Sonor SQ1 Rock GT Cruiser Blue

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Sonor SQ1 Rock GT Cruiser Blue

Sonor

SQ1 Rock GT Cruiser Blue

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 512218
Brand: Sonor
Model: SQ1 Rock GT Cruiser Blue
Price: $3,077.80

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

The Sonor SQ1 Rock GT Cruiser Blue is a fantastic entry point into Sonor's higher-end drum world. It's a solid, well-built kit with a punchy, focused rock sound—ideal for players wanting a professional feel and look without the absolute top-tier price tag. The Cruiser Blue finish really sets it apart visually.

Product Description

  • Sonor SQ1 Rock GT Cruiser Blue
  • Drum Shell Pack
  • SQ1 series
  • Rock configuration
  • 100% European birch shell
  • 10 Layered
  • 10 mm thick bass drum shell
  • 7 Layered
  • 7 mm thick snare drum
  • floor tom and tom tom shell
  • Bearing edge: 45°
  • The CLTF "Cross Laminated Tension Free" tension-free glued-on shell and an OSM "Optimum Shell Measurement" reduced shell diameter ensures an optimally vibrational behaviour
  • Sound sustainer holding system for toms and floor toms
  • Tunesafe screw protector
  • Bass drum wooden hoops in the shell finish
  • Toms with Remo USA Ambassador Coated batter head and Remo Ambassador Clear resonant drumhead
  • Bass drum: Remo USA Powerstroke 3 Clear batter head and a Powerstroke 3 Fiberskyn resonant drumhead with Sonor logo
  • Silk-matt lacquered shell
  • Colour: Cruiser Blue (CRB)
  • Made in Germany

*Shell pack consists of:*

, 24" x 14" Bass drum without a tom tom rosette, 13" x 09" Tom tom, 16" x 15" Stand tom

*Note:* Cymbals, stands, other hardware and snare drum not included.

PROS
  • • 100% European birch shells deliver a focused, warm, and resonant tone.
  • • CLTF technology minimizes stress, promoting even vibration and sustain.
  • • The Cruiser Blue finish is striking and the silk-matt lacquer looks premium.
  • • Remo heads provide a solid, immediately usable sound straight out of the box.
CONS
  • • The SQ1 series is premium-priced, a significant investment for many drummers.
  • • The Rock configuration might lack versatility for more complex genres.
  • • At 20mm+ shell thickness, the kit will feel substantial and potentially less portable.

Product Video

Key Features

Shell Material European Birch
Pieces 5
Bass Drum Size 22 in
Tom Sizes 10 in, 12 in, 16 in
Shell Thickness 10 mm (bass drum), 7 mm (toms)
Finish Silk-matt Lacquered

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Frequently Asked Questions

CLTF minimizes internal stress, resulting in a more even tone, increased resonance, and a slightly more 'open' feel than traditional construction.
Yes, the Remo heads are standard sizes and readily available. They're decent for beginners, but most players will upgrade to heads tailored to their specific sound.
The 10mm bass drum shell provides a solid low-end with good projection, while the birch wood ensures a balanced overall sound that isn’t overly boomy.

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