Yes, I lifted this from eBay... I just happened to run across it this morning. I did think it was interesting enough, and if not, maybe scarce enough to become interesting. Anyway, I don't own 'em. I thought I'd grabbed the sellers moniker, but I guess I missed it. If these belong to one of 'us' here on the forum, my apologies. These are pick up only, and on the east coast (wrong one for me). Also, the auction is over I think. There are a few more pictures if anyone would like them. So... copied directly from the auction:
1982 Tama Limited Edition Royalstar 5 Piece Set
3-day sale !!!!! LOCAL pickup only
Rare 1982 Limited Edition Royalstar 5 Piece Drum Set
Birch covered Mahogany finished in satin cherry wine
Brand new Remo CS Clear - white dot heads
This kits are often discussed on the forums but little has been known about them.
They appear in no known catalog or Tama publication. Image #12 shows an image from the
October 1982 Modern Drummer Magazine. The photo was taken at the NAMM show and describes the set.
What's so special about this kit?
Hoshino-Camco Lugs. No other Tama kit has these lugs. These are the same lugs used on the Hoshino-Era Camco kits
The Big "T" badges have 82-XXXXX serial numbers. this kit was only available in 1982
Royalstar shells but with beautiful birch veneer. Before 1982 Royalstar kits were finished with wraps. In 1982 Tama introduced the "painted" finishes but those shells were shina not birch.
Satin Cherry Wine finish over birch veneer. While Superstar kits were available in Cherry Wine over birch, they weren't available in a Satin finish - only high gloss.
Matching wooden hoops
This set is iconic in that it exemplifies Tama's ceaseless pursuit to produce the highest quality, most aesthetically appealing kits at the best prices.
Drums:
8" X 12" Mounted Tom,
9" X 13" Mounted Tom,
16"x 16" Floor Tom,
14" X 22" Bass Drum
5" X 14" Snare Drum
This auction DOES NOT INCLUDE Cymbal stands, snare stand, hi-hat stand or bass drum pedal but these are available for an additional $120
Historically significant. Visually appealing Rock-solid construction Timeless styling
LOCAL pickup only
