Description
The Yamaha RBT-1210WLN is a premium 12″ x 10″ rack tom from Yamaha’s renowned Recording Custom series, celebrated for its sharp, focused tone and studio-ready performance.
? Finish & Appearance
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Finish code: WLN, which stands for Classic Walnut.
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Features a rich, warm walnut lacquer that highlights the natural wood grain beautifully.
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Chrome hardware (lugs, hoops, mounts) provides a clean and professional look.
? Shell Construction
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Made from 100% North American birch, using a 6-ply (~6 mm thick) shell.
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Produces a bright, punchy, and highly focused sound with clear attack and controlled sustain.
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Precision 30° bearing edges ensure easy tuning and crisp articulation.
? Sound & Tone
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Delivers the classic Recording Custom sound: powerful attack, strong midrange presence, and excellent definition.
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The 12″ diameter offers warmth and full-bodied tone, while the 10″ depth gives it extra depth and resonance.
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Excellent projection and quick response, ideal for both live and studio work.
⚙️ Hardware & Mounting
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Equipped with weighted, high-tension one-piece lugs for stable tuning and enhanced low-end.
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1.6 mm triple-flange steel hoops provide open resonance and articulate rim shots.
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Uses Yamaha’s Y.E.S.S. (Yamaha Enhanced Sustain System) suspension mount to maximize shell resonance and minimize contact.