Yamaha Stage Custom 12"x08" TT

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Yamaha Stage Custom 12"x08" TT - MSG

Yamaha

Stage Custom 12"x08" TT - MSG

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Product Info

Article Number: 568159
Brand: Yamaha
Model: Stage Custom 12"x08" TT - MSG
Category: 12" Toms
Price: $163.90

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This Stage Custom tom is a solid, affordable choice for drummers looking for a bright, articulate sound. It’s a great addition to a kit, particularly for rock, pop, and funk where you need a clear, defined tom voice. The Yess mounting is a real bonus at this price point, letting the tom sing.

Product Description

  • Yamaha Stage Custom 12"x08" TT - MSG
  • Tom Tom
  • Size: 12" x 08"
  • Stage Custom Birch Series
  • 6-Ply birch shell
  • Matte lacquer finish
  • With Yess Tom Tom mounting system
  • SBT1208-MSG
  • Colour: Matte Surf Green (MSG)
PROS
  • • Birch shell delivers a focused, resonant tone with good projection.
  • • Yess mounting system minimizes dampening and preserves shell vibration.
  • • Matte Surf Green finish looks sharp and resists fingerprints effectively.
  • • 6-ply construction provides durability and a balanced, warm sound.
CONS
  • • The hoops are standard Yamaha hoops, not the higher-end die-cast options.
  • • Shell thickness limits low-end thump compared to deeper toms.
  • • Matte lacquer can be susceptible to scratching with heavy use.

Product Video

Key Features

Size 12 in x 8 in
Shell Material Birch
Ply Count 6
Hoops Yamaha Standard Hoops
Mounting Yess Tom Tom Mounting System
Weight Approximately 9 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Birch generally offers more focused highs and a tighter low-end than maple, which can be a plus if you want to cut through a mix.
Yes, it’s designed for straightforward installation and offers a good range of adjustment for optimal tom placement and resonance.
Absolutely, the birch shell and Yess mounting provide a quality sound and minimal damping, making it a viable option for studio tracking, especially in a rock or pop context.

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