Gretsch’s new Renown Purewood Wenge 6-piece shell pack (RP-E826-WEN) features 7-ply, 100% African wenge shells finished in high gloss lacquer. One of the strongest tropical timbers, wenge (pronounced “weng-gei”) produces deep, low and rich overtones with superior projection and clarity. The wood’s naturally dark color and highly figured grain produces a distinctive and dramatic look. Other features include 30-degree bearing edges, chrome hardware, die cast hoops and Evans USA heads. The snare drum is equipped with 10 lugs giving the snare a wide open sound that can cut through in any setting. Limited to 100 pieces worldwide. Retail: $4155
Sizes: 18x22, 7x10, 8x12, 12x14, 14x16, 6x14 10-lug snare
The epitome and legend of "That Great Gretsch Sound." The USA Custom series is hand-crafted every step of the way in our Ridgeland, SC factory by highly experienced and skilled drumsmiths. Our legendary Gretsch formula 6-ply shell is the cornerstone of our legendary sound. Shells are completed with 30-degree bearing edges, Silver Sealer, die-cast hoops and custom finishes - ingredients all combined to make a sound long recognized for its classic clear timbre, balanced tone and explosive projection. Custom design your Gretsch dream kit "a la cart" by choosing your desired drum sizes, colors and hardware options. The Gretsch legend continues.
The NEW Gretsch USA Custom Order Guide will explain the many options that are available to help you design a drum set that matches your individual voice as a drummer.
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The Catalina Maple series starts with the Gretsch maple formula shell. We carefully developed the maple shell specification to produce tones that explode with attack and volume and project a balanced amount of warm, low-end frequencies. All Catalina Maple shells are 7-ply, 7.2mm.
The Catalina Maples are available in two configurations - a 6-piece shell pack set and a 5-piece shell pack set. Add-on drums are also available to allow for further drum set expansion.
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