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It's not often a drum manufacturer has a history as rich as Sonor's to back its vintage-inspired kits. The Sonor Vintage Series takes cues from its own Teardrop drums of the 1950s and 1960s, incorporating modern shell and tuning technology into its time-tested builds for dependability yesterday's kits can't touch. The 9-ply German beech shells with rounded bearing edges deliver an uncharacteristically warm, round tone for Sonor ? one that classic drum enthusiasts are guaranteed to adore. Meanwhile, period-inspired finishes, hoops, and hardware offer a look that will be most at home among your vintage drum collection. Especially collectible are the throwback script badges that imbue your set with a stylish old-school flair.





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Round-edge beech shells are warm and vibey





Sonor's production drums have a reputation for being fast and contoured ? which is why top drummers like Danny Carey and Steve Smith rely on them. But not the Vintage Series. This lineup remains as true as possible to Sonor's Teardrop drums of the 1950s/60s. The secret tonal ingredient is a set of thin, classic-sized, 9-ply German beech shells, true to Sonor's heritage, with rounded (rather than 45°) bearing edges. This recipe maximizes head-to-shell contact for that warm, round, played-in quality of your favorite vintage kits.





Available in several classic finishes





We collectors are particular about our vintage finishes. Take it from Sweetwater: Sonor's Vintage Series wraps and stained finishes won't leave you wanting for that classic look. Wraps are machine applied with glue across 100% of the wrap's surface, then inspected by hand for air pockets that could compromise the shells' tone. Stains are hand sprayed to bring out the rich character of the wood grain, imparting a more timeless look.





Hardware inspired by vintage Sonor kits





Sonor took great care to make its Vintage Series hardware capture the look and vibe of its classic kits ? particularly the Teardrop lineup of the 1950s and 1960s. The Vintage Series' iconic lugs are spec'd to original Teardrop blueprints; hoops sport a classic "stick-saving" rounded edge and pack a rich, open tone; even the bass drum claws and screws recall Sonor's classic kits. One feature that collectors are sure to enjoy is the script badge resurrected from Sonor's kits of the mid-twentieth century.





TuneSafe keeps your tuning safe





Sonor's modern drum advancements bring about a level of consistency in the Vintage Series that simply can't be matched in vintage kits. One of these is the TuneSafe feature built into every Vintage Series lugs. These prevent tension rods from vibrating loose through heavy use, even under low tension, to keep your tuning rock solid between takes and in transport.





Sonor Vintage Series 3-piece Shell Pack Features:


Inspired by Sonor's own Teardrop kits of the 1950s and 1960s


Shells (depth x diameter): 8-inch x 12-inch tom, 12-inch x 14-inch floor tom, 14-inch x 20-inch virgin bass drum


9-ply German beech shells pay tribute to Sonor's classic kits


CLTF (Cross Laminated Tension Free) technology maximizes shell strength


Wrapped and stained finishes are a vintage collector's dream


Classic rounded-over Superprofil 2.3mm flanged hoops save sticks from splintering


Teardrop lugs are ripped straight out of antiquity


TuneSafe features prevent tension rods from loosening through play


Ships with Remo USA batter and reso heads: Ambassador Coated and Clear for the toms and a Powerstroke P3 coated and a Powerstroke P3 Fiberskyn for the kick


Shells only (bass drum bracket and tom hardware not included)