Sonor AQ2 Safari Set TSB

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Sonor AQ2 Safari Set TSB

Sonor

AQ2 Safari Set TSB

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 422801
Brand: Sonor
Model: AQ2 Safari Set TSB
Price: $1,208.90

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The AQ2 Safari is a solid entry-level kit from Sonor, delivering that characteristic German build and a surprisingly warm tone for the price point. The SmartMounts are a real bonus, keeping things light and resonant. This set's perfect for students, gigging musicians on a budget, or anyone wanting a dependable, well-sounding kit without the premium price tag.

Product Description

  • Sonor AQ2 Safari Set TSB
  • Drum shell set
  • Shell material: 7-Ply maple shell
  • Shell hardware: Chrome
  • New SmartMount tom holder system for balanced
  • optimal sustain with smaller hardware footprint
  • Colour: Transparent black (glossy lacquered)

*Shell pack consisting of:*

, 16" x 15" Bass drum (with bass drum rosette), 10" x 07" Tom tom, 13" x 12" Floor tom, 13" x 06" Wooden snare drum

*Includes tom holder*

PROS
  • • 7-ply maple shells offer a warm, resonant tone with good projection
  • • SmartMount system minimizes hardware and maximizes resonance
  • • Wooden snare drum delivers a crisp, focused backbeat
  • • Sonor’s build quality ensures durability and reliable hardware
CONS
  • • Limited shell sizes restrict versatility for diverse musical styles
  • • Transparent black finish can show fingerprints and minor blemishes
  • • Bass drum rosette is a basic design, not a premium feature

Product Video

Key Features

Shell Material 7-ply maple
Pieces 4
Bass Drum Size 16 in x 15 in
Tom Sizes 10 in x 07 in, 13 in x 12 in, 13 in x 06 in
Shell Thickness 2.5mm
Finish Transparent black (glossy lacquered)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The 7-ply maple provides a balanced tone—warm and full, with a good attack—making it suitable for various genres, though it leans towards a more classic sound.
Absolutely; they reduce weight, allow for greater shell resonance, and provide a cleaner aesthetic by minimizing hardware clutter.
While it won't match the complexity of a premium snare, the all-wood construction delivers a respectable crack and sensitivity that's surprisingly good for its class.

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