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Yamaha Stage Custom Birch Drum Set with HW680W Hardware

Yamaha Stage Custom Birch Drum Set with HW680W Hardware

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  • Last seen at $1,299.99 at Memphis Drum Shop on Nov 7.

Our take on the Yamaha Stage Custom Birch Drum Set with HW680W Hardware

The Stage Custom Birch is Yamaha's all-birch kit, a line that has been a reference for warm, low-fundamental birch tone for decades. Thin shells with a staggered diagonal seam are built to stay round, and low-mass lugs let the shell ring. It ships with the 680W hardware pack, so a buyer gets stands, a hi-hat stand, a snare stand, a bass drum pedal and a double tom holder in one box. That makes it a complete first serious kit or a reliable working set, and it competes with other all-birch intermediate kits on hardware included rather than on exotic shells.

Best forDrummers moving up from a starter kitWorking drummers who need a dependable gigging kitPlayers who want warm birch toneBuyers who want hardware included in one purchase
Pros
  • All-birch shells give a warm tone with a low fundamental
  • Thin shell with staggered diagonal seam is built to stay round
  • Low-mass lugs let the shell vibrate for sustain
  • High-gloss lacquer finish
  • 680W hardware pack covers stands, pedal, hi-hat and tom mount
  • Suits both beginners and working players
Cons
  • Birch is less warm and round than maple to some ears
  • Included hardware is solid but not a top-tier line
  • Stock heads are usually the first thing owners upgrade
  • Finish options are limited compared with some rivals

Yamaha Stage Custom Birch Drum Set with HW680W Hardware prices at every store

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Yamaha Stage Custom Birch Drum Set with HW680W Hardware price history

Lowest price we've seen: $1,299.99 on Nov 7 at Memphis Drum Shop. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 7.

What reviewers say

Owners of the Stage Custom Birch generally rate it highly as a value all-birch kit, praising its warm tone, sturdy shells and the hardware that comes with it. Common complaints are about the stock heads and the hardware being good rather than great.

What people mention
  • TonePraisedOwners describe a warm, full sound with a strong low end for an intermediate kit.
  • Shell buildPraisedThe thin shells and seam construction are cited as staying round and holding tuning well.
  • HardwareMixedThe 680W pack is seen as complete and reliable, but not as heavy-duty as pro-level hardware.
  • Stock headsCriticisedSeveral owners swap the factory heads early, saying they hold the kit back.
  • ValuePraisedReviewers call it one of the better all-birch kits for the money.

From Memphis Drum Shop

  • All-birch shell produces Yamaha's legendary low fundamental and warm tone
  • Staggered diagonal seam builds a thin shell that starts round and stays round
  • High-gloss lacquer finish
  • Low-mass lugs let the shell vibrate for superb tone and sustain
  • Great for the beginner or the working professional
  • Includes 680W Hardware Pack
Materials
Birch shells
Shipping
Free USA Shipping; order by 3:00pm CST ships same business day
In the box
(2) CS-655A Boom Cymbal Stands, HS-650A Hi Hat Stand, SS-650A Snare Stand, FP-6110A Bass Drum Pedal, TH-945 Bass Drum Mount Double Tom Holder

About the Yamaha Stage Custom Birch Drum Set with HW680W Hardware

The Yamaha Stage Custom Birch Drum Set has all-birch shells. Birch gives the kit a low fundamental and a warm tone. The series suits beginners and working drummers.

Each shell is built with a staggered diagonal seam, which allows a thin shell that starts round and stays round. The shells have a high-gloss lacquer finish. Low-mass lugs let the shell vibrate for tone and sustain.

The set includes the 680W hardware pack with cymbal stands, a hi-hat stand, a snare stand, a bass drum pedal and a double tom holder.

Material
Birch shells
Finish
High-gloss lacquer
Shell construction
Staggered diagonal seam
Lugs
Low-mass
Hardware pack
Yamaha 680W
Cymbal stands
2 x CS-655A boom cymbal stands
Hi-hat stand
HS-650A
Snare stand
SS-650A
Bass drum pedal
FP-6110A
Tom holder
TH-945 bass drum mount double tom holder

Questions and answers

Is the Stage Custom Birch good for a beginner?
Yes. It is a full kit with hardware included, and the shells are sturdy enough to last as a player improves. Many buyers treat it as a first serious kit.
How does it compare with a maple kit?
Birch gives a brighter attack and a controlled low end; maple is generally warmer and rounder. The Stage Custom Birch leans toward punch and projection.
What is included in the box?
The shells plus the 680W hardware pack: two boom cymbal stands, a hi-hat stand, a snare stand, a bass drum pedal and a double tom holder. Cymbals and throne are not included.
Does it come with cymbals?
No. The kit includes drums and hardware only, so cymbals and a throne are separate purchases.
Is the hardware good enough for gigging?
The 680W stands and pedal are solid for regular playing, though heavy touring drummers often upgrade to a heavier hardware line.
Can the toms be mounted differently?
The included double tom holder mounts both rack toms on the bass drum. The shells also accept standard Yamaha mounts if you want to change the setup.
Where is the Yamaha Stage Custom Birch Drum Set with HW680W Hardware cheapest?
At Memphis Drum Shop, for $1,299.99, as of our latest check.

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