Aug 6, 2020 · I am playing a Tama B/B kit and looking to use a Maple kit as well. Any thoughts on Gretsch renown vs Starclassic Maple. Is the Tama warmer in tone or is the Renown have a more …

I recently upgraded my Catalina Club kit to a Renown RN2. The sizes were almost identical with 20, 10, 12, 14. The only difference was with the bass drum...

Apr 3, 2011 · Hey guys I just joined and I'm new to the whole forum scene. Im looking to spend about 1800 on a new kit for my 21st birthday. I think I got it narrowed down to either a DW performance …

Jan 18, 2018 · I second the Gretsch Renown. Great drums with a nice range, solid hardware. This site may earn a commission from merchant affiliate links like Ebay, Amazon, and others.

May 3, 2020 · It's time for a new drum kit, already got good cymbals, snare and hardware. Both the Gretsch Renown and Yamaha Tour Custom are within my budget. What would you recommend our …

Nov 24, 2014 · I have two Gretsch Renown bass drums 18x22 and 16x24. The 16x24 drum is the one I use in my band's practice space. Frankly, I can't get a bad sound out of this drum. I liked it so much I …

Aug 10, 2022 · So I LOVE Tama drums, but the Gretsch kit is a solid step above the Tama kit. The Superstar Classic is more on the same level as Gretsch Catalina Maple. Aug 10, 2022 #5

Dec 10, 2024 · I currently have no kit but am saving and investigating. Thanks to responses I received from a previous post here, as well as listening online, I've become enamored with early/mid 90's …

Oct 19, 2025 · This Gretsch Renown Limited Anniversary Mahogany Drum Set was a limited edition release produced for Gretsch's 140th Anniversary celebration in 2023. Sizes are 14x22/8x12/16x16 …

Apr 20, 2022 · The Gretsch are really good drums, but they're still a mid-level kit whereas the Ludwig is a pro-level kit. So, if re-sale is ever an issue, you will get more money for the Ludwig.