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Ludwig Classic Maple Series with Steven Wolf

Ludwig Classic Maple Series with Steven Wolf

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Description

Handcrafted at Ludwig’s facility in Monroe, North Carolina, the Classic Maple Downbeat 3-piece shell pack reflects decades of drum building focused on feel, balance and musical response. Designed to adapt easily to different rooms and playing situations, this Classic Maple configuration delivers the sensitivity and tuning flexibility working drummers rely on in both studio and live environments. Featuring a 20x14" bass drum, 12x8" rack tom and 14x14" floor tom, the Downbeat setup offers a confident, grounded voice that feels substantial without becoming oversized. Built using Ludwig’s RFST Radio Frequency Shell Technology molding process for even curing and long-term stability, it’s a timeless Ludwig layout that responds quickly, rewards touch and feels immediately familiar behind the kit.

Classic Maple Shells With a Responsive, Musical Character

Each drum in the Downbeat shell pack is built from Ludwig’s trusted 7-ply maple construction formed to a 6 mm thickness, valued for its balanced response and expressive feel. Maple’s naturally even tonal profile delivers warmth in the low end while keeping notes clear and open across the kit. Precision 45-degree bearing edges allow the shells to react quickly under the sticks, supporting subtle dynamics as easily as stronger accents. The result is a lively, flexible playing experience that stays musical rather than over-controlled.

Finish Options and Configuration Designed for Natural Flow

The Downbeat shell pack is offered in a range of Ludwig finishes, allowing players to choose a visual identity that suits their setup without distracting from the sound. The 20x14" bass drum provides a focused, supportive foundation, while the 12x8" rack tom and 14x14" floor tom move naturally for fills and groove work. Together, the configuration encourages fluid movement around the kit and delivers a cohesive sound that feels connected, controlled and unmistakably Ludwig.

Ludwig Classic Maple Downbeat 3-Piece Drum Shell Pack - Moss Green Pearl
Ludwig Classic Maple Downbeat 3-Piece Drum Shell Pack - Moss Green Pearl
Features
  • Classic Downbeat configuration delivers balance and control across styles
  • 20x14" bass drum provides focused low end for tight live and studio mixes
  • 12x8" rack tom and 14x14" floor tom support clear articulation and flow
  • RFST-molded 7-ply maple shells ensure stability and consistent response
  • 45-degree bearing edges promote quick attack and tuning flexibility
  • Triple-flange hoops preserve open tone and natural shell resonance
Specs
General
  • Product type: Drum shell pack
  • Series: Classic maple
  • Configuration: Downbeat
Shells
  • Shell material: Maple
  • Shell construction: 7-ply
  • Shell thickness: 6 mm
  • Bearing edge: 45-degree
  • Molding process: RFST radio frequency shell technology
Drum sizes
  • Bass drum: 20x14"
  • Rack tom: 12x8"
  • Floor tom: 14x14"
Hardware
  • Hardware material: Steel
  • Hoops: Triple-flange
Heads
  • Included heads: Branded
Other
  • Snare drum: Sold separately
  • Country of origin: United States
Warranty
Maple and birch drum sets (drums only) - 3-year warranty.
Marching and timpani drums - 3-year warranty.
Sticks and hardware - 1-year warranty.
Cases - 1-year warranty.
Accent drum line - 1-year warranty.

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  • My new old favorite kit

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    submitted6 years ago

    byDrummer #50

    fromPortland, Oregon

    My new favorite kit out of the 8 or so I've owned in my lifetime. Compact size, but the sound still projects plenty loud enough for smaller venues with no mic. I wanted something that wouldn't blow the doors off the place, and have long sought after a kit with a 20" kick. There aren't as many kits with this size, most are 16x22" or 18x22", which is fine in many cases. Anyway, the vintage black oyster finish is just as good in person as in the picture, maybe even better. The tom mount is small and lightweight. I paired this kit with the Ludwig Atlas Classic cymbal and hi-hat stands and now the amount of weight I'm humping around to shows is much less than before. Plus it looks just like Ringo's kit from '63, so that's a bonus. did I mention it sounds great?

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  • asked byChris F.

    fromHamburg, NJ

    Hello ! I recently watched unboxings of Ludwig downbeats, and seen many pictures on various companies selling these kits. I have noticed in all but one video that the racks have the Ludwig Atlas Tom mounts installed, replacing one lug, which I am not a fan of .My only question for you guys is if I can request the Ludwig Atlas rack tom mount replaced with its normal rack Lug, I plan to install a different mount when I purchase one.

    Open Reply - Ronald
    We aren't able to do it, but you can reach out to your local store to see if they know of anyone locally that can professionally handle swapping out the hardware.
  • asked byPj

    fromPrescott AZ

    Does this come with a tom tom mount

    Open Reply - Thomas
    No, it doesn't.