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GRETSCH DRUMS2013 NEW PRODUCT GUIDE

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BUILDING THE GREAT AMERICAN DRUM SET FOR 130 YEARS.Since 1883, Gretsch has proudly been making drums in the USA. For many, owning an American-made Gretsch drum set is a dream come true—a hard-earned return on the investment a drummer makes to become the best player they can be.

The original Gretsch factories were located in Brooklyn, New York. It was there that a design formula was developed that would result in what drummers all over the world would come to recognize as “That Great Gretsch Sound.™”

Today, Ridgeland, South Carolina is the home of Gretsch Drums and the craftsmen there are still using the same techniques and formulas to build the highly coveted Gretsch USA Custom Drums and Gretsch Brooklyn Series Drums.

GRETSCH 130TH ANNIvERSARY DRUM SETS AND SNARE DRUMS Gretsch Drums is proudly celebrating its 130th Anniversary with a series of Limited Edition American-made drum sets and snare drums. These drums will be released throughout the year and each will include a specially designed 130th Anniversary interior shell label and a hand-signed Certificate of Authenticity. The labels and certificates will be numbered to indicate the production sequence of each drum.

THE ROUND BADGE RETURNS TO GRETSCH USA CUSTOM DRUMSIn January of 2013, Gretsch will reintroduce its classic round, brass vent-hole badge on all USA Custom drums including G-4000 Series Metal and G-5000 Series Wood Snare Drums. The newly designed Gretsch Round Badge recalls many of the same characteristics of the original Gretsch Round Badge. Both are made from brass, and share the same graphic elements. To enhance the new Round Badge a simulated “patina” is applied —giving it a textured, rustic appearance. The new badge will be fastened to each drum at its vent hole using a pneumatically pressed brass grommet.

If you’ve been waiting for a reason to get that new Gretsch kit, consider 2013 your best opportunity to finally experience “That Great Gretsch Sound.™”

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130TH ANNIvERSARY USA CUSTOM LIMITED SATIN BIRDSEYE MAPLEThe only proper way for Gretsch to commemorate a such special anniversary is with a very special drum set. This classic five-piece USA Custom Drum Set features a breathtaking Birdseye Maple veneer. The wood was carefully hand selected for its unique figuring and its grain and color consistency. Only 30 sets will be produced world-wide.

The shells are hand sanded and are finished with a clear, non-tinted Nitrocellulose Satin lacquer to preserve the wood’s natural beauty. The shells interiors are finished with Gretsch’s time-honored Silver Sealer and include numbered 130th Anniversary commemorative shell labels. The set also includes matching Birdseye Maple bass drum hoops and Gretsch Permatone drum heads by Remo® with 130th Anniversary logos. All drums are fully made to USA Custom specifications in Ridgeland, South Carolina.

Model Number: 130-E605-BSM 16" x 20" Bass Drum, 7" x 10" and 8" x 12" Mounted Toms, 14" x 14" Floor Tom, 5" x 14" 8-lug Snare Drum

SHELL: 6-ply Gretsch® Maple Formula Shell with 30° bearing edges and Silver Sealer interior

HOOPS: Die-cast chrome

HEADS: Gretsch Permatone by Remo® with 130th Anniversary Logos, Fiberskyn® resonant bass drum head

HARDWARE: G4945 Bass Drum Mount and GTH-DLC Double Tom Arm

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130TH ANNIvERSARY USA CUSTOM LIMITED SILvER SATIN FLAMEGlobally limited to only 35 sets, this USA Custom 130th Anniversary kit features a spectacular Silver Satin Flame Nitron. Silver Satin Flame is a classic finish used by Gretsch during the late 1960s. The kit comes with numbered and serialized 130th Anniversary interior shell labels and Certificate of Authenticity. All drums are precision made to Gretsch USA Custom specifications.

Model Number: 130-J484-SSF 14" x 18" Bass Drum, 8" x 12" Mounted Tom, 14" x 14" Floor Tom, 5" x 14" 8-lug Snare Drum

SHELL: 6-ply Gretsch® Maple Formula Shell with 30° bearing edges and Silver Sealer interior

HOOPS: Die-cast chrome

HEADS: Gretsch Permatone by Remo® with 130th Anniversary Logos, Fiberskyn® resonant bass drum head

HARDWARE: G4945 Bass Drum Mount and GTH-SLC Single Tom Arm

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130TH ANNIvERSARY USA CUSTOM LIMITED SATIN vINTAGE CHERRY BURSTThe Gretsch Factory in Ridgeland, South Carolina, USA developed one of the most stunning finishes ever to celebrate the company’s 130th Anniversary. Vintage Cherry Burst is a Nitrocellulose Satin Lacquer that is warm and captivating and, with only 30 sets being produced for worldwide distribution, this six-piece kit is sure to become an immediate collectable.

Like all of Gretsch’s 130th Anniversary Sets it comes with a hand- signed and serialized Certificate of Authenticity and commemorative numbered interior shell labels.

Model Number: 130-E826-VCB 18" x 22" Bass Drum, 7" x 10" and 8" x 12" Mounted Toms, 12" x 14" and 14" x 16" Floor Toms, 6" x 14" 10-lug Snare Drum

SHELL: 6-ply Gretsch Maple Formula Shell with 30° bearing edges and Silver Sealer interior

HOOPS: Die-cast chrome

HEADS: Gretsch Permatone by Remo® with 130th Anniversary Logos, Fiberskyn® resonant bass drum head

HARDWARE: G4945 Bass Drum Mount and GTH-DLC Double Tom Arm

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130TH ANNIvERSARY USA CUSTOM LIMITED GOLD SATIN FLAMEFor those looking to go completely retro, this limited edition four-piece set has all of the classic styling to suit your taste. Built in traditional sizes, this USA Custom Anniversary kit features a Gold Satin Flame Nitron finish and truly quintessential hardware appointments.

Shell interiors are finished with Gretsch® Silver Sealer and carry a numbered commemorative shell label. Only 35 of these incredible drum sets will be manufactured and each comes with its own Certificate of Authenticity.

Model Number: 130-J484V-GSF 14" x 18" Bass Drum, 8" x 12" Mounted Tom, 14" x 14" Floor Tom, 5" x 14" 8-lug Snare Drum

SHELL: 6-ply Gretsch Maple Formula Shell with 30° bearing edges and Silver Sealer interior

HOOPS: Die-cast chrome

HEADS: Gretsch Permatone by Remo® with 130th Anniversary Logos, Fiberskyn® resonant bass drum head

HARDWARE: Chrome with special appointments – Vintage Rail Mount Consolette, T-Rods, Vintage Spurs, Classic Bass Drum Claws, Vintage Diamond-Plate bracket on Floor Tom, Batter Mufflers on Bass Drum and Snare, Batter and Resonant Mufflers on Tom and Floor Tom, Snap-In snare drum key holder

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130TH ANNIvERSARY BROOkLYN SERIES LIMITED PEWTER SPARkLE The USA Factory has also created a celebratory limited edition of the Gretsch® Brooklyn Series. This incredible four-piece set is finished in a stunning Pewter Sparkle Nitron. This beautiful finish must be seen to be believed. The silver-gray Nitron flakes reflect ambient light in a fashion that produces subtle yet striking colors, ranging from a shimmering silver to a gleaming lavender.

The four-piece configuration is a “player’s” kit that drives strong grooves in a variety of musical styles. Each set comes with 130th Anniversary internal shell labels and signed Certificate of Authenticity.

Model Number: 130GB-E824-PS 18" x 22" Bass Drum, 8" x 12" Mounted Tom, 14" x 16" Floor Tom, 5½" x 14" 10-lug Snare Drum

SHELL: 6-ply Gretsch® American Maple/American Poplar Formula Shell with 30° bearing edges and Silver Sealer interior

HOOPS: Gretsch “302” 3.0mm, double-flanged hoops

HEADS: Gretsch Permatone by Remo® with 130th Anniversary Logos

HARDWARE: Gretsch Tom Clamp

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GRETSCH® BROOkLYN SERIES NEW CONFIGURATIONS FOR 2013Gretsch Drums is introducing six new configurations to its popular USA-made Brooklyn Series. Each new configuration takes on a character of its own—from the vintage and traditional to the more modern and contemporary.

These new configurations are available in Brooklyn’s stunning Nitron wrap finishes and luxurious Satin Nitrocellulose Lacquer finishes.

GB-E603 (no snare) GB-E604 (snare included)

16 x 20 Bass Drum

5½ x 14Snare

8 x 12 Tom

12 x 14Floor Tom

GB-J483 (no snare) GB-J484 (snare included)

Includes tom mount and holder.

14 x 18 Bass Drum

8 x 12Tom

14 x 14Floor Tom

5 x 14Snare

GB-E823 (no snare) GB-E824 (snare included)

18 x 22 Bass Drum

16 x 16Floor Tom

8 x 12 Tom

6½ x 14Snare

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130TH ANNIvERSARY SATIN BIRDSEYE MAPLE 6½" x 14" SNARE DRUM◊ 6-ply Gretsch maple shell with

exterior Birdseye Maple veneer◊ Satin Nitrocellulose lacquer finish◊ 30° bearing edges◊ Gretsch Silver Sealer ◊ Numbered 130th Anniversary

Label on shell interior◊ Lightning throw-off and butt plate◊ Batter side muffler◊ 16 lugs, chrome hardware◊ 42-strand snares◊ Made in the Gretsch USA Factory,

Ridgeland, SC◊ Production limited to 30 drums

worldwide

MODEL NUMBER: 130-65146S-SN

130TH ANNIvERSARY FLAT BLACk SOLID ALUMINUM 7" x 14" SNARE DRUM◊ Solid aluminum shell ◊ Flat black powder coated finish ◊ 45° bearing edges◊ Numbered 130th Anniversary

Label on shell interior◊ Lightning throw-off and butt plate◊ Remo® Black Suede Ambassador®

batter head◊ 20 lugs, black hardware◊ 42-strand snares◊ Made in the Gretsch USA Factory,

Ridgeland, SC

MODEL NUMBER: 130-7142S-SBB

130TH ANNIvERSARY LIMITED EDITION SNARE DRUMS Gretsch® has released three special limited edition snare drums to celebrate the company’s 130th Anniversary. The interior of each shell carries a commemorative label with the drum’s hand-written individual production number. These drums will only be offered in 2013.

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130TH ANNIvERSARY SATIN CLARO WALNUT 6½" x 14" SNARE DRUM◊ Solid Claro Walnut shell with Claro

Walnut reinforcement rings ◊ Satin Nitrocellulose lacquer finish◊ 30° bearing edges◊ Numbered 130th Anniversary

Label on shell interior◊ Lightning throw-off and butt plate◊ 10 lugs, chrome hardware◊ 20-strand snares◊ Made in the Gretsch USA Factory,

Ridgeland, SC

MODEL NUMBER: 130-65141S-CW

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NEW CLASSIC SILvER METALLICGretsch® has introduced a brilliant new wrap finish into its professional-level New Classic Series. Silver Metallic is a stunning combination of silver glass flakes and shimmering sparkle flakes. The result is a captivating, multi-dimensional appearance that glistens when hit with stage light. Silver Metallic is available on three New Classic configurations. Add-on drums are also available.

Four-Piece Shell Pack Model Number: NC1-E824-SM 18" x 22" Bass Drum, 8" x 10" and 9" x 12" Toms, 14" x 14" Floor Tom

Four-Piece Shell Pack Model Number: NC1-F604-SM 16" x 20" Bass Drum, 8" x 10" and 9" x 12" Toms, 14" x 14" Floor Tom

Three-Piece Shell Pack Model Number: NC1-S483-SM 14" x 18" Bass Drum, 8" x 12" Mounted Tom, 14" x 14" Floor Tom

SHELL: Proportionate Gretsch Formula Maple with 30° bearing edges and Silver Sealer interior

HOOPS: Die Cast Chrome

HEADS: Toms have Remo® Clear Emperor® batter heads and Remo® Clear Ambassador® resonant heads; Bass Drum has Remo® Clear Powerstroke3® batter head and a coated white resonant head

HARDWARE: Tom arms and clamps included

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CATALINA MAPLE SATIN WALNUT FADEGretsch® introduces a beautiful new Satin Walnut Fade finish to the popular Catalina Maple series. The Catalina Maple Series’ carefully developed shell specification produces tones that explode with attack and volume and project a balanced amount of warm, low-end frequencies.

Five-Piece Shell Pack Model Number: CMT-E825P-SWF 18" x 22" Bass Drum, 8" x 10" and 9" x 12" Mounted Toms, 16" x 16" Floor Tom, 6" x 14" 10-lug Snare Drum, plus FREE 7" x 8" Tom

Six-Piece Shell Pack Model Number: CMT-E826P-SWF 18" x 22" Bass Drum, 8" x 10" and 9" x 12" Mounted Toms, 14" x 14" and 16" x 16" Floor Toms, 6" x 14" 10-lug Snare Drum, plus FREE 7" x 8" Tom

SHELL: 7-ply Maple with 30° bearing edges and natural interior

HOOPS: 2.3mm triple-flanged chrome

HEADS: Gretsch by Evans®; coated batter heads with clear resonant heads. Bass drum batter and resonant heads have muffle ring.

HARDWARE: GS-4945 Bass Drum Mount and GBTH-DL Double Tom Arm; Tom Arm/Clamp

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ALL-NEW CATALINA CLUB STREET kIT If you’re like most gigging players, you frequently find yourself on the move and in need a versatile, great sounding drum set that can move conveniently with you. Gretsch® presents the revolutionary Catalina Club Street Kit.

But this is no ordinary gigging set-up. Its compact-sized toms and snare drum feature mahogany shells that offer reliable tone and full projection. But what makes the Street Kit unique is its revolutionary “adjustable-depth” bass drum that can be expanded an additional two-and-one-half inches in depth, from a 12" x 16" to a 14½" x 16".

When the bass drum is “opened up” the drum delivers a robust feel with a focused punch, impressive depth and controlled overtones. For a more traditional “jazzy” sound with those familiar satisfying overtones, simply close the depth of the drum using the three adjustment rods. The rods are notched for quick and precise adjustments, making the Street Kit the perfect solution for the player whose gigs vary from one style to another.

Even though the Street Kit packs a lot of punch, it was designed with portability in mind. Its compact sizes fit easily into two bags (sold separately). The bass drum is equipped with a built-in cymbal arm which eliminates the need for a cymbal stand. Even with a hardware bag and cymbal bag, with the Catalina Club Street Kit, you can actually make it out of the car and into the club in just one trip.

The Catalina Club Street Kit is available in two stunning, yet durable wrapped finishes, Silver Sparkle Wrap (TSS) and Red Sparkle Wrap (TRS).

Model Number: CC-S264X 12" x 16" Bass Drum (expandable to 14½" x 16"), 6" x 10" Mounted Tom, 11" x 13" Floor Tom, 5" x 13" Snare Drum

SHELL: Mahogany with 30° bearing edges and natural interior

HOOPS: Chrome 1.6mm triple flanged

HEADS: Gretsch by Remo®, coated batter heads with clear resonant heads; Bass Drum batter and resonant heads have muffling ring

HARDWARE: GS-4945 Bass Drum Mount, GBTH-SL Single Tom Arm, GVBDCH127 Cymbal Arm with GS-9025 Bracket mounted on the bass drum, Bass Drum Lift

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CATALINA CLUB ROCk 24-INCH The centerpiece of the new Gretsch® Catalina Club Rock drum set is a classic thunderous 14" x 24" bass drum that delivers deep power and punch. The big, warm organic tone of the 13-inch tom and 16-inch floor tom add an element of richness to the kit’s remarkable volume. The Catalina Club Rock is available in Copper Sparkle and Galaxy Black Sparkle wraps as well as two new finishes for 2013, Mirror Chrome and Ocean Twilight.

Model Number: CC-R444 14" x 24" Bass Drum, 9" x 13" Tom, 16" x 16" Floor Tom, 6½" x 14" 10-lug Snare Drum

SHELL: Mahogany with 30° bearing edges and natural interior

HOOPS: Chrome 1.6mm triple flanged

HEADS: Gretsch by Evans®, coated batter heads with clear resonant heads; Bass Drum batter and resonant heads have muffling ring

HARDWARE: Clam-style 12.7mm Tom Clamp

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CATALINA CLUB CLASSIC 20-INCH The new Catalina Club Classic is a four-piece drum set for the active player who needs great sound out of a kit that sets up and tears down quickly and easily. The 14" x 20" bass drum is easy to handle and has a full-bodied voice with plenty of punch. When combined with the 12-inch tom and 14-inch floor tom, the resulting combination is a drum set with outstanding tone—ready to tackle anything from jazz to fusion, to blues, to rock. Catalina Club Classic is available in the new Ocean Twilight Sparkle as well as the popular Gretsch® Copper Sparkle and Galaxy Black Sparkle wraps.

Model Number: CC-J404 14" x 20" Bass Drum, 8" x 12" Mounted Tom, 14" x 14" Floor Tom, 5½" x 14" 8-lug Snare Drum

SHELL: Mahogany with 30° bearing edges and natural interior

HOOPS: Chrome 1.6mm triple flanged

HEADS: Gretsch by Evans®, coated batter heads with clear resonant heads; Bass Drum batter and resonant heads have muffling rings

HARDWARE: GS-4945 Bass Drum Mount and GBTH-SL Single Tom Arm

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GRETSCH® BELL BRASS SNARE DRUMThe inherent acoustical properties of bell brass have made it a preferred metal alloy in musical instrument manufacturing for decades. Gretsch has taken the natural beauty and pure tone of bell brass and created a superb Bell Brass Snare Drum with smooth, pure timbre and balanced overtones. The 3.0mm bell brass shell possesses all the warm characteristics of a fine wood drum with the cutting power of a metal drum. Gretsch’s 30-degree bearing edge gives the drum extra body that provides both a powerful low end and sizzling highs—while retaining sensitivity and impeccable articulation.

BELL BRASS 6½" x 14" SNARE DRUMMODEL NUMBER: S-6514BB-BR ◊ 3.0mm Bell Brass shell with natural finish

◊ 30° bearing edges◊ 10 lug die-cast hoops ◊ Black nylon tension rod washers◊ Chrome hardware◊ Fully adjustable side-pull throw-off with fixed butt plate◊ Evans® USA coated G1 Batter Head, Hazy 300 snare side head◊ 20-strand snare wires with black nylon snare strip

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GRETSCH® MAHOGANY “SWAMP DAWG” SNARE DRUMDubbed the “Swamp Dawg,” this drum’s deep 8" x 14" mahogany shell has an expanded tuning range that, when tuned low, produces a dark and throaty, “low-fi” timbre that’s incredibly reminiscent of many historic recordings from the 70s.

At mid and higher tunings, the Swamp Dawg cuts with a full-bodied, saturating attack. The materials and specifications of this drum were carefully selected and designed to the most broad palette of sound possible. Along with the 6-ply mahogany shell, the eight tube lugs and triple flanged hoops allow the drum open up and breath. The 42-strand snare wires and (double ply) coated Remo® Emperor® batter head give the Swamp Dawg its extra bite.

SWAMP DAWG MAHOGANY 8" x 14" SNARE DRUMMODEL NUMBER: S-0814SD-MAH ◊ 6-ply mahogany shell with satin natural finish

◊ 30° bearing edges◊ 8 lug 2.3mm triple flanged hoops ◊ Black nylon tension rod washers◊ Chrome hardware with tube lugs◊ Fully adjustable side-pull throw-off with fixed butt plate◊ Remo® USA coated Emperor® batter head, hazy Ambassador®

snare side head◊ 42-strand snare wires with black nylon snare strip

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GRETSCH® CHERRY STAvE SNARE DRUMCherry wood’s extreme density makes it ideal for staving. This drum’s extra thick shell and 45-degree bearing edge produces a penetrating backbeat and a brilliant cross-stick sound. Its limitless headroom can cut through any degree of excessive stage volume. The satin lacquer finish accentuates the wood’s impressive grain patterns and the addition of classic Gretsch hardware make this a drum to be cherished for generations.

CHERRY 6½" x 14" STAvE SNARE DRUMMODEL NUMBER: S-6514SSC-SN ◊ Stave construction cherry wood using 30 individual 7⁄8" thick

pin-fit staves, satin natural lacquer finish◊ 45° bearing edges◊ 20 lug, 3.0mm die triple flanged hoops ◊ Black nylon tension rod washers◊ Chrome hardware◊ Fully adjustable side-pull throw-off with fixed butt plate◊ Remo® USA coated Ambassador® batter head, hazy

Ambassador® snare side head◊ 20-strand snare wires

GRETSCH® STAvE SNARE DRUMSGretsch has added two new stave snare drums to its line-up. Most commonly used in professional conga drums, stave shells are built by pinning and gluing solid 7⁄8" thick, vertical grain blocks of hardwood together with extreme precision to form a thick and incredibly durable drum with unique tone and timbre.

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GRETSCH® OAk STAvE SNARE DRUMThe thickness of this drum’s stave oak shell and its 45-degree bearing edge produce a dry and biting tone. Like its cherry counterpart, the Gretsch Oak Stave Snare Drum features spectacular projection and tone that penetrates everything else on the stage. The oak’s naturally beautiful grain patterns are brought to life with a subtle satin lacquer finish.

OAk 6½" x 14" STAvE SNARE DRUMMODEL NUMBER: S-6514SSO-SN ◊ Stave construction oak wood using 30 individual 7⁄8" thick pin-fit

staves, satin natural lacquer finish◊ 45° bearing edges◊ 20 lug, 3.0mm die triple flanged hoops ◊ Black nylon tension rod washers◊ Chrome hardware◊ Fully adjustable side-pull throw-off with fixed butt plate◊ Remo® USA coated Ambassador® batter head, hazy

Ambassador® snare side head◊ 20-strand snare wires

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GRETSCH® FULL RANGE WALNUT SNARE DRUMSA new addition to the Full Range Series of Gretsch Snare Drums are two new walnut shell drums. The walnut shell produces a snappy attack with plenty of punchy on the low end. For added visual appeal, the shell’s deep, rich walnut color is beautifully accented with two precision cut natural maple inlays that give the drum a “customized” look. Since the natural color and organic aesthetics of walnut vary widely, no two drums in the series will look alike, creating “boutique” appeal.

FULL RANGE WALNUT 6½" x 14" and 7" x 13" SNARE DRUMSMODEL NUMBERS: S-6514W-MI / S-0713W-MI ◊ 8-ply walnut shell with two maple inlays, gloss natural finish

◊ 30° bearing edges◊ 10 lug, 2.3mm triple flanged hoops ◊ Black nylon tension rod washers◊ Chrome hardware◊ Fully adjustable side-pull throw-off with fixed butt plate◊ Evans® USA coated G1 Batter Head, Hazy 300 snare side head◊ 20-strand snare wires with black nylon snare strip

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GRETSCH® RETRO-LUXE SNARE DRUMSRetro-Luxe Snare Drums bring a fresh, new look with a classic vibe to any drum set. With its specially designed embossed badge, chrome banding and two-toned gloss lacquer paint job, these snares look cool and sound great. Retro-Luxe Snare drums have maple shells and come in two color schemes that fit in anywhere.

RETRO-LUXE MAPLE 6½" x 14" SNARE DRUMMODEL NUMBERS: S-6514RLX-PW (Pewter/White)

S-6514RLX-PB (Pewter/Black)◊ Maple shell with two-tone lacquer finish, chrome band,

embossed badge◊ 30° bearing edges◊ 8 lug, 2.3mm triple flanged hoops ◊ Black nylon tension rod washers◊ Chrome hardware◊ Fully adjustable side-pull throw-off with fixed butt plate◊ Evans® USA coated G1 Batter Head, Hazy 300 snare side head◊ 20-strand snare wires with black nylon snare strip

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GRETSCH® DELUXE ROUND BADGE SNARE DRUM BAGCarry your favorite Gretsch Snare Drum safely and in style with Gretsch’s new “Round Badge” Snare Drum Bag. This great-looking bag features a rugged nylon exterior, a plush black interior and a heavy duty zipper. The timeless Gretsch Round Badge logo is embroidered on the top of the bag and the classic Gretsch “T-Square” logo is stitched into the padded, adjustable shoulder strap. The bag has a comfortable, easy-to-grip handle and an embossed leather drum key pouch attached to the shoulder strap. (Drum key not included.)

GR-5514SB 5½" x 14" Gretsch Deluxe Round Badge Snare Drum BagGR-6514SB 6½" x 14" Gretsch Deluxe Round Badge Snare Drum Bag

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GRETSCH® ROUND BADGE PRACTICE PADSGretsch “Round Badge” practice pads feature a silica gel surface that simulates a natural feeling stick rebound and a solid wood base that adds durability and an authentic feel. On the bottom of the pad is an 8mm mount inset that fits any standard practice pad stand or cymbal stand. A non-skid foam rubber bottom provides stability when the pad is used on a drum or table top. The Gretsch Round Badge Practice Pads come in 6-inch and 12-inch sizes and are available in Gray or Gretsch Orange.

GREPAD60 Gretsch 6" Orange Round Badge Practice PadGREPAD6G Gretsch 6" Gray Round Badge Practice PadGREPAD12O Gretsch 12" Orange Round Badge Practice PadGREPAD12G Gretsch 12" Gray Round Badge Practice Pad

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