Feb 19, 2018 · I was in love with Tama Superstars ever since the '81 catalog with the Superstar Xtras in Cherry Wine came out. I still have that catalog. It took until '86 before I bought a set in …

Apr 1, 2007 · Tama Superstar was introduced in 1976. 1977 Yamaha launched the YD9000 recording custom, this model featured 100% birch shells and one-piece lugs. (Thanks Google - …

Aug 21, 2018 · All Star series drums, Star Reserve, Signature series and Starphonic Snare drums. Most of our Marching drums, and certain hardware components. The Starclassics, SLP …

Jan 3, 2024 · Tama SS has about the thinest shells available - 5mm tom shells. That also makes them super-light to move around and gig with. Yamaha tom shells are 6mm thick. That's 20% …

Apr 27, 2010 · Tama Forum Tama Forum- Vintage Tama Drums- Superstar Series- Identifying Your Vintage Superstars everything you need to know about vintage superstars, including …

Mar 6, 2023 · These Superstar Classics are budget, Asian-made generic maple shells with entry-level hardware. IMO, the drums lack low end and sustain, especially the floor toms. And …

Feb 9, 2015 · While at PASIC, I spoke with the Tama drumset guru about the re-re-release of the Superstar name (forget his name, he plugs for Tama products on youtube): cool guy who's all …

Jun 10, 2016 · I consider 80's Tama Superstars as vintage and collectible. And they stand up well against the best birch drums of today. They were some of the best drums of the 1980's and …

Apr 7, 2023 · Being a RUSH fan since 1978, when I ran across a used, five piece CAR Tama Superstar set at Rondo Music in Union, NJ, in 1990, I jumped on it for $1000. I expanded that …

Jan 15, 2016 · All in all, a great kit although I wish I'd waited longer now that Tama introduced larger sizes for the Superstar Classic lineup. I'd get a 16x24 instead of 18x22 (a size which …