The Ludwig Classic Maple Drum Kit Shell Pack in Silver Sparkle is a three-piece shell pack from Ludwig's Classic Maple series, built around 7-ply, 6mm North American maple shells with chrome hardware. It's available here in two configurations: Downbeat sizes of 20" x 14" bass drum, 14" x 14" floor tom and 12" x 8" tom tom, or FAB sizes of 22" x 14" bass drum, 16" x 16" floor tom and 13" x 9" tom tom. Handmade in Monroe, NC, USA, it's a kit for drummers who want a genuine American-made maple sound with the sensitivity and attack to cover a wide range of styles and genres.
The shells do most of the talking. Cross-laminated 7-ply maple at 6mm keeps the shell strong without going thick and dead, so you get a responsive drum that speaks quickly at low volume and still opens up when you dig in. The dual 45-degree bearing edges sharpen the attack and help the heads seat cleanly, which in practice means faster tuning and a more predictable pitch once you've found the note you want. Mini-classic lugs put less mass on the shell and let it ring, cast brass badges and chrome hoops handle the day-to-day knocks, Elite bass drum spurs keep the kick planted on stage, and ATLAS tom mounts isolate the toms from the mounting hardware so the resonance isn't choked off.
Choosing Between Downbeat and FAB
The Downbeat configuration with its 20" kick and 12"/14" toms is the more compact, focused option, easier to carry and quick to control in tighter rooms. The FAB configuration steps up to a 22" kick with 13"/16" toms for more depth and low end, and a wider spread between the toms. Both use the same shells, hardware and Silver Sparkle finish, so the choice is purely about the size and voice you want.
Key Features
- 7-ply, 6mm cross-laminated North American maple shells for strength with a versatile, sensitive tone
- Dual 45-degree bearing edges for sharp attack and easier, more stable tuning
- Mini-classic lugs that reduce shell contact and let the drums resonate freely
- ATLAS tom mounts to isolate the toms and preserve sustain
- Elite bass drum spurs to keep the kick steady on stage
- Durable chrome hardware, chrome hoops and cast brass badges
- Two size options: Downbeat (20-14-12) or FAB (22-16-13)
- Handmade in Monroe, NC, USA
Specifications
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Brand: Ludwig
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Series: Classic Maple
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Product Type: Drum kit shell pack
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Configuration: 3-piece shell pack
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Sizes (Downbeat): 20" x 14" bass drum, 14" x 14" floor tom, 12" x 8" tom tom
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Sizes (FAB): 22" x 14" bass drum, 16" x 16" floor tom, 13" x 9" tom tom
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Shell Construction: 7-ply, 6mm North American maple
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Bearing Edge: Dual 45 degree
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Lugs: Mini-classic lugs
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Spurs: Elite spurs
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Tom Mounts: ATLAS
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Badges: Cast brass
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Hardware: Chrome
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Finish: Silver Sparkle
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Made In: Monroe, NC, USA
What's Included
You receive the three shells in your chosen configuration: bass drum, floor tom and tom tom, in Silver Sparkle with chrome hardware.
Please note: Cymbals, snare and hardware are not included.
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