Sonor
Product Description
Sonor Vintage Series – A Classic Reimagined for Today’s Drummer
The Sonor Vintage Series is a masterful fusion of timeless design and modern craftsmanship, inspired by the iconic Teardrop drums of the 1950s and ‘60s. Developed in collaboration with Sonor artists and vintage drum collectors, the Vintage Series faithfully captures the look, feel, and sound of the original Teardrops—while incorporating cutting-edge innovations to meet the demands of today’s players.
Authentic Sonor Sound with a Vintage Voice
At the heart of the Vintage Series is Sonor’s use of rounded bearing edges, a defining feature that delivers the warm, fat, and resonant tone associated with classic drums. These rounded edges provide that sought-after vintage sound, while maintaining tuning stability and tonal consistency across all environments.
Each drum shell is constructed from 9-ply, 6mm Cross-Laminated Tension Free (CLTF) Beech, a hallmark of Sonor’s renowned tonewood engineering. The result is a shell that sings with rich mids, controlled lows, and articulate highs, perfectly suited for everything from classic jazz and soul to modern indie and rock.
Period-Correct Aesthetics and Hardware
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2.3mm Triple-Flanged Superprofil Hoops – A redesigned version of the original 1950s hoops for open tone and vintage authenticity
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Classic Vintage-Style Claws on bass drums, complete with retro wing screws
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TuneSafe Lug Technology – A modern innovation that prevents tension rods from loosening, ensuring reliable tuning under all conditions
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Coated Remo Ambassador Batter Heads and Clear Ambassador Snare Reso Heads for an authentic, responsive playing feel
Why We Love the Sonor Vintage Series:
- Faithful recreation of the iconic Sonor Teardrop drums
- Modern reliability and durability without sacrificing vintage charm
- Rounded bearing edges for that lush, warm tone drummers crave
- High-quality CLTF Beech shells deliver articulate, musical response
- Vintage hardware reimagined with Sonor’s signature attention to detail
The Sonor Vintage Series isn’t just a nod to the past—it’s a fully modern instrument with deep roots in drum history. For drummers who want timeless tone, reliable performance, and unmatched craftsmanship, this series offers the complete Sonor experience—vintage soul, modern precision.