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Yamaha Recording Custom Studio WLN

Yamaha

Recording Custom Studio WLN

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 380033
Brand: Yamaha
Model: Recording Custom Studio WLN
Category: Drum Shell Sets
Price: $4,397.80

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

The Yamaha Recording Custom Studio WLN is a fantastic choice for serious gigging drummers and studio players seeking a refined, versatile sound. The birch shells offer a warm, controlled tone that cuts through a mix, and the included hardware mounting system is well-engineered. It’s a premium-priced kit that delivers professional performance and a classic aesthetic.

Product Description

  • Yamaha Recording Custom Studio WLN
  • Shell set
  • New Recording Custom Series
  • Studio configuration
  • Shell material: 100% birch
  • Colour: Classic Walnut
  • High gloss lacquered
  • 6-layer shell
  • Inside of all shells painted in dark brown
  • Bearing edge: 30° round edge
  • 1.6 mm triple flanged hoops on the toms
  • Bass Drum includes firmly installed riser
  • Tom batter head: Remo Ambassador coated
  • Tom resonance skin: Remo Ambassador Clear
  • Bassdrum Batter: Remo Powerstroke 3 coated
  • Bass drum resonance head: Remo Powerstroke 3
  • smooth white with Yamaha logo
  • Y.E.S.S. System at the toms

*Shell set consisting of:*

, 20" x 16" bass drum (drilled), 10" x 07" tom tom, 12" x 08" tom tom, 14" x 13" stand tom, Double tom holder TH945B

*Snare drum, other drums, hardware and cymbals not included*

PROS
  • • 100% birch shells deliver focused, warm, and resonant tones.
  • • 6-layer construction provides exceptional projection and durability.
  • • 30° bearing edges optimize resonance and tuning flexibility.
  • • Pre-installed riser on bass drum simplifies stage setup and mic placement.
CONS
  • • The high-gloss finish is a fingerprint magnet and requires diligent care.
  • • Shell set lacks snare drum, hardware, and cymbals, adding to overall cost.
  • • Birch construction, while versatile, might lack the extreme low-end thump of maple.

Product Video

Key Features

Shell Material 100% Birch
Pieces 5
Bass Drum Size 20 in x 16 in
Tom Sizes 10 in x 7 in, 12 in x 8 in, 14 in x 13 in
Shell Thickness 6-layer
Finish High gloss lacquered Walnut

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Frequently Asked Questions

Birch offers a more focused, drier tone than maple, with less sustain and a tighter low-end. Maple provides a warmer, more resonant sound, but birch is incredibly versatile for various genres.
The Ambassador heads are decent for a basic sound, but upgrading to higher-quality heads will significantly enhance the kit’s tone and responsiveness. Consider coated heads for a warmer, more controlled sound.
The riser is permanently installed, which simplifies stage setup but limits options if you prefer a different bass drum configuration. It’s a design choice geared towards a studio/stage ready setup.

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