Gretsch New Classic Maple 5 Piece Shell Pack – Black Sparkle – Mint. Low Mass, ITS Tom Suspension System. Retro 1930s Billy Gladstone Dual Post Tube Lugs. What this sale includes, 5 Drums. Bass Drum (Virgin) – 18″ x 22″. Rack Tom 1 (with ITS suspension mount) – 8″ x 10″. Rack Tom 2 (with ITS suspension mount) – 9″ x 12″. Floor Tom (with set of 3 legs) – 14″ x 14″. Snare Drum (matching) 5.5″ x 14″ 12 ply (12.5 mm thick), 10 Lug. Gretsch drums, especially the New Classic Maple (NCM) play, sound and look AMAZING! Gretsch has been producing high quality drums since 1883 and their New Classic Maple (NCM) line is no exception. The special classic dual post tube lugs are even exact replicas of the original Billy Gladstone design from the 1930s. Since the NCM line made it’s debut in the early 2000s, other drum manufacturers have jumped on the bandwagon, offering their own retro designs. In addition to their drums, Gretsch has a reputation for their fine string instruments. A Gretsch factoid: Many well known, famous drummers play the kits they use on stage, whether Ludwig, Tama, DW, Pearl, etc… Because of their product endorsement agreements, but when the time comes to actually lay down tracks in the studio, most prefer doing it on a Gretsch. They know “That Great Gretsch Sound” sings out, and produces that balanced tone requiring very little to no EQ adjustments on the recording console, practically no signal processing required. In addition to its neoclassical aesthetics, Gretsch created the NCM line to give drummers access to the same build quality, sonic result, and playability as with their Brooklyn, USA Custom, and Renown lines. The downside was that Gretsch was losing revenue and thus, ceased NCM production in 2017 making the NCM line a collector’s dream. The upside is that unlike the above mentioned lines, the NCM has that 1930s classic dual-post tube lug style, but post 2000, hence, the name New – Classic. Because Gretsch is no longer producing the NCM line they are extremely hard to find and especially in this condition. Other Gretsch NCM drums I’ve seen for sale are usually all banged up. This one is in MINT condition. Better snap up this special, rare shell pack while you still can because if you don’t, we’re sure someone else will. Please understand that the total price of this shell pack is determined by several factors. While we welcome offers, please be realistic. Low-ball offers will not be considered. We have more percussion equipment for sale. See our other listings!

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