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TAMA has extensively utilized the name “star” throughout their wide range of drum products. “Star” has a logical and organic association, based on the founding father’s name origin. The name continues to serve and inspire TAMA, and following this philosophy, TAMA will release their latest STAR endeavor, STAR Factory Vault. The STAR Factory Vault concept embodies TAMA’s true spirit to strive to make the best drums in the world and continue to reach new heights. STAR Drums are carefully hand-crafted in the TAMA Japan drum-making facility, where perfection is the goal and achieved through acquired skill and uncompromised detail in a time-honored drum crafting process.
When STAR was originally launched in 2013, Maple and Bubinga shells were produced using distinctive shell specifications that resulted in rich, warm, classic tones that brought out the essence of each wood type. Extending their sonic exploration, TAMA introduced Walnut to the STAR in 2016, which added a more modern approach and a tone identified for the next generation of younger drummers. By gradually expanding its sonic and visual potential through continuous development, TAMA has refined their ability to extend the STAR concept beyond established conventions.
The essence of STAR Factory Vault is exceptional rarity. Produced in extremely limited quantities, drums deserving the STAR Factory Vault name are of the rarest kind. These wood types are not easily found in our ever-consuming world and thinning natural resources; locating them requires extensive research, uncompromising standards and tenacious determination. Selection criteria include grain uniqueness and wood color – their combined potential to render an alluring finish. Another determining factor is how well the specific wood can be used in TAMA’s proprietary and precise drum-making methods. A specific wood must possess the structural flexibility and essential tone characteristics to be considered as a final candidate. To accurately evaluate an exotic wood candidate, the wood must first be integrated into a STAR shell. Once the wood is appraised for its structural and sonic qualities, it then undergoes an intricate process to determine the final finish aesthetic. The STAR drum making process is nurtured from start to finish by highly skilled and experienced drum craftspeople. This process honors time-tested and time-consuming techniques that meticulously measure exacting tolerances and strive to create the perfect drum. Every time. Only the highest quality hand-selected woods can be considered for STAR Factory Vault standards.
TAMA honors their innovative spirit as motivation to build upon their drum-making legacy. STAR embodies TAMA’s highest level of sonic character, drum-crafting precision and refinement. STAR Factory Vault delivers a truly rare and exceptional drum experience for the discriminating drum enthusiast.
STAR Bubinga with White Ebony Outer Ply Drum Kit: HERE
Laotian White Ebony, commonly known as Pale Moon Ebony, has an especially unique and beautiful grain pattern. If not treated properly in the early stages of the cutting process, this wood is prone to deformation, shrinkage, and cracking, making the wood difficult to craft. Due to its high demand worldwide, it is an extremely rare and always in short supply.
As part of the STAR Factory’s Vault series, we chose White Ebony for the beautiful exterior to our STAR Bubinga shell. Characterized by its dark, deep tone and strength, the resulting STAR Bubinga drum kit is rich in both sound and aesthetic. The thin 5mm/6ply shell with 9mm thick Sound Focus Rings retains Bubinga’s deep mid-bass sound, while providing significant clarity. The STAR Drum shell construction further enhances Bubinga’s wide tonal range. All of these elements come together to create an elegant and luxurious sound. Instantly recognizable as a high-end instrument, its majestic presence captures the listener from the very first note.
Model No.: TB52ZSS
22″x16″ Bass Drum
10″x8″ Tom Tom
12″x9″ Tom Tom
14″x14″ Floor Tom
16″x16″ Floor Tom
[Add-on Snare Drum] – TBS1465S 14″x6.5″
[Finish] – Natural White Ebony (NWE)
Features
Shells – Shell: 5mm, 5ply Bubinga + 1 inner ply Cordia + 1 additional outer ply White Ebony, w/ 9mm Sound Focus Rings
White Ebony Outer Ply
Matching 14″x6.” snare drum sold separately.
STAR Mahogany with Tineo Outer Ply Drum Kit : HERE
Unmistakably high-end and elegant, this Limited Edition STAR Mahogany drum kit instantly appeals to every one of your senses. Adorned with an outerply of the uniquely beautiful Tineo wood found in the Andes Mountains gives this drum kit a valuable and decorative look.
Released as part of the STAR Factory Vault series, this STAR Mahogany drum kit features 6mm/8ply thin shells with 6mm Sound Focusing Rings, bringing out the inherent richness and warmth of Mahogany with superb clarity. This combination of unique aesthetics and high-quality sound makes this drum kit a highlight of Limited Edition models.
[Kit Configuration]
Model No.: TH52CZSS
22″x18″ Bass Drum
10″x8″ Tom Tom
12″x9″ Tom Tom
14″x14″ Floor Tom
16″x16″ Floor Tom
[Add-on Snare Drum] – THS1465S 14″x6.5″
[Finish] – Caramel Tineo Burst (CTB)
Shells – 6mm, 8ply African mahogany shell with Tineo outer ply
with Sound Focus Ring (6mm, 8ply African Mahogany with Tineo inner ply)
Super Resonant Mounting System
Matching 14″x6.5” snare drum sold separately.
More information: HERE
