Product details
Description
Essential Information About the Armory Stage 22 Drum Kit
- Versatile "Stage" Configuration: 22-inch bass drum with 10, 12 toms and 16 floor tom to cover rock, pop, and contemporary music.
- 5 Drums for a Complete Set: an ideal balance between compactness, sound range, and tuning possibilities.
- Tomahawk 14 x 5.5 Snare Drum: lively response and sharp attack for prominent backbeats.
- Without Accessories: delivered without hardware or cymbals, perfect if you already have your equipment or want to choose it à la carte.
Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
The "Stage 22" configuration has become a standard for drummers who want a kit capable of performing well both in rehearsals and concerts, with a generous bass drum and a very balanced set of toms. In an acoustic drum range, this type of pack is generally positioned as an "all-terrain" solution: powerful enough for the stage, while remaining easy to place and tune for studio or small venues.
Who This Drum Kit Is For
This drum kit is particularly aimed at intermediate and advanced drummers looking for an effective 5-drum set, with a real presence in the low end thanks to the 22-inch bass drum. It is well suited for styles that require punch and projection (rock, pop, funk, punk, indie), and can also handle tighter tunings for modern and precise sounds.
Features and Innovations
The strength of a "Stage 22" pack lies in its playing coherence: two rack toms (10 and 12) for quick fills, a 16 floor tom for a broad low-midrange, and a 22 x 18 bass drum providing the foundation. The Tomahawk 14 x 5.5 snare completes the set with a direct character, ideal for maintaining a clean rimshot in the mix. The fact that the kit comes without accessories gives you the freedom to choose stands, pedals, and cymbals suited to your ergonomics and style.
Sound
Beyond dimensions, tuning and head selection will make a large part of the difference: the 22 x 18 bass drum naturally favors impact and depth, while the 10 and 12 toms offer quick attack and well-defined notes. The 16 x 16 floor tom provides a full low end, very musical for breaks and heavy grooves.
Depending on the wood species of the shells, the character can vary: maple is often associated with balanced warmth and generous sustain, birch with a more pronounced attack and very clear projection, mahogany with a round, vintage low-midrange, and poplar with a soft response that is easy to control. Whatever the material, this "Stage" configuration remains a solid foundation to shape your sound, from modern punch to a more rootsy grain.
Technical Specifications
Configuration
- Type: acoustic drum kit
- Number of Drums: 5
- Pack: without accessories
Drum Dimensions
- Bass Drum: 22 x 18 inches
- Tom: 10 x 8 inches
- Tom: 12 x 9 inches
- Floor Tom: 16 x 16 inches
- Tomahawk Snare: 14 x 5.5 inches
Included / Not Included
- Included: drums (bass drum, toms, floor tom), Tomahawk snare
- Not Included: accessories (hardware, cymbals, pedal, throne, etc.)