Gretsch New Classic Maple 5.5” Snare – Black Sparkle – Mint!

Gretsch New Classic Maple 5.5 Snare - Black Sparkle - Mint

Premium Lacquer Finish

Die-cast rims

30-degree bearing edges

Silver Sealer interior

Proportional Thickness Shells

Low Mass, ITS Tom Suspension System

Retro 1930s Billy Gladstone Dual Post Tube Lugs

What this sale includes, 1 Drum:

Snare Drum (matching) 5.5” x 14” 12 ply (12.5 mm thick), 10 Lug

Gretsch drums, especially the New Classic Maple (NCM) play, sound and look AMAZING!

Gretsch has been producing high quality drums since 1883 and their New Classic Maple (NCM) line is no exception. They feature all maple shells, die cast hoops (on toms and snare drum) and their trademark silver inner shell sealant. The special classic dual post tube lugs are even exact replicas of the original Billy Gladstone design from the 1930s. Since the NCM line made it’s debut in the early 2000s, other drum manufacturers have jumped on the bandwagon, offering their own retro designs.

In addition to their drums, Gretsch has a reputation for their fine string instruments.

A Gretsch factoid: Many well known, famous drummers play the kits they use on stage, whether Ludwig, Tama, DW, Pearl, etc..., because of their product endorsement agreements, but when the time comes to actually lay down tracks in the studio, most prefer doing it on a Gretsch. They know "That Great Gretsch Sound" sings out, and produces that balanced tone requiring very little to no EQ adjustments on the recording console, practically no signal processing required.

In addition to its neoclassical aesthetics, Gretsch created the NCM line to give drummers access to the same build quality, sonic result, and playability as with their Brooklyn, USA Custom, and Renown lines. The downside was that Gretsch was losing revenue and thus, ceased NCM production in 2017 making the NCM line a collector's dream. The upside is that unlike the above mentioned lines, the NCM has that 1930s classic dual-post tube lug style, but post 2000, hence, the name New - Classic.

Because Gretsch is no longer producing the NCM line they are extremely hard to find and especially in this condition. Other Gretsch NCM drums I've seen for sale are usually all banged up. This one is in MINT condition. Sure, you can spend less money on far less quality but you won't get that great Gretsch sound, the playability or the classic lugs.

Better snap up this special, rare drum while you still can because if you don't, we're sure someone else will.

Please understand that the total price of this drum is determined by several factors:

1. Scarcity
2. Inflation
3. Sales and transaction fees
4. Increased shipping costs

Please note, all communications, negotiations and purchase associated with this drum will only be done on the Reverb platform using the available electronic payment method, NO CASH SALE. Messages asking to communicate outside of Reverb will be ignored. Sending your email address in a message will most likely get you suspended from the platform. Please do not purchase this drum unless you intend to pay for it. Violators of these policies will be reported to Reverb. Thank you.

Shipping:

This drum will be professionally packed and shipped out within a few business days of the funds clearing.

This shipment will be fully insured and will require an adult signature upon delivery.

Local pickup is welcome.
Those who wish to arrange for local pickup may do so only after payment including shipping is received through eBay. The shipping cost will then be refunded at the time the shell pack is picked up.

While we welcome offers, please be realistic. Low-ball offers will not be considered. Thank you.

Will ship only within the main 48 United States.

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