Gretsch Catalina Maple 5-Piece Shell Pack, Deep Cherry Burst

The Legendary Gretsch Sound — Refined for Today’s Drummer

The Gretsch Catalina Maple series captures the unmistakable character of classic Gretsch tone — warm, open, and balanced — while integrating smart modern refinements for the working drummer.

This 5-piece shell pack, finished in a stunning Deep Cherry Burst high-gloss lacquer, combines expressive tone with timeless aesthetics. Whether you’re playing in the studio, on stage, or at home, the Catalina Maple delivers a professional sound that’s unmistakably Gretsch.

At the heart of this kit are 7-ply maple shells that produce a warm, focused low end and a smooth, musical high end. Gretsch’s signature 30-degree bearing edges allow the heads to sit flatter on the shell, enhancing resonance and tuning range.

Inside, each drum features the legendary Silver Sealer interior finish, designed to protect the wood and subtly shape the sonic character that Gretsch drums have been known for since the 1950s.

The GTS suspension tom mount system provides stability while allowing your rack toms to resonate freely. Add in the classic Gretsch lugs, triple-flanged hoops, and elegant low-mass hardware, and you have a kit that’s both visually stunning and tonally rich.

This configuration — 10" and 12" rack toms, 16" floor tom, 22" bass drum, and 14" snare — is versatile enough for virtually any style, from modern pop and funk to rock, blues, and jazz fusion.

Why Drummers Love the Catalina Maple

• Classic Maple Warmth – 7-ply maple shells deliver balanced mids, rich low-end tone, and smooth highs for both live and recording environments.

• Iconic Gretsch DNA – The same craftsmanship philosophy that defines their USA Custom series, refined for the working drummer.

• Silver Sealer Shell Interiors – A hallmark of Gretsch design that enhances projection and gives the drums a distinctive tonal identity.

• 30° Bearing Edges – Promote greater shell-head contact for controlled sustain and easier tuning.

• GTS Mounting System – Keeps toms open and resonant while maintaining rock-solid positioning.

• Deep Cherry Burst Finish – A visually stunning, hand-applied lacquer that transitions beautifully under stage lights.

• Complete with Matching Snare – The included 14" x 5.5" snare delivers crisp attack and smooth response to complement the shell pack’s tonality.

• Stage-Ready Hardware – Low-mass lugs and triple-flanged hoops ensure precise tuning stability with maximum resonance.

Sound Character

The Catalina Maple kit has a wide tonal palette that makes it ideal for players who demand versatility:

• The bass drum offers a deep, punchy thump with just the right amount of natural resonance — equally comfortable unported or muffled.

• The rack toms sing with clarity and focused tone that cuts through the mix without harshness.

• The floor tom provides a round, booming low end with a smooth decay.

• The matching snare brings crisp articulation and dynamic sensitivity — ideal for ghost notes, rimshots, and powerful backbeats.