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A Complete 5-piece Drum Kit with Cymbals and Hardware





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Buying a "budget" set of drums can sometimes feel like a bit of a gamble. But at Sweetwater, we're committed to making sure you get your money's worth out of the gear you buy. That's why we stand behind our TAMA Imperialstar complete drum sets. For starters, you just can't beat the value of these kits, which come with a complete set of stage-ready TAMA hardware and quality Meinl cymbals. The 6-ply poplar shells themselves sound remarkably balanced and responsive, too, making this the kind of kit you can buy as your first and end up holding onto for life. A host of premium wrapped finishes makes the Imperialstar an irresistible kit for any drummer, regardless of skill level.





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Includes all you need ? just add sticks





TAMA takes the guesswork out of assembling a truly playable set of drums. Included with your Imperialstar is a quality set of Meinl HCS cymbals ? 14-inch hi-hats, a 16-inch crash, and a 20-inch ride ? for a stage-ready sound. A TAMA single-chain drive kick pedal provides a smooth playing action for your bass drum, and a full selection of TAMA hardware provides the stability you need. The cherry on top is an Imperialstar drum throne, which provides comfort for long playing sessions.





The warm, balanced tone of poplar





The shells of your TAMA Imperialstar are made from six plies of lightweight poplar. Poplar is known for its quick decay and full-bodied tone, which are just the qualities you want for close-miking applications onstage and in the studio.





100% glued wraps





Unlike some others kits, the Imperialstar's attractive wrapped finishes are glued 360° around the shells to eliminate buzzing or lifting of any kind. This leads to long-lasting good looks and a more consistent, resonant tone throughout the kit.





Better performance through precision bearing edges





Bearing edges play a big part in how your drums sound and how they tune up over time. Fortunately, TAMA's edge-cutting process produces clean bearing edges on all the Imperialstar's shells. The result is a set of drums that ring true, with a wide tuning range and sensitive playing dynamics to suit most styles of music.





TAMA Imperialstar 5-piece Drum Kit Features:


A great-playing drum kit at an affordable price


Sizes: 10-inch and 12-inch toms, 16-inch floor tom, 22-inch kick drum, and 14-inch snare


Includes cymbals, stands, pedal, and throne ? just add drumsticks


Poplar shells offer natural warmth and balanced dynamics


Precision bearing edges enhance sensitivity, tuning range, and resonance


360° glued wrap finishes eliminate buzzing and lifting


Black nickel hardware offers a nuanced look


Quality Meinl HCS cymbal pack includes 14-inch hi-hats, a 16-inch crash, and a 20-inch ride


TAMA single-chain drive kick pedal with base plate plays fast and smooth


Ultra-stable TAMA Imperialstar hardware includes double-leg bracing, 3-tier height adjustment, and a convertible boom stand


TAMA Imperialstar drum throne is comfortable beyond its price point