Description

Ludwig Vistalite has made transparent acrylic construction part of its identity since 1972, and the Vistalite Fab 3-piece shell pack brings that unmistakable design to a compact three-piece configuration. Handcrafted in the USA, its 6 mm acrylic shells feature reinforced seams and precision 45-degree bearing edges designed for elevated sustain, crisp attack and a wide tuning range. The Fab setup combines a 13x9" rack tom, 16x16" floor tom and 22x14" bass drum, balancing substantial tom dimensions with a more compact bass drum than the Pro Beat configuration. Large Classic lugs and 2.3 mm triple-flanged hoops provide familiar Ludwig appointments, while Silver Dot batter heads and Clear Ambassador resonant heads complete the factory setup. Available in multiple transparent colors, the Fab shell pack puts Vistalite construction and classic Ludwig character at the center of the kit.

USA-Made Acrylic Shells Define the Vistalite Character

At the heart of the Fab shell pack are Ludwig's 6 mm acrylic shells, handcrafted in the USA with reinforced seams. Each shell receives a precision 45-degree bearing edge designed to promote sustain, crisp attack and an unrestricted tuning range. That combination gives the drums the performance characteristics Ludwig specifies for Vistalite while preserving the transparent construction that has defined the series since 1972. Offered in multiple colors, the acrylic shells make their construction part of the kit's visual identity rather than concealing it beneath a conventional wrap or opaque finish.

Classic Ludwig Appointments Complete the Acrylic Build

Large Classic lugs and 2.3 mm triple-flanged hoops give the Vistalite Fab shell pack traditional Ludwig hardware appointments alongside its unconventional acrylic construction. Ludwig Silver Dot batter heads further connect the kit to the Vistalite tradition, using a design based on the original 1970s specification. Ludwig describes these heads as complementing the shells with added snap and stick definition while supporting their clean tonal character and sonic range. Clear Ambassador resonant heads complete the head configuration, giving all three drums a coordinated factory setup.

Fab Configuration Centers on a 22-Inch Bass Drum

The Fab configuration combines a 13x9" rack tom and 16x16" floor tom with a 22x14" bass drum, creating a distinct alternative to Ludwig's larger 24" Pro Beat setup. The three-piece format provides the core shells while leaving the snare, cymbals and additional hardware open to the drummer's preferred setup. Across the available transparent colors, the dimensions, 6 mm acrylic construction and Ludwig appointments remain consistent. For drummers seeking the Vistalite platform around a 22" bass drum, the Ludwig Vistalite Fab 3-piece shell pack combines classic Fab dimensions with USA-made acrylic construction and enduring Ludwig design.

Ludwig Vistalite Fab 3-Piece Shell Pack With 22" Bass Drum - Teal
Ludwig Vistalite Fab 3-Piece Shell Pack With 22" Bass Drum - Teal
Ludwig Vistalite Fab 3-Piece Shell Pack With 22" Bass Drum - Teal

Features

  • 3-piece Fab shell pack pairs USA-made acrylic shells with bold, clean tone
  • 45-degree bearing edges promote crisp attack, sustain and a wide tuning range
  • Fab sizing combines 13x9" and 16x16" toms with a 22x14" bass drum
  • 6 mm acrylic shells provide the distinctive Vistalite sound and visual character
  • 2.3 mm triple-flanged hoops balance open resonance with responsive articulation
  • Large Classic lugs provide traditional Ludwig styling and dependable tuning
  • Silver Dot batter heads add snap and stick definition to the acrylic shells
  • Clear Ambassador resonant heads complement the coordinated factory setup
  • Multiple transparent colors showcase the unmistakable Vistalite aesthetic

Specs

General
  • Product type: 3-piece shell pack
  • Series: Vistalite
  • Model: L94233LXWC
Configuration
  • Configuration name: Fab
  • Rack tom: 13x9"
  • Floor tom: 16x16"
  • Bass drum: 22x14"
Shells
  • Shell material: Acrylic
  • Shell thickness: 6 mm
  • Shell construction: Reinforced seams
  • Bearing edge: 45-degree
  • Available finishes: Bronze, Purple, Teal
Hardware
  • Lugs: Large Classic lugs
  • Tom hoops: 2.3 mm steel triple-flanged
  • Rack tom mount: Vibraband isolation mounting system
  • Tom brackets: P1216 9 mm
  • Floor tom legs: 9 mm
  • Bass drum hoops: Satin black with Silver Sparkle inlays
  • Bass drum spurs: Ludwig curved spurs
  • Badge: Blue/Olive badge
Heads
  • Batter heads: Ludwig Silver Dot
  • Resonant heads: Clear Ambassador
Other
  • Country of origin: USA

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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