With the introduction of the Stage Custom in 1995, Yamaha, once again, set the standard for value and sound. The new Stage Custom inherits 100% birch wood with upgraded metal parts.

Shell:
The shell is a key factor in the drum's ability to "rumble" or resonate. Accordingly, the Stage Custom - a classic in the realm of high-class drum kits - employs 100% birch. Moreover, with its six-ply structure, the Stage Custom accurately conveys the vibrations produced at the impact surface, achieving performance that transcends anything in its class.

Yamaha Enhanced Sustain System (Y.E.S.S.):
The secret of our Y.E.S.S. system is twofold: first, it ensures minimum contact between the hardware and shell, and second, it connects that hardware to the nodal point* of the drum - the point at which it will not interfere with shell vibration. Nylon bushings on rod clamps afford maximum stability. Y.E.S.S. also allows toms to be placed close together without interfering with quick head changes, and on floor toms, Y.E.S.S. offers wide open sustain while keeping toms stable under the heaviest strokes.

Ball Mount and Clamp:
A tribute to Yamaha design technology, our original ball mount and clamp have not changed much over the years. A large, ultra-hard resin ball sits in an attractive chromed housing, held in place with a titanium ergonomic wing bolt. It is the ultimate drummer-friendly mount offering non-slip positioning and tuning of the bottom head by simply rotating the drum.

Die-Cast Claw Hook:
Die-cast claw hooks with rubber insertion plates help to reduce noise.

BD Leg Stoppers:
Bass drum legs have stoppers to make setting easier.

Specifications:

Series: Stage Custom
Shell Material: Birch
Shell Thickness: 6ply
Bearing Edge: 45°
Finish: Cranberry Red
Hardware Color: Chrome
Tension Rods: Standard
Tom Hoops: 1.6mm Triple-Flange
Drum Heads: Remo
Bass Drum Batter: UT Clear Powerstroke 3
Bass Drum Resonant: Black Yamaha Logo
Tom Batter: UT Clear Ambassador
Tom Resonant: UT Clear Ambassador
Snare Batter: UT Coated Ambassador
Snare Resonant: UT Hazy Ambassador
Bass Drum Size:17x22
Tom Sizes: 7x10, 8x12, 15x16
Snare Size: 5.5x14
Tom Mounts: TH-945C, YESS Mounting System
Cymbals or Hardware Included: No
Country Of Origin: China