Musician's Friend - January 2012

Accent Combo with Zildjian ZBT Cymbal Set A classic Ludwig configuration for the beginner. Now student drummers can afford to experience Ludwig sound and playability. Wrapped in durable, attractive finishes. • 22" x 16" kick • 12" x 10" and 13" x 11" toms • 16" x 16" floor tom • 14" x 6-1/2" snare drum • Kick pedal • Snare stand • Straight and hi-hat cymbal stands • 14" crash, 18" crash/ride, and 13" hi-hat Zildjian ZBT cymbals • Throne • Choose black (shown), blue, wine red or silver finish

666619Ø............................... MSRP $1,069.00 $64999

10" x 8" Tom ($289.99 MSRP) With H73703

Silverstar VK Limited-Edition 7-Piece Shell Pack

Tama’s powerful Accel-Driver shell formula maximizes both high-end cut and deep bass response. The astonishing low price will leave you with plenty of funds to add the hardware and cymbals of your choice. Eye-catching covered finishes provide durable, scratch-resistant protection. • 22" x 18" kick • 8" x 7", 10" x 8", and 12" x 9" rack toms • 14" x 12" and 16" x 14" floor toms • 14" x 5" snare • Cymbals and hardware sold separately • Choose chameleon sparkle (shown) or burgundy sparkle finish

H73862Ø............................... MSRP $1,300.00 $79999

Solid, focused birch sound in a special
limited-edition anniversary kit

Element 5-Piece Power Shell Pack Offers dazzling custom- inspired features to student-level players. The top-shelf appointments include thin 6-ply select hardwood shells; Vibra-Band suspension mounts; the new Classic Keystone Lugs; and a range of striking, durable finishes. • 22" x 18" kick • 12" x 9" and 13" x 10" toms • 16" x 16" floor tom • 14" x 6-1/2" snare • Cymbals and hardware sold separately • Choose orange, black, white, wine red or (not shown) deep blue finish

H73703..................................... MSRP $815.40 $54999

Epic Pro Beat

5-Piece Shell Pack

A hard-hitting kit for the rocker who insists on pure tone. The bright projection and swift attack of birch are combined with the warmer qualities of maple.

Epic’s ultrathin 6-ply shells vibrate with great consistency. • 24" x 16" kick • 13" x 10" tom • 16" x 16" and 18" x 16" floor toms • 14" x 7" snare • Cymbals and hardware sold separately • Choose mahogany burst (shown), oliveburst, natural/blackburst, transparent black, natural birch or celestial blue finish

H73702Ø................................. MSRP $1,339.00 $89999

Imperialstar 5-Piece with Cymbals Fully equipped and stage-ready! Pure poplar 6-ply shells with precision bearing edges and visually appealing, durable covered finishes. Complete hardware and cymbals are included for out-of-the-box playability. • 22" x 18" kick • 10" x 8" and 12" x 9" toms • 16" x 14" floor tom • 14" x 5-1/2" snare • Kick pedal • Snare stand • Boom, straight, and hi-hat cymbal stands • Meinl HCS 16" crash, 20" ride, and 14" hi-hats • Throne • Choose ocean blue mist, black, vintage red, hairline gold, midnight blue or midnight mist finish H75468Ø............................MSRP $1,166.70 $69999

Inspired by
the 1957
Chevy Bel Air!

Renown ’ 57 5-Piece
Shell Pack with Throne

Drawing its style from a Motor City classic cruiser, this pack puts you behind the wheel of some serious drumming mojo. Boasting the superior Gretsch Renown Series handmade maple shells, this shell pack also includes a distinctive, comfortable, tuck-and-roll-style Gibraltar throne.

• 22" x 18" kick • 10" x 8" and 12" x 9" toms • 16" x 16" floor tom • 14" x 6-1/2" matching snare • Cymbals and hardware sold separately • Choose Motor City blue (shown) or Motor City onyx finish

361142‡................................ MSRP $3,010.00 195700

Catalina Maple 6-Piece Shell Pack

Gretsch and maple – a time-honored drumming tradition! Carefully developed maple shells produce the balanced, warm, low-end frequencies coveted by drummers of every style. These 7-ply, 7.2mm shells are equipped with classic Gretsch features and shell hardware. • 22" x 18" kick • 10" x 8" and 12" x 9" toms • 14" x 14" and 16" x 16" floor toms • 14" x 6" snare • Cymbals and hardware sold separately • Choose cherry gloss (shown), transparent ebony or amber finish