RBT-1208SOB

The Yamaha RBT-1208SOB is a premium 12″ x 8″ rack tom from Yamaha’s legendary Recording Custom series — a line celebrated worldwide for its sharp, focused, and studio-ready sound.

? Finish & Appearance

• Finish code: SOB = Solid Black.

• Sleek, glossy black lacquer that gives a modern, professional, and timeless look.

• Chrome-plated hardware (lugs, hoops, mounts) that contrasts elegantly with the deep black shell.

?️ Shell Construction

• Material: 100% North American birch — known for its bright, articulate, and powerful sound projection.

• Ply count: 6-ply shell (about 6 mm thick), providing a perfect blend of strength and resonance.

• Bearing edge: Precisely cut 30° edge with R1.5 radius, allowing for clear attack, quick response, and easier tuning.

? Sound & Performance

• Produces a bright, focused, and punchy tone with strong midrange and tight low-end.

• Quick decay and minimal overtones — ideal for clean recordings and live mixes where definition is key.

• The 12″ diameter offers a well-rounded, full sound without being overpowering, while the 8″ depth adds warmth and projection.

⚙️ Hardware & Mounting

• Lugs: High-tension, one-piece weighted lugs designed to enhance tuning stability and improve attack.

• Hoops: 1.6 mm triple-flange steel hoops — offer a balance between open tone and controlled sustain.

• Mounting system: Yamaha’s Y.E.S.S. (Yamaha Enhanced Sustain System), which reduces shell contact for improved resonance and sustain.