RAS-1465

hell & Construction

• Material: 1.2 mm beaded aluminum shell delivers an open, warm tone with excellent projection ⟶ iconic “woody” metal sound 

• Exterior Center Bead: Unique external bead improves shell resonance, producing a crisp, articulate tone—an enhancement guided by Steve Gadd

? Hardware & Bearing Edge

• Bearing Edge: Precise 45° angle with 2.4 mm snare bed ensures clean articulation and effective snare-to-batter contactHoops: 3 mm aluminum die-cast hoops offer focused attack and tuning stability 

• Lugs: Ten modern one-piece lugs for consistent tuning 

• Strainer System: Yamaha Q-type throw-off with DC3 butt plate—smooth, stable, and quiet tensioning