Ludwig Classic Maple Shell Set Vintage Black Oyster

Handmade Classic Maple drum kit from Ludwig with perfect sound

The Ludwig Classic Maple Shell Set Vintage Black Oyster is a high-end maple drum shell set designed for professional drummers seeking exceptional sound and visual appeal. Each drum in the Classic Maple series is handcrafted at Ludwig’s American factory, ensuring meticulous attention to detail and tonal precision.

This set includes a 22" x 14" bass drum, a 12" x 8" tom, and a 16" x 16" floor tom in a foiled Silver Sparkle finish. The Classic Maple shells feature seven layers of maple, resulting in a 6 mm thickness. Thanks to the RFST molding process, the shells provide optimal resonance. Equipped with Ludwig Weathermaster heads seated on a 45° bearing edge, the Ludwig Classic Maple achieves a professional look and a harmoniously balanced sound.

Shells made from the finest maple wood

The signature tone of the Classic Maple Shell Set comes from its meticulously crafted drum shells. Each shell consists of seven layers of premium maple: a core of three cross-laminated veneer layers, plus two inner and two outer layers formed using the RFST molding process. The bearing edge is sanded at a precise 45° angle along the outer approx. 1.5 mm of the core, creating a sharp edge that contributes to the drums’ open, resonant sound character.