Tama Imperialstar 22" 5pcs -ELY

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Tama Imperialstar 22" 5pcs -ELY

Tama

Imperialstar 22" 5pcs -ELY

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 575873
Brand: Tama
Model: Imperialstar 22" 5pcs -ELY
Price: $1,043.90

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The Imperialstar is a solid, reliable kit for beginners or players looking for a budget-friendly setup. The poplar shells deliver a surprisingly warm tone, and the included hardware is a definite step up from the absolute bottom tier. It’s a great platform to build upon as your skills and budget grow.

Product Description

  • Tama Imperialstar 22" 5pcs -ELY
  • Complete Drum Set
  • Imperialstar Series
  • Model IP52H6W-ELY
  • 6-Ply
  • 8 mm thick poplar shells
  • Chrome shell hardware
  • Omnisphere tom holder
  • Hardware package from the Stage Master Series
  • Drum shells with wrap finish
  • Colour: Electric Yellow

*Shell set consisting of:*, 22" x 18" Kick drum, 10" x 07" Tom tom, 12" x 08" Tom tom, 16" x 14" Floor tom, 14" x 05" Snare drum

  • *Hardware set consisting of: *
  • Straight cymbal stand
  • Cymbal boom stand
  • Snare stand
  • Hi-Hat stand
  • Kick drum pedal
  • Drummers throne

*Meinl HCS Brass cymbal set consisting of:*, 14" Hi-Hat cymbal, 16" Crash cymbal, 20" Ride cymbal

PROS
  • • Poplar shells offer a warm, balanced tone suitable for various genres.
  • • Omnisphere mount provides excellent tom stability and versatile positioning.
  • • Stage Master hardware is surprisingly robust for a kit in this price range.
  • • Electric Yellow wrap finish is striking and provides extra shell protection.
CONS
  • • Meinl HCS cymbals are entry-level and will likely be an immediate upgrade.
  • • 6-ply shells, while good, won’t offer the projection of thicker, 8 or 10-ply options.
  • • Kick drum felt dampening might require aftermarket upgrades for optimal low-end response.

Product Video

Key Features

Shell Material 6-ply Poplar
Pieces 5
Bass Drum Size 22" x 18"
Snare 14" x 5"
Tom Sizes 10" x 7", 12" x 8", 16" x 14"
Hardware Included Straight cymbal stand, boom stand, snare stand, hi-hat stand, kick pedal, throne
Finish Electric Yellow Wrap

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Frequently Asked Questions

The 6-ply construction is thinner than Tama's higher-end Starclassic or Star drums, resulting in a slightly more resonant and less focused tone.
The Stage Master hardware is well-built for the price, suitable for regular practice and occasional gigs, but might show wear with constant heavy use.
Absolutely; the standard sizes are very common, making it straightforward to swap them out for better-sounding cymbals as your budget allows.

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