Gretsch drums have been blending sound and sophistication for well over a century and this beautiful Renown Walnut kit is no exception to that craftsmanship. Featuring a 6-ply Walnut/Maple/Walnut shell with a 30 degree bearing edge, these drums provide sonically balanced tones with a great deal of low projection, giving them a unique sound all their own applicable to any musical situation. Not only do these drums utilize Walnut’s rich tonal qualtieis, the beautiful Gloss Natural Walnut to Black fade also showcases the stunning visiaul aspects as well. Using Gretsch’s time-tested formula for quality instruments, the saying “That Great Gretsch Sound” certainly describes these drums in just a few short words.