Description

The Yamaha TT-916RF is a 16" x 14" or 16" x 16" mounted rack tom from the Yamaha Recording Custom (formerly YD9000 series) manufactured between roughly 1982 and 1991. These drums are renowned for their 100% birch shells, one-piece lugs, and high-quality lacquer finishes.

Key Features and Description:

• Model Breakdown: "TT" signifies Tom Tom, "9" refers to the 9000 Series (Recording Custom), "16" refers to the 16-inch diameter, and "RF" indicates a "Recording Floor" or deep rack tom (often 14" or 16" deep, rather than traditional shallow depths).
• Shell Material: 100% Birch, known for producing a tight, well-defined sound with quick decay, favored for studio recording.
• Construction: These models typically feature 6-ply birch shells (9mm thick in some 80s iterations).
• Hardware: Equipped with 16 die-cast, springless, one-piece lug casings for high-tension tuning and enhanced sustain.
• Mounting: These earlier models (1982–1991) generally do not feature the Y.E.S.S. (Yamaha Enhanced Sustain System) mounts introduced later, but rather a direct-to-shell mounting bracket.
• Sound: Known for a warm, clear tone, with powerful attack and low-end projection, often with 30-degree bearing edges.
• Finishes: Available in various high-end lacquers including Real Wood, Cherry Red, Black, and Quartz Grey.

Condition

This drum is used, but in quite good condition. The top (batter) head has a couple of scratches and a noticeable impression mark as shown in the photos but aside from that the drum is in good condition with only minor and unremarkable scratches. This item is sold on its own and does not come with a case.

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