Ludwig Classic Maple Jazzette Bop Kit

This is a Ludwig Classic Maple shell pack, comprised of the following:

*12" (depth) x 18" (diameter) bass drum;
*8" x 12" rack tom;
*14" x 14" floor tom; and
*5" x 14" 8-lug snare drum.

Lugs are Large Classic on the bass drum and floor tom, and Mini Classic on the rack tom.  The bass drum features Elite spurs.  The floor tom features Classic brackets and legs.  The snare drum features a P86 Millennium throwoff and P33 diecast butt plate.  Badges are the new Cast Brass Keystone.  The finish is Golden Slumbers lacquer.

Note that the bass drum and rack tom are both "virgin."  We have the new Atlas mounts and accessories in stock and ready to be installed at the buyer's option.  The pictured snare stands are not included.

Classic Maple

Preferred by professionals for its tonal versatility,  The Classic Maple Series is the ideal choice for any performance application.  Its high sensitivity, wide dynamic tuning range, and sharp attack make it the ideal choice for live performance.  Yet Classic Maple's 7-ply shell is crafted to respond to the player and environment quickly, making it adaptable to any playing style or preference.

Shell

7-ply Cross-Laminated North American Maple.

Bearing Edge

Each drum's bearing edge is cut to a 45-degree angle within 1/16" from the outside edge.  This sharp edge is hand-sanded to the craftsman's touch to assure a smooth, even, flat surface for easy head seating: the final touch to complete the unmistakable Ludwig Sound.

RFST Molding

Classic Maple's standard 7-ply, 6mm shell is formulated for optimum resonance and tonality.  Its center three-ply core panel (laminated in a horizontal/vertical/horizontal grain bond to a 2.4mm thickness,) is inserted between inner and outer two-ply panels through our proprietary RFST molding process.

To increase stability through out the drum, all Ludwig USA shells are produced using Radio Frequency Shell Technology.  Using a process involving our original bladder molds, RFST's unique bonding system -- combined with a specialized, time-tested adhesive -- cures each shell evenly over the entire surface of the shell.  This process is truly a principal ingredient in creating the "Ludwig Sound" in every shell that Ludwig makes.