YAMAHA, RC8F30JRW Recording Custom 3PC Bebop Shell Pack, Real Wood

The RC8F30JRW is a deluxe 3‑piece shell pack from Yamaha’s re‑imagined Recording Custom “Be‑Bop” line, crafted with Steve Gadd’s signature tone in mind. This kit strikes a refined balance between warm, rounded resonance and focused, studio-ready articulation.

Configuration:

• Bass Drum: 18″ × 14″ – features a lifted-shell design to optimize resonance and bass response

• Rack Tom: 12″ × 8″ with Y.E.S.S. mount

• Floor Tom: 14″ × 13″ with standard 3 legs

• Includes CL‑945LB single tom holder; snare, cymbals, and hardware are not included.

Shell Construction:

• Material: 6‑ply North American birch with a natural Real‑Wood finish

• Bearing Edge: 30° (R1.5) for crisp attack and wide tuning flexibility

Hardware & Design Details:

• Weighted high‑tension one‑piece lugs emphasize low‑end depth and reduce shell interference

• Y.E.S.S. (Yamaha Enhanced Sustain System) tom mount allows maximum shell resonance

• Hoops: Steel triple‑flanged on toms & floor for bright sustain; wooden hoop on bass drum adds warmth