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The Absolute Hybrid Maple is Yamaha's pro-level shell pack, built with a wenge core ply sandwiched between maple plies, the same hybrid shell concept used on the flagship PHX series. Toms and snare get a 45º/R1.5 bearing edge for balanced tone, while the 22" bass drum uses a 30º/R1.5 edge to pull out more low end. It is aimed at working drummers and serious players who want a versatile kit that holds up to gigging and studio work. Against all-maple kits in its class, the wenge core gives it a punchier, more focused attack with strong projection.
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Lowest price we've seen: $4,269.99 on Nov 15 at Guitar Center. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 15.
The Absolute Hybrid Maple shell pack is a 4-piece drum shell set with a 22" bass drum. It was developed over three years with Yamaha's roster of artists and uses the hybrid shell technology from the flagship PHX Series.
Each shell has a core ply of wenge, a very hard and heavy wood native to Africa, between plies of maple. The design produces a tone that is rich and clear from pianissimo to fortissimo. The snare and toms have a 45º/R1.5 bearing edge for balanced tone. The bass drum has a 30º/R1.5 edge for more low-end tone and a deeper, more powerful sound. Vent hole number and position are set for the air capacity of each shell, which affects the feel of the hit, the initial sound, sustain and tone.
The hook lugs allow quick head changes and precise tuning, and they handle high tension. The lug bases have a small footprint so the shell can resonate. Aluminum die-cast hoops give a tight sound with strong attack and decay. The YESS III tom mount reduces acoustic dampening so the shell vibrates more freely. The shell interiors have Yamaha's "Vintage Natural" finish. Snare, cymbals and hardware are sold separately.
