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RUKUS DRUM SHELL DESIGN
Character and Sonic Excellence starts with the drum shell.
At Rukus, we believe the pinnacle of sound, character, and performance starts with the drum shell. We not only design and build our own shells, but we also build the molds they are made in. No high-tech machinery used here. Rukus shells are as hands-on as possible. Fabricated with that vintage vibe drummers are searching for, with modern edging and performance. Warmth and charm with nearly endless build layups. Just like that special K ride, it’s an instrument to cherish for many years.
THE ARTISAN DIFFERENCE
At Rukus, we are always building and creating. We truly feel what sets us apart is our endless array of build options and custom specs. With Rukus Drums, the shell lay-up and construction are virtually endless for a specific and vital reason: we offer more than just a limited amount of choices to get close to the desired sound, we custom-build a shell to achieve the exact sound desired.
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Green Liquer wrap
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RUKUS HANDCRAFTS EVERY DRUM SHELL IN-HOUSE TO BRING YOU AN ARTISAN INSTRUMENT THAT IS SONICALLY DISTINCT, WITH EFFORTLESS PLAYABILITY.
VCD
(Vintage Core Design)
6 ply with 6 ply rings
2 ply maple inner*
2 ply poplar core
2 ply maple outer*
*Mahogany, Cherry, Luan
VSD
(Vintage Shell Design)
6 ply, 6 ply rings
Maple, Cherry, Oak, Mahogany, Luan
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VPD
(Vary Ply Design)
Maple 6 ply
2 thin inner plies​
2 thick core plies
2 thin outer plies
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VPDH
(Vary Ply Design Heavy)
Maple 8 ply
2 thin inner plies​
4 thicker inner plies
2 thin outer plies
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SE
(Straight Eight)
Maple, Cherry, Oak, Luan, or Mahogany
8 ply
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Hybrid
Shell species mixed to desired layups
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VSD & SE plies species can be mixed and laid up in desired orientation. We can also use different lay ups for each drum if desired.
After all, custom should be, well...custom.
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