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Yamaha is one of the world's most respected and comprehensive musical instrument manufacturers, founded in Japan in 1887. Their drum division produces some of the finest acoustic and electronic drums available — from the legendary Recording Custom series, trusted by professional studio and touring drummers for decades, to the DTX electronic drum range and an extensive hardware line that sets the standard for quality and reliability. Yamaha's engineering precision and commitment to tonal excellence are evident across every product in their range.

At Into Music we stock a comprehensive Yamaha range covering acoustic drum kits, Recording Custom snare drums, DTX electronic pads, hardware stands, thrones and headphones.

Yamaha Acoustic Drum Kits

  • Live Oak Custom 22" — Yamaha's premium Live Custom series featuring an oak shell construction that delivers a warm, powerful tone with exceptional projection and a distinctive natural character
  • Absolute Birch Custom — the Absolute series represents Yamaha's professional birch kit, delivering the bright, focused tone and outstanding projection that birch shells are renowned for

Yamaha Snare Drums

Recording Custom Birch — one of the most iconic snare drums in recording history, available in:

Other Snare Drums:

Yamaha DTX Electronic Pads & Triggers

Drum Pads: XP100T, XP70, TP120SD Snare, TP100 Tom

Kick Pads: KP100, KP90, KU100 Foot Pedal Trigger

Electronic Cymbal Pads: PCY175 3-Zone, PCY155A, PCY135, PCY100, RHH135 Hi-Hat, 10" Cymbal Pad & Attachment

Module: DTXtreme 3 Drum Module Brain

Yamaha Hardware — Stands & Cymbal

CS665A Double Braced Boom Cymbal Stand, CH755 and CH750 Boom Cymbal Arm Holders, Crosstown HHS3 Lightweight Hi-Hat Stand, HS1200 Hi-Hat Stand, SS662 Snare Stand, LC930A and LC810A Hi-Hat Clutches

Yamaha Hardware — Tom Holders & Rack

TH945B Tom Holder, TH904A Triple Tom Holder, CL940BBP Tom Arm Holder, Hex Drum Rack Mount Frame

Yamaha Hardware — Pedals, Packs & Thrones

FP7210 Single Chain Bass Drum Pedal, HW880 Hardware Stand & Pedal Pack, HW680W Double Braced Hardware Pack, Crosstown Hardware Bag, DK25 Drum Key

Thrones: DS840 Threaded, DS750 Round, DS550U

Yamaha Headphones

HPH-MT5 Studio Monitor Headphones, HPH-100 and HPH-50 — ideal for electronic drumming, practice and studio monitoring.

Not sure which Yamaha is right for you? Visit us in our Horncastle showroom or call us on 01507 526517 for expert advice, or order online with UK next day delivery available.

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About Yamaha Drums

Yamaha was founded in Hamamatsu, Japan in 1887 by Torakusu Yamaha, initially as a manufacturer of reed organs and pianos. The company expanded into drums and percussion in the 1960s, and has since become one of the world's most respected drum manufacturers — producing acoustic kits, electronic drums and hardware that are trusted by professional drummers in recording studios, concert halls and touring rigs worldwide.

The Recording Custom series is perhaps Yamaha's most celebrated contribution to drumming. Introduced in the 1970s, the Recording Custom birch shell kit became the standard reference drum kit in professional recording studios worldwide — its bright, focused birch tone, exceptional tuning stability and consistent quality made it the choice of engineers and producers who needed drums that would sound great on record without extensive processing. The Recording Custom snare drum in particular has become one of the most iconic snare drums in recording history, used on countless hit records across every genre.

Yamaha's Air Seal System (A.S.S.) shell construction is a proprietary manufacturing process that seals the interior of the shell to prevent air from escaping through the wood grain, enhancing the resonance and sustain of the drum. This technology, combined with Yamaha's precision bearing edge cutting, produces drums with exceptional tonal consistency and sensitivity.

The DTX electronic drum range reflects Yamaha's engineering expertise applied to electronic percussion — producing pads, cymbals and modules that deliver a playing experience closer to acoustic drumming than most electronic alternatives. The multi-zone cymbal pads in particular offer a level of expressiveness and realism that makes them a popular choice for drummers who need electronic drums for practice or performance.

At Into Music Store, we stock one of the most comprehensive Yamaha drum ranges available from a UK drum store. Visit our showroom in Horncastle, Lincolnshire, to try Yamaha drums and hardware in person, or shop online with free UK shipping on orders over £175.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Yamaha Recording Custom is one of the most iconic snare drums in recording history. Introduced in the 1970s, its bright, focused birch shell tone, exceptional tuning stability and consistent quality made it the standard reference snare drum in professional recording studios worldwide. It has been used on countless hit records across every genre and remains one of the most sought-after snare drums for studio and live use.
Yamaha's Air Seal System (A.S.S.) is a proprietary shell construction process that seals the interior of the drum shell to prevent air from escaping through the wood grain. This enhances the resonance and sustain of the drum, producing a more open, responsive sound with greater sensitivity. The Air Seal System is used across several Yamaha snare drum models including the Live Custom Hybrid Oak and dedicated Air Seal System birch snare.
Yamaha's DTX pad range covers different sizes and specifications. The XP100T is a larger, higher-specification tom pad with improved feel and response. The XP70 is a standard tom pad. The TP120SD is a dedicated snare pad with enhanced snare response. The PCY cymbal pads range from the PCY100 (single zone) through to the PCY175 (3-zone), with more zones providing greater expressiveness and the ability to trigger different sounds from different playing positions.
Yes — you can visit Into Music Store in Horncastle, Lincolnshire to try Yamaha drums, electronic pads and hardware in person and get expert advice from our team. We're one of the UK's leading Yamaha drum stockists with a full physical showroom and one of the most comprehensive Yamaha ranges available. We also offer free UK shipping on orders over £175 and next day delivery options.