Pristine Ludwig Classic Maple shell pack in Gold Sparkle finish. Made in the USA. originally purchased apprx 2-3 years ago. This set includes a 20-inch bass drum, a 12-inch rack tom, and a 14-inch floor tom. The sale is for the shell pack only and includes the tom arm and soft cases. These drums have been used for a few gigs but have primarily been kept in a smoke-free studio environment. Dont let the size of the kick fool you. The thing is a beast but can also be tuned higher to sing. Toms have emperor vintage coated heads. kick has Powerstroke 3 coated head. All heads are in great shape. Comes with Humes & Berg Drum Seeker padded and lined soft cases.


Handcrafted in Monroe, North Carolina, it utilizes 7-ply, 6mm North American maple shells molded with Radio Frequency Shell Technology (RFST) for superior resonance, sensitivity, and a wide tuning range.

  • Material: 7-ply North American maple (6 mm total thickness) without reinforcement rings.
  • Bearing Edges: Precision-cut 45-degree angle positioned within 1/16" of the outer edge, hand-sanded for optimal head seating and maximum sustain.
  • Molding Technology: RFST proprietary curing process for total shell stability and uniform resonance.
  • Hardware: Triple-flanged 2.3mm steel hoops, mini-classic lugs, and modern bracket mounts. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

Sound & Application

  • Tonal Character: Delivers a bright attack with open, warm lows and rich sustain.
  • Versatility: Most users agree that the 20/12/14 Downbeat setup is exceptionally well-suited for jazz, funk, blues, and moderate-volume live or studio environments where a smaller footprint and focused punch are preferred over oversized rock sizes. But Ive been using these for recording rock and pop and some occasional rock and pop gigs and they perform beautifully and sound amazing. Sounds guys love these drums.

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Listed2 months ago
ConditionExcellent (Used)
Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • Classic Maple Downbeat Outfit 8x12 / 14x14 / 14x20" Drum Set
Finish
  • Gold Sparkle
Categories
Year
  • 2005 - Present
Made In
  • United States
Shell Material
  • Maple

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