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Yamaha Question

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HI All,

I just got myself a Yamaha Maple Custom set that I'm picking up 8th Jan.

The original bass drum T's and claws are no longer with the drum. The T's have been replaced with straight rods.

My question is this: I want to replace the rods back to T's. Is there a difference in the claws between,

(a) original Maple Custom Claws

(b) Maple Custom Absolute Claws

(c) Maple Custom Absolute Nouveau Claws.

I've read on the Yamaha website that the original style (A) claws that this drum would have had originaly have now been discontinued, does anyone know if this is correct? If so, will the claws from the "Absolute" or "Absolute Nouveau" fit a maple custom hoop? I've heard the original Maple Custom hoops were thicker and thus the original claws were thinner, if anyone can confirm any of the above or help me finding any original claws I'd be greatful.

Pic of what I'm looking for below :-

Thanks guys.

Dave

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Posted on 9 years ago
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I am 99% sure I can get the claws for you , and the rods as well . Please supply part #s .

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Posted on 9 years ago
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jazzbo,

That's great news, Part Numbers from Yamaha's website are as follows:-

Claws

Ref: Part No

K-1. U0 053020 RIM TENSION CLAW HOOK

T's

Ref: Part No

A-100 U0043350 BD TENSION ROD (3) L-100mm

Also the part number for the 115mm T's if needed.

U0 043450

The T's come in either 100mm or 115mm. As I don't have the set just yet I'm not quite sure which length I need.

I bought 2 bass drums. A 20" and a 22", both 10 lugs per side. I'll definatly need 20 T's and 20 Claws, but, could be 40 each if I find out neither drum has the correct T's & Claws.

You can email me at : [email]diddle001@blueyonder.co.uk[/email]

If you can obtain the parts could you get a price plus shipping to me in the UK. I'd be forever in your debt.

Thanks.

Dave

Posted on 9 years ago
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Claws found , I think , but the long Japanese New Year holiday kicks off tomorrow so don't think I'll be able to confirm availability until .the 5th of January .

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Yamaha Birch Custom Absolute Burgundy Spkl. bop
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Posted on 9 years ago
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jazzbo,

Jeepers, that was fast. It's the T's I really really want to put back on the set. God knows why anyone would want to swap them for straight rods in the first place is a mystery to me. Many thanks for you assistance so far with this, really appreciated.

Do you know if Yamaha have actually discontinued those T's?

Re: Japanese new year. and confirmation of availability, that's ok, and understood. Just contact me when you find out.

Dave

Posted on 9 years ago
#5
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Probably discontinued but not positive . I'll search for Ts in the morning . Nearing midnight here in Japan .

1963 Gretsch Progressive Jazz Champagne Sparkle
1967 Ludwig Super Classic Oyster Blue Pearl
Yamaha Birch Custom Absolute Burgundy Spkl. bop
etc...
Posted on 9 years ago
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jazzbo,

Thanks, speak to you tomorrow.

Dave

Posted on 9 years ago
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Nice score! I have replaced my bass t-rods with straight rods because they seem to hang up and bend on the edge of my soft padded bags when packing up my kit after one night jobs. I do have all the original rods and washers sealed in a plastic bag safely put away.

Posted on 9 years ago
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From diddle001

jazzbo,Thanks, speak to you tomorrow.Dave

I have contacted a dealer who has the parts listed on their website , but like I said with the holiday starting it may be a week or so before I hear anything .

1963 Gretsch Progressive Jazz Champagne Sparkle
1967 Ludwig Super Classic Oyster Blue Pearl
Yamaha Birch Custom Absolute Burgundy Spkl. bop
etc...
Posted on 9 years ago
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jazzbo

Much appreciated.

OleHickory

Would you be interested in selling me the T's.? If so, PLEASE contact me. Either pm me or email me at: [email]diddle001@blueyoner.co.uk[/email]

Many thanks.

Dave

Posted on 9 years ago
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