Yamaha 16"x15" Recording Custom SOB
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Yamaha
16"x15" Recording Custom SOB
Product Info
Article Number:
517735
Brand:
Yamaha
Model:
16"x15" Recording Custom SOB
Category:
16" Floor Toms
Price:
$1,054.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Recording Custom SOB delivers that classic Yamaha warmth and projection, perfect for players seeking a refined, vintage-inspired sound. Its birch shell provides a balanced tone suitable for a wide range of genres, from jazz to rock. It's a solid choice for intermediate to advanced drummers looking for a step up from beginner kits.
Product Description
- Yamaha 16"x15" Recording Custom SOB
- Floor Tom
- Size: 16" x 15"
- 6-Ply birch shell
- High gloss lacquered
- Dark brown lacquered inside
- Bearing edge: 30° Round Edge
- 1.6 mm Triple Flanged Hoops
- Batter head : Remo Ambassador Coated
- Resonator head: Remo Ambassador Clear
- RBF1615-SOB
- Colour: Solid Black (SOB)
PROS
- • 6-ply birch delivers a warm, focused fundamental tone.
- • 30° bearing edge promotes resonance and responsiveness.
- • Triple-flanged hoops enhance projection and attack.
- • Solid Black (SOB) finish is visually striking and durable.
CONS
- • SOB finish can be prone to stick marks and fingerprints.
- • Limited tuning range compared to more modern shell constructions.
- • Higher price point than entry-level drum options.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
16 in x 15 in
Shell Material
6-ply Birch
Ply Count
6
Hoops
1.6 mm Triple Flanged
Legs
Standard Yamaha Leg Mount System (included)
Weight
Approximately 12 lbs (without legs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The SOB finish is a high-gloss lacquer, while the standard finish is a satin. The SOB offers a more dramatic look but requires more care to avoid stick marks.
The 30° bearing edge helps with tuning, but the 6-ply birch construction can be a little less forgiving than thinner shells, requiring some practice to dial in your ideal sound.
Birch provides a warmer, more focused tone than maple, which tends to be brighter and more resonant. The birch Recording Customs offer a more vintage, controlled sound.
