Ddrum Product Catalog 2012/13, Version
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introducing ddrum’s new features We’re all looking for ‘it’... ...the drum set that gives us the feeling we want, every time we sit behind it. ...the right mix of wood for our toms and bass drums, giving us punch and punctuation making every performance memorable. ...the right woods or metals, allowing each ™ snare to speak in an undeniably unique voice Faceoff lugs - at practice, onstage, and in the studio. These solid brass lugs are industrial strength, and hold their tuning precisely - whether under the ghost notes of Marko Djordjevic, or the As ddrum grows and spreads its bombast of Vinny Appice. The face of the lug holds a contrasting or focus, worlds of possibility open... matching finish to set off the beauty of each drum in the set - or each snare drum on its own. ...allowing new directions in sonic versatility, gratifying tactile response, and stunning visual beauty. Our vision is not only of great new products, but a wider, richer range of tones, styles, and personalities. Never in our 30-year history have we at ddrum been more excited about the direction, diversity or quality of our products. We are thrilled to have you - the player, and member of our ddrum family - along for the ride. Welcome to your new drum set. ™ Welcome to ddrum. Fixtpitch suspension mounts The Fixtpitch™ mount is as functional as it is beautiful. This simple but elegant design allows the mount to be connected to the outside of the Faceoff ™ lug, not directly to the shell. Fixtpitch™ holds the drum securely, avoiding pitch bend, or interference with projection and tone. 2012/13 PRODUCT CATALOG 2 for 2012/13 new features(Available in Paladin & R e fl e x series. Paladin Walnut kit shown.) table of contents 4 ) paladin series 6 ) dios series Vintageblend™ shells 8 ) r e fl e x series r e fl e x uptown Vintageblend™ is not only the blending of woods, but the choice of shell thickness and 45 degree bearing edges, for optimal resonance and tone. 9 ) r e fl e x rsl · Refl ex series: ddrum’s use of alder is a groundbreaking tone choice, r e fl e x rsl powerhouse and a drum industry fi rst. Bass guitar bodies have been made from alder wood since the early 1950’s, harnessing a deep, rich tone that... thanks to 10 ) r e fl e x tour ddrum... can now be experienced in a drum set. r e fl e x custom · Paladin Maple & Paladin Walnut tom shells: 4-ply 100% Maple or Walnut 11 ) r e fl e x bombardier shells add richness to these sets. The Maple still has excellent projection r e fl e x standard and brightness, without a harsh end to the note - while the Walnut’s dark voice is enhanced by the thin walls of the most resonant shell in our line. 12 ) journeyman series · Paladin Maple & Paladin Walnut bass & snare shells: married with 13 ) d1 poplar for a round tone, with added warmth. d2 14 ) snare drums 17 ) ddrum artists 18 ) electronics 20 ) hardware 22 ) deccabons thrones bass drum Resolifts™ 23 ) ddrum 2013 These four rubber boots lift all bass drums in the R e fl e x and Paladin series off of the fl oor, allowing for maximum low end. 45 degree bearing edges The decision to return to a 45º edge was simple - get the heads to respond to each other, allowing for the widest tuning range. Whether used in conjunction with the darkness of walnut, the warmth of alder, or the brightness of maple, the 45º is the Rosetta Stone of bearing edges. 3 2012/13 PRODUCT CATALOG “The Paladin kit is what I’ve “The Paladin’s kick is deep, with a always wanted! The four ply, great attack. The toms have a beautiful, all walnut shells give it a warm, pure sound with a wide tonal range. The rich sound with lots of sustain; drums also look beautiful... they’re a joy it responds beautifully when to play! My friends tell me that I sound tuned very low, extremely high, better since I started playing ddrum. or anywhere in between; it feels comfortable and easy to play! Someone told me I look like I’m having more fun playing ddrum. When given the These traits make it a very choice between hearing my high school versatile and viable instrument poetry or playing my ddrum kit, people of the highest possible quality!” always choose ddrum... I don’t know why.” Marko Djordjevic SVETI, renowned clinician, professor D.J. Bonebrake at Berklee College of Music X, The Knitters, Devils Brigade series available in: 14x18 speakeasy 20x22 player 18 x22 player plus 8x12 7x10 7x10 8x12 8x12 5x14 14x14 6.5x14 14 x14 5x14 14 x16 14 x16 · Fixtpitch™ suspension mounts for optimal presence · 45 degree bearing edges: both heads speak openly, purely · 2.3mm steel hoops grant exceptionally wide tuning range · Resonant Vintageblend ™ bass drums with Resolifts™ 2012/13 PRODUCT CATALOG 4 D.J. Bonebrake Marko Djordjevic DRUM KITS The classic, bright voice of maple is enhanced with 4-ply tom shells and 8-ply Vintageblend bass and snare drum. Paladin’s maple/poplar Vintageblend bass drum is deep, punchy, and fi tted with ddrum’s patented Resolifts... allowing unimpeded resonance. Available in Natural Maple, Piano Black, Satin Zombie Green & Inca Gold Sparkle. Shown in player plus confi guration. drum shell plies finish hoop bearing edge hardware tone snare maple eight lacquer 2.3mm steel 45 degree chrome Faceoff lug & box throwoff bright; excellent projection toms maple six lacquer 2.3mm steel 45 degree chrome Faceoff lug & Fixtpitch suspension mounts mid to high; excellent projection bass drum maple eight lacquer maple 45 degree chrome Faceoff lug & bass drum Resolifts resonant with enhanced low end The dark tone of walnut is a delight to record. Paladin Walnut’s 4-ply tom shells resonate without losing focus. The walnut/poplar Vintageblend bass drum has low end for days! Available in Night Burst Gloss, Natural Walnut & Ember Red. Shown in speakeasy confi guration. drum shell plies finish hoop bearing edge hardware tone snare walnut/poplar eight lacquer 2.3mm steel 45 degree black chrome Faceoff lug & box throwoff round, warm, medium projection toms walnut six lacquer 2.3mm steel 45 degree black chrome Faceoff lug & Fixtpitch suspension mounts dark, warm, maximum resonance bass drum walnut/poplar eight lacquer walnut 45 degree black chrome Faceoff lug & bass drum Resolifts darkly resonant; enhanced lows 5 2012/13 PRODUCT CATALOG “I’ve never received more compliments on “My Dios ddrum kit has the classic the sound of my drums, or on the finish, maple sound that I’ve always loved. as I have since I’ve been playing my Dios Great mixture of power, tone and Ash kit. My best description of it is warmth... I love them.” huge-sounding, gorgeous-looking drums.” Carmine Appice Pepe Clarke Magaña dios series Vanilla Fudge, Rod Stewart Kyng available in: 20x22 dios player 20x20 pocket 7x10 8x12 8x12 5x14 14 x16 7x13 13 x14 · 100% North American Maple or Ash shells 14 x16 · 30 degree bearing edges for warm, round tone · low-mass steel bullet tube lugs · 2.3mm steel hoops for wide tuning range · matching wood hoops available (while supplies last) 2012/13 PRODUCT CATALOG 6 Sean Fuller Christian Coma Pepe Clarke Magaña DRUM KITS dios ash These powerful 100% ash kits have been ddrum’s fl agship for years, clearing the way for the next generation... and are only available for a limited time. The warmth of ash, aided by the 30 degree bearing edges and the power of the 20” deep bass drums, make Dios Ash a modern classic. Order from two confi gurations, or build your dream kit with component drums. Hear why Dios is a name known for power, projection, and tone. Available in Black Burst, Cherry Red, & Red Burst. Shown in player confi guration. drum shell plies finish hoop bearing edge hardware tone snare ash eight transparent, sparkle, and solid lacquer 2.3mm steel 30 degree chrome dry; enhanced cut and projection toms ash six transparent, sparkle, and solid lacquer 2.3mm steel 30 degree chrome dry; enhanced depth bass drum ash eight transparent, sparkle, and solid lacquer 2.3mm steel 30 degree chrome dry; enhanced attack dios maple The brightness of maple, aided by the 30 degree bearing edges and the power of the 20” deep bass drums, make Dios Maple a modern classic. Order from two confi gurations, or build your dream kit with component drums. Hear why Dios is a name known for power, projection, and tone. These powerful 100% maple kits are only available for a limited time. Available in Trans Black, Pearl White, Natural Maple, Cherry Red Sparkle, Olive Sparkle, Yellow To Gold Fade, & Green To Black Fade. Shown in player confi guration. drum shell plies finish hoop bearing edge hardware tone snare maple eight transparent, sparkle, and solid lacquer 2.3mm steel 30 degree chrome bright; great projection toms maple six transparent, sparkle, and solid lacquer 2.3mm steel 30 degree chrome bright; great projection bass drum maple eight transparent, sparkle, and solid lacquer 2.3mm steel 30 degree chrome excellent punch; great projection 7 2012/13 PRODUCT CATALOG series Derrick Wright Niki Skistimas Jeremy Spencer · alder shells for enhanced low end & depth - a drum industry first! “Reflex is the most “My kit delivers quality resonant drum set performance day after day on · 45 degree bearing edges for optimal head vibration & projection I’ve ever played.” the road, & kills it in the studio!” ™ · Fixtpitch suspension tom mounts for maximum clarity without pitch bend ™ Derrick Wright Niki Skistimas · bass drum Resolifts for massive low end & resonance Adele KrashKarma Six plies of warm, highly fi gured Red Alder make Refl ex Uptown’s shells project, but with a low and authoritative voice.