Yamaha 13"x09" Recording Custom SOB

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Yamaha 13"x09" Recording Custom SOB

Yamaha

13"x09" Recording Custom SOB

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Product Info

Article Number: 517733
Brand: Yamaha
Model: 13"x09" Recording Custom SOB
Category: 13" Toms
Price: $724.90

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The Yamaha Recording Custom SOB 13-inch tom is a solid choice for drummers seeking a focused, articulate sound. Its birch construction provides a warm, controlled tone that sits well in a mix – perfect for studio work or gigging where clarity is key. This tom is a great addition to a kit, or works well as a standalone accent piece.

Product Description

  • Yamaha 13"x09" Recording Custom SOB
  • Recording Tom Tom
  • Finish: Solid Black (SOB)
  • Shell material: 100% birch
  • High gloss lacquer finish
  • 6-Ply shell
  • Dark Brown lacquer finish inside
  • Bearing edge: 30° round edge
  • 1.6mm Triple Flanged hoops
  • Batter head: Remo Ambassador coated
  • Resonator head: Remo Ambassador clear
  • Y.E.S.S. System
  • RBT1309-SOB
PROS
  • • Birch shell delivers focused, warm tone with excellent projection
  • • Solid Black (SOB) finish offers a clean, professional aesthetic
  • • Triple-flanged hoops enhance resonance and tuning stability
  • • Y.E.S.S. mounting system minimizes shell vibration for clearer sound
CONS
  • • Birch construction leans toward a less 'vintage' vibe than maple
  • • SOB finish can show fingerprints and smudges easily
  • • Price point places it in a premium-priced category for a single tom

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Key Features

Size 13 in x 9 in
Shell Material 100% Birch
Ply Count 6-Ply
Hoops 1.6mm Triple Flanged
Mounting Y.E.S.S. System
Weight Approximately 10 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Birch offers more focused low-mids and a tighter attack than maple, resulting in a more controlled and less 'splashy' sound.
Yes, the Y.E.S.S. system significantly reduces unwanted shell vibration, leading to a cleaner, more defined tone and improved resonance.
The Ambassador heads are a great starting point, versatile enough for many genres, but more specialized heads will unlock the tom's full potential for specific sounds.

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