Description
The PHXT‑0808M GPWH is a luxury 8 × 8 rack tom merging stunning Polar White visuals with golden hardware, built upon Yamaha’s premium hybrid-shell architecture. Its warm, full-bodied tone, dynamic versatility, and elegant design make it a standout for both stage settings and studio environments.
Shell Construction
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Built using Yamaha’s flagship 11-ply hybrid shell:
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Core: Jatoba for tight focus and volume.
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Middle plies: Kapur for warmth and tonal fullness.
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Outer/inner plies: Maple, with optional burled ash layers for visual depth
⚙️ Hardware Highlights
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Bearing edges: 30° with a rounded radius tuned for tom warmth, sustain, and clarity 3 mm gold aluminum die-cast hoops: Strong yet lightweight, ideal for focused attack and stable tuning
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Hook lugs: Minimal shell contact design promotes freer vibration and simplifies head replacement Y.E.S.S. II mount: Shell-isolating suspension system (maple plate with rubber buffers) maximizes resonance and tonal purity
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