14" x 14" Floor tom, Single tom holder
*Other hardware, tripods and cymbals not included*
PROS
- • Maple shells deliver warm, focused tone with surprising projection
- • 30° bearing edge enhances resonance and complexity
- • Gretsch’s inSilver Sealer’ provides a controlled, vintage-inspired sound
- • Low-profile tom suspension minimizes unwanted overtones and ringing
CONS
- • Jazz configurations are inherently less versatile for heavier genres
- • Silver Oyster Pearl finish can be a fingerprint magnet
- • Hardware, cymbals, and stands are not included, adding to overall cost
Product Video
Key Features
Shell Material
7-ply Maple
Pieces
4
Bass Drum Size
18 in x 14 in
Tom Sizes
12 in x 8 in, 14 in x 14 in
Shell Thickness
3.2mm (approximate, based on Renown Maple construction)
Finish
Silver Oyster Pearl
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Frequently Asked Questions
The inSilver Sealerin dampens the shell slightly, resulting in a more focused and vintage tone with less sustain than a completely open shell.
Yes, they offer improved resonance and a slightly warmer, more vintage-style tone compared to standard steel hoops, contributing to the overall jazz character.
While the quality is excellent, a beginner might find the jazz configuration restrictive; it’s better suited for players with a focused style and some experience.
