Sonor SQ1 Studio GT Satin Gold Metal

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Sonor SQ1 Studio GT Satin Gold Metal

Sonor

SQ1 Studio GT Satin Gold Metal

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 512211
Brand: Sonor
Model: SQ1 Studio GT Satin Gold Metal
Price: $3,188.90

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The SQ1 Studio GT is a fantastic entry into Sonor’s higher-end drum lines. The birch shells give you a really balanced and musical sound that's great for everything from jazz to rock. It’s a premium-priced kit that's perfect for serious students and gigging musicians wanting a refined, professional feel and tone.

Product Description

  • Sonor SQ1 Studio GT Satin Gold Metal
  • Drum Set
  • SQ1 series
  • Studio configuration
  • Shell made of 100% European birch
  • Bass drum shell thickness: 10 mm
  • 10 layered
  • Snare drum
  • floor tom and tom tom shell thickness: 7 mm
  • 7 layered
  • Bearing edge: 45°
  • CLTF "Cross Laminated Tension Free" tension-free glued-on shells and OSM "Optimum Shell Measurement" reduced shell diameters ensure an optimum vibrational behaviour
  • Sound Sustainer mounting system for toms and floor toms
  • Tunesafe screw lock
  • Bass drum hoops in the shell finish
  • Toms with Remo USA Ambassador Coated batter head and Remo Ambassador Clear resonance head
  • Bass drum: Remo USA Powerstroke 3 Clear batter head and Powerstroke 3 Fiberskyn resonance head with Sonor logo
  • Bass drum with wooden hoops
  • Satin lacquered shells
  • Colour: Satin Gold Metallic (SGM)
  • Made in Germany

*Drum Shell Configuration:*

, 20" x 16" Bass drum with tom tom rosette, 12" x 08" Tom tom, 14" x 13" Stand tom

*Note:* Cymbals, stands, other hardware and snare drum not included in the delivery

PROS
  • • Birch shells deliver a warm, focused tone with excellent resonance
  • • CLTF bearing edge promotes even head contact and sustain
  • • Sound Sustainer mounts offer versatile tom positioning and dampening
  • • Satin Gold finish is stunning and provides a unique aesthetic
CONS
  • • The all-birch construction can lack the aggressive attack of maple
  • • Hardware, while functional, isn't quite as premium as the shells
  • • The limited configuration might restrict customization options later on

Product Video

Key Features

Shell Material European Birch
Pieces 5
Bass Drum Size 18 in
Tom Sizes 10 in, 12 in, 16 in
Shell Thickness Bass drum: 10 mm, Toms: 7 mm
Finish Satin Lacquered

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Frequently Asked Questions

The CLTF edge allows for more even head vibration, resulting in a more resonant and controlled tone, especially at higher volumes.
Yes, they're very easy to adjust, allowing for precise tuning and dampening control, and they minimize unwanted overtones by decoupling the toms from the shell.
The layered construction actually *increases* stability; it's less susceptible to warping and cracking than single-ply drums, offering excellent durability.

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