Tama Drums: A Drumeo Documentary

[@markusthedrummer8143]

I don’t know if any of the hard-working Tama employees will ever see my comments and fully know the amount of gratitude I’d like to express to them. I have been playing the drums for about 40 years now and other than my German made Sonor phonic series drums from the 60s, I’ve never experienced a better looking or better sounding drum set than my brand new Tama star classic birch walnut kit in a custom finish that I just received a few days ago. I have owned several other brands and this Tama drum kit tops them all on sound, beauty, craftsmanship and finish. I was absolutely blown away by the meticulous care I saw in the packing and shipping process once I opened the boxes. I would love to personally thank each and every employee that was part of creating and shipping my brand new dream drum set.

[@LandonPeckham]

Where can you order custom Tama finishes from?

[@markusthedrummer8143]

@@LandonPeckham I got mine from drumcenter of portsmouth

[@eggysauce]

​@@LandonPeckhamI'm sure they have an email you can send to for inquiry. But they can only do for currently made lines like the Starclassic or Star series.

[@ramencurry6672]

In Tama we trust

[@mtbrdude]

When I was 18, I inherited some money and bought my "dream kit"... Custom sized Starclassic Maple, made in Japan. 19 years later and they are still as rock solid and good sounding as the day I got them. I love Tama.

[@joetexas4407]

My favorite drum manufacturer for 25 years now. I’ve switched cymbal brands many times over these years, but my drums have always been Tama.🤘

[@marcoagius6926]

All Japanese Drums are great 😉

[@ramencurry6672]

Tama is quality and for the connoisseurs.

[@bernardthedon3483]

The passion that these guys put into making drums is amazing

[@zelosXIV]

Right?! Makes me love Tama even more. And if you haven’t yet. You should check out the Kiesel Guitars factory tour. The love and passion they have for their product and what they do, makes me love them even more! Same with Tama now ❤️

[@sam-sy8jy]

thats y they are the BEST !!!! ,, i WILL NOT play any other drums

[@HugoStiglitz88]

And hardware. They have the best hardware too

[@ynotw57]

My first kit I ever bought was the Rockstar. I still have fond memories of it today. I remember the smells of the shells and the feel of a fresh, never-before-played kit. Then that first strike. It was nothing I’d felt before. I played that kit every day. Its sparkling red wine wrap was enough to make my heart sing and my eyes water with excitement just knowing that this is my baby. I played that kit with so much love and energy, I wore it out. It pained me to let it go, but I’ll never forget it. Maybe it’s time for a new star.

[@lukebandy516]

Cool story bro.

[@ynotw57]

@@lukebandy516 thanks. I thought so, too.

[@awilson816aw]

@@lukebandy516 Great Story! I highly enjoyed reading it! I can relate a bit due to the memories of being a young drummer myself. .. wich is why we're on this thread.

[@awilson816aw]

I never had a Tama kit, but I have several snares and I've always loved the sound of their drums!

[@Bens1LE]

It's an unexplainable feeling. I hope one day another Star fills that gap for you. Thanks sharing.

[@ryanperez9732]

Thanks Tama drums have star classic for 18 years it’s fed me and my family and pays the rent they have survived 18 years every weekend playing, in the Florida swamps and heat/humidity thank you for always being dependable

[@iloveNgany]

And here I am not wanting to put my drums in the basement because what about moisture!? Lol

[@sonnygruntstick]

my kit as well...

[@nathanwalsh3028]

Proud to say I'm 48 years old and have been playing this brand since I was 17... I've tried other ladies but this is my go to girl!!!!

[@24ksramos]

This video has officially made my decision to buy Tama. Love it.

[@vinskilindqvist4554]

That’s a strong choice, mate

[@DoubleD72]

@@vinskilindqvist4554 Not really. I just watched the History of Drumming with interviews and all. hardly anyone good plays TAMA. for good reason. there are so many better options out there. I will let you in on a little secret. majority of Shells ALL come from the same factory.

[@vinskilindqvist4554]

@@DoubleD72 The strongest name in drums... That's their motto or slogan...

[@vinskilindqvist4554]

@@DoubleD72 hardly anyone good plays tama? what?

[@DoubleD72]

@@vinskilindqvist4554 yes that is correct. Most Metal drummers play TAMA. But if you look at all the greats? No they don't touch a TAMA kit. Do the research. Go watch here on KZbin the History of drumming from Drumeo. Same people who made this video. 1 out of a hundred play TAMA. Just do the damn research ffs.

[@mikosoft]

This is Japanese culture at its best. The commitment and concentration is like no other. I am infinitely more proud to own a Tama kit now even if it's just a midrange Silverstar kit. But it sounds incredible and is very expressive, it was used as a backline kit at a smaller festival but all the drummers there were surprised just how great it sounded and played and it covered a wide variety of genres easily. And now seeing how it's made made me appreciate it even more. That said I can't help that Jared's goofing around is just a little too overt in this case contrasted to the factory culture. I know he's not trying to offend or insult anyone but I found it unnecessary and distracting. That said my two highlights are the Simon Phillips kit (I actually bought the kit because of how his drums sound) and the jam with taiko drummers. The Tama drums in it sounded so big and fat, it's exactly that sound that I like.

[@mrnegronis]

Silverstars are not made in this factory. They're made in China. If you noticed, all the drums being made in the video were Star series, special order Starclassics and some of the higher end snare drums. Everything else is in China.

[@mrnegronis]

@Uqpaa Handy Are you replying to me? I don't know what you mean. Tama is a Japanese company with facilities in Japan and China.

[@VojtechRozsival]

@@mrnegronis Great point. The Japanese production is great. The Chinese is mostly crap. Or simply not that good. It is the budget part with poplar shells and other drum making sins.

[@chiranjeevisanapala514]

y, y😛😝😝

[@hulkiller66]

​ @Vojtech Rozsival man, i have a Tam Superstar All Birch Schell, made in China, and i need to say, its incledible, even the Silverstar and the new Superstar Classics are great drums. My first kit was a Tama Imperialstar, made of poplar, with a good tunning its an awesome kit for begginers, the hardwares are strong and reliable. Of course the Japanese kits are the finest of Tama Drums, but the chinese kits are not bad at all. A lot of big brands have facilities in China (i think all the big ones have) and makes a lot of good drums, like Yamaha, Gretsch, Mapex, Pearl, even Ludwig . Instruments made in China are no more synonym of low quality, take for example of the Cort electric guitars factory, who make electric guitar for a bunch of big brands, Like Gretsch, Ibanez, Jackson and some others.

[@dirtydave2691]

I've been using Tama hardware since the early 80's. It has never let me down.

[@ovaismalikvo]

I've been playing drums for over 2 decades and have used just about every brand in existence and in my opinion, Tama makes the best drums and hardware in the biz, hands down!

[@jazzleebert2]

This small scale, high-end, run by individual master craftsmen facility reminds me very much of the folks at SONOR, who pursue and deliver the same musical goals and production quality. TAMA really is the Japanese counterpart and make sensational drums.

[@CenasCorner]

Tama was my first ever drum kit when I was a teen. They are still my acoustic drum of choice. Thanks for this documentary. It gives me more of an appreciation for how and by whom these drums are created.

[@ramencurry6672]

When you play Tama, you know quality

[@ovepayne]

I bought my brand new Superstar kit in 1983 and still play them with much pleasure. They still look as new and is in superb condition together with the outstanding hardware. And they have been through a lot during the years, from punk to rock to jazz! And I still got postive comments on how good they look and sound. I have never felt the need for another kit from any brand so my hat´s off to Tama!

[@Dirt_Wizard]

Looking behind the Scenes at Tama is something I've literally been wanting to see since 10 or more years. Thank you for that. Just make sure you stay respectful and not make fun of the people granting you access to their little sanctuary.

[@ChrisBrideauMedia]

I love the pride these craftsmen have for their jobs.

[@tomtierneydrums]

I just unboxed my brand new Starclassic Performer today and I'm so glad i came across this video when I did. I have such an appreciation for this company, their culture, and the magnitude of commitment they have to the craft. Truly the strongest name in drums. Thank you Tama.

[@sarojaband4664]

I love my Japanese TAMA vintage Superstars and Granstar Custom drums!! The clarity of tone, warmth and power is unbelievable!! The hardware is waaaay ahead of its time and still very functional and efficient to this day. TAMA vintage Mastercraft snare drums and original Artwood snare drums rule, especially the 14-ply 18mm Artwood Heavy Birch snare in 8 x 14", a true TAMA masterpiece!! Amazing drums, amazing company!! Great job Drumeo!!

[@mongoosemotive]

The Japanese are the best at manufacturing taking a little time to prepare their minds for the work day, this is why their cars, and musical instruments are the best

[@climbtibet]

I loved the video I own over 30 Tama drums and feel so proud to own and play drums that have been so exquisitely created. Thank you artists and creators at Tama for the drums I use! The work you do means and matters so much!

[@DrummerIvanB]

Hoarder of Tama drums! 😋

[@ramencurry6672]

Wow. I only own a 3 piece Gretsch kit and 5 different snares. Total of 8 pieces.

[@johnhancock9249]

I have a set of Tama I play on stage at church and a set of Pearl at home. I will say on both sets I have Tama snares. They are amazing. I love my Tama drums. I did not learn till now they were made by the Japanese. I see the care and commitment that goes into their construction from this video. Thanks for making it. It has been a blessing to watch.

[@didndido3638]

Incredible craftsmanship...one expects an automatised factory with no human involvement whatsoever but the footage shows people involved with a high sense of producing a value!

[@g4ce062]

Awesome video!! I love Tama drums and to see where and how they are made really blows me away. I'm in awe! Thanks Jared and Drumeo!!

[@fernyfloresdrummer3568]

Ans this is why, Tama Drums are the Best!! Hands Down!!

[@VojtechRozsival]

No they are not. Simply because there is nothing like universal "the best drum". They make great drums. And they make poplar shells at the same time...

[@kevinmoreau1351]

Thank you for making this video, when I was a young I was in a rock band in the early 80s and Neil Peart had a Tama so I had to have one in blue. I loved that drum set, it was my life. My wife got me a used Pearl drum kit and it’s all came back to me quickly, so now I’m going to move back into a Tama again. This video really helped me to move forward. Thanks again!

[@CrazyUncleDom]

This video deserves so many more views! So much work went into this! I love it! Thanks for doing this y’all, I just bought my first Tama, one of the last Starclassic B/B kits left on the market!

[@RobertLaws999fgh]

Jared i noticed you called yourself an armature drummer, I think once you start making money and profiting from your craft you graduate to pro or professional and as a loyal watcher/sallower of drumeo i would say you are now a professional and a damn good drummer

[@friedpickles342]

I'm sure he makes plenty from this channel

[@DynamiteKid1224]

Well said & spot on!

[@scottclute8413]

Does America produce a quality drum.???

[@moo_im_a_cow]

@@scottclute8413 DW Drums

[@dantheman3825]

@@moo_im_a_cowquality

[@JirkaMichalik]

The best drums in the world, hands down.

[@bandfromtheband9445]

@WhoDarestheMAN gamer I hear you there! Pearl makes some of the best sounding drums, as well.

[@jamesberlo4298]

NA, nice but not close.

[@pablosmaster5593]

DW, Ludwig and Pearl would have something to say about your comment

[@flugplatz21]

@@pablosmaster5593 I swear by TAMA. Played them for over thirty years, and have never failed me in any way. That said, my local drum store owner, still in barely in business, says any set of Pearls with good heads and a decent tuning will sound good. For the best drums, period, Yamaha Recording Custom. Whatever, my Superstars sound nice, and I don't expect anything to break, ever. I suspect I already own my last kit. My Pearl double kick and free floating maple snare are real nice, too. They're all good.

[@TravisAlanHall]

I got a set of imperialstars almost 20 years ago and after all the stuff those drums have been through, they have no business sounding as good as they still do.

[@Davysprocket213]

As a drummer and a bass player, I love Hoshino Gakki instruments, Tama drums and Ibanez basses.

[@vananon51]

I have a TAMA kit and an Ibanez bass guitar.

[@fredbob1747]

2:40 Probably not the best thing to say in Japan

[@angusadams1244]

Fred Bob bruh 😂😂

[@mattiemclean9882]

hahaha

[@americanvenom2757]

too soon

[@wedfrest]

At least he didn’t say it twice

[@TheWitchOvAgnesi]

[groan]

[@waxsee6921]

..Japan has an unspoken rule of perfection.. ..TAMA's quality&design speaks for itself.. ..keep it up! The only brand that I trust..

[@dustinf11]

Seriously, new respect for Tama. I knew they made good stuff, but I get the feeling many people didn't know about them. Also, really high quality documentary. You guys should be proud of the effort that went into this.

[@jcdrums2798]

i play TAMA since 1976....today i play a rockstar custom kit since 2000...the dream of my life...thank you TAMA

[@root19733]

I'm a Pearl guy myself, but I can respect the craft and passion that goes into Tama

[@JayLee-bv3vw]

Same here. I'd take a Starclassic any day.

[@stephenduffy5406]

In the 70s when I was a kid, Tama really impressed everyone with their heavy duty hardware. No one else came even close. The Hihat stand in particular was very popular. We called it “the Eiffel Tower”, it was so massive!

[@diversekcox]

Thank you for this video. Tama has been my favorite company for years 🥰

[@PsykeShow]

I love this! Hoping to see Zildjian and Yamaha tours aswell. Tama is a brand I absolutely love, always have. I play Yamaha and love them, too. My Cymbal brand is Centent, amazing quality, but probably not big enough to be featured in a tour like this. Would be great to see the lesser known brands getting some love!

[@michaeldeloach838]

I have a couple vintage Tama Rockstar DX kits. One from the 80s and one from the early 90s. The 80s kit is 24" kick, 13" rack, 14"×6.5" snare, 16" and 18" floor toms wrapped in green sparkle vinyl wrap. The other one is 22" kick, 14"×6.5" snare, 12" and 13" rack toms, and two 16" floor toms tuned differently, wrapped in a custom textured gator skin vinyl wrap. Both kits have the old school Tama mirrored heads on the kick drums. The older Rockstar DX kits are very underrated. They have a great tone, with the right heads and tuning, that is comparable to older Ludwig kits that are ten times the price. If you come across a vintage Rockstar DX, get it. You won't be disappointed.

[@davidsherley2652]

What a wonderful video - so comprehensive, so well thought out, so well edited! Bravo! Simon Phillips is my hero; his playing of Tama drums is so cutting edge - he brings such life to his drums with his technical mastery and unmatched musicality.

[@bobclise3087]

Been drumming since 92, just got a Tama walnut/birch starclassic kit. first Tama kit. Jared is the man !

[@bugrist]

Wow what an excellent production and format!

[@mattsmith010171]

Always been a fan of TAMA and always will be. Still my favorite drums to play to this day.

[@maurice7186]

That jam at the end with the Taiko Drums is absolutely epic!

[@colinshaw4592]

This video has convinced me that the last drum set of my life WILL be a Tama. I've loved them since 1983 when I bought my Royalstars and then my Artstars. Now I NEED a Starclassic kit!

[@Cichlids23]

WOW....I just watched your Sonor factory tour, now this.... Just the difference in the way they put the shells together is night and day, in efficiency and quality.... Must be so awesome to be there in person and experience the process...

[@DonMPhotography]

Nice to see this walk through the Tama drum factory. As a new Tama drum owner I am certainly impressed with how beautiful they are and now I got to see how much skill goes into the manufacturing process and why they sound so nice. Thanks for inviting us to see the Tama factory and staff!

[@Jaake-my2rq]

When I see videos like this it makes me wish that WW2 could have been avoided. Japanese culture and traditions are well worth any time you can put into investigating them. I've been really impressed with Tama and what they are accomplishing in this century thus far. The creation of the Star series was the best thing to happen for both drummers who have the funds for premium instruments, and for the working or intermediate drummer as well. With Star being the flagship, the Starclassic is now the hands-down first choice for drummers with smaller funds who are looking for the most drum for the dollar. And no other offering from the other manufacturers is even remotely close. I went surfing on a Net hunt a few nights ago looking for birch shell offerings from all of the major and known manufacturers. I was looking for any birch or birch hybrid shells that might be in the same price range or close to the Tama Birch/Walnut kits. I found only one series that could meet the criteria. I downloaded a suite of pictures of said kit, and put them up side-by-side against the Tama kit. The competitor's drum set looked like a toy compared to the Tama Starclassic. Everything; the shellwork, interior finish, exterior finish, lugs, non-bass drum penetrating double tom holder, suspension system for the toms, specially designed feet and brackets for the floor toms, and drum heads were vastly superior to the other kit. No need to discuss pedals or hi hat stands; Tama has had that category on lockdown since the late 80's.

[@Hadrorex]

I still my first Tama kit. 1981 vintage Imperialstars in Black. They're still going strong.

[@Timotolas]

Definitely the difference here is the Japan craftsmanship experience Tama dedicates to these drum models made in Japan. Hard to substitute that with a machine. Kudos to Tama factory employees.

[@MarioGomez-uq3vq]

Bought a Tama set a few years ago and I am very impressed. Great sounding and sturdy. Did not know it was a Japanese product...always preferred Japanese cars. They take a lot of pride in their work and it shows.

[@Jokilldrum]

I just bought a new set of star classic bubinga. I am in heaven playing them. I’ve been playing dw for the last 10 years, great drums but there is something magical with Tama.

[@paisteformula6021]

Yet another awesome video Jared!!! 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@davidmcaninch4714]

I’m a DW fan, but I can’t deny that Tama makes amazing drums and hardware!! I own a 14x6 Mapa Burl SLP snare drum and my bass drum pedal is a Tama Iron Cobra Double Pedal.

[@Underdog_Drums]

The best wood snare I've ever played, was the Bubinga/Walnut Star Reserve Made in Japan. I love the Starclassic Bubinga kits pre 2009. The first time I played one, I was in love. Jared needs to do some sort of Star Bubinga give away!

[@vanessaadams3500]

Awe I love this video. One of my many kits when I was in my teens was a TAMA Swingstar. I loved that set - cheery red five-piece...Oh memories. I have to get to Japan before...well you know...the appointment we ALL have one day.🧚‍♀

[@ohrid59mk76]

I am playing Tama drums for a long time, started with Swingstar , then Royalstar , Starclassic maple and now I am proud owner of Tama Starclassic Elitte bubinga drums and Tama Warlord Masai bubinga snare drum , all made in Japan , the best drums money can buy !

[@steveec9704]

I play a TAMA rockstar custom ocean fade double bass kit they sound amazing and I get a lot of compliments on how they sound Thanks for sharing brother this was awesome!

[@PUBHEAD1]

this was awesome. I've had my tama for 39 years a s they still sound great. Next year will be 40 years together and they still look brand new

[@stephenzaborski8656]

Not only do they lovingly build incredible drums,they customize tools they use to build the drums(drill bit).amazing.

[@cwozildjian]

It's just a brad point bit...

[@AlexForbes-u9x]

Yeah. Standard drill bit for wood. You can buy then in any hardware store.

[@aboutthemetal8783]

I remember when premier drums were made in England, they were such amazing well built , amazing sounding drums, I remember Yamaha buying the company, I knew that premier drums days were numbered, such a shame.

[@WesHampson]

I own two Tama kits: a '91 Jet Black Granstar II that I grew up playing, and a '94 Jewel Blue Artstar II that I recently acquired. I love 'em both! They sound like no other drum kit made today.

[@sonnygruntstick]

I'd love a Stewart Copeland era Artstar kit..

[@markhealey3660]

I’ve been playing Tama Drums 17 years. Starclassic Birch and Superstar Maple kits and 21 Tama snare drums.

[@brak1381]

A 1983 Tama 10 piece concert Tom’s. 4’-18 (18’ has the original chrome bottom reso still somehow) and two 24”war drums. Did not come with the snare. It did not have to. I was incredibly blessed in a very magical way when I received this at 14. It humbled and disciplined me to my core. I had to play this drum set right. I had been playing for a year and a half and playing weekly gigs with my father. (yes, I only would bring 3) and he played upright bass with a full cap packed into a Toyota truck with that 24” and PA. Tetris masters. I think I took all of them out to a show only once. But I’m 33 now and couldn’t imagine what my life would be like had I not gotten them. Seeing this makes me vary proud that I still have them and I let them sing every chance I get. From Texas I Thank You TAMA Team for believing in what you do and loving it. True power love thank you drumeo for this.

[@michelleontv7726]

Thank you for coming to japan!

[@BlackArtBMX]

14:06 was one of the funniest things I've seen in a while. The look in Jareds eyes.

[@riotkiley675]

This was such a wholesome watch.

[@zacmcbride27]

I’m proud to say I own a star drum kit made in 1966 I love it

[@brendonmasters]

Zac Mcbride stencil revenge

[@zhongxina8426]

can I at least take one shell from the recycling bin? 😂😂

[@bandfromtheband9445]

No f'ing kidding!!! Let me take some of this stuff off your hands!

[@OlliLappalainen]

1: Go stalk the bin behind the fence 2: See when they empty it to a truck 3: Follow the truck 4: Hijack that truck 5: drive home 6: have free drums

[@MegaHeelhook]

You don't understand, even the garage bins have their own security and police, if you tried to steal it, lol even though it's garage, the Japanese consider it stealing.

[@danialm8122]

Drum channel is better than tv documentary.

[@brianj.4449]

13:07 - Yeah, you need more buffering! (insert modem sound)

[@lisamitchell1355]

The star series are the most beautiful drama their are😊

[@rhythmista7707]

Tama is special. Their drums sound like no other drum manufacturers. Even their mid range kits sound incredible. They're also built like tanks and are basically indestructible. Tama drums are made to last..

[@mikosoft]

I bought a midrange Silverstar kit because it sounds very close to those classic Starclassics. I could not have bought a better instrument. It has that classic big Tama sound and I enjoy it a lot!

[@rhythmista7707]

@@mikosoft I know what you're saying. I've got my brother's superstar custom kit and it's a monster. I don't play it out often, but when I do it has that unmistakable Tama sound 🥁✊

[@fab5720]

I own midrange and expensive Tama drums (Silverstar, Superstar Hyperdrive, Starclassic, Star) and yes, they are all built to last and they all sound amaaaaazing. Tamas bassdrums sound very unique and their toms have a .. well.. melodic bark to them that no other company has. Definitely great drums to buy.

[@planetmischief]

amateur drummer he says lol. I remember taking a catalog from a store. It featured Dave Lombardo, Kenny Aranoff and Lars Ulrich.

[@jimfuller5309]

Jared thank you for this amazing tour..the ancient Japanese drums are so cool so spiritual..thank you..

[@mrnegronis]

I feel this video should have gone much deeper. It would have been nice to see some history of the drums and how the designs have changed over the years. There was no mention of hardware. I realize most if not all of the hardware is made in the Chinese factory; but even if they showed a few things it would have been nice. They did not talk about Tama's innovations like the gong drum and octobans; things that other companies copied.

[@jamesberlo4298]

There "Octobans's" were copied from another Make.

[@VojtechRozsival]

They have couple HW hits too. On the other side they did not talk much even about the bearing edge. I agree this vid could contain way more information.

[@jamesbradford1153]

Best drum manufacturer of all time. 👊

[@scottboyne8305]

Awesome video Jared.

[@hitsfromthebong7629]

Hands down the Best Drums in the world!!!! All Hail TAMA!!!!

[@geraldcerdan3225]

I've been contemplating on my next drum set. My first was from Pearl. My second and current set is from Sonor. My third set will be Tama. Thank you for producing this video. Nicely done and very much enjoyable.

[@TessaAnderson]

This is incredible thank you for making this documentary !! I love that he uses an entire floor tom for his phone I do that as well sometimes

[@samcollins8291]

Seeing that picture of Neil Peart on the lake behind the Tama set legendary drum picture. RIP Neil

[@brendanh44]

Proud to own a made in Japan Starclassic kit

[@thomashauge4798]

I would absolutely LOVE to see Simon Phillips at drumeo! Have you guys ever considered that?

[@AdamFoldes]

His kit doesn’t fit their studio… haha

[@TheStudioDrummer]

+1 on that

[@youthk72]

Welcome to Japan, Drumeo.

[@johnmclaughlin9674]

Only drums I’ve thought about buying beside these are sjc and that’s only because such a cool owner and the way he started but Tama is so good in every way until you own a star classic or higher You have no idea what you’re missing everything Tama makes is amazing

[@stevelinwood8362]

Interesting watching all these videos on Drum makers and Cymbals. Enjoyed !!!

[@cyberbri6899]

Very cool!!!! I had a Tama Rockstar kit a long time ago. It was beautiful! I wish I could have afforded a Tama Superstar. Maybe someday I will be able to get a Tama Superstar. This video was very cool and loved watching how they make their drums!!

[@masuro49]

I think, beyond of watching Tama factory, more than one of us, wanted to see you playing drums, as you did in this video. You play as good and better than some of the respectable drummers you've interviewed in your channel. Back in the 70's Tama used to be the cheapest set in my home country Venezuela. Back in the days, Ludwig, Roger, Pearl & Slingerland used to be the most renowned brands. Now Tama is one of of best.

[@b.p.879]

I'm a proud player of Starclassic drums from pre-2000, hand crafted in Japan baby!

[@jamesdrums4399]

I played Tama for a few years and it looks & sounds great

[@jamesdrums4399]

They really put in their efforts into their drums

[@aaronledbetter7429]

This was fun to watch. I'm considering the star kit as my first Tama kit (long time yamaha player). It's really cool seeing the faces of the folks that will be making my drums.

[@nungu60a]

special Kudos to video production team. great tour.

[@xAfroMetalHead1990x]

My church is about to buy a Tama Starclassic Performer on my suggestion and I could not be more excited

[@360.Tapestry]

it honestly seems like such an awesome (and peaceful) place to work. everyone seems so chill. i wish it wasn't on the complete opposite side of the world. i'd love to learn how to make drums

[@farshimelt]

I never thought much of Tama, then I played a Star Classic kit and it blew me away. They were so easy to play, very responsive and solid feeling.

[@sonnygruntstick]

I have a set of Star Classics, birch, made in Japan in 2002. Just great drums...

[@forestspradlin1925]

Nice documentary. Especially the traditional Japanese drums.

[@Jmilillo]

I love my Starclassic Performer kit. They really do make drums that stand the test of time

[@vananon51]

#TAMA the Greatest drums on earth. I’ve had my kit for 15 years. I’ve travelled with it many times, housed it in my garage year-round all these years. The shells are still nearly perfect, along with #Evans drumheads they never go out of tune. They also make some of the greatest drum hardware on the market. I’ll play TAMA for life.

[@franktherabbit42]

The sound these TAMA's make is ridiculous. The Toms are just so punchy. I think they nailed it. If I buy another Acoustic Kit over my Roland now, It wont be another Mapex, I'll definitely be getting a TAMA.

[@TonyT007]

Can’t go wrong with Tama !!

[@davidrandall5743]

Beautiful video, what a journey into the craftmanship from a great drum company like Tama.