Tama SX42 Superstar EFX 4-Piece Drum Kit
The concept behind Superstar was to create drums that drummers really want to play with the best value in this price range. Superstar isn't another example of drums that only imitate the looks and finishes of professional drums. Superstar is more than just attitude and pose. Superstar delivers the real and complete deal: rock drums with real professional sound and features never before achieved in this price range. Superstar's main shell material is birch with basswood inner and outer plies. Newly designed “Sound Bridge” high tension lugs ensure excellent sound and strength. Superstar also features the same Star-Cast Mounting System and zinc die-cast hoops used in TAMA's hi-end Starclassics. In sound, features, looks and quality, Superstar simply surpasses its price tag.
Review of Tama SX42 Superstar EFX 4-Piece Drum Kit
Overall:
I am very impressed with the Tama Superstar series.Like all Tama products,they offer genuinely innovative and user-friendly features rather than gimmicks like some of their competitors.(including Mapex)Features include:star-cast mounting system that supports the tom from the hoop,rather than the shell..the design includes die-cast hoops which are more rigid than triple-flange hoops and better suited to the rigid support of the star-cast system..the superstar also includes one-piece high-tension lugs with two screws on each end for superior strength and low shell stress because tension pulls on both ends of the lug simultaneously..bass drum hoop claws have a recessed design with the tension rod head out of the way..the shells are well crafted with 45 degree bearing edges and staggered seam construction(this plus die-cast hoops means easier,more accurate and more stable tuning)..the new series of retro satin finishes is also awesome..superstar`s hi-hat and bass drum pedal are well engineered,responsive and quiet..yes,this kit is made in Taiwan,not Japan,but its quality is very good indeed.
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