Stage custom

[Mizzy]

Looking to get a new kit soon...ive been looking at the Yamaha Stage Custom Advantage Standard kit, but dont know the difference in the standard and fusion kit. Pro's con's on the kit? Also does anyone know where I can see a pic of the Raven Black Fade they have for that kit?

[White Riot!]

standard is 13 & 12" toms , possibly 16" tom or possibly 14" tom

fusion is 10 & 12" & 14"

[Mizzy]

the fusion on musicans friend right now is going for $999 with the 10, 12, 14 and 16

[White Riot!]

Get a gretsch catalina maple

[lmldrummer]

the only difference i'm aware of is the sizes,
fusion is exqually spaced sizes, reg. is not

[drummguy731]

yeah, on musiciansfriend the SCA is 10, 12, 14, 16, and the standard is 12, 13, 14, and 16

[iPityTheFOOL]

I have had a Yamaha Stage Custom Advantage in standard sizes in Cranberry Red Fade for about 3 or 4 years now and I love it. I use it mostly for heavier rock, but have used it for HS Jazz Band shows around town also. In my opinion, if you are in the market for a mid level kit, accept nothing but Yamaha SCA, its a beautiful thing...

[saars]

^^ true that! I have the yamaha stage custom advantage in fusion toms and the natural finish. It's so amazing once you tune it correctly. But remember, try out the kit before buying it!

[Mizzy]

can you guys maybe post pics of your sets?

[the fat llama]

i also own a stage custom, tho mine is the staeg custom standard, which has stopped being made. you can get them to sound real nice if u do things rite like tuning or adding x rings. Ive heard other mid level kits like exports an the stage customs are much better

[saars]

Here are the most recent pics I have, but I moved some stuff since I took the pics:

Front:
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y138/saars5supra/My%20stuff/IMG_6474.jpg

Drivers View:
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y138/saars5supra/My%20stuff/IMG_6471.jpg

[ant_182]

I'd get the "SCA" for all those toms!

-Ant-

[Dave*Grohl]

Do i see New Beat hihats?

[Inkstar]

New Beats ftw.

[saars]

sorry to burst your bubble guys. Their a mastersounds. :)

[the fat llama]

saars how do coated heads sound on your SC, im thinking about getting some next time i have 2 replace

[Tim]

sorry to burst your bubble guys. Their a mastersounds. :)

lol pwned.

[saars]

saars how do coated heads sound on your SC, im thinking about getting some next time i have 2 replace

The coated ambs on the toms sound very warm, but not as warm as emperors. Also, they have a lot of tuning range.The CS dot on the snare (when tightened like a biitch) has a lot of crack. :)

[Dave*Grohl]

sorry to burst your bubble guys. Their a mastersounds. :)

I knew there was something wrong with them...i feel your pain man, i seriously do....maby next time you'll go for new beats

[the_pure_drummer]

Thats a very nice kit man. Toms seem just a little to high for me though.

[saars]

I knew there was something wrong with them...i feel your pain man, i seriously do....maby next time you'll go for new beats

Nawww man, I love my a mastersounds.:thumb:

Thats a very nice kit man. Toms seem just a little to high for me though.

thanks for the approving comment! and yeah, that's the lowest I can get em at that style without angling them too much. But, like I said, I've moved things around since that pic was taken. So yeah.


Back on topic: TS, what kit do you plan to get?

[Mizzy]

I will be ordering this kit tomorrow, in fusion sizes for the 16X16....Now im just torn beween the raven black fade (which I can find a good pic of and didnt see it at the local GC) or the natural gloss...anyone know where I can see a good pic of the RBF or does it look pretty much black?

[White Riot!]

Go for the Gretsch man

[Mizzy]

thats not really an applealing argument...why get gretsch? Ive been hearing so much on yamaha and did my homework...

[goalieman92]

raven looks pretty much black, I say go with the natural, natural is always better.

[Mizzy]

raven looks pretty much black, I say go with the natural, natural is always better.

hahah...its hard to tell with pictures....almost like the natural is a yellow color....but its probably pretty sweet in person.

[sLarkin20]

I have a SCA with the standard size toms, I would of gotten the fusions if I had known better. I'd go with the fusion sizes if I was you, and I guess the natural because black is borrrrringggg.

[goalieman92]

that or white, there is something about a white finish that makes the drums, uhhhh, uhhhhhhhh, dammit, what's the word i'm looking for.

[Mizzy]

yah black may be boring to some....but im not looking for a GREAT looking kit. To me to flashy of drums isnt my style. the Natural is cool, but to also fit the scene of type of music you play is cool to. If I were to get a natural finish I would get black hardware which i cant get. looks of drums only go so far...how you play is key :p hahah, just playing

[White Riot!]

thats not really an applealing argument...why get gretsch? Ive been hearing so much on yamaha and did my homework...

Same sizes , better shell wood , good lacquer finish

[We_Love_Lime]

Is one word honestly better than the other?
On a realistic level?

[Mizzy]

one of my buddies in a huge local touring band plays on gretsch and he is one that also told me to go yamaha.

[White Riot!]

http://www.indoorstorm.com/product_media.php?products_id=3302&media_id=43702

your just going to get more bang for your buck IMO.

[drummguy731]

What kinda kit is that?

[Mizzy]

i really dont see a difference....im also a firm believer in "you get what you pay for". Im not always right but I feel there is a reason why the kit your so dying for ME to get is cheaper. I will be ordering this kit in a couple hours

[White Riot!]

SC has 1.6 mm hoops

CM has 2.5 mm hoops

SC:birch outer ply Philippine mahogany, and falkata inner plies

CM: maple


The Catalina maples just came out this year , Gretsch wants to get them around town to spread the word about them , then they will adjust the price.

You pay a premium price for the Yamaha Stage Customs. you also pay for fancy lugs

[Mizzy]

whats the difference in hoops....makes a huge difference in sound? this is my set...you get the catina

[White Riot!]

more stable tuning

[Mizzy]

Well I got the yammies and I love them. I got it in Raven Black fade, some sat its black and booooring, but its really not. It does have a sweet green tint to it and when light is really on it, it looks amazing. I didnt go with natural because EVERYONE has it....so yah. its awsome!!!

[White Riot!]

awesome get some pics up when you can!