Inspired by Yamaha award winning Maple Custom Absolute and Absolute Maple Hybrid, Yamaha Drums fuses decades of being the most in demand touring and studio drums in the world for professionals by introducing Tour Custom. Designed with close consultation by Yamaha's world-wide artist family, maximum projection through the wide dynamic range is achieved with 6-ply 5.6mm maple shells, 2.3mm inverse Dyna-Hoops and now with U.S. Maple grain under luxurious clear satin finishes. Professional options for working drummers on a budget.