TAMA

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The TAMA Imperialstar drum series is known as an industry standard for beginning drummers who want a high-quality drum set experience at an excellent value, and this 6-piece model goes the extra mile to deliver on that promise. By adding an additional floor tom to the popular 5-piece Imperialstar model, this kit gives players another option on the low end for more complex, thundering fills. The double floor tom setup is most famous as a go-to layout for hard rock and metal drummers, but the 14" size of the extra floor tom can prove just as useful for agile jazz and blues styles. This model also incorporates a 22" bass drum size, giving drummers even more punch under cymbal crashes and downbeats.

High-end Features at an Entry-level Price

Sound and durability go hand-in-hand, and Imperialstar delivers on both accounts by incorporating features from TAMA's higher-end Superstar and Starclassic lines. 100% poplar 6-ply, 8 mm shells achieve full, deep sounds using TAMA’s precision bearing edges for efficient sound transfer from drum head to shell. The wrap finishes are fully adhered to the poplar using a gluing process (not double-sided tape) to produce a strong bond that allows the wood and wrap to fully resonate as one. Ultra low-mass lugs further enable toms and floor toms to reach their full, rich tones. 

Good cymbals are essential to the acoustic drum set experience, so TAMA has collaborated with MEINL to include their name-brand HCS cymbals in this complete kit. The 14" hi-hats, 16" crash and 20" ride produce clean sonic separation and are highly durable to allow full dynamic exploration.

Rugged Hardware You Can Depend on

TAMA has a glowing reputation for making the highest-grade hardware in the industry. Imperialstar drum sets offer a super sturdy and highly adjustable ball/socket 10.5 mm double tom holder with memory locks, a height-adjustable padded throne and double-braced, three-tiered cymbal stands that combine stability with full height adjustment and positioning. Bass drum pedal and hi-hat stand are critical to any drummer’s performance expression, therefore TAMA includes a bass drum pedal that has an underside rock plate for stability, along with independent tension and beater-angle adjustments to allow drummers to find their desired bass drum feel. The double-braced hi-hat stand assures stability and includes secure-grip clutch for prolonged and secure performance, along with seat-cup angle adjustment for customized cymbal feel.

Customize Your Kit

In addition to this 6-piece, 22" bass drum Imperialstar model with MEINL cymbals, TAMA also offers multiple 5-piece configurations and bass drums sizes to fit your exact needs. Add-on drums are also available (sold separately).

This model comes in a variety of wrap finishes including Candy Apple Mist, Hairline Black, Vintage White Sparkle, Black Oak Wrap, Burgundy Walnut Wrap and Hairline Light Blue.
Open Box TAMA Imperialstar 6-Piece Complete Drum Set With MEINL HCS Cymbals and 22" Bass Drum Level 1 Hairline Black
Open Box TAMA Imperialstar 6-Piece Complete Drum Set With MEINL HCS Cymbals and 22" Bass Drum Level 1 Hairline Black

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  • Complete 6-piece drum set with snare, bass, 2 rack toms and 2 floor toms
  • 6-ply 8 mm poplar shells with wrap finish
  • Meinl HCS hi-hat, crash and ride cymbals
  • Sturdy TAMA hardware including boom and straight cymbal stands
  • Adjustable drum throne

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Configuration
  • Bass drum(s): 22x16"
  • Tom(s): 10x7", 12x8"
  • Floor tom(s): 14x13", 16x15"
  • Snare: 14x5"
  • Total pieces: 6
Extras
  • Cymbals: Yes
  • Total cymbals: 3
  • Hardware: Yes
  • Bass pedal: Yes
  • Hi-hat stand: Yes
  • Boom stand: Yes
  • Straight stand: Yes
  • Throne: Yes
  • Hardware pieces: 6
Shells
  • Shell material: Poplar
  • Construction: 6-Ply
  • Thickness (mm): 8
  • Bearing edge: 45°
Drum Hardware
  • Material: Steel
  • Mounts: Traditional
  • Hoops: Triple-flange
  • Lugs: Low-mass
Other
  • Heads: Factory
  • Finish type: Wrap

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  • A fair buy for the money

    4

    submitted3 years ago

    byJohnny

    fromMukilteo WA

    I love the fact the it was easy to assemble and looks great. i was a little disappointed in the sound quality of the skins and cymbals. I now have to but better skins and cymbals to get the rich sound tone I was hoping for. Overall is is a good buy for the money

  • 6 piece

    5

    submitted4 years ago

    byNavajo

    fromusa

    The cymbals that comes with it sounds like trash can lids the ride is ok . I got zildjians to go with it now they sound great the drums sound great. Some new skins and zildjians Great drum kit.

  • Imperialistic 6 piece

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    byNavajo

    fromUSA

    This is a great drum set for the money. Built great sounds great. But need better skins but they will work for now. Cymbals sound great. You won't go wrong with this drum kit.

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • asked bygray

    fromEvans,GA

    how much space do you need

    how much space do you need

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Give yourself about 20 sq. feet.
  • asked byJOHNNy

    fromMukilteo WA

    The cymbals don't sound great so what cymbals would you recommend for the best sound?

    The cymbals don't sound great so what cymbals would you recommend for the best sound?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    This needs a little bit of discussion. Please give us a call 855 770 3373
  • asked byaustin

    fromLittle Rock, Arkansas

    how long is the wait with the current backorder?

    how long is the wait with the current backorder?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Please give us a call for product availability 855-770-3373
  • asked byTrinity

    fromBreckenridge Texas

    Does this come with also a snare stand

    Does this come with also a snare stand

    Open Reply - Beau
    Yes it does.
  • asked byaustin

    fromLittle Rock, Arkansas

    so this set does have cymbals, and stands for everything?

    so this set does have cymbals, and stands for everything?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    Yes it does. It has the full list of everything included in the details.
  • asked byOki

    fromAllentown PA

    Does this come with a seat?

    Does this come with a seat?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Yes