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Tama HTB5B First Chair Backrest Assembly

Item ID: HTB5B
Tama HTB5B First Chair Backrest Assembly
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Tama HTB5B First Chair Backrest Assembly Reviews

Adjustable Backrest Assembly for 1st Chair Drum Throne Seats

If you've already discovered the benefits of TAMA's 1st Chair throne seats but need extra support for your spine, meet your new best friend: the TAMA HTB5B. This fully adjustable backrest installs onto your 1st Chair seat, detaches quickly for modularity, and adjusts to your exact specifications. Move the HTB5B up or down to relieve your aching lumbar region, then slide it back and forth to center yourself on the seat. The TAMA HTB5B has a quality look with stitched leather and a premium sewn logo that TAMA 1st Chair users are sure to enjoy.

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April 12, 2025

Perfect add on

By A from Hobbs

Mike did an awesome job getting me what I needed to save my old back. Install was simple and it works.

December 11, 2024

Best back support

By John R. from Scott Depot, WV
Music Background: Drumming since 1965

Of all the money I've wasted in ten years trying to buy a quality throne with a quality backrest, I could've bought ten tama round riders with backrest. After a sprained back twelve years ago I retired from the rock gigs. I now play in a praise band twice a week. This backrest, in a very short time, has kept me from retiring completely. I adjusted into my lower lumbar area fully forward. I can sit up straight and play with this backrest taking all the stress away!!! Won't retire for a few more years!

August 28, 2021

Excellent support for Your throne

By Michael H. from CO

Bought this for my son he really wanted it for the support so he can get more drive out of his performance seems to really like it Would definitely recommend

August 31, 2020

Took some getting accustomed to; but worth it

By Mike T. from Deltona, FL
Music Background: Professional

I purchased this to make my Tama Round Rider Cloth Top throne more ergonomic. I am more accustomed to the Roc-N-Soc backrest, which sits higher against my back. This one does not go up as high as the Roc-N-Soc on their thrones, but that brand does not go as low as this one, and the ergonomics are very different. Once I became accustomed to the placement things worked out for me.

What I love about this attachment and the Tama throne/backrest design overall, is setup and tear down. Compared to my Roc-N-Soc, which breaks down into four pieces (tripod, seat, L-attachment and backrest) this one does not need any setting up beyond attaching the seat to the tripod and lifting the backrest into its upright position. The Roc-N-Soc requires actual assembly and disassembly, which is not nearly as convenient.

Do understand that this will add a lot of weight to your throne. I purchased this and the Round Rider throne to lighten the load imposed by my Roc-N-Soc throne. When all was said and done they weigh about the same.

Bottom line, I need a backrest of some sort and this is perfect for my gigging throne. I still prefer my Roc-N-Soc for permanent use in my studio, but for gigging this plus the throne is a perfect solution for my needs.

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July 4, 2020

Life Saver

By Juan S. from Miami
Music Background: Drummer

I can spend hours on my drums, especially behind the DAW, this backrest has saved my life! My back aches could cut my hours short but with this, the pain is gone. Thank you SweetWater, thanks Cody!

July 2, 2020

Great addition

By Shaun

I should have bought one of these years ago. I am much more relaxed while playing. As with anything I have ever bought from Tama, this is a very well made product.

July 20, 2019

Tama Backrest Assembly

By Bob M. from Galloway,NJ
Music Background: Jazz, rock and pop

This backrest has been a great and has helped me tremendously. It is well thought out since all you had to do was bolt it to the 1st chair seat which was already tapped and it was on in minutes.
Very well constructed and should last a very long time. Comfortable and adjustable, I felt the difference immediately and have adjusted the height of the backrest once and that"s it.
Your posture at the kit does have some effect on your playing over time, so if your having issues with your back, this backrest addition is a very good idea.

January 30, 2019

What a difference

By Chuck G. from Indiana
Music Background: Worship drummer

Had no idea how much posturing plays in drumming for long periods! With the TAMA FIRST CHAIR BACKREST; l set up straighter and take off stress of my lower back. Should have ordered this sooner! Highly recommend!

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