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Gretsch Drums Renown LTD 4-piece Shell Pack - Mahogany with Pearl Inlay

4-piece Mahogany Shell Pack with 12" Rack Tom, 16" Floor Tom, 22" Bass Drum, and 14" Snare - Mahogany with Pearl Inlay
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The Definition of Percussive Charm

Here’s your chance to become the proud owner of a gorgeous, exclusive Renown LTD shell pack from Gretsch! This stunning 4-piece features 7-ply premium mahogany shells accented with vintage marine pearl inlays bursting at the seams with rich tonal character and elegant charm. Topped with 4mm die-cast hoops, these shells are afforded the degree of cut and dependable intonation that Sweetwater drummers seek out for professional use not only under stage lights, but while miked up in the recording studio, too. And, of course, it wouldn’t be a proper Gretsch kit without uniquely voiced 30-degree bearing edges and silver sealer shell interiors. A perfect commemoration for Gretsch’s 140th anniversary, the Renown LTD 4-piece Shell Pack pays tribute to a historic Gretsch model that will dazzle eyes and ears alike!

Marvelous mahogany shells

There’s a lot to be said for shell packs that can deliver equally in terms of tonality and aesthetics, and this Gretsch Renown LTD 4-piece takes the cake! Plied seven times over with top-tier mahogany, this pack boasts fantastically deep, authoritative, and naturally woody tones with an enviable sustain and commanding presence. Consequentially, this design prioritizes open resonance and stalwart sustain for a thrilling sonic result. Live, these shells can shout. But in the studio, the rich tonal intricacies of the mahogany will emerge with glorious appeal. Not to mention, the exterior of this Renown LTD 4-piece boasts some seriously snazzy swagger in the form of white marine pearl inlays.

Furthermore, each shell comes equipped with some killer Gretsch-specific elements that inject the Renown LTD 4-piece with a unique voice and look. First, each drum is shaved with thicker and rounded 30° bearing edges, allowing each drumhead more contact with the shell than traditional 45° bearing edges and resulting in a fat and focused tone. Internally, Gretsch’s signature silver sealer coats the inside-most ply of mahogany to aid in the shell’s integrity and tonal purity over time. The cherry on top is a set of classic Gretsch round badges adorning the outside of each drum.

Cymbals, pedals, and additional hardware not included.
Cymbals, pedals, and additional hardware not included.

Hardworking hardware

While the beautiful tonewood songs and well-dressed vibes of this shell pack are distractingly indisputable, the hardware of this kit makes a valiant case for driving its premier sonic refinement and performance reliability. Armed with 4mm die-cast hoops, you’ll unleash cross-sticks and rimshots with sheer authority while knowing that your intonation will remain virtually untampered with all set long, no matter how hard you play! Smaller classic Gretsch lugs reduce weight and dampening, while the center-mounted snare lugs encourage backbeat focus. Furthermore, the virgin bass drum design presents few tonal inhibitions for your kick sound, providing properly resonating and massively present bass beats with ease.

Gretsch: cheers to 140 years!

Gretsch has manufactured drums for an incredible 140 years, and the Renown LTD 4-piece Shell Pack is the perfect way to commemorate such an occasion. The original Renown model appeared in 1948, maintaining a favorable status among the drumming community for decades. Suffice it to say, it’s the ideal foundation for this 1-year-only release. Pairing the charm and elegance of the original vintage instruments with the functionality and superb sonics of modern drum building, the Renown LTD 4-piece will set you up for success anywhere you choose to play. But these shell packs won’t be available for long, so call your Sweetwater Sales Engineer today to get your hands on one!

Cymbals, pedals, and additional hardware not included.

Gretsch Renown LTD 4-piece Shell Pack Features:

  • A perfect commemoration to celebrate 140 years of Gretsch drum building
  • 7-ply mahogany shells deliver deep, rich, and authoritative tonality with incredible sustain
  • 30° bearing edges allow for more drumhead-to-shell contact and fatten up the tone
  • Silver sealer interiors promote shell integrity and tonal purity
  • Die-cast hoops prioritize intonation and promote authoritative rimshots and cross-sticks
  • Gretsch’s small classic lugs reduce weight and inhibiting of resonance
  • Virgin bass drum design allows for maximum resonance and sustain of kick beats
  • White marine pearl inlays atop natural grain flaunt this pack’s 1-year-only curb appeal!

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Tech Specs

  • Manufacturer Part Number: RNLTD-R424-MGI

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