The new Gretsch Catalina Maple series includes new innovative and sleek hardware designs. Each component is designed for functionality, performance and style. The overall result is a great sounding Gretsch drum set that is ergonomically improved and has a fresh, contemporary design aesthetic.
The mounting hardware includes round "gas cap" bass drum mount plate;ultra low profile GTS mounting system, reduced-mass tom mount brackets and new single and double tom holders. Both tom holders include a post hole for a 7/8" cymbal tube post (not included). The ball/socket 12.7mm L-arms provide positioning freedom and a secure hold for stability. Gretsch T-Wing screws and bolts are included on all fittings for drummer-friendly feel and rubber isolators have been added to the die-cast bass drum claws to help keep bass drum hoops looking new. To complete the balanced design aesthetic, a new black/gold Catalina Maple round badge is included on all drums.
The new Gretsch Catalina Maple series includes many drum features that have made Catalina Maple series a popular choice among drummers. The shell is a 7-ply Gretsch-formula maple shell with 30-degree bearing edges and natural shell interiors. Bass drums include telescopic bass drum spurs matching maple wood bass drum hoops. Toms/snare feature 2.3mm triple flanged hoops. All drums are fitted with Remo drum heads, including coated batters and clear resonant on toms/snare and clear bass drum batter head with muffle ring. The white Gretsch bass drum logo head includes muffle ring.
SKU | GCM1E826PDCB |
Brand | Gretsch Drums |
Type | 7 Pce Drum Kits |
Series | Gretsch Catalina Maple Series |
Finish | Deep Cherry Burst |
Bass Drum | 22 x 18" |
Toms | 8 x 7", 10 x 7", 12 x 8" |
Floor Tom | 14 x 14", 16 x 16" |
Snare Drum | 14 x 6" |
Shell Construction | 7-ply Maple |
Tom & Snare Hoops | 2.3mm triple flanged |
Bass Drum Hoops | Maple with matching Deep Cherry Burst finish |
Bearing Edge | 30 degree |
Bass Drum Heads | Clear UT Ambassador with Muffle Ring Batter, Coated Gretsch head with Muffle Ring Resonant |
Tom Heads | Remo Coated UT Ambassador Batter, Remo Clear UT Ambassador Resonant |
Snare Drum Heads | Coated UT Ambassador Batter, Clear UT Snare-side Resonant |
Bass Drum Hardware | Gretsch T-Wing nut/bolt, Gretsch bass drum mount plate with "G" memory lock |
Tom Hardware | Low profile GTS tom suspension system, Low-profile tom and floor tom leg brackets, Single cymbal mount and 12.7mm L-Arms |
Stand Hardware | Gibraltar 5700 Hardware pack includes Straight Cymbal Stand, Boom Cymbal Stand, Snare Stand, Hi Hat Stand, Bass Drum Pedal |