Yamaha Absolute Hybrid Standard -SOB

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Yamaha Absolute Hybrid Standard -SOB

Yamaha

Absolute Hybrid Standard -SOB

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 333004
Brand: Yamaha
Model: Absolute Hybrid Standard -SOB
Price: $3,957.80

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The Absolute Hybrid Standard is a seriously well-built kit, offering a great balance of warmth and punch. The hybrid shell construction gives it a unique character that sits well in a variety of genres, and the hardware is top-notch. It's a premium-priced option ideal for gigging musicians or dedicated home recordists who want a professional-grade sound without going fully custom.

Product Description

  • Yamaha Absolute Hybrid Standard -SOB
  • Drum Set
  • Standard set
  • Absolute Hybrid - maple
  • Colour: solid black (-SOB)
  • Chrome hardware
  • Aluminium diecast rims for tom toms and floor tom
  • Wooden rims for the bass drum
  • Maple / Wenge hybrid drum shell construction
  • Hook lugs
  • YES III tom mount system
  • 45° bearing edge for the tom toms / floor tom
  • 30° bearing edge for the bass drum for more depth and bass
  • Remo drum heads

*Set consists of:*

, 22" x 18" bass drum, 10" x 7" tom tom, 12" x 8" tom tom, 16" x 15" floor tom, TH945B double tom holder

PROS
  • • Hybrid maple/wenge shells deliver a warm, focused tone.
  • • Diecast rims enhance tom projection and attack.
  • • YES III mounting system minimizes shell dampening and maximizes resonance.
  • • Solid black finish with chrome hardware provides a premium, striking aesthetic.
CONS
  • • The hybrid shell construction adds weight, making transport challenging.
  • • The pre-mounted heads are good, but serious players will likely upgrade.
  • • Limited shell sizes restrict customization options compared to fully custom kits.

Product Video

Key Features

Shell Material Maple/Wenge Hybrid
Pieces 5
Bass Drum Size 22 in x 18 in
Shell Thickness 3.5mm Maple, 4.0mm Wenge
Bearing Edge 45° Toms/Floor Toms, 30° Bass Drum
Finish Solid Black (-SOB)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The wenge adds a bit more low-end and projection, tightening the overall tone and reducing some of the inherent 'ring' you’d find in a purely maple shell.
They’re a solid starting point, but more versatile players will likely swap them out for something tailored to their specific playing style and desired tone.
The minimal contact design of the YES III system allows the drums to vibrate more freely, resulting in increased resonance and sustain compared to traditional mounting systems.

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