The Crosstown Bop kit features a Stage Custom Birch shell pack in bop sizes including an 18′′x 15′′ bass drum, a 14′′x 13′′ floor tom, a 12′′x 8′′ tom and a matching 14′′x 5.5′′ snare drum. Combined with a Crosstown Advanced Lightweight hardware set including two CS3 cymbal stands, an SS3 snare drum stand, a HS3 hi-hat stand and an FPDS2A chain drive bass drum pedal, Crosstown Bop is the ultimate in performance and portability.
The Crosstown Bop kit features a Stage Custom Birch shell pack in bop sizes including an 18′′x 15′′ bass drum, a 14′′x 13′′ floor tom, a 12′′x 8′′ tom and a matching 14′′x 5.5′′ snare drum. Combined with a Crosstown Advanced Lightweight hardware set including two CS3 cymbal stands, an SS3 snare drum stand, a HS3 hi-hat stand and an FPDS2A chain drive bass drum pedal, Crosstown Bop is the ultimate in performance and portability.
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The lowest price we last saw for Yamaha Stage Custom Birch Fusion Kit Cranberry Red was $1,479.00 at drumfactory.com.au, compared across 3 retailers (last seen 13 July 2026). Prices may have changed since.
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Prices last updated 13 July 2026.
Yamaha Stage Custom Birch Fusion Kit Cranberry Red
The Crosstown Bop kit features a Stage Custom Birch shell pack in bop sizes including an 18′′x 15′′ bass drum, a 14′′x 13′′ floor tom, a 12′′x 8′′ tom and a matching 14′′x 5.5′′ snare drum. Combined with a Crosstown Advanced Lightweight hardware set including two CS3 cymbal stands, an SS3 snare drum stand, a HS3 hi-hat stand and an FPDS2A chain drive bass drum pedal, Crosstown Bop is the ultimate in performance and portability.
The Crosstown Bop kit features a Stage Custom Birch shell pack in bop sizes including an 18′′x 15′′ bass drum, a 14′′x 13′′ floor tom, a 12′′x 8′′ tom and a matching 14′′x 5.5′′ snare drum. Combined with a Crosstown Advanced Lightweight hardware set including two CS3 cymbal stands, an SS3 snare drum stand, a HS3 hi-hat stand and an FPDS2A chain drive bass drum pedal, Crosstown Bop is the ultimate in performance and portability.
Last updated at 13/07/2026 05:11:52
Yamaha Stage Custom Birch Kit – Fusion Cranberry Red
Yamaha Stage Custom Birch Fusion Drum Kit - Cranberry Red
Delivery $164.05
Yamaha Stage Custom Birch 5-Piece Fusion Drum Kit Cranberry Red
Delivery between Thu – Fri $44.05
originally posted on guitarcenter.com
I've been playing drums for a few years now and wanted something with better tone and better tuning range than my all poplar Pearl Roadshow I started on.My local GC suggested this kit, as it's made out of birch instead of poplar, but still within my price range.Wow! I think my band will love the look of this kit and more importantly, I love the sound of it myself. I was very impressed with how smooth the lugs were, how nice the build quality seems to be, and how easily they tune.I'm sure it's no DW kit, but in the price range I could afford, this thing is awesome!Also a bonus, I was able to trade in my Pearl towards this kit and receive 10% off. Thanks again!
originally posted on musiciansfriend.com
I picked this kit up for myself recently and I'm really loving it. The kit is small enough to gig with, but with the right tuning it can be very versatile-you can play with it in any genre. What drew me to it was the 20 kick drum and the 14 floor tom. I play it as a three-piece kit, so I can change up the rack toms depending on the gig and genre.
originally posted on musiciansfriend.com
So I did what you are probably doing now. Reading countless reviews and comparing this kit to others at this price point. I can't comment on other kits but I did end up buying this kit. First I'll say that it was an open box item. It came in great condition as it should and was packaged nicely(well protected). I decided on the natural wood finish because I would get an open box discount when I had been looking at the honey amber from the beginning. I'm actually glad I got the natural because it looks great. You can see the grain in the wood clearly and it's a nice refined professional looking kit.The reviews I read stated over and over the fact that this kit sounded way better than what you'll pay for it. Believe it. Now that being said, the drums are tuned the ... MoreSo I did what you are probably doing now. Reading countless reviews and comparing this kit to others at this price point. I can't comment on other kits but I did end up buying this kit. First I'll say that it was an open box item. It came in great condition as it should and was packaged nicely(well protected). I decided on the natural wood finish because I would get an open box discount when I had been looking at the honey amber from the beginning. I'm actually glad I got the natural because it looks great. You can see the grain in the wood clearly and it's a nice refined professional looking kit.The reviews I read stated over and over the fact that this kit sounded way better than what you'll pay for it. Believe it. Now that being said, the drums are tuned the right way and all the batter side heads on the toms and bass and both batter AND resonant heads on the snare are replaced with appropriate Remo heads. Ambassador coated for the tom heads, Emperor Coated(batter) and Ambassador Snare Side Hazy(resonant) for the snare, and Powerstroke 3 with a kevlar Falam Slam patch for the bass. I was unsure about the 20" bass since I have always played a 22 but I honestly love the punch that the 20 gets. The snare gets a great pop and perfect resonance with the head combination. I can't say enough about the toms. I bought the 10-12-14 combination. I was worried that the 14 wasn't deep enough of a tone but they sound amazing. In an acoustically dampened, carpeted room, they sound recorded just playing them. I could just sit there all day playing just the toms.The hardware seems well made and the six point lock in arms and clamps are pretty cool. I also like the YESS mounting clamps for the toms. Other people have commented that they kill the resonance and tone of the toms but I didn't think that was the case at all.So stop clicking around trying to decide and just get 'em. You'll love em.
| Country of Manufacture | China |
| Drum type | Acoustic |
| Product Line / Series | Stage Custom |
| Shell material | Birch |
Yamaha Stage Custom Birch Kit – Fusion Cranberry Red
Yamaha Stage Custom Birch Fusion Drum Kit - Cranberry Red
Delivery $164.05
Yamaha Stage Custom Birch 5-Piece Fusion Drum Kit Cranberry Red
Delivery between Thu – Fri $44.05
I've been playing drums for a few years now and wanted something with better tone and better tuning range than my all poplar Pearl Roadshow I started on.My local GC suggested this kit, as it's made out of birch instead of poplar, but still within my price range.Wow! I think my band will love the look of this kit and more importantly, I love the sound of it myself. I was very impressed with how smooth the lugs were, how nice the build quality seems to be, and how easily they tune.I'm sure it's no DW kit, but in the price range I could afford, this thing is awesome!Also a bonus, I was able to trade in my Pearl towards this kit and receive 10% off. Thanks again!
I picked this kit up for myself recently and I'm really loving it. The kit is small enough to gig with, but with the right tuning it can be very versatile-you can play with it in any genre. What drew me to it was the 20 kick drum and the 14 floor tom. I play it as a three-piece kit, so I can change up the rack toms depending on the gig and genre.
So I did what you are probably doing now. Reading countless reviews and comparing this kit to others at this price point. I can't comment on other kits but I did end up buying this kit. First I'll say that it was an open box item. It came in great condition as it should and was packaged nicely(well protected). I decided on the natural wood finish because I would get an open box discount when I had been looking at the honey amber from the beginning. I'm actually glad I got the natural because it looks great. You can see the grain in the wood clearly and it's a nice refined professional looking kit.The reviews I read stated over and over the fact that this kit sounded way better than what you'll pay for it. Believe it. Now that being said, the drums are tuned the ... MoreSo I did what you are probably doing now. Reading countless reviews and comparing this kit to others at this price point. I can't comment on other kits but I did end up buying this kit. First I'll say that it was an open box item. It came in great condition as it should and was packaged nicely(well protected). I decided on the natural wood finish because I would get an open box discount when I had been looking at the honey amber from the beginning. I'm actually glad I got the natural because it looks great. You can see the grain in the wood clearly and it's a nice refined professional looking kit.The reviews I read stated over and over the fact that this kit sounded way better than what you'll pay for it. Believe it. Now that being said, the drums are tuned the right way and all the batter side heads on the toms and bass and both batter AND resonant heads on the snare are replaced with appropriate Remo heads. Ambassador coated for the tom heads, Emperor Coated(batter) and Ambassador Snare Side Hazy(resonant) for the snare, and Powerstroke 3 with a kevlar Falam Slam patch for the bass. I was unsure about the 20" bass since I have always played a 22 but I honestly love the punch that the 20 gets. The snare gets a great pop and perfect resonance with the head combination. I can't say enough about the toms. I bought the 10-12-14 combination. I was worried that the 14 wasn't deep enough of a tone but they sound amazing. In an acoustically dampened, carpeted room, they sound recorded just playing them. I could just sit there all day playing just the toms.The hardware seems well made and the six point lock in arms and clamps are pretty cool. I also like the YESS mounting clamps for the toms. Other people have commented that they kill the resonance and tone of the toms but I didn't think that was the case at all.So stop clicking around trying to decide and just get 'em. You'll love em.
I have been playing drums for over 40 years in many types of venues from Concert (symphonic) to live performance (Jazz, Country, Rock, Blues, Big Band)I have owned many types of drums over the years (Ludwig, Mapex, Pearl , Newport, Sonor, Yamaha), these were not the low end kits mind you but the better end of the manufacturers kits. I find my current Yamaha stage custom birch to be far superior to my old Ludwig Pro Beats of the 1970s. I like my Sonor Force 2007, however the Yamaha Stage Custom Birch have a more tone independent sound, drum to drum.I have owned two sets of Yamaha stage custom drums, the initial 96 version and my current 2016 Birch version. I found both of them to be very durable drums when properly cared for. My first set was in great shape after ... MoreI have been playing drums for over 40 years in many types of venues from Concert (symphonic) to live performance (Jazz, Country, Rock, Blues, Big Band)I have owned many types of drums over the years (Ludwig, Mapex, Pearl , Newport, Sonor, Yamaha), these were not the low end kits mind you but the better end of the manufacturers kits. I find my current Yamaha stage custom birch to be far superior to my old Ludwig Pro Beats of the 1970s. I like my Sonor Force 2007, however the Yamaha Stage Custom Birch have a more tone independent sound, drum to drum.I have owned two sets of Yamaha stage custom drums, the initial 96 version and my current 2016 Birch version. I found both of them to be very durable drums when properly cared for. My first set was in great shape after 10-12 years of use, and is sill making music with its current owner. The hardware Yamaha uses is excellent and never chipped, faded, rusted or pitted over time.The finish of my older stage customs never faded and looked as good the day I sold them as it did he day I purchased them, even with continual gigging about town. The Bass drum hoops never cracked or showed signs of color fade. After 12 years of gigging about town they were still in great shape.My stage customs always held their tune even though In carted them about from gig to gig and to the studio. I'm no snowflake, when I mean these drums held up I mean they were in their cases in the back of the truck with the rest of the band gear. Loaded and unloaded and assembled and taken down with the rest of the bands gear (Of course I was my own roadie)The hardware (tom holders and the like) never failed or broke or rusted etc. They always worked and looked great, even though they experienced moving about during gigging. I have heard complaints of the tom balls failing but I never experienced this issue with my tom mounts. they worked as well 12 years later as they did on day one.My history with stage custom speaks for itself
Really like a 3.9 out of 5 assuming a 5 is a $3500 DW kit or a Recording Custom set. For the money, these are a 5. They look great, I mean for the money the finish is exceptional. I got the natural finish and it had me at 'hello' as they say. I replaced the tom heads with coated Evans heads and the Snare with a coated HD Dry by Evans. I've only had them a week so it's still early. I feel like the toms lose their tuning quickly and the snare has limited 'Sweet Spot'...I had to tune both the batter and reso heads up to about as high as they'd go to get the really wet, slappy sound out. Once I did, I was able to tune the batter head down a bit to find my favorite spot. I'd say, all in all, the snare is the most limited and I will replace it with a Ludwig Black Magic. ... MoreReally like a 3.9 out of 5 assuming a 5 is a $3500 DW kit or a Recording Custom set. For the money, these are a 5. They look great, I mean for the money the finish is exceptional. I got the natural finish and it had me at 'hello' as they say. I replaced the tom heads with coated Evans heads and the Snare with a coated HD Dry by Evans. I've only had them a week so it's still early. I feel like the toms lose their tuning quickly and the snare has limited 'Sweet Spot'...I had to tune both the batter and reso heads up to about as high as they'd go to get the really wet, slappy sound out. Once I did, I was able to tune the batter head down a bit to find my favorite spot. I'd say, all in all, the snare is the most limited and I will replace it with a Ludwig Black Magic. I've never owned a birch kit before so I am still trying to find my favorite tuning but I do believe these drums sound great and they are well worth twice what I paid. I would highly recommend. Once I got the toms where I wanted them I was pretty amazed. The sizes I got with the kit were 20" kick, 10", 12" and 14" toms. I removed the 10" and have a traditional 4-piece setup. This suits my playing style better and I may remount the 10" and use a side-mount for the 12" to be a 'floor tom' style location with the 14" behind that, ala John Bonham without the gigantic sizes. I feel like the toms have a pretty versatile tuning range, with moongels for overtones, but they do have a pretty specific sweet spot.
As a total novice with acoustic drums, you'll have to take my review for what it is. This is my first kit, so I have very little point of reference. Bottom line is that I haven't found any drawbacks to this kit so far. It was easy enough to assemble that a first-timer could do it without breaking anything, losing any pieces, or having any pieces left over. The tom mounts are great, and provide a lot of adjustment to accommodate players of various heights. And most importantly for me, they record very well in my home studio. I've had to learn to tune drums (not easy for a beginner!), and to get everything positioned and adjusted for ease of use. Nothing about this kit has stood in my way or prevented me from doing exactly what I want in this regard. Plus, the Yamaha ... MoreAs a total novice with acoustic drums, you'll have to take my review for what it is. This is my first kit, so I have very little point of reference. Bottom line is that I haven't found any drawbacks to this kit so far. It was easy enough to assemble that a first-timer could do it without breaking anything, losing any pieces, or having any pieces left over. The tom mounts are great, and provide a lot of adjustment to accommodate players of various heights. And most importantly for me, they record very well in my home studio. I've had to learn to tune drums (not easy for a beginner!), and to get everything positioned and adjusted for ease of use. Nothing about this kit has stood in my way or prevented me from doing exactly what I want in this regard. Plus, the Yamaha name brand garners a lot of respect from me. This kit is no exception to my Yamaha fanhood. The smaller tom size makes them want to be tuned a little higher than a rock and roller would normally want, but I've found them to be accommodating to slightly lower tunings that fit into my rock mixes very well. And don't worry about the 20" kick one bit. Once I tuned it, put an Evans EQ pad inside, and ported the resonant head (for interior microphone placement), it really packs a punch despite its small size. I'm also very impressed with the snare. Once I got it tuned up properly, it sounds great. Lots of snap to it, and lots of tone from the resonant head and snare wires.
Overall:I currently own 3 Yamaha Drum sets, I recently purchased a Raven Black Stage Custom Birch kit from zZounds.The Box was shipped FedEx and I received it as promised. Upon opening and inspecting the drum set it was remarkably packed and easy to remove and assemble. The box contains the entire kit including easy to read instructions and a drum key.The Raven Black is a beautiful color, no plastic wraps around the drum these are expertly finished. Assembly Tima isApprox. 1 hour if you inspect each peice and assemble. Tuning was a breeze, because of the Yamaha manufacturing they are perfectly round and have excellent bearing edges. I choose Evans Heads which you can also purchase here. The sound incredible, beautiful tones and extremely easy to tune as I already ... MoreOverall:I currently own 3 Yamaha Drum sets, I recently purchased a Raven Black Stage Custom Birch kit from zZounds.The Box was shipped FedEx and I received it as promised. Upon opening and inspecting the drum set it was remarkably packed and easy to remove and assemble. The box contains the entire kit including easy to read instructions and a drum key.The Raven Black is a beautiful color, no plastic wraps around the drum these are expertly finished. Assembly Tima isApprox. 1 hour if you inspect each peice and assemble. Tuning was a breeze, because of the Yamaha manufacturing they are perfectly round and have excellent bearing edges. I choose Evans Heads which you can also purchase here. The sound incredible, beautiful tones and extremely easy to tune as I already mentioned. I chooseYamaha Stage Custom Birch 5pc.Yamaha 780 series hardware packageAnd 2 additional 780 series boom stands.Evans UV1 coated tom heads and a coated Evans G2 Coated Snare head. For the bass drum I chose the Emad 2 and Black evens from head with the Port at 4 O'clock on the head.
Overall:I have been playing for thirty years and have owned many drum sets. These are the best sounding drums I have ever owned. These are not beginner drums. They look beautiful and tune easily with quality heads. The hardware is the best out there. Do not buy cheap beginner kits, start with these. Better instruments will make you a better player, they make playing more enjoyable and resell better. Many professionals play Yamaha Stage Custom Drums. This line also allows you to buy add ons as needed individually, you can easily find extra Tom and bass sizes in the finish you need for a fair price. I was worried about the shipping but This set was packed perfectly with great protection and Fedex did an excellent job shipping. The set came a day earlier than quoted. ... MoreOverall:I have been playing for thirty years and have owned many drum sets. These are the best sounding drums I have ever owned. These are not beginner drums. They look beautiful and tune easily with quality heads. The hardware is the best out there. Do not buy cheap beginner kits, start with these. Better instruments will make you a better player, they make playing more enjoyable and resell better. Many professionals play Yamaha Stage Custom Drums. This line also allows you to buy add ons as needed individually, you can easily find extra Tom and bass sizes in the finish you need for a fair price. I was worried about the shipping but This set was packed perfectly with great protection and Fedex did an excellent job shipping. The set came a day earlier than quoted. I ordered it very late Thursday and received at 1:00 on Monday. Nothing was wrong with the shipment. I received brand new drums in perfect condition. I will continue purchasing all my instruments through zZounds. Thank you for the great gear at a great price.
I am a professional, touring drummer and purchased this Yamaha kit to reduce the overall size and weight of the drums I was carrying. I'm extremely particular about the look, build quality, and overall sound of my drums. I have long time played Tama, Gretsch and Ludwig high-end kits. Here's my assessment.The Honey Amber finish is a brilliant, sharp, higher gloss lacquer that looks great compared to wrap and satin finishes. As weight and space were concerns for me, I purchased the Fusion 20" kick model. The 17" deep bass drum adds more "boom" than 14" deep base drums although it might be a factor when considering smaller stages. Like other reviewers, I immediately replaced the tom and bass drum batter heads with Remo pinstripes and an Aquarium Super Kick II. I left ... MoreI am a professional, touring drummer and purchased this Yamaha kit to reduce the overall size and weight of the drums I was carrying. I'm extremely particular about the look, build quality, and overall sound of my drums. I have long time played Tama, Gretsch and Ludwig high-end kits. Here's my assessment.The Honey Amber finish is a brilliant, sharp, higher gloss lacquer that looks great compared to wrap and satin finishes. As weight and space were concerns for me, I purchased the Fusion 20" kick model. The 17" deep bass drum adds more "boom" than 14" deep base drums although it might be a factor when considering smaller stages. Like other reviewers, I immediately replaced the tom and bass drum batter heads with Remo pinstripes and an Aquarium Super Kick II. I left all the resonant heads and both heads on the snare. With this combination, I was able to get a huge, deep sound w/o having to go to the larger 22" setup. I also ported the bass drum resonant head as birch drums sound great under mics...no exception here. This kit is about 1/2 the weight of my other high end kits.I had no problems tuning these drums like some reported, but am still dialing in the 14" floor tom. I might have to replace the resonant head to get rid of some annoying overtones; I've had this problem with other higher priced kits. You can probably get by with the standard heads for a while but they do not yield the performance to which these drums are capable.This kit has some nice features they don't mention like the Yamaha badges that allow you to change out or delete a ride tom and an extra hole in the tom holder that allows mounting of an extra splash cymbal holder. For the money and number of drums provided, I would rate it above the Gretsch Catalina which I've previously owned. To make this great sounding kit even more mobile, consider Yamaha's lightweight, crosstown aluminum hardware pack and get them from the great folks at Sam Ash Music, Buffalo Grove, IL
Overall:Before you get all hooked up on the hype and advertising of the other brands, you may want to look a bit deeper.Just so you know, there is a huge difference between companies, and woods and manufacturing. Although all drum sets look amazing on the showroom floor, what really matters, how do they sound in real life. Woods like Poplar and mahogany, are not the best woods for drums. Of coarse, they appealing part is they come with hardware and cheap cymbals, the parents are so value oriented they think its the best deal.. WRONG.If you are truly looking to get the best value, that lays in the promised land of Yamaha. The 6 ply all birch shells are incredible and the fit and finish is not a plastic wrap, it is a actual finish on the shell, the colors are ... MoreOverall:Before you get all hooked up on the hype and advertising of the other brands, you may want to look a bit deeper.Just so you know, there is a huge difference between companies, and woods and manufacturing. Although all drum sets look amazing on the showroom floor, what really matters, how do they sound in real life. Woods like Poplar and mahogany, are not the best woods for drums. Of coarse, they appealing part is they come with hardware and cheap cymbals, the parents are so value oriented they think its the best deal.. WRONG.If you are truly looking to get the best value, that lays in the promised land of Yamaha. The 6 ply all birch shells are incredible and the fit and finish is not a plastic wrap, it is a actual finish on the shell, the colors are absolutely stunning, and theextras on this kit are among those costing $1,500 more.The Stage custom drum set by Yamaha is one you will be able to use the rest of your life, in any situation, any venue.the best values start here; Birch 6 ply shells, triple flange hoops, 10 lug snare drums, same hardware. most high volume retailers will not even put a set on the floor, the reason being they would only sell Yamaha's at that price point.now, I know this ad sounds like the Yamaha guys wrote it, but be assured I'm a drummer who has played drums since 1967, I have owned Ludwig, Tama, Pearl,PDP, and various other kits. in all situations gigs, concerts, clubs, rehearsal and recording..My last kit was stolen not too long ago, I just got my new Yamaha Stage Custom kit three days ago. perfect, perfect and perfect.I also purchased the 7 series hardware package, and Sabian cast Cymbals.Do your self a favor, and purchase these drums right here at zZounds
| Country of Manufacture | China |
| Drum type | Acoustic |
| Product Line / Series | Stage Custom |
| Shell material | Birch |
