Yamaha Stage Custom 20"x17" BD -RBL

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Yamaha Stage Custom 20"x17" BD -RBL

Yamaha

Stage Custom 20"x17" BD -RBL

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 356071
Brand: Yamaha
Model: Stage Custom 20"x17" BD -RBL
Price: $471.90

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The Stage Custom 20” bass drum is a solid, affordable option for gigging musicians and home recordists. Its birch shell provides a punchy, warm tone that sits well in a mix – great for rock, pop, and funk. If you're after a reliable, great-sounding bass drum without the premium price tag, this is a really strong contender.

Product Description

  • Yamaha Stage Custom 20"x17" BD -RBL
  • Bass Drum
  • Size: 20" x 17"
  • Stage Custom Birch Series
  • SBB2017
  • Colour: Raven Black (RB)
  • Drumshell: 6-Ply
  • 100% birch
  • Drumshell finish: High-gloss lacquer
  • Punchy
  • warm
  • dynamic and precise
PROS
  • • 100% birch shell delivers a focused, warm, and resonant low-end.
  • • High-gloss lacquer finish offers a striking aesthetic and durability.
  • • 6-ply construction provides a good balance of power and responsiveness.
  • • Yamaha’s renowned quality control ensures consistent, reliable performance.
CONS
  • • Raven Black finish shows fingerprints and smudges easily, requiring frequent cleaning.
  • • Legs are basic, might need upgrading for heavier hitters or complex setups.
  • • Birch shells, while versatile, lack the extreme projection of maple.

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Key Features

Size 20 in x 17 in
Shell Material 100% Birch
Ply Count 6
Hoops Yamaha Standard
Legs/Mount Standard Bass Drum Legs with Adjustable Spurs
Weight Approximately 28 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

It holds its own well; the Yamaha birch offers a slightly more controlled and focused tone than some competitors, sacrificing a tiny bit of raw power for better clarity.
They’re functional, but serious hitters might find them a bit basic and consider upgrading to heavier-duty legs for added stability and reduced vibration.
A single-ply or dual-ply head with a dampening ring will help tailor the tone – single-ply for more resonance, dual-ply for more attack and control.

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