Tama Starclassic Performer Birch/Bubinga Shell Pack in Smokey Indigo Burst Lacquer

For more than 30 years, the distinctive, traditional sound of birch has made it the go-to choice for numerous pro drummers. Now, TAMA takes birch in an entirely new direction. Proportionately melding inner plies of bubinga with the classic birch exterior, TAMA has created a blended shell that combines the focused attack of birch, with the enhanced low-end of bubinga—delivering totally a new sound—both dynamic and versatile.

When we introduced Starclassic Performer B/B to the world in 2007 we knew we had a sound that couldn't be ignored, but it wasn't until the response came from the drum community that we realized just how significant this new hybrid actually was. The unsurpassed dynamic range of the Bubinga/Birch combination made Starclassic B/B a favorite among elite pro drummers who need sonic power without sacrificing warmth and nuance. Whether it's a screaming loud festival stage, or highly focused recording session—artists have found that the versatility of the Bubinga/Birch shell has inspired their musical expression.

With so many artists having embraced the unique sound of B/B it's hard to deny the significance of its presence in today's music—but at TAMA, we're always pushing ourselves to achieve more. For 2015 we've introduced some new features that help make the B/B experience even more versatile and effortless, including our flagship STAR series' Quick-Lock tom and floor tom brackets, and Swivel-Wing tom holder for virtually unlimited positioning flexibility. Combined with Tama's unique bearing edge, high-quality Die-Cast hoops, and incomparable Star-Cast mounting system—these upgrades take the huge tone and projection of Starclassic Performer B/B and elevate it into an entirely new class of professional drums.