Yamaha Stage Custom 12"x08" TT
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This Yamaha Stage Custom 12 in tom is a solid choice for drummers wanting a versatile, warm tone without spending a fortune. It’s a great addition to a kit for those seeking a balanced sound, especially good for rock, pop, and even some funk applications – a real workhorse for gigging musicians.
Product Description
- Yamaha Stage Custom 12"x08" TT - DUS
- Tom Tom
- Size: 12" x 08"
- Stage Custom Birch Series
- 6-Ply birch shell
- High-gloss lacquer finish
- With Yess Tom Tom mounting system
- SBT1208-DUS
- Colour: Deep Blue Sunburst (DUS)
PROS
- • 6-ply birch delivers a warm, resonant tone with good attack.
- • Yess mounting system minimizes dampening, preserving natural sustain.
- • Deep Blue Sunburst finish looks fantastic, a real stage presence.
- • Stage Custom series offers excellent value for a birch shell tom.
CONS
- • Lacquer finish can be prone to stick marks and fingerprints.
- • Birch shell might lack the extreme low-end thump of maple.
- • Mounting hardware, while functional, isn't the most premium.
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Key Features
Size
12 in x 8 in
Shell Material
Birch
Ply Count
6
Hoops
Yamaha Standard Hoop
Mounting
Yess Tom Tom Mounting System
Weight
Approximately 6.6 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Yess system allows the shell to vibrate more freely, resulting in a more resonant and longer sustain compared to standard lugs which can dampen the tone.
The high-gloss lacquer finish is relatively durable but requires care; avoid excessive handling and keep sticks from hitting the shell directly to prevent marks and potential chipping.
Birch offers a more focused, warmer tone with less sustain than maple, which tends to be brighter and more resonant; birch is generally considered more versatile for a wider range of musical styles.
