Description

Timeless Gretsch Sound with Contemporary Features

The all-maple shell pack featuring the esteemed Gretsch logo has consistently proven to be an exceptional choice, and the recent enhancements to the Gretsch Catalina Maple further elevate this distinction. The time-honored construction remains intact: each shell is crafted from seven plies of premium Asian maple, showcasing 30-degree bearing edges that cultivate the highly sought-after warm and rounded maple tone, seamlessly complementing a vast array of musical styles.

Enhancing this already impressive foundation, Gretsch has introduced upgraded suspension tom mounts, akin to those in their renowned Renown series of drums. Additionally, the Gretsch Catalina Maple snare drums have undergone significant improvements, including enhanced snare throw-offs and butt plates that ensure exceptional stability and reliability.

With the inclusion of 2.3mm triple-flanged hoops, matching wood bass drum hoops, and high-quality Remo drumheads, all crowned with the iconic Gretsch badge, it is no wonder that drummers at GN Music revel in the tremendous value offered by the Gretsch Catalina Maple shell pack! You truly get an extraordinary instrument that inspires creativity and elevates performance.

Maple needs no introduction

Whether we’re talking about violins, guitars, basses, or drums, maple is considered a premier tonewood for each of these instruments (and more). Its dynamic response is immense, enabling you to perform with the quietest subtlety or the most vigorous energy on demand. Adding 30-degree bearing edges to these 7-ply maple shells gently softens their initial attack, which results in a dense, full drum sound that feels right at home in any musical style.

The Catalina Maple series proudly embodies Gretsch’s remarkable American music legacy.

While many recognize Gretsch for its iconic electric guitars and drums, it’s fascinating to note that the company originated in 1883 as a banjo manufacturer. This rich history soon expanded to include mandolins, ukuleles, and eventually flat-top guitars, all essential to the foundations of American music. Therefore, when you play the Gretsch Catalina Maple shell pack, you’re not just enjoying an exceptional kit; you’re engaging with a significant piece of American musical heritage. Each beat reflects the passion and evolution of music itself!

Gretsch Catalina Maple 5-piece Shell Pack Features:

• Iconic and versatile Gretsch drum set offers incredible value for advancing players
• 7-ply Asian maple shells provide timeless tone
• 30° bearing edges lend a rounded quality to the shells’ tone, resulting in a drum sound with universal applicability
• Upgraded tom suspension mounts further enhance resonance
• Upgraded snare throw off and butt plate provide enhanced functionality and reliability
• 2.3mm triple-flanged hoops on toms and snare with matching wood bass drum hoops
• Topped with Remo drumheads and those world-famous Gretsch round badges   

Tech Specs

• Finish:  Seafoam Green Lacquer, Chrome-plated Hardware
• Configuration:  Shell Pack with Snare
• Number of Drums:  5
• Snare (Depth x Diameter):  5.5″ x 14″
• Mounted Toms (Depth x Diameter):  7″ x 10″, 8″ x 12″
• Floor Toms (Depth x Diameter):  16″ x 16″
• Bass Drums (Depth x Diameter): 16″ x 22″
• Shell Material: Maple, 7-ply, Gretsch Formula
• Manufacturer Part Number: CM2-E625-SFG