NEW Tama Starclassic Performer Maple / Birch Drum Set - FIRST LOOK!

[@DuroSamples]

7:00 THANK YOU for tuning the drums right.

[@loko306]

It's a new year and we are watching this... that only means that DCP is making things the right way. My respects to you guys

[@drumcenternh]

Thanks Jose, Happy New Year!

[@rogerjewell4559]

You guys really are AMAZING! No wonder you are the #1 TAMA Dealer in the country. Thank you for knocking everything you do out of the park.

[@drumcenternh]

Our pleasure Roger!!

[@geraldcerdan3225]

Value is there, but I’m liking the Walnut/Birch Starclassic more. Good job Tama for giving lots of choices.

[@nickavenoso7851]

And that’s why I love TAMA, if you don’t like a kit, there are many different options for you to try out, and they make incredible sounding drums as well.

[@NEALBABBITT]

They are nice drums, the walnut birch are breathtaking playing in person and I do love my silverstar set, the silverstar I'm assuming are nowhere near as nice as these.

[@petheato3291]

@@NEALBABBITT interestingly I wasn’t super crazy about my Starclassic walnut / birch and sold them..I like how the new performer sounds more but I know that probably sounds weird, because the walnut birch is def a higher end drum!!

[@NEALBABBITT]

@@petheato3291 I don't know what to say about that. Room acoustics do have something to do with it, of course. I was really blown away though.

[@krdrums00]

I wish the W/B finishes weren’t so outdated and ugly tho 😭

[@ronniek7748]

That finish is drop dead gorgeous! The snare at the high tuning kicked ass. Great drums, great value. Thx DCP.

[@randywiedmer4656]

Nice slow patterns so we can hear the drums. Thanks guys. I hate seeing vids like this and the drummer is playing every chop he’s ever heard but I can’t hear the Toms ring out. Well done guys

[@Kyp031]

Boohoo

[@randywiedmer4656]

LOL

[@Patriot6669]

Totally agree 👍👍

[@EricT43]

Man, Tama is just killing it in the low- to mid-priced market.

[@emlix1]

I recently bought a Tama Superstar Hyperdrive 6pc for AUD$2300, and it just oozes quality way above its price point.

[@ramencurry6672]

Great set. If it gets damaged or destroyed it’s not the end of the world since it does not cost $7000.

[@christopherdowns2430]

They always have

[@erictorres4889]

I just got a Tama superstar classic 7 piece and it’s a really great drumset very great Quality drumset anything Tama makes is damn good Quality

[@krdrums00]

TAMA always kills it tbh. I used to be a DW guy all my life, but TAMA’s innovation and ease to set up when it comes to hardware is unmatched. Their drums are also fabulous. I honestly think it feels more like a flex at this point to own anything DW related, when their hardware is a bitch to setup, their drums are hella expensive (love PDP too but their only *good* line is the Concept series which I am fortunate to have), their default pedal beaters are heavy as shit, and their drive shafts for double pedals become fucked after a few years. I’m in the process of switching out all my hardware to TAMA, and then eventually once I start working full time amid this abysmal job market, I’ll save up for either this series or a Starclassic Maple.

[@wilkinsnl]

Thanks for the Vid. The drums look good. Price is good. I have an all Birch SC Performer I bought in 06, it’s made in Japan, great hardware, perfect edges, records like a dream. I love it and it’s still going strong.

[@JakeStaffin]

Watching this again- it looks like it's blending the popular features of the StarClassic Walnut Birch and SLP Studio Maple drum sets, so it seems fitting that the price point would put it right in between the two. Great way to get StarClassic drums at a lower price with a combination of woods not so commonly seen in drum manufacturing. It has a very "live" sound similar to the Gretsch Renowns and the previous gen Yamaha Live Custom drums, so I could see this working as a wonderful kit for any drummer wanting to have a really good kit that isn't too expensive for regular gigging. If you have a StarClassic Walnut Birch or other high end kit for recording and serious gigs, but you want something with a similar vibe for regular playing around town, this seems like the perfect kit for that purpose. The price point puts it right at that level, so I could see this as a great competitor in that range.

[@pgoindi]

Low tuning with full mix sound really good to me. Impressive for such a value priced kit.

[@drumcenternh]

It really is!

[@adamfrost8417]

Happy 2021!

[@bmw_m4255]

pandemic yo!

[@joanchilet2954]

It's basically a superstar non-hyperdrive with starclassic lugs and maple/birch shells (both woods have been used in different generations of that series).

[@marratj]

Or one could say it’s a Superstar Hyper-Drive, but with “normal” tom sizes ;-)

[@davidsuprenant893]

Very smart move tama.I tip my hat. Very happy to see a quality 4pc. Kit at around $1500.I was a big fan of the birch kits a few years back.They played like a dream and were unbelievable for the price.

[@asldkfjdsla2938]

Happy New Tama's!!!

[@nekow1785]

Really happy that Tama is adding to the SC line. And its always a pleasure watching Shane play!!

[@JakeStaffin]

I was NOT expecting this!! Awesome!!!!

[@stripedfrog1122]

I would love to hear a Mapex Armory vs. Tama Starcl. Perf. M/B comparison. Both have maple/birch shells- it's unique nowdays. Of course the Tama has some advantage because of the die-cast hoops... but I would love to hear the comparison!

[@songsofeurope]

Great idea!

[@KaiOwensDrums]

Based off these videos, I like my armory better. Sounds more resonant

[@johncollins5552]

@@KaiOwensDrums Can somebody put die cast hoops on the mapex kit so we can see if it still sounds better than the Tama kit haha!

[@johncollins5552]

This kit sounds kinda like the cheap but great mapex mars kit imo.

[@KaiOwensDrums]

@@johncollins5552 yeah haha I don’t know why diecast hoops are all the rage

[@Txtalley]

Go Skippy! Glad to see you on the video! Great kit. I have a 2016 Tama Performer Birch Bubinga. Love the shells, the hardware. I know this new model is solid as a rock and for it to drop to 1399! WOW. This will be a contender is best kit for the value this year. Just may have to order a snare from this model.

[@TheRealDrumWhisperer]

DT! I can still help you out, my brother! Just give me a call at the store anytime!

[@jamesbradford870]

Loving the lower tuning.

[@nycdrummingstar]

Man, all you cats are playing with must more freedom, but the award for the most improved drummer goes to Tony, great job, kid. The new guy is nice, too. I think you all are making each other better, and teaching us all what a good drum sound is. Rock on, and Happy New Year!

[@drumcenternh]

Wow, thanks!

[@tinterlande]

Thanks so much for the kind words!

[@stromghouls]

tama has nice stuff for 2021. that 3mm thick star reserve aluminum hammered snare is gonna rip. the new star finishes are very nice too.

[@texasforever3.025]

Hell yea. Glad to see James in some videos. Tasty beats. At this point I bet your missing bbq brisket and Whataburger bad. Miss ya buddy. Looking good. -Dave from SAPD

[@TheRealDrumWhisperer]

I miss it all, bro, but so much to discover out here still! I am dying for a Whatasized #2 with cheese, large sweet tea and LOADS of Spicy Ketchup!😋😋😋 Hope I'd be worthy to be in more videos! Hehehe

[@andyham6094]

Wish these came with the quick lock mounts and quick lock floor tom legs but for the price you can’t argue with that. Tama always coming through with the highest quality at such a great budget friendly price. their entire starclassic line especially the performer and walnut birch and bb if you can find it, those are just the best bang for your buck on the market in any price point any brand imo.

[@rjrfletcher2355]

These drums sound phenomenal

[@drumcenternh]

Totally agree!

[@geraldroraback5432]

Really????

[@OlliVimpari]

It would be interesting to hear a comparison of all the different Starclassic lines with same configurations of sizes and heads and so on. I think also that this kit sounds a bit thinner compared to the walnut/birch kit. Are the heads making the biggest difference or is it the shells? It’s a never ending debate!

[@ashtonmoore6229]

I’d say it’s the heads. I never use single ply heads on Toms or the kick. 2 plays always bring the Umph!!

[@kawaivandenelzen4019]

I think it's the heads as well, but you can definitely hear the maple sound

[@rkaylor5769]

My opinion: B/B, W/B, this kit, in that order. You could just get a Superstar Classic and upgrade the hardware.

[@sreeramdrums7163]

I personally have the Tama star classic walnut birch and honestly speaking I love the sound of it. I feel like this new drumset resembles more towards the hyperdrive set and also for me the warm fuzzy and mellow sound of the walnut birch beats maple which in my taste is blander comparatively even though I like the sound of the new kit. I feel like the kit having lower grade hardware does not matter as both the build quality and sound is at par or better than its competition. And the downgrade when it comes to the bass drum legs and the quick lock mount system does not change the amazing sound that star classics are known to produce as long as the star cast mounting system and die-cast hoops are present I am good with it

[@just82much51]

As always, I love and enjoy your videos! You guys are leading the pack and I haven’t come across anyone who does them nearly as well as you guys!!!

[@giorgossm3469]

I have this kit.i am the first person in greece to buy this.its wonderful and magic set.thanks tama

[@bigkickleo]

HEY JAMES!!! Miss ya back in Texas! Best of luck brother! 👊🏻

[@johnbertasius2612]

Love it ..... looks and sounds beautiful to me.

[@RandallFlores86]

James!!!!!!! Awesome! Excellent kit. Love the hyper drive configuration in the alternate 5 pc shell pack offering.

[@TheRealDrumWhisperer]

wassup Randall!!!!

[@RandallFlores86]

@@TheRealDrumWhisperer great to see you doing well. Happy new year!

[@TheRealDrumWhisperer]

@@RandallFlores86 And a happy new year to you as well!☺

[@agdrummer2610]

The sound, the finish, the quality hardware, you just can't beat Tama man.

[@just-in0287]

Might like to get the snare in this shell combo down the road. I just got the MBR Birch/Walnut Starclassic. Great vid!👍🏻👍🏻

[@bandfromtheband9445]

They sound fantastic - pitched high or low!!! I love the die-cast hoops! The finishes are beautiful! But, still, give me some Paiste 602 cymbals and chuck the Zildjian's.

[@TheRealDrumWhisperer]

Bwahahahaha Those would have been my choice to play instead - I do love me some Swiss Bronze! (by the way, thats me playing at 4:10)

[@bandfromtheband9445]

@@TheRealDrumWhisperer That's all you needed to say! You did a great job of pitching them up! They sound fantastic! I prefer the Swiss or the German cymbals. They're more musical to me than the Zildjian's or the Sabian's. I duuno. I just always find that Paiste or Meinl cymbals have a better sound. Maybe I have too much earwax stuck in the canals! They also produce the coolest looking cymbals EVER! The hammering is exceptional, and aesthetics mean a lot to me. The TAMA set just sounds beautiful!

[@gabrielemartino2466]

that ride is quite similar to the 602 medium though

[@TheRealDrumWhisperer]

@@bandfromtheband9445 I SOOOO agree! I absolutely adore the European cymbal craftsmanship! I think I've tooted my own horn about pAisTe enough there - If I get to do another demo, they'll let me pick them out! 😎 And thank you for the encouragement - I'm a shy backbeat drummer!😂

[@markomarkovic5729]

@@TheRealDrumWhisperer Man, you have to coolest job in the world!

[@bruceperkins2921]

I have a tama bb. Bought them the last year they offered birch and bubinga. They are outstanding! I would put a tama bb, BW, or the new bM against any top level dw, yamaha, pearl ect. You dont have to spend 3k to get that professional level drum kit!

[@Henry-uv9xu]

The Tama BB kits eat DW kits twice the price for breakfast. And I love the sound of high end DW sets!

[@andyham6094]

Same here!! Got the Starclassic bb hyperdrives which im glad came with all the updated star hardware like air cushioned floor Tom legs, quick lock brackets, and the star bass drum spurs, and the swivel wing mounting system. All that was still the same price as these basically. I’m glad I picked those up but can’t go wrong with the walnut birch, they just aren’t as aggressive and beefy as the bb’s but they are warmer and rounder sounding.

[@bruceperkins2921]

What do u dudes use for tom heads? I have pinstripes now, but I am considering Evan's g2 clears or Remo clear emperors.

[@andyham6094]

@@bruceperkins2921 can’t go wrong with clear emperors or clear vintage emperors.

[@bruceperkins2921]

@@andyham6094 indeed, I went with clear emperors. Very sweet.

[@SydneyDrums]

Tama always come out with great gear. I have a 1960’s maple/birch kit .. Rogers 👍🏼

[@davidperaza9526]

This is a PHENOMENAL kit!!! I’ve recently been crushing over those classic 90s Starclassics and this combination of maple and birch seems to be promising! I’ll keep my eye out for this one.

[@GrassRoots-fp4ty]

In my opinion, what Tama does better that Alot of other companies, is fill every price point of the market with a great option. I love Yamaha, but in my opinion they leave HUGE gaps in there line up, as do alot of other companies. Bravo Tama.

[@joeycuriel]

Fantastic!!! Hey the drum whisperer! 🔥

[@markmullen9919]

Give the 18 inch cymbal more love next time. I bought this cymbal set from you guys and it sounds AMAZING!!!

[@jcdrums2798]

TAMA...always the best.

[@44amanaplanacanalpanama44]

Not sure how I missed this review, lol. I think drums that have any birch in them always sound better with double ply heads. Just my preference, but I think it accentuates the attack and brings out the fundamental. The snare on this kit sounded nice tuned up higher. I liked the "tick" you were getting. I don't think I've seen a recent Tama kit that reminded me more of their drums from the early 90's than these do. They should make some larger sized configurations, send them out with pinstripes or emperors, and market them toward the rock / metal crowd.

[@johnkonstantine9115]

Tomma? i'm from Jersey so we say Taama. either way great prices from Drum Ctr. Portsmouth! (we got two six piece 20 yr. old Starclassic kits here in Randolph Greene studio)

[@dancalabrese3523]

While it wouldn't be a kit I'd consider, the obvious quality of construction and sound for this price point is really incredible. I personally think triple flanged rims would sound better than diecast which always seem to make a drum sound thinner to me. It is surprising that Tama is putting diecast rims on a kit at this price point since they are usually more expensive than triple flanged rims. Looking forward to a new year of great info from DCP as always. Happy New Year to Shane and the entire crew!

[@kiltymacbagpipe]

Star classic performer is a value oriented kit, but it’s top spec in terms of hardware and build quality. Die cast hoops are a Tama thing.

[@dancalabrese3523]

@@kiltymacbagpipe I didn't know that Die Cast hoops were a Tama thing. I always think of Gretsch when it comes to Die Cast hoops.

[@kiltymacbagpipe]

@@dancalabrese3523 yah they use them on their high end drums. Maybe not exclusively, but the star classics have all had them. Going back in their history, they have used them a lot as well.

[@markomarkovic5729]

Previous version of Superstar from mid-2000's also had die-cast hoops. Mapex Armory is also made of maple/birch and it comes with triple flange hoops

[@marratj]

@@markomarkovic5729 current Superstar Hyper-Drives also come with Die-Cast Hoops and the same stripped-down Star-Cast tom mounts as the new Starclassic Performers.

[@davidedwards7448]

Great job Shane & Tony!! HAPPY NEW YEAR!! I will be getting a 3rd kit from you guys soon, I'm torn between my beloved GRETSCH or TAMA...

[@drumcenternh]

Thanks David, Happy New Year to you as well!

[@tinterlande]

Thank you David and looking forward to it!!

[@francomarchioro7273]

I wish you Happy New Year!

[@drumcenternh]

Same to you!

[@FrdPrchn]

1:47 New Tama Club Jam Suitcase kit in the background, are you teasing us ?

[@drumcenternh]

Hawk eye!

[@Romans219]

Mighty fine sound at a mighty fine price and a great demonstration by these guys every time

[@UltraRareCustom]

Great combination of Presence and Warmth ! sweet finish as welll

[@trafalgerdavis7839]

Took the plunge and ordered this kit. 3 to 5 months wait time SUCKS. Excited though. Added an 8 x 6 tom and 18 x 16 floor tom.

[@agdrummer2610]

Why do Tama's toms never sound bad? At least to my ear they always sound fantastic

[@calzaondrums]

Amazing drums. Love that medium tuning

[@rhythmista7707]

Tama should at least consider giving starclassic the option for flanged hoops. Not everyone is a fan of die cast. Whatever the case, they still sound superb, and the DCP videos are always perfect sounding 👍

[@drummerboyharm3078]

Also my opinion bro 👍

[@victorm.8122]

Sounds amazing for the price !!! I would really like Tama will suggest a 24" configuration kit in this series.

[@EvilSewnit]

They offer 24” W/B kits at sweetwater, if you didn’t know

[@kkdii]

@@EvilSewnit would be interesting to know if the 24" kick has 10 tuning bolts like the 24" superstar custom kicks

[@johncollins5552]

They would have to put 10 lugs on each head for a 24 inch or it would be out of tune in 2 seconds flat.

[@johncollins5552]

Looks good,don't like the sound, maybe with coated emperor's it might work for me but considering the maple/birch combo it sounds nothing like as good as the Mapex kit to me! Happy New Year to you all and thanks for making so many great videos for those of us who have local shops with maybe one or two drumsets that they don't really want anyone to test out!

[@JirkaMichalik]

Amazing finish!

[@davidbrentdrums9890]

My boy James Fulmer demoing! Yea dude!

[@Stclairm1]

Nice! I miss my 06 SCP all birch drums with the then new Starcast mouting system. Big mistake selling those.

[@radelarosa97]

Love the way it sounds, but dangI really miss the birch bubinga so damn much.

[@scotturban54]

Thanks for posting.

[@drumcenternh]

Thanks for watching! Happy New Year.

[@bradanderson1802]

Tony, You are badass!!.. Seriously, Everyone played. badass.. I kinda dig this kit. What song was in your head?

[@adrianpunga1998]

God damn it, why that Walnut/Birch doesn't have this finish? It's not fair (((

[@musiq21]

My thoughts exactly....I would buy it immediately

[@tempermentalw7269]

Snare sounds great

[@gopeek]

Tama starclassic performer or sonor Aq2… which one is best?

[@MNDrummer]

I just wish they offered a few more options for colors. I like no tom mount (I use a rack) and I'm moving away from my older deep toms and like the shorter toms as I bring my toms in closer these days. I think this is a great option for a lot of drummers. Many great features at a reasonable price. Get an awesome set of Camber cymbals and your all set. HA HA (Kidding on the cymbals of course).

[@FeathersT21]

I think maple is being made redundant with some of the other woods now showing their faces. I’d go with Birch/Bubinga or Birch/Walnut over the maple/birch.

[@Allinguts]

Hello, would like to see a comparison of the walnut/ birch and this one, im in the process of buying a new kit and Tama is number 1 in my list, im considering Pearl and Gretch but Gretch is getting hard since i would like to see reviews from drummers that play extreme metal since that's the most i play, its getting very overwhelming choosing what drums ill buy next but im 90% sure it will be Tama, im just trying to choose witch one.

[@ThruAWiderLens]

Gorgeous kit, great sound. A winner!

[@KOSx15]

I really wish tama would make a 22x18 or even a 22x20 for starclassic series like in the bubinga

[@marratj]

22x18 they offer as single drum order in the new SC Performer series. In addition, 22x20 can be ordered both from the SC Walnut/Birch and SC Maple series (again as single drum orders). I myself actually like shallower kicks, so I have a Starclassic Maple with a 22x14 bass drum.

[@johncollins5552]

That would be a pita to move through a doorway, carry up stairs or lift in and out of a vehicle. 24 by 14 was good enough for Bonham.

[@michaelrodels1216]

Shane, I think that the diecast hoops give it a more mature sound, cleaner sound, what do you think?

[@JulianFernandez]

Finish is killing!

[@aaronlichow278]

Performer B/B was the best so far. I actually prefered it over the SC maple

[@elijahsacco]

I always liked the Performer B/B as well. However I will never stop on my life's journey to find an original Starclassic Bubinga in the Mike Portnoy signature finish lol

[@drummerboyharm3078]

No. W/B to me against the B/B. The only strong shell from the B/B is the bassdrum IMO.

[@rigorhead01]

Love TAMA drums!

[@planetdog1641]

Is there a big difference in bass drum sound if the toms were mounted on stands instead of the bass drum mount?

[@Sybex82]

Sweeeet set🥁👌🏾

[@divelleyarbrough1285]

Damn that’s a dope sound and color. Hopefully Tama experts will add the original sexy bass drum spur system to this beautiful kit

[@paulmietty7643]

Tama drums have great sound and quality.

[@SONORSQ2guy]

This kit sounds wonderful and a great price. 👍

[@ChrisLaCount]

Not going to lie, that Caramel Aurora finish looks really, really nice...inspired by Sonor’s SQ2 Smoked Larch possibly? Just curious, can Tama do finishes (like Caramel Aurora) for their Star line? I wasn’t sure if we’re locked down to the finishes listed on the specific Star line? I have my Star Walnuts already coming, but, there might a Star Bop kit in the future.

[@drumminggouda]

daaaamn! that sound at 7:22 is just beatuiful!!! Im in love

[@addiismaelsanchezsantiago5553]

LOVE IT !!!

[@antonyviruz]

i love sound TAMA¡¡¡¡

[@kunga80]

I waiting my in the same color to arrive 🥁😍

[@pludo78]

Hello To improve the song and get the most out of this drums, you will advise which skin to replace the original ones?

[@divelleyarbrough1285]

I’ll stay with the star classic birch walnut

[@bubnjarserbianac903]

I like snare on high tuning so does the bass drum, but i like toms more on medium tuning, i play Mapex Saturn 3, and i, m pretty happy with it, but i like this one

[@jameskirkbydrums]

love it, love maple/birch hybird drums! if only they did the floor tom in 16x16 or an 18x16 i'd be buying one myself (from the UK though as thats where im based xD)

[@victorm.8122]

The floor tom is available in 18"x16", not the 16"x16" : www.tama.com/eu/products/drum_kits/starclassic_performer_drumkit.html

[@jameskirkbydrums]

@@victorm.8122 ooooo did not know that, thanks for the info!! now im really tempted!! :D

[@victorm.8122]

@@jameskirkbydrums Me too !!!!!! :D

[@footnotedrummer]

Very cool kit with a lot of cool features. Another company that's killing it with kits in this price range, is Mapex. Though the Saturn V line has increased a bit over the past year... it's still very reasonable for what you get.

[@larrytate1657]

Oh man it’d be fun to be a beginner drummer today with these affordable bad ass kits.

[@larrytate1657]

You even get the coveted 22 x 16 kick size with it damn. Instead of 22 x 18 that’s everywhere,

[@aaronanthony569]

I have one question to DCP this kit vs pearl session studio select i don’t know much about woods so plz help me plzzzzzz

[@Timbales1979]

This Tama kit is Birch/Maple. The Pearl SSS is Birch/Mahogany.

[@starclassic71]

I think they should put the Walnut birth features on this kit as well...i.e 10 lug BD Pro BD spurs/legs.

[@petermasalsky8844]

They sound pretty good, and would be tempting. Curious, though...it seems like they ship with decent heads in place...why replace? But great video, guys...

[@coreydaggett6887]

In my experience with Starclassic B/B & W/B, dumping the Powercraft reso heads in favor of a good USA 10-mil (Ambassador or G1) makes a world of difference, even more so than a batter head swap.

[@petermasalsky8844]

@@coreydaggett6887 Thank You!

[@covering-some-things]

Need a comparison between these and Mapex Armory.... whats your opinion between the two kits?

[@luvmedrums4057]

I absolutely agree with you Shane.New heads&I bet it will sound killer

[@drumcenternh]

Absolutely!

[@ineedabassist]

honesty the maple and birch combo sounds very similar to poplar, sound just like my pearl road show but a little more punchy due 2 die cast hoops and a little more resonant due to the mounting system, i prefer the walnut/birch

[@nicholasbenedictrobinson7841]

9:05 What heads would you recommend to change to?

[@KresoBubnjar]

How to get this lower tuning sound?

[@robmiller817]

I love it. Id prefer 10 lugs on the kick. Premier did this shell combination. The starclassic performer has always been a great value. From the old performer birch in white silk (still my dream kit) to this just shows how great Tama is.

[@RichieGeno88]

I'm interested in this kit. is it premium Maple and birch?

[@markusthedrummer8143]

Tough call between this and the Mapex Armory. Thoughts drummers?