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TAMA  |  Product Code: 787157

TAMA TWS1455-SKB [STAR Walnut 14 × 5.5 / Smoky Black / Made in Japan]

$526.00
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Product Condition
Brand New Unused, as sold.
Mint Like new, no flaws.
Excellent Barely used, very minor wear.
Very Good Light wear, fully functional.
Good Visible wear, plays fine.
Fair Heavy wear, still playable.
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Description
*This is a guitar that has been released for trial play in-store, so there may be signs of use such as dents, dirt, and fingerprints. Thank you for your understanding.

[STAR Walnut snare drum now in stock!]

＜STAR Walnut＞
STAR Drums is a new flagship model that takes the know-how cultivated in Starclassic to bring out the resonance of shells one step further by revising the shell structure and designing new parts.
The STAR Walnut shell features a sound with a strong mid-low range and a crisp, sweet, and fat tone.


・Shells / 5mm, 6ply All Walnut
Walnut has a long history of use as a high-quality furniture material due to its hardness and high resistance to shocks, its light weight, and its deep, beautiful grain. Its sound characteristics are characterized by a distinctive roundness and warmth in the mid-low range, producing a rich, fat sound.

・Bearing Edges
The shape of the bearing edge, where the drum head and shell meet, is a very important factor in accurately transmitting vibrations to the shell when the drum is struck, resulting in a richer sound.
The bearing edge of STAR Drums has a rounder shape than that of conventional TAMA drums, and by positioning the apex of the edge 3.5mm from the outside of the shell, the contact area between the drum head and shell is increased, allowing the drum head's vibrations to be transmitted to the shell more efficiently.

・Snappy Bed
The bottom side of the snare drum has a recessed area called a snare bed, which improves the response of the snare. The shape of this bed is an important factor in determining the snare sound, particularly the sustain and sensitivity of the snare.
STAR Drums' snare drums feature an original shape that differs from the shapes used in traditional TAMA drums. To make better use of the shell's resonance and obtain a clear sound with good note definition, the snare has a large flat surface so that the entire wire contacts the head as evenly as possible.

・Air Hole
The STAR series snare drums have three air holes located in the horizontal center of the shell, which produces a brighter, drier sound than a standard shell with one air hole.

・Newly Designed One-Piece Lug
The newly designed lugs are small and bridge-type, minimizing the contact area with the shell. The smaller lugs not only lighten the weight of the snare drum body, but also allow for an 8-tension design for both the 13 and 14. By reducing the number of parts, the shell's inherent potential is more open and richer in resonance. The result is a delicate and expressive sound that captures even the sage.

・MLS50A Linear-Drive Strainer
This strainer has succeeded in minimizing the noise that occurs when the snare hits the bottom head, even when the lever is moved quickly.The structure ensures that the snare fits securely against the head without putting any extra strain on the shell or strainer.

・Die-Cast Hoops
The highly rigid zinc die-cast hoop keeps the contact surface between the head and hoop perpendicular at all times, allowing for sensitive tuning even with critical tuning. Another major attraction is the powerful sound with a clear fundamental tone.

・Hold Tight Washers
The combination of a stainless steel washer and rubber ring prevents the tuning from loosening during performance. The elasticity of the rubber ring absorbs the impact of the shot, keeping the hoop and tension bolt in constant contact. This prevents the shell from vibrating and causing the tuning to go out of tune.

・Super Sensitive Hi-Carbon Snappy Snare
The combination of excellent tracking with the snare head, exquisite grip, and crisp resonance delivers a light, crisp sound, while also achieving sensitivity and rich expressiveness that captures even the finest passages.

・Drum Heads
The drum heads are made by REMO.


Size: 14 x 5.5
Shell: 5mm, 6ply All Walnut
Finish: SKB (Smoky Black)
Hoops / Number of Tensions: Die-Cast Hoops (MDH14-8 / MDH14S-8) / 8
Strainer / Vat: MLS50A / MLS50B
Snare wire: MS20RL14C (high carbon steel / 20 wires / inner surface)
Head: REMO Coated Ambassador / REMO Snare Side Ambassador

Accessories: soft case, tuning key

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Founded in 1975, Ikebe Music is one of Japan's largest general music stores.Thanks to its long history and proven track record, it has earned the trust of musicians and music fans not only in Japan but around the world.

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