Yamaha 8200 Series Field-Corps Bass Drums are designed for top marching programs. Field-Corps bass drums provide a deep, resonant tone, and forceful attack. From the focused tone of the smallest size at 14" to the thunderous boom of the largest model at 32", these bass drums are versatile enough for both indoor and outdoor marching percussion activities.
The 7-ply birch/mahogany shell provides a precise balance of deep, resonant tones and solid, punchy attack. This shell configuration not only sounds great, it has a much lighter carrying weight than its all-hardwood counterparts. All Yamaha bass drums are made using the Air-Seal System™ which ensures that shells start round and stay round: an in-round shell tunes clearer and provides a pure fundamental tone. The 45° bearing edge allows each drum to speak clearly creating precise articulation.
The light, die-cast aluminum lugs are designed with a unique arch-shaped center. Lug designs are 26% lighter and 60% stronger than previous models. 10-ply birch round edge hoops constructed with the original Air-Seal System are utilized to deliver the strength necessary for maintaining consistent uniform tuning. The claw hook design delivers greater tuning stability. The new wide-body claw hook design also reduces hoop damage, while delivering greater tuning stability. 5.4mm steel tension rods provide easy, consistent tuning without adding unnecessary weight.
