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Gretsch Catalina Club Acoustic Drum Kit in Dark Cherry Sparkle
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The store is open 10am - 6pm Monday to Saturday and 11am - 5pm Sunday and bank holidays.
The stock information shows the quantity of units that are available to purchase at the Guildford store and the quantity of units that are available at our off-site Guildford warehouse. These stock levels are updated in real time.
Our Click and Collect service is available at our Guildford store from 10am - 6pm Monday to Saturday, and 11am - 5pm on Sunday. You can either choose click and collect as your delivery option online or, during store opening hours, call our sales team at 01483 456777 to place a 10% deposit.
If you have placed your order online, you will receive a confirmation email of your order and a separate follow-up text or email to confirm when your item is ready for collection.
Please do not come to the store before you have received the follow-up message, as your order may not yet be ready at the store.
If the only available stock is in our off-site warehouse it can be brought to the store location for you to try - you just need to contact the store within opening hours. Please note any requests received after 3.30pm will not arrive at the store until the following morning.
Please be aware that, unless you have paid a deposit to reserve the item, it will continue to be free, both online and in-store, for another customer to buy. Therefore we would advise you to place a 10% deposit by either using the on-line click and collect service or calling us 01483 456777.
SKU: GR814090
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Product Description
The Gretsch Catalina Club Acoustic Drum Kit in Dark Cherry Sparkle is a compact, vintage-inspired four piece set that delivers warm, punchy tone and classic looks. With 7 ply mahogany shells, 30 degree bearing edges and a focused 20 inch bass drum, it is perfectly voiced for studio work, smaller stages and drummers who want that unmistakable Gretsch character in a portable format.
This studio configuration keeps things simple and musical. The shallow 20 x 14 inch kick responds quickly and sits beautifully in a mix, while the 12 inch rack tom and 14 inch floor tom provide a balanced spread of tones that are easy to tune. A matching 14 x 5.5 inch snare completes the set, giving you a cohesive sound that works across jazz, indie, pop and more. The Dark Cherry Sparkle finish adds a touch of retro glamour under stage lights without being over the top.
Built around 7 ply, 100 percent mahogany shells, the Catalina Club kit offers the warm, rounded attack and rich low mids that have made mahogany a studio favourite for decades. Gretsch’s 30 degree bearing edges help the heads seat perfectly, enhancing resonance and giving you a wide tuning range from deep and thuddy to open and articulate. Whether you prefer coated heads for a vintage vibe or clear heads for extra definition, the shells respond musically at every tension.
Practical touches make this kit easy to live with. The GTS free swinging tom mount supports the 12 inch tom without choking the shell, so it can sing freely while still being securely held in place. Lightweight 1.6 mm hoops keep the feel lively and responsive, ideal for dynamic players who rely on subtle ghost notes and expressive cymbal work. With the included tom holder, you have a solid starting point for your hardware setup straight out of the box.
Classic Gretsch Mahogany Tone
The 7 ply, 100 percent mahogany shells give this kit its signature warmth and musicality. Mahogany emphasises low and low mid frequencies, producing a full, rounded sound that works beautifully for recording and live performance alike. The result is a kit that feels forgiving under the sticks and sits naturally in a band mix.
30 Degree Bearing Edges
Gretsch’s 30 degree bearing edges help the heads make optimal contact with the shell, improving resonance and sustain while keeping overtones controlled. This design makes tuning quicker and more predictable, so you can dial in your preferred sound with minimal fuss and maintain it from gig to gig.
Compact Studio Friendly Configuration
The 20 x 14 inch bass drum, 12 x 8 inch rack tom, 14 x 14 inch floor tom and 14 x 5.5 inch snare form a compact, versatile setup that is ideal for smaller stages, rehearsal rooms and home studios. You get a full, professional sound without needing a lot of space, and the sizes respond well at lower volumes as well as when pushed harder.
Free Swinging GTS Tom Mount
The GTS free swinging tom suspension mount supports the rack tom without drilling extra hardware into the shell, allowing it to resonate more freely. This translates into a more open, singing tone and improved sustain, while still giving you reliable positioning and stability for everyday playing.
Features
- 7 Ply 100 Percent Mahogany Shells - Warm, punchy and rich in low mids, the mahogany construction delivers a classic, musical drum sound that suits a wide range of styles, from jazz and blues to rock and pop.
- 30 Degree Bearing Edges - Precision cut edges help the heads seat perfectly, improving tuning stability, resonance and overall tone so you spend less time tweaking and more time playing.
- Compact 20 Inch Studio Setup - The 20 x 14 inch bass drum and matching tom sizes provide a focused, controlled sound that is easy to manage in smaller rooms and ideal for recording or intimate live gigs.
- GTS Free Swinging Tom Mount - The suspended tom mounting system supports the rack tom without choking the shell, enhancing sustain and openness while keeping your setup solid and dependable.
Specifications
Shells
- Series: Catalina Club
- Shell Material: 7 ply, 100 percent mahogany
- Bearing Edges: 30 degree on all shells
- Hoops: 1.6 mm
Configuration
- Bass Drum: 20 x 14 inch
- Tom Tom: 12 x 08 inch
- Floor Tom: 14 x 14 inch
- Snare Drum: 14 x 5.5 inch
- Included Hardware: Tom tom holder
Finish
- Finish Type: Matte lacquered
- Colour: Dark Cherry Sparkle
