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Gretsch Broadkaster acoustic drum kit

Gretsch Broadkaster

USA-made 3-ply Gretsch shell pack built for warm vintage resonance.

Gretsch Shell pack

The Gretsch Broadkaster revives Gretsch's vintage 3-ply maple/poplar/maple shell recipe with reverse roundover 30-degree bearing edges, Silver Sealer interiors, and 302 hoops. It is a premium USA-made choice for players who want fat, open, mid-century-inspired tone without vintage drum fragility.

Recommended for

Vintage-tone enthusiasts Jazz and studio drummers Touring players who want old-school warmth with modern reliability

Shells & sizes

Shell material, finish, and exact drum sizes (diameter x depth).

Configuration3-, 4-, and 5-piece shell-pack platform
Shell materialMaple/Poplar/Maple
Plies / thickness3-ply thin shell without reinforcement rings, Silver Sealer interior
FinishSatin Walnut Glaze, Satin Classic Maple, Peacock Satin Flame, Turquoise Pearl, Satin Black Gold Duco, and more
Bass drumCommon 22 x 14 or 24 x 14 in configurations
SnareIncluded in some packs or sold separately — Maple/Poplar/Maple
Rack tomsRack tom: 12 x 8 in or 13 x 9 in
Floor tomsFloor tom: 16 x 16 in
Hardware includedGretsch 302 hoops, rail or GTS mounts depending on configuration, classic lugs; stands/pedals sold separately
Cymbals includedNone
Drum headsGretsch Permatone by Remo
Made inUSA

Pros and cons

Pros

  • 3-ply maple/poplar/maple shells
  • Reverse roundover 30-degree bearing edges
  • Gretsch 302 hoops balance openness and control
  • Handcrafted in the USA

Cons

  • Premium price
  • Thin 3-ply shells are less focused than thicker modern shells
  • Stands and cymbals sold separately

Key specs

TypeVintage-style shell pack
Shell material3-ply maple/poplar/maple
Bearing edgeReverse roundover 30-degree
Made inRidgeland, South Carolina, USA
Price verified$4,314