Features
Configuration :
Several Rock or Fusion configurations in 3, 4 or 5 shells (select from the scrolling menu above). Other configuration on request. Download detailed configurations below.
Shell :
"Vintage" manufacturing 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple, according to exclusive ASBA specifications in line with the brand's historical manufacturing method
Bearing edges :
Rounded with beechwood reinforcement ring 45° bevelled
Badge :
ASBA Gold (chrome available on request)
Drum parts :
High-quality chrome, exclusive ASBA design, as in the 60s
Hoops :
Triple flanged steel hoops (optional die cast hoops available)
Finish :
Elvin Jaune
Hand tinted & polished, Vintage satin varnish
Hand tinted & polished, Vintage satin varnish
Bass drum hoops :
Hoop with inlay matching the finish
Manufacturing :
Handcrafted in our workshop in Lyon - France
Stamp :
Stamped label inside the shell certifying the date of manufacturing of the instrument
Preparation :
Application of beeswax inside the shell
Included :
Tom holder (tom mount type) for 4 or 5 shells configurations only
Not included :
Hardware. Optional tom holder (tom mount type) available for 3 shells configurations
The story
Many of the sounds, grooves and players that inspired today's best rock drummers come from a time when this ply configuration was the rule. Although these shells are based on classic 70's drums, the Maple / Poplar / Maple shells are of a class of their own. They have a wide adjustement range, a warm tone, a round attack and a fast decrease.
Drumhead Fit Control Technology: All our shells undergo a rigorous control, ensuring the perfect flatness of our bearing edges. This technology guarantees a very high precision contact between the drumhead and the shell. The result is a huge tuning range, from the most "fat" sound to the most vocal settings. Whatever expressiveness you are looking for, the ASBA shells offer you the ultimate in musical quality.
Tom suspension system included (Tom Mount type). Hardware not included.
Delivery time: Approx. 90 days
Snare drum sold separately.
Non contractual pictures.
Video
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Testimonials
Guillaume Pihet
Professional drummer, speaker at the Music Academy International (M.A.I) and autor of learning methods
“The new ASBA models were love at first sight for me! Top-of-the-range equipment that rhymes with elegance, finesse and excellence “à la française”. I’m a big fan of the sound, its versatility and its look... as well as its simplicity to tune it. My drums sing in a controlled resonance (bye bye handkerchiefs and moongel)... a delight. "
Jerome Goudour
Drum teacher at the Conservatory
“I really appreciate the sound of course... and also the lightness; the easiness of tuning and the versatility (for me who goes from jazz to rock it’s perfect). It’s an instrument that “sounds” ... you can throw out the moongels and let it express itself. "
Sebastien Robin
Drum teacher & Youtuber
“I recommend this brand obviously to all professionals, but also to every drummer who is starting to have a little experience with the instrument and who dreams of finding his own sound! ASBA is the easiness to sneak between all styles of music, in one turn of the key... It sounds terrible !”
3, 4 or 5 shells sets available
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