Tama Light Hardware set Review

[@adamwilson1691]

I picked up the Yamaha crosstown set a year ago and man its so great on my back. I love all these new lightweight options that are available.

[@BrendrumJones]

Yeah crosstown are supposed to be great, but they are hidious to look at

[@adamwilson1691]

@@BrendrumJones worth it

[@gnrdp]

Thank you for posting this!!! I was looking for a proper review of those for a long time

[@BrendrumJones]

hey thanks for the kind words, glad you enjoyed

[@ZareP1]

I wanted a set of stands to have at home so i wouldn't have to "tear down" my home stands and kit every time i have a rehearsal, was really sick of moving all and bring it back for a 1 hour gig or something. So i bought this set plus an extra cymbal stand and the tom stand, similar to the snare one showed here. All together 3 cymbal stands, hihat stand, snare and tom stand weights 11kg (pretty ridiculously low, specially if you compare to the 4.5kg your drum throne will have...) and all fits on the bag provided. I mainly play rock and i use big cymbals (not counting with the hihat, my smaller cymbal is a 20") and this things don't ever fail, just perfect! Plus with a car small like mine, i couldn't be happier cause i don't need to stack anything and nothing will be scratched during the trip xD

[@BrendrumJones]

Yeah , I play 18"cymbals and up there well able to take it I've had mine for well over a year now and Still going strong 💪. Thanks for the info , chat soon.

[@ZareP1]

@@BrendrumJones Forgot to say, i saw this video before buying and it was really helpfull, this (and the peter erskine videos about them) made me order the set right on that same day xD

[@BrendrumJones]

@@ZareP1 great, im glad it helped i defo stand by them

[@CaseyJust]

ZaréPlays what is the largest Tom you are using in the Tama Tom stand? Do you think it could handle a 14”x10” Tom?

[@bryanlandry7214]

I LOVE MINE!!!!!!! BUY them.......they're like 60s Ludwig hardware with a few upgrades.......... not new, just solid!

[@BrendrumJones]

yeah theyre so good, still using mine to this day

[@DanielCepedaonDrums]

You've pretty much got me convinced. This is on my list now. Thanks for the in-depth review!

[@BrendrumJones]

No Problem im glad you enjoyed it Daniel. Definitely go for it it won't let you down. Chat soon man, Brendan

[@Laportesound]

Thanks so much! Watching this one while having back pain from the last gig lifting 50kg in a hardcase box...

[@BrendrumJones]

i hear ya robbert , im still using them fro every gig, defo make the switch to lighter hardware

[@waltgdrums1]

The hi hat base does swivel utilizing an allen key. I have 2 classic cymbal stands the hi hat stand and kick pedal. Great stuff.

[@BrendrumJones]

Cool, thanks for telling me

[@crunngren1930]

I've been really digging these simpler styles of hardware lately after picking up a vintage flat base Slingerland stand really cheap and it has become my favorite stand. definitely not as heavy duty as my other ones but I don't need that heavy duty playing jazz and funk, I'm not playing metal. thank you for the video i did not know flat base stands were still being made

[@BrendrumJones]

No prob thanks for watching and commenting

[@Shaker4x4]

Would be a consideration, but start clamping on percussion instrument clusters and they will begin to sway a bit, so will need something seperate for those.

[@BrendrumJones]

Definitely, no clamps on these would work

[@marvinhanson9391]

I'm about to start a tour with the band and the thought of not using these stands is terrifying

[@BrendrumJones]

Theyre great, but the heavy stuff might be more suited for a tour

[@marvinhanson9391]

@@BrendrumJones the bus isn't all that big and I'm still at the point of setting up my own gear so the light weight hardware bag is absolutely a relief

[@bobdrums]

Great review man, looking at the stage master for double braced strength as well, love the compact bag!

[@BrendrumJones]

Thanks fir watching best of look with the stage master

[@rborawski]

Thanks for the great and honest review!

[@BrendrumJones]

Hey thanks for saying so, chat soon

[@dancalabrese3523]

My choice would be the Yamaha Crosstown Lightweight Hardware instead but this is certainly a choice if you want the vintage look. I don't like that snare stand basket at all as it is just a rerun of really old snare stand baskets.

[@BrendrumJones]

cool, i have to say i like the snare basket nearly two years on and never had a problem with it. I must have a look at the Yamaha Crosstown, thanks for the comment chat soon

[@StickTonesMusic]

I own the Yamaha set, as well as a Tama Classic tom and cymbal stand. Both are great in their own way, depending on your needs. I believe the Tama Classic tom stand has the same basket as the snare stand. While it looks similar, when comparing it to a vintage Ludwig snare stand I own, it is made better, and works much better. I’ve never had an issue with it.

[@smagherini]

Good Review ! What would be a good boom stand to add to this kit that would fit in the small bag ?

[@BrendrumJones]

Hey, i think DW do a light weight boom stand, have a look at that. It should fit into the bag

[@RA2Music]

For a working drummer, out a lot, this set looks like it can’t be beat. The Classic BD pedal keeps with the theme of light weight, highly portable gear. I would check the full line out if your a drummer in the city and portability is the watchword of the day.

[@BrendrumJones]

cool ill have a look into it,..... just did, yeah very cool, suits smaller bass drums too, very handy. Chat again Raymond,

[@arturosaenz9120]

Vintage Ludwig snare stands had that screw for the basket arm hello.

[@BrendrumJones]

Ok, thanks for letting me know.

[@adrianharrison6636]

I spend a few weeks thinkin wich set it's better for me , between the Yamaha crosstown or this tama classic stands, and i think Tama it's the winner, has the stability, the size of the bag it's perfect for the working drummer and the 60's vintage look it's fantastic ,the Yamaha's set looks hideous! Hahahaha Thanks for the Review!!!!

[@nilistmind]

I'm assuming the cymbal stand can't it hold a tom tom with a fast clamp right? thx for the info.this video was really helpful

[@BrendrumJones]

No, i havent tried it but the stand would be to thin i would guess and im unsure it would be able to take the weight.

[@nilistmind]

@@BrendrumJones thx for the swift answer. guess a bass drum with tom holder is a must in this case. thx bro

[@BrendrumJones]

@@nilistmind yeah, or you could buy another lightweight snare stand 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@johnmhearton3986]

I have two sets know, you can attach a mini boom to one of these stands and it will hold a splash cymbal also

[@BrendrumJones]

Cool, good to know. Would you put at 16" on it ?

[@johnmhearton3986]

@@BrendrumJones My personal opinion, probably no bigger than a 12" splash, try and see how you make out

[@greenambles]

Thanks, great and useful review. Considering getting this when I get my Pearl Midtown kit. With adding a tom holder and f/t legs only could you also get a b/d pedal in too do you think?

[@BrendrumJones]

hey thanks for the kind words, you mean would you get them in the bag? tom holder and legs yes but not the pedal

[@greenambles]

BrendrumJones thanks!

[@marksheehan3207]

Extremely helpful! Thank you so much!

[@BrendrumJones]

Great I'm glad it helped , chat soon Brendan

[@RobNijmeijer]

Love it, bought it. Dutch drummer

[@BrendrumJones]

Great I'm still using it and no troubles what so ever

[@paulysci925]

Yamaha crosstown on everything! 👑

[@BrendrumJones]

Cool , I've not used them

[@mattbade2001]

Great review. Can I ask what you thought of the DW 6000 ultralight stands and why you went with Tama?

[@BrendrumJones]

Hey thanks for the kind words, it look good but I thought it was to pricey, however I think they have a boom stand so that's a plus

[@mattbade2001]

BrendrumJones For sure. It was thorough and produced well. - Got it. Yeah, ideally, the DW boom I was thinking of buying separately and throwing it in the TAMA bag. I like how the DW legs can be flat or raised. However, the DW snare basket I've heard can loosen. I've got an old DW kit from the mid 90's but absolutely love TAMA engineering and have been playing their pedals for years. So... I'm a little torn. 🤔

[@BrendrumJones]

@@mattbade2001 yeah, well this set I'm still using in fact was using it about 4 hours ago and everything is still good , but do some research and see how you go

[@StickTonesMusic]

Having tested both, I think the Tamas are sturdier. I would worry about the DWs potentially slipping. I bought one of Tama Classic cymbal stands not long after it was first released, and it is still holding up well (and that’s with it being thrown in the case with my normal weight hardware for the first couple years I owned it). I also own one of of the Classic tom stands that has never failed me.

Thanks for the video... What’s your opinion about the brackets, cause I have the gibraltar light hardware and the brakets hug the tube and in this case, the screw goes direct to the tube to hold it... So i want to have an idea of the life of use... thnaks

[@BrendrumJones]

Hey, yeah I've been using them a year now and they've held up fine I've had no problems at all

BrendrumJones thanks a lot

[@StickTonesMusic]

I've been using the cymbal stand for about 2 years with no problem. It's tough to see, but the screw for the bottom tubes actually doesn't contact directly with the tube above. There is a piece of curved metal inside the collar it pushes against, which then holds the upper tube. I could see where over tightening the screw could potentially strip out the threaded hole itself, but because of the thoughtful design, you don't have to crank it very tight at all to hold in place. I use mine every week with a 20" Ride, and have never had a problem.

[@Eterik]

Hello thanks for the video! What's the name of the bag?

[@BrendrumJones]

Hey, sorry I missed your comment. No problem glad you liked it. It's the SBH01 transport bag. You get it with that bundle

[@Eterik]

@@BrendrumJones Thank you

[@dfadsfadsful]

Thanks for your review! Could you say the cymbal stand could hold a rack Tom off them? Thank you for your time -Ace

[@BrendrumJones]

hey thanks for watching, yeah i was thinking of this the last day. I think it could hold the weight but getting a bracket to fit the thinness of the stand that maybe a problem. do you understand me?

[@dfadsfadsful]

BrendrumJones Sorry for the late reply. I think I might understand what you're saying. Are you saying because the symbol stands are so thin that Tom mount not be able to fit on them? If it makes it a good more easier to understand. I'm trying to hang a 13 by 9 rack Tom with a ball mount Style Tom mount. Let me know if this makes any sense to you. I'm trying to find some lightweight Hardware that doesn't weigh a million pounds but still can hold my rack Tom or my 24-inch ride. Thanks for your response once again. -Armand

[@BrendrumJones]

@@dfadsfadsful hey, yeah exactly, it's the thinness that I would be worried about, but I sure you could find one

[@StickTonesMusic]

I own and use the cymbal stand, and personally would not recommend trying to hang a tom on it. Even if a bracket would fit, I don’t think the small base would handle something hanging on it without tipping. It probably has the strength, but not the weight balance. That said, they do make a tom version of the snare stand (basically taller) that weights 4lbs. I’m curious about the Yamaha crosstown cymbal stands for this purpose, as they have a wide base that may be able to handle it. I still have to make my way to a store that carries both so that I can try and compare the whole series.

[@BrendrumJones]

@@StickTonesMusic cool thanks for the info

[@ianmuessig]

I'm curious about the straight cymbal stands: it looks like the wing nuts that hold the upper sections of the stand do not have any sort of clamp or pressure 'grab' but simply push against the tube?

[@BrendrumJones]

yeah Ian thats how it is alright. Still using it and im not having any issues.

[@ianmuessig]

@@BrendrumJones Awesome! Thanks man!

[@phenocom8182]

Will it support a heavy ride cymbal

[@x-town7007]

how did the racks prove to be, are they durable, especially when it comes to driving cymbals ?

[@BrendrumJones]

How do you mean Racks ?

[@x-town7007]

@@BrendrumJones cymbal stands. He translated google badly for me.🙂🙂

[@BrendrumJones]

Ahhh cool, yeah they’re fantastic I’m still using them no issues at all, highly recommend

[@x-town7007]

@@BrendrumJones Just tell me hi hat stand, is the slipper soft down, is it “comfortable” for the gig?

[@eamonnsheehan7787]

Good review Gym Membership on the Hardware bag 100% 😂

[@BrendrumJones]

Thanks for saying so. LOL yes it is.

[@eamonnsheehan7787]

@@BrendrumJones just looking at this v Crosstown Hardware 🤔 I think Drummers must have been donkeys in previous lives 😂😂

[@BrendrumJones]

@@eamonnsheehan7787 LOL. Yeah i heard its goods but it hideous looking in my opinion

[@eamonnsheehan7787]

@@BrendrumJones , yeah agreed doesn’t look good, bought Yamaha bop was trying to get all the drums in one 2 cases , dbl tom bags as rare as hens teeth though 😂😂

[@kolbycarrouth7128]

I read a review of a metal drummer saying the base of the hi hat stand can be swiveled "using a small hex key". Can you confirm this?

[@BrendrumJones]

Hello, sorry for the late reply, yes i just had a look there and it does have that, thanks for telling me. There isn't much scope in it from what i can see though.

[@kolbycarrouth7128]

@@BrendrumJones from pictures it looks like the floor spikes would limit the range. Could you take one spike out, turn the bass until one of the legs is up next to the pedal, and then reinsert the spike? Sorry for all the questions. This will be the perfect hardware pack for my "one trip" set up.

[@BrendrumJones]

@@kolbycarrouth7128 Hey, no worries, yes i just did it again and you can take out the spikes and there good swivel range

[@kolbycarrouth7128]

@@BrendrumJones sweeeet. Thanks

[@terrytk9398]

Well constructed review.😀

[@BrendrumJones]

Thanks Terry ,👍🏻

[@dudeguy99butAWESOME]

Tbh i like the wobble

[@BrendrumJones]

Cool

[@AustinBeede]

Does anyone know if the hi hat stand can work with older K hats that have the smaller holes?

[@BrendrumJones]

I can’t be sure sir

[@x-town7007]

Can the stand hold a 22" ride cymbal of 2300gr, 2500gr or 2700gr without giving way?

[@BrendrumJones]

Hey , yeah I’d say it would be fine. I’ve had a 21”AA raw bell dry ride and it’s been fine

[@x-town7007]

@@BrendrumJones Thank you for your answer, the Tama is good because it is smaller, and the Yamaha crosstown is more stable, and then sometimes I can't decide what to take, but I am drawn to take the Tama.

[@BrendrumJones]

@@x-town7007 no worries , I’ve heard great things about the Yamaha but never used them , I think they look hideous tho

[@x-town7007]

@@BrendrumJones And if they are light like Tama, they look bulky to me, Tama is more elegant and less bulky. Are you satisfied with the Tama stands and would I recommend that they be taken even if they play a little, that is, they are not too stable ?

[@BrendrumJones]

@@x-town7007 I used the same stands to this day and play about 150 gigs a year ive never had an issue with them at all

[@Bluem00n7]

What have you used to raise the bass drum ?? I have the same kit and want to raise the height

[@BrendrumJones]

Hey I don't I just put the kick pedal on and off I go

[@Bluem00n7]

@@BrendrumJones argh ok just seemed very raised cheers anyways appciated the video i collect my hardware tomorrow.

[@CaseyJust]

What is the largest cymbal you are using on the straight stands and how large are your high hats you use on the hi hat stand? Many thanks!

[@BrendrumJones]

Hey, 21" ride and they were 14" hats you could go bigger if wanted,👍🏻 chat soon

[@CaseyJust]

BrendrumJones thanks for the reply! I’m thinking about using Paiste Black Label Big Beats 16, 18, 20 and 24. Do you think the Tama Classic Hardware could handle them? Great video btw.

[@BrendrumJones]

@@CaseyJust 100%,you'll have no problems, I know they look a little flimsy, but trust me they're unreal good, I'm still using them for every gig two years on 👍🏻

[@CaseyJust]

BrendrumJones Thanks for the info I really appreciate it!

[@the6ig6adwolf]

How much does the whole package weigh?

[@BrendrumJones]

7kg

[@handidrummed]

I love the hardware itself, but the shoulder strap has ripped on two bags.

[@BrendrumJones]

Thats a Bummer, I haven't found that , however i I don't use the strap that much. Thanks for letting us know . Chat soon Brendan

[@ferpalaciosdrums1]

I got a question, ¿does the stands have nylon bushings on the tightening parts?

[@BrendrumJones]

No I don’t think so sir

[@ferpalaciosdrums1]

@@BrendrumJones So they would'nt be so durable, ¿right?. I'm really trying to find the best lightweight hw, but they all have pros and cons. I'm between Yamaha Crosstown and these ones

[@BrendrumJones]

@@ferpalaciosdrums1 man they’re very durable, I’m still using them night after night. In fact I’m using them right now on a gig and still all good

[@ferpalaciosdrums1]

@@BrendrumJones Man, thanks a lot for responding so quick, I really appreciate

[@BrendrumJones]

@@ferpalaciosdrums1 no worries I’ve heard crosstown are very good I think they look hideous tho

[@DeathByDinosaur92]

What size of cymbals are you playing/what kind of music are you playing?

[@BrendrumJones]

Hey, 21"sweet ride, two 18" paiste 2002 and zildijan a custom, 16" a custom and 14"hihat. Play most common stuff for clubs, corporates like a party band.

[@yehudarakia137]

I have this it's great 🤙 NOT suitable for metal/heavy handed drummers...or on windy stage 🌀

[@BrendrumJones]

Agreed

[@laceybernal3231]

Can you just get the bag?

[@BrendrumJones]

Yesh, think it's part of the Powerpad Series 👍🏻

[@BrendrumJones]

Yesh think it's Powerpad Series

[@JeromeDayUniverse]

Respectfully, There is nothing new or innovative here.. It’s mainly a remake of the early years of hardware, I had the exact style with my late 70’s Slingerland kit. It looks nice though and I bet much easier for gigging

[@BrendrumJones]

The point is not innovation, the point is that its in a small bag and only weights 8kg and it can take the abuse that come for the day to day grind of the working drummer. But youre right the they have the vintage look and some of the old mechanisms.

[@JeromeDayUniverse]

BrendrumJones yes the compact easy to fit all in one bag is so nice! 👍😃

[@BrendrumJones]

@@JeromeDayUniverse yeah its great, the limited angles sometimes can be annoying but all in all its very good. Thanks for watching and engaging chat soon

[@andthensome512]

@@JeromeDayUniverse Howling Diablos, Jerome? What's up? Not telling you who I am. You might recognize my FACE. I just bought 3 of these cymbal stands. I dig them. Buying the hat stand next.

[@JeromeDayUniverse]

@@andthensome512 Steve Fernino !!

[@ivanbajovic3476]

1:47 Nothing new. I had vintage Hollywood Meazzi snare stand with the same tightening system.

[@BrendrumJones]

yeah, was the first time i seen it, its a vintage design

[@jeffrobinson6145]

very helpful, thank you

[@BrendrumJones]

Great I'm glad it helped you

[@soulslaveone]

I would rather buy the yamaha crosstown. So much lighter AND sturdier! Better in every single way, unless you need that old-school look.

[@BrendrumJones]

Well not in every way, crosstown look terrible and the take up more space on stage and in the transport bag

[@soulslaveone]

@@BrendrumJones I use a microphone stand bag (with separate compartments) that is 62 cm in length. Smallest hardware-package ever. I also think the crosstown pack looks much better than anything "retro". I guess we have to agree to disagree;)

[@drs-Rigo-Reus]

‘Never seen before’…… is was here in 1959!

[@BrendrumJones]

Fantastic information

[@jesussalvadorrodriguez6722]

Its PBH02L ????

[@BrendrumJones]

Yes that's the bag code.

[@jesussalvadorrodriguez6722]

Waths the dimension? In cms? Long, wide?

[@BrendrumJones]

@@jesussalvadorrodriguez6722 880 (L) x150 (W) x200 (H) mm

[@waynejones3428]

Kool! 😰

[@BrendrumJones]

Thanks , it's still the hardware set I use

[@CorrieDickMusic]

thank you for making this

[@BrendrumJones]

Of course, glad it helped