Gretsch Acoustic Drum Kit

Gretsch

That's the sound, the anthem that began when Friedrich Gretsch, an immigrant from Mannheim Germany, founded a small shop in Brooklyn in 1883. He was to create a dynasty lasting to this day. Yet Friedrich Gretsch died unexpectedly in 1895 before he could see it bloom. It was his his son, Fred Gretsch, Sr. that built the business on a reputation for precision and quality. Two decades after he had assumed direction as the boy in knickers, he had moved the operation to a mammoth 10 story building at 60 Broadway in Brooklyn, where it remained until the company moved to Cincinnati, Ohio in 1972.

Fred Gretsch, Sr. retired from the company in 1942, his attire now the pressed suits of a successful businessman. His sons, Fred, Jr. and William "Bill" were well prepared to assume leadership. Both had been active in the business since 1927.

After Fred Jr. left the family business to serve as a commander in the US navy the day to day running of the company fell to Bill, but after the death of his brother in 1948, command was again passed to Fred Gretsch, Jr. and the Navy veteran led the company into a new age of prosperity. The age of rock. It was the explosion of the music market begun by Elvis Presley and continued by The Beatles, The Rolling Stones and many artists of the day.

In 1967, the Gretsch Manufacturing Company was sold to Baldwin and a then, enterprising young Fred Gretsch vowed to return the company to the family. Eighteen years later, Gretsch became family owned once again. The great-grandson of Friedrich Gretsch made good on his vow and still leads the Gretsch company today.

Some of historys most famous players have made thier name on Gretsch drums, the likes of Louis Bellson, Art Blakey, Elvin Jones, "Philly" Joe Jones, Max Roach, Chick Webb and of course Charlie Watts.Today the list of drummers playing Gretsch contains some of the industry's leading names; people like Vinnie Colaiuta, Phil Collins, Steve Ferrone, Taylor Hawkins, Stanton Moore, Brad Wilk & Linkin Park's Rob Bourdon to name but a few.

Gretsch USA Custom

USA Custom

"The Standard of the World" set by Gretsch over the past 3 centuries of drum manufacturing is evident in every aspect of the USA Custom Professional Drum series. Handcrafted quality, classic features and 120 years of manufacturing experience all contribute to the magic that is.......

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Gretsch Classic Series

Classic Series

Designed with classic looks and new modern features the New Classic series is the first completely new designed set for Gretsch drums USA in more than 50 years. Accented with vintage styled tube lugs, the ITS integrated tension lug suspension system, and proportionate American maple blended drum shells makes this series a true new classic for the drummers.

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Gretsch Renown Maple

Renown Maple

With the USA Drums as their roadmap, Gretsch designed the Renown Maple series to deliver top-class performance for drummers at any playing level, from clubs to arenas. Built with many features from Gretsch's top-end USA made drums, Renown Maple delivers exceptional quality, stunning looks and a sound that drummers are looking for in a Gretsch drum set. These drums are extremely versatile, and at home in any musical environment.

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Gretsch Catalina Maple

Catalina Maple

The Gretsch Catalina Maple series has been designed for the player who is looking for quality features without the high price. With the warm tone of the thin maple shells, UV gloss finishes, and pro tom holders the Catalina Maple offers the looks and features of a pro kit without breaking your bank.

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Gretsch Catalina Ash

Catalina Ash

The Gretsch Catalina Ash series has been designed with power in mind for the player who is looking for full, penetrating tones and solid overall features. Ash wood produces a lively tone that projects a clear, cutting sound. The snare quickly reacts with an aggressive tone that bits with authority and the UV gloss finishes fully reveal the visually striking ash wood grain pattern throughout the drum set. Other features include pro tom holders, heavy 2.5 triple-flanged hoops, die-cast bass drum claws, telescopic spurs, GTS tom suspension systems.

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Gretsch Catalina Club Rock

Catalina Club Rock

Catalina Club Rock gives you classic Gretsch power for classic Rock music. Using a "one up, two down" configuration, this kit includes a huge 26"x16" bass drum, 14"x6.5" snare drum, 13"x09" rack tom with 16"x16" and 18"x16" floor toms for thunderous sounds. Mahogany shells with naturally finished interiors project a sound that's big, round and warm. Other features include Evans Coated G1 heads on snare and all toms, Mini GTS suspension system for the rack tom and thick 12.7mm floor tom legs for sturdy support. Big, classic sounding drums for big, classic sounding grooves.

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Gretsch Catalina Club Mod

Catalina Club Mod

Gretsch Catalina Club Mod sets the stage for the modern player with tonal and visual distinction. Club Mod's mahogany shells pump out deep tones from the extra-deep 22"x20" bass drum, 14"x6.5" snare drum and one up, one down tom set-up. Black hoops and black offset lugs compliment flashy drum finishes. Characterized by bold looks with a thunderous sound, the Club Mod is a killer drum set for modern clubs.

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Gretsch Catalina Club Jazz

Catalina Club Jazz

The Gretsch Catalina Jazz set is designed for the player who is looking for a versatile 4-piece set with quality features. Featuring Mahogany shells and 30-degree bearing edges, this set projects a warm, round, classic tone. The traditional Be Bop sizes with 18" bass drum makes it a fine gigging jazz kit but the Club Jazz can also play comfortably in other music styles, especially if you need to lay into a kit in a smaller live venue. Plus its distinctive retro looks are sure to capture attention. Whether you're looking for a classic jazz kit or small kit for gigs/rehersals, the Catalina Club Jazz kit projects a retro sound, vibe and spirit that will keep you deeply grooving.

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Gretsch Blackhawk

Blackhawk

Blackhawk series drums simply look and sound great. They have may of the same features found on much more expensive sets and are available in multiple configurations and add-on drums so you can expand your kit as you develop. Features Include: * Mahogany shells * Low mass die-cast lugs on all drums * Durable Nitron covered finishes

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