Gretsch Drums USA Custom Standard Maple

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Gretsch Drums USA Custom Standard Maple

Gretsch Drums

USA Custom Standard Maple

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 362508
Model: USA Custom Standard Maple
Price: $8,687.80

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

These USA Custom Standard Maple Gretsches are a serious step up in quality and tone. The maple delivers that classic Gretsch warmth, but with a focused punch thanks to the hand-cut shells and cast hoops. This kit’s ideal for players who want a vintage vibe without sacrificing modern playability—think jazz, classic rock, and soulful R&B.

Product Description

  • Gretsch Drums USA Custom Standard Maple
  • Shell Set
  • USA Custom Series - Standard Version
  • Painted shells in Millenium Maple Gloss colour
  • Shells made from 6-ply maple wood
  • All shells are hand-made
  • hand-cut and hand-sandblasted
  • and made with a 30° bearing edge and Gretsch Silver lacquered interior shell finish
  • Toms with Gretsch cast hoops for a rounded
  • full
  • assertive tone
  • and extremely easy
  • stable tuning

*Shell set includes:*

, 22" x 18" Bass drum, 10" x 07" Tom tom, 12" x 08" Tom tom, 16" x 14" Floor tom, 14" x 6.5" Snare drum with Micro Sensitive strainer

*Note:* Tom mounts, cymbals and stands not included

PROS
  • • Hand-cut maple shells deliver warm, resonant, vintage-inspired tones.
  • • Cast hoops on toms enhance projection and tuning stability.
  • • Silver interior lacquer minimizes unwanted overtones and maximizes sustain.
  • • USA Custom series construction ensures exceptional build quality and durability.
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, a significant investment for most drummers.
  • • Lack of hardware and cymbals adds considerable extra expense.
  • • Maple construction might be too mellow for players seeking aggressive, modern sounds.

Product Video

Key Features

Shell Material 6-ply maple
Pieces 5 (bass drum, 2 toms, 1 floor tom, 1 snare)
Bass Drum Size 22 in
Shell Thickness Approximately 7.5mm (based on 6-ply construction)
Bearing Edge 30°
Finish Millenium Maple Gloss

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Gretsch will have a warmer, more resonant tone with a slightly more vintage character; the Ludwig will generally be a bit more focused and punchy.
Yes, Gretsch’s USA Custom series uses a truly hand-cut process, which contributes significantly to the kit’s unique tonal characteristics and meticulous craftsmanship.
The silver lacquer helps dampen unwanted shell resonance and enhances sustain, contributing to a cleaner, more defined tone.

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