Yamaha Stage Custom Studio -NW

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Yamaha Stage Custom Studio -NW

Yamaha

Stage Custom Studio -NW

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 332467
Brand: Yamaha
Model: Stage Custom Studio -NW
Price: $877.80

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The Stage Custom Studio -NW is a fantastic entry point for serious drummers or a solid upgrade for gigging musicians. Birch shells deliver a punchy, versatile sound that cuts through a mix, and the Y.E.S.S. mounting system is a real game-changer for tom tuning and mic’ing. It’s a well-built kit offering a lot of value for the price.

Product Description

  • Yamaha Stage Custom Studio -NW
  • Drum Shell Set
  • Stage Custom Series
  • High gloss lacquered 6-ply birch wood shells
  • Y.E.S.S. tom mount system
  • Absolute lugs
  • Steel hoops
  • Redesigned bass drum feet
  • Chrome hardware
  • Colour: Natural Wood

*Shell set comprises:*

, 20" x 17" Bass drum with TH945B double tom holder, 10" x 07" Tom tom, 12" x 08" Tom tom, 14" x 13" Floor tom, 14" x 5.5" Snare drum

*Other hardware and cymbals not included!*

PROS
  • • 6-ply birch shells offer a balanced, warm tone with good projection
  • • Y.E.S.S. mounting system allows for versatile tom placement and resonance
  • • Absolute lugs provide precise tuning and improved shell vibration
  • • Chrome hardware is robust and provides a professional aesthetic
CONS
  • • The natural wood finish is susceptible to scratches and dings
  • • Hardware, cymbals, and throne are not included, adding to the overall cost
  • • Shell thickness, while good, might be too thin for players seeking a very deep, resonant sound

Product Video

Key Features

Shell Material 6-ply Birch
Pieces 5
Bass Drum Size 20 in x 17 in
Tom Sizes 10 in x 7 in, 12 in x 8 in, 14 in x 13 in
Shell Thickness 3.5mm
Finish High Gloss Lacquered

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Frequently Asked Questions

Birch tends to be brighter and more focused than maple, offering a more direct attack. Maple often has a warmer, more rounded tone, but the birch here holds its own and is very versatile.
Absolutely. They offer more precise tuning control and allow the shell to vibrate more freely, contributing to a more resonant and responsive sound.
The chrome hardware is well-built and should hold up well to regular use, but consider upgrading to heavier-duty hardware if you’re playing very demanding gigs or transporting the kit frequently.

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