Gretsch Drums Catalina EVO 4pc Electronic Drum Set - Black Sparkle [Pre-Order]

The Gretsch Catalina EVO is an electronic drum set built to feel and sound like a real kit. Gretsch sampled a range of its own acoustic drums, including USA Custom, Brooklyn, and Broadkaster models, in high resolution with multiple velocity layers, round-robin variation, and selectable ambient microphones, so every stroke has natural dynamics and articulation. Full-size shells with 3-ply mesh heads, a dual-sensor bass drum, and 3-zone cymbals with 360 degree triggering give the kit the size and response of an acoustic setup. The Catalina EVO module pairs with the Gretsch E-Drum Remote app over Bluetooth for in-depth kit editing and built-in coaching tools. Direct outputs, USB audio, and expandable trigger inputs make it as useful on stage or in the studio as it is for quiet practice at home.

• 5-piece electronic drum set with full-size shells
• Configuration: 5.5x14" snare, 7x10" rack tom, 8x12" rack tom, 14x14" floor tom, 14x20" bass drum
• Finish: Walnut Glaze
• 3-ply True Rebound mesh heads on snare and toms
• 2-zone snare and tom pads (head and rim) with 1/4" TRS outputs
• Bass drum with Gretsch dual-sensor trigger system, suitable for double pedals
• 14" EVO hi-hats with real bottom cymbal and hi-hat controller, 3-zone with 360 degree playing surface
• 16" EVO crash, 3-zone with 360 degree playing surface and choke function
• 18" EVO ride, 3-zone with 360 degree playing surface and choke function
• Multi-function hi-hat with bow, edge, bell, chick, and splash articulations
• 50 factory kit presets plus 128 user kit slots
• More than 500 multi-layer sounds with round-robin and ambient samples
• 4 independent effects blocks: ambient samples, instrument reverb, room reverb, and multi-effects
• Pad compressor and 3-band EQ on every channel
• Separate 4-band EQ and compressor for master, headphone, and monitor outputs
• User sample import with 128 slots (WAV, up to 70 minutes mono or 35 minutes stereo)
• Stereo WAV recorder that records directly to a USB flash drive
• USB-C audio interface with 8 outputs and 4 inputs, plus USB MIDI
• Bluetooth audio and MIDI
• 2.7" OLED display (128 x 64 px)
• 10 x 1/4" TRS trigger inputs
• 2 x 1/4" main outputs (L/R) and 4 x 1/4" direct outputs
• 1/4" TRS mix input for external audio
• 1/4" and 1/8" headphone outputs on the front panel
• USB-A port for flash drives
• Coaching functions, song player, and click track
• Works with the Gretsch E-Drum Remote app for kit editing, trigger settings, firmware updates, and practice tools
• Includes Gretsch Explorer hardware: 2 boom cymbal stands, hi-hat stand, snare stand, and single bass drum pedal
• Expandable with add-on Catalina EVO drum pads and cymbals

Authentic Gretsch Sound, Captured in Detail

The Catalina EVO's sound library comes from real Gretsch kits, from modern USA Custom and Brooklyn drums to vintage-style Broadkaster tones. Each instrument was recorded across a wide dynamic range with round-robin sampling, so repeated strokes vary slightly the way they do on an acoustic drum instead of sounding like the same sample triggered twice. Selectable ambient microphone layers, along with snare-bottom and subkick mics, let you shape anything from a tight, close-miked studio sound to an open, roomy one.

Full-Size Shells With a Natural Feel

Many e-kits use small, compact pads. The Catalina EVO uses full-size shells, so the snare, toms, and bass drum sit where an acoustic kit would. 3-ply True Rebound mesh heads give a responsive, tensionable playing surface that feels close to a real drumhead while staying quiet enough for home practice. The 2-zone pads trigger separately from head and rim for rimshots and cross-stick, and the bass drum's dual-sensor design tracks single and double pedals accurately.

Cymbals That Play Like the Real Thing

The EVO cymbals have three zones (bow, edge, and bell) and trigger across a full 360 degree surface, so it doesn't matter where the cymbal ends up after you position it. The crash and ride support choke for quick cutoffs, and the low-noise playing surface stays quiet at home. The hi-hat uses a real top and bottom cymbal on a standard stand, which gives you natural foot control for chick, splash, and everything in between.

Deep Control From the Gretsch E-Drum Remote App

The module puts key controls like kit selection and headphone volume right at hand, and the Gretsch E-Drum Remote app handles the rest. Over Bluetooth or a wired connection, you can edit kits, fine-tune trigger response, and install firmware updates without a USB stick. A clear, visual interface makes detailed sound design much faster than scrolling through menus on a small screen.

Practice Tools That Build Better Habits

Built-in coaching functions, a click track, and a song player help you work on timing, consistency, and technique in every session. Bluetooth audio lets you stream songs from your phone and play along through your headphones. The mix input accepts any external audio source, and the onboard WAV recorder captures your playing straight to a USB flash drive so you can listen back and track your progress.

Built for Home, Ready for the Stage and Studio

Besides stereo main outputs, the module has four direct outputs so a front-of-house engineer can mix kick, snare, and other voices separately. The USB-C connection works as a fully configurable audio interface with 8 outputs and 4 inputs, sending multitrack drum audio and MIDI straight to your DAW. Bluetooth MIDI and USB MIDI make it easy to trigger virtual instruments or connect to other gear.

Shape Your Sound Your Way

Four independent effects blocks handle ambient samples, instrument reverb, room reverb, and multi-effects, and every channel has its own compressor and 3-band EQ. The master, headphone, and monitor outputs each get a separate 4-band EQ and compressor, so your stage mix and practice mix can be set up independently. With 128 user sample slots and support for WAV imports of up to 70 minutes, you can bring your own sounds, loops, or backing tracks into the kit.

Unpack, Set Up, and Play

Every Catalina EVO includes a full set of Gretsch Explorer hardware: two boom cymbal stands, a hi-hat stand, a snare stand, and a single bass drum pedal. The stands are lightweight but sturdy, with double-braced legs, metal memory locks, and non-slip rubber feet. You won't need to buy anything extra before you start playing.

Room to Grow

Ten trigger inputs leave space to expand beyond the standard setup, and Gretsch offers add-on Catalina EVO tom pads, floor toms, and cymbals that match the kit. The Catalina EVO comes in two configurations and two finishes, Black Sparkle and Walnut Glaze.