Polmuz Maple Model 1 - 22/10/12/16/18 - BLOODY RED Drums from the reactivated Polmuz brand bear no resemblance to their predecessors from the last century. Today Polmuz is primarily bold design combined with proven and solid technologies known from the products of the best brands. The maple shells of this set provide complete freedom in shaping the sound, performing well in every music genre. The minimalist, old-school look of Polmuz drums pays homage to the brand's history and gives a vintage character. Groundbreaking, unconventional designs, high execution quality and convincing sound mean that the Polmuz tradition is now beginning anew! POLMUZ Model 1 MAPLE is manufactured with utmost care in our workshop in Gdynia. Specifications: - Wood: Maple - Shells: 6 plies (5mm) - Finish: WAX, Matte - Hardware: Chrome - Suspension: Non-intrusive tom suspension - Edges: 2x 45 degree edges, sharp, polished, waxed (Polmuz proprietary technology making tuning as easy as a Sunday morning) - Hoops : bent 2.3mm - BD lugs: cast - Lugs: highest quality Tube lug - BD legs: massive with retractable spike - Custom sticker : yes, with purchaser's name - Tuning: Very high tuning range from high jazz to low growling toms, special edge design enables "slack key" tuning - Damping: Percussion requires no damping due to lack of unwanted overtones; only a head with ring recommended on bass drum Cymbals and hardware are not included in the set. Video Features 100% maple shells The Maple series shells are made from 6 layers of maple with a total thickness of 5 mm. The highest priority in designing Polmuz drums was sound. Balanced midrange and treble tones provide great versatility across many musical styles. The full, powerful character and rich resonance of the shells were achieved through the use of carefully selected maple plies and a focus on shell formation and edge shape. Edges The 45° angle cut on the edges ensures they contact the head at the optimal point. Each edge on Polmuz drums has been sanded and additionally waxed, ensuring perfect head-to-shell contact. The consequence of this solution is clean sound across the full frequency range. Sharp edge finishing at the head contact point on toms produces a quick attack and short sustain, while rounded edges on bass drums generate unique and warm vintage sound. Finish The matte finish of Polmuz drums gives each set a unique look and unconventional sound. The lacquer used to finish the Maple Polmuz drums is of the highest quality. Tube Lug Tube Lugs are characteristic of all Polmuz drums. The unique Tube Lug design makes them look like traditional mounts, but the lug body "floats" above the shell to minimize contact with the drum. This allows the entire structure to resonate across the full sound range. To minimize the risk of drum detuning, each one has a long bolt that sits deep in the lug. Additionally, each has double protection in the form of washers—metal and nylon—which guarantee tuning stability. Chrome hardware In Polmuz drums, all hardware is finished with a chrome coating. The beautiful appearance conveys a sense of highest quality materials used and breaks away from the brand's unfortunate reputation from years past. The cast logo on Polmuz shells is a true declaration of quality and style. Made from solid brass and chrome-plated, the Polmuz nameplate is a guarantee and also a calling card of the highest level of craftsmanship in each drum. Mounting system A non-intrusive mounting system ensures maximum resonance and stability regardless of conditions. The streamlined design makes it easier to position toms closer together, providing greater freedom and comfort. Additionally, parts made from aluminum ensure lighter weight. Bass drum hooks The hooks in Polmuz sets are equipped with rubber pads that help protect their wooden rims from damage. In this setup, hooks and rims form one cohesive unit so they don't separate or rattle, even with loose tuning. Heads Transparent, 1-ply high-quality batter heads are used on the drums. The batter heads additionally feature a wide muffling collar. The resonant heads are distinguished by a characteristic vintage-style head with a prominent Polmuz logo.