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Yamaha Stage Custom Birch 5-Piece Drum Set with 22" Bass Drum and HW-680 Hardware

Yamaha Stage Custom Birch 5-Piece Drum Set with 22" Bass Drum and HW-680 Hardware

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$929.99at Musician's FriendChecked Nov 7

23% under what the other stores charge

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $929.99 at Musician's Friend on Nov 7.
  • Checked at 8 stores.

Our take on the Yamaha Stage Custom Birch 5-Piece Drum Set with 22" Bass Drum and HW-680 Hardware

The Stage Custom Birch is Yamaha's long-running all-birch kit, sold as a five-piece with a 22-inch bass drum and the HW-680 hardware pack. Birch shells give a quick attack, short decay and tight, well-separated tone, and the hand-lacquered natural finish varies in grain from set to set. Absolute Lugs with internal locking and the Y.E.S.S. tom mounts are features usually found on pricier kits. It suits rock and pop players who want a gig-ready kit with hardware included, and it competes with other all-birch intermediate sets on hardware quality rather than shell count.

Best forRock and pop drummers who want a loud, punchy kitPlayers upgrading from a beginner setGigging drummers who need hardware includedDrummers who like a natural wood lacquer look
Pros
  • 100% birch shells with a fast attack and tight, separated tone
  • Absolute Lugs with internal locking resist tension-bolt loosening
  • Y.E.S.S. tom mounts let toms resonate freely
  • Ball mount and clamp make setup simple
  • HW-680 hardware pack included
  • Hand-lacquered finish with distinct grain on each set
Cons
  • Birch's short decay gives less warmth than maple
  • Only five pieces; no second floor tom or extra tom
  • Hardware is solid but not Yamaha's top touring line
  • Lacquer finish shows fingerprints and scratches
  • Cymbals and throne are not included

Yamaha Stage Custom Birch 5-Piece Drum Set with 22" Bass Drum and HW-680 Hardware prices at every store

  • Guitar CenterNew

    In stock

    $929.99Free shippingChecked Nov 7
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  • Musician's FriendNew

    In stock

    $929.99Checked Nov 7
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  • Drum Supply HouseNew

    In stock

    $1,199.99Checked Nov 7
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  • Hermes MusicNew

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    $1,199.99Checked Nov 7
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  • Percussion SourceNew

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    $1,199.99Checked Nov 7
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  • Drum Center of PortsmouthNew

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    $1,199.99Checked Nov 7
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  • AVLgear.comNew

    In stock

    $1,229.99Checked Nov 7
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  • Memphis Drum ShopNew

    In stock

    $1,299.99Checked Nov 7
    Visit Memphis Drum Shop

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Yamaha Stage Custom Birch 5-Piece Drum Set with 22" Bass Drum and HW-680 Hardware price history

Lowest price we've seen: $929.99 on Nov 7 at Musician's Friend. Tracked across 8 stores since Nov 7.

What reviewers say

Owners and reviewers treat the Stage Custom Birch as one of the best-value all-birch kits, praising its punchy sound, stable tuning and hardware. Common complaints are that the stock heads are basic and that the kit needs cymbals and a throne to play.

What people mention
  • SoundPraisedReviewers describe a quick attack, short decay and tight tone that cuts through a band.
  • Tuning stabilityPraisedOwners say the Absolute Lugs keep tension bolts from loosening during playing.
  • HardwarePraisedThe included HW-680 pack and ball mount are called sturdy and easy to set up.
  • Stock headsCriticisedBuyers say the factory drumheads are basic and many swap them early.
  • Bass drumMixedSome players find the 22-inch bass needs muffling to control its tone.
  • FinishPraisedOwners like the hand-lacquered natural wood look and the varied grain.

From Drum Supply House

  • 100% birch shells for a short decay, quick attack and tight sound with good separation
  • Hand-lacquered natural wood finish; each set's wood grain varies
  • Absolute Lugs with internal lug locking mechanism keep tension bolts from loosening while playing
  • Yamaha Enhanced Sustain System (Y.E.S.S.) brings out the natural sound of the toms
  • Traditional ball mount and clamp for stress-free setup
  • Includes HW-680W hardware pack
Materials
100% birch shells; steel triple flange hoops, 1.5 mm thick
In the box
HW-680W hardware pack

About the Yamaha Stage Custom Birch 5-Piece Drum Set with 22" Bass Drum and HW-680 Hardware

The Yamaha Stage Custom Birch is a 5-piece acoustic drum set with a 22" bass drum. The shells are 100% birch with a hand-lacquered natural wood finish. The wood grain varies from set to set. The birch shells give a short decay, quick attack and tight sound with good separation.

Absolute Lugs have an internal locking mechanism that keeps the tension bolts from loosening during play. The Yamaha Enhanced Sustain System (Y.E.S.S.) brings out the natural sound of the toms. A traditional ball mount and clamp are used for setup. The kit includes the HW-680W hardware pack.

The Stage Custom line also offers single shells from 8" to 24", so players can build setups from small jazz kits to larger rock kits.

Kit size
5 pieces
Included drums
Bass drum, mounted tom, snare, floor tom
Bass drum
22"
Shell material
100% birch
Finish
Hand-lacquered natural wood
Hoops
Steel triple flange, 1.5 mm thick
Lugs
Separate lugs (Absolute Lugs) with internal lug locking mechanism
Tom system
Yamaha Enhanced Sustain System (Y.E.S.S.)
Mounting
Traditional ball mount and clamp
Heads
Top and bottom: Remo UT Ambassador Clear; Front: Remo Ebony P3 Clear; Batter: Remo Clear P3
In the box
HW-680W hardware pack

Specifications

Kit Size
5 Piece
Included Pieces
Bass, Mounted Tom, Snare, Floor Tom

Questions and answers

Is the Stage Custom Birch good for beginners?
It is more than a starter kit. Its birch shells and hardware suit players who already gig or record, though a beginner can grow into it.
Does it come with cymbals?
No. The set includes drums and the HW-680 hardware pack, but cymbals and a throne are separate.
How does birch compare with maple?
Birch gives a quicker attack and shorter decay with tight separation. Maple is warmer and rounder.
What is the Y.E.S.S. system?
Yamaha's Enhanced Sustain System mounts the toms so they resonate more freely, bringing out their natural tone.
Is the 22-inch bass drum good for rock?
Yes. A 22-inch bass is the standard rock size and gives a full, punchy low end.
Can I add more toms later?
Yes. Yamaha sells matching add-on shells in several sizes, so the kit can grow.
Where is the Yamaha Stage Custom Birch 5-Piece Drum Set with 22" Bass Drum and HW-680 Hardware cheapest?
At Musician's Friend, for $929.99, 23% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Yamaha Stage Custom Birch 5-Piece Drum Set with 22" Bass Drum and HW-680 Hardware?
8 stores we checked sell it, including Drum Supply House, Hermes Music, Percussion Source, Drum Center of Portsmouth, AVLgear.com.

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