Yamaha Stage Custom 18"x16" FT -RBL

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Yamaha Stage Custom 18"x16" FT -RBL

Yamaha

Stage Custom 18"x16" FT -RBL

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 370473
Brand: Yamaha
Model: Stage Custom 18"x16" FT -RBL
Price: $295.90

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The Yamaha Stage Custom 18 inch floor tom is a solid choice for drummers needing a warm, articulate low-end. It’s surprisingly versatile, working well in rock, pop, and even jazz settings. A great entry point into birch shells without the premium price tag.

Product Description

  • Yamaha Stage Custom 18"x16" FT -RBL
  • Floor Tom
  • Size: 18" x 16"
  • Stage Custom Birch '14 series
  • SBF1816-RBL
  • 6-ply 100% birch wood drum shell
  • High-gloss lacquer
  • Colour: Raven Black (RBL)
PROS
  • • 100% birch shell delivers a focused, warm tone with good projection.
  • • Raven Black lacquer finish looks sharp and offers a durable, glossy sheen.
  • • 6-ply construction provides a surprising amount of resonance and sustain.
  • • Stage Custom series offers a great balance of quality and affordability.
CONS
  • • Stock hoops are basic, a step down from higher-end drum hardware.
  • • Birch can be a bit sensitive to overtones if not properly dampened.
  • • Legs are functional but not as robust as those on premium floor toms.

Product Video

Key Features

Size 18 in x 16 in
Shell Material 100% Birch
Ply Count 6
Hoops Yamaha Standard Hoops
Legs Yamaha Stage Custom Leg Mounts
Weight Approximately 13 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Birch tends to be a bit drier and more focused than maple, lacking some of the maple’s inherent sweetness, but offering a punchier low-end.
They’re adequate for most playing styles, but very aggressive drummers might want to upgrade to more substantial legs for added stability.
Absolutely, birch drums respond well to dampening; gel pads or internal rings will easily tame any unwanted resonance.

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