Yamaha 10"x07" Recording Custom SOB
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The Yamaha Recording Custom 10” tom is a serious contender for studio drummers and those seeking a refined, controlled sound. The birch construction provides a warm, focused tone that cuts through mixes well, and the Y.E.S.S. mounting system keeps things clean and tight. It's a premium-priced component that’ll elevate your kit’s overall character.
Product Description
- Yamaha 10"x07" Recording Custom SOB
- Tom Tom
- Size: 10" x 07"
- 6-Ply shell
- Shell material: 100% birch
- High-gloss lacquer finish shell
- Bearing edge: 30º round edge
- 1.6 mm Triple flanged hoops
- Batter head: Remo Ambassador Coated
- Resonant drumhead: Remo Ambassador Clear
- Y.E.S.S. System
- Manufacturer's designation: RBT1007-SOB
- Inside lacquer finish in dark brown
- Colour: Solid Black (SOB)
PROS
- • Birch shell delivers focused, warm tone with good projection
- • 30° bearing edge enhances resonance and attack
- • Triple-flanged hoops improve head sustain and tuning stability
- • Y.E.S.S. mounting system minimizes shell vibration and crosstalk
CONS
- • High-gloss finish shows fingerprints and handling marks easily
- • Limited versatility; leans towards studio/pop rather than heavier genres
- • The included Remo Ambassador heads are a good starting point, but upgrades are likely
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Key Features
Size
10 in x 7 in
Shell Material
100% Birch
Ply Count
6
Hoops
1.6 mm Triple Flanged
Mounting
Y.E.S.S. System
Weight
Approximately 11 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
Birch offers a more focused, drier tone than maple, lacking the overt sweetness. It's better for defined, punchy sounds where you don't want excessive overtones.
Yes, it’s surprisingly effective; it isolates the tom, minimizing sympathetic vibrations and allowing for cleaner, more controlled recordings.
Absolutely. The triple-flanged hoops are robust enough to handle heavier heads for a more aggressive sound, offering a wide range of tonal possibilities.
