Does this kit include hardware and cymbals?

No. It is a shell pack only: drums and the tom mount, with no stands, bass pedal, throne, hi-hat stand or cymbals. You supply those separately.

Is the snare drum included?

Yes. The pack includes a 14x5.5 snare drum along with the 22x16 bass drum, 10x7 and 12x8 rack toms and 16x16 floor tom.

What kind of music is this kit good for?

The maple shells give a warm, versatile tone that works for rock, pop, country and worship. It is less suited to very heavy metal without head changes and muffling.

How does it compare with the Yamaha Stage Custom?

Both are all-maple mid-range kits. The Catalina includes a snare and uses Gretsch's 30-degree edges for a rounder tone, while the Stage Custom is known for consistent build and a slightly brighter voice.

Do I need to assemble it?

The drums arrive as shells; you attach the tom mount, fit the heads and tune them, and set up your own stands. Delivery is tailgate only, so plan help to unload and move the boxes.

What sizes are the drums?

22x16 bass drum, 10x7 and 12x8 rack toms, 16x16 floor tom and 14x5.5 snare. The 22-inch bass is a full-size drum, so check your space and vehicle.

Where can I buy the Gretsch Catalina Maple 5-Piece Shell Pack with Snare Drum?

9 stores we checked sell it, including Sweetwater, gear4music.com, Guitar Center, West Music, Musicians Friend.

Gretsch Catalina Maple 5-Piece Shell Pack with Snare Drum

Q: Where is the Gretsch Catalina Maple 5-Piece Shell Pack with Snare Drum cheapest?

At Sweetwater, for $958.99, 20% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

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$958.99at SweetwaterChecked Nov 7

20% under what the other stores charge

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What reviewers say

Owners and reviewers rate the Catalina Maple as one of the better value all-maple kits, praising its warm sound, solid build and included snare. Common gripes are the basic stock heads and the extra cost of buying hardware separately.

What people mention

SoundPraisedOwners describe a warm, round maple tone that suits rock, pop and worship music.
Build qualityPraisedReviewers call the shells and lugs solid and well finished for the price.
Included snarePraisedPlayers like getting a matching 14-inch snare rather than buying one separately.
Stock headsCriticisedMany replace the factory Remo heads early to get more attack and durability.
Hardware costMixedBuyers note the shell pack needs stands, a pedal and cymbals, which adds up.
Bass drum toneMixedSome find the 22-inch bass boomy until they add muffling or a different batter head.

About the Gretsch Catalina Maple 5-Piece Shell Pack with Snare Drum

The Gretsch Catalina Maple CM2-E625-BS is a 5-piece shell pack in a Black Stardust finish. It includes a 22x16 bass drum, 10x7 and 12x8 rack toms, a 16x16 floor tom, and a 14x5.5 snare drum.

All shells are made from Gretsch Formula 7-ply maple with a clear interior and a 30-degree bearing edge. The drums have 2.5mm triple-flanged hoops and Remo drumheads, and the toms use the GTS low-profile mounting system.

This is a shell pack only. Hardware and cymbals are not included. The Catalina Maple line is also offered in other satin, gloss, and lacquer sparkle finishes.

Model

CM2-E625-BS

Finish

Black Stardust

Shell

7-ply maple (Gretsch Formula)

Interior

Clear

Bearing edge

30 degrees

Hoops

2.5mm triple-flanged