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This Ludwig Classic Maple 3pc Drum Kit in Jumbo Red Pearl is now available with us at Graham Russell Drums!

The Ludwig Classic Maple is one of the most iconic American-made drum kits ever produced, combining decades of Ludwig heritage with a shell design that continues to define countless studio recordings and live performances. Built in the USA using Ludwig’s renowned 7-ply North American maple shells, the Classic Maple series is known for its open resonance, powerful projection and exceptional tuning range, delivering the unmistakable warmth and punch that drummers associate with classic Ludwig kits.

This configuration captures everything that makes traditional Ludwig setups so sought after. The 22" x 14" bass drum offers a fast, responsive feel with strong low-end punch and noticeably more articulation than deeper modern kick drums, making it incredibly versatile both live and in the studio. Paired with the 13" x 9" rack tom and 16" x 16" floor tom, the kit produces the kind of open, resonant tom tones that have become synonymous with vintage-inspired maple shell packs, with excellent sustain and a naturally musical response across the tuning range.

The shells themselves are constructed using Ludwig’s RFST moulding process and feature precision-cut 45-degree bearing edges, helping maximise resonance, sustain and sensitivity. At approximately 6mm thick, the shells strike an ideal balance between openness and control, allowing the drums to remain lively and responsive without becoming difficult to manage. The kit is fitted with triple-flanged hoops, classic mini lugs and chrome hardware throughout, maintaining the unmistakable Ludwig aesthetic and feel.

What makes this kit truly unique, however, is the finish. The stunning Jumbo Red Pearl wrap was designed exclusively for Graham Russell Drums and is unavailable anywhere else in the world. Under light, the wrap produces incredible depth and movement, combining rich crimson tones with a dramatic vintage-style pearl pattern that immediately stands out while still feeling authentically Ludwig. It’s a finish that manages to feel both timeless and completely unique at the same time.

The bass drum also features an undrilled bass drum design, meaning there is no mounted tom hardware fitted directly to the shell. This creates a cleaner, more traditional appearance while also allowing the shell to resonate more freely, contributing further to the open and lively response the kit naturally produces.

This is not simply another Ludwig Classic Maple configuration in a catalogue finish. It is a genuinely exclusive USA-built setup created specifically for Graham Russell Drums, combining one of Ludwig’s most celebrated shell designs with a finish that cannot be found anywhere else worldwide.

Key Features

• Exclusive Jumbo Red Pearl wrap designed for Graham Russell Drums
• Available exclusively from Graham Russell Drums worldwide
• USA-made Ludwig Classic Maple shell pack
• 22" x 14" bass drum
• 13" x 9" rack tom
• 16" x 16" floor tom
• 7-ply North American maple shell construction
• Approx. 6mm shell thickness
• Ludwig RFST shell moulding process
• Precision-cut 45-degree bearing edges
• Triple-flanged hoops
• Classic mini lugs
• Undrilled bass drum design
• Chrome hardware
• Open, resonant and highly versatile tonal character

Buy a new Ludwig Classic Maple Drum Kit in Jumbo Red Pearl from Graham Russell Drums and receive it on our next day delivery service when you order before 2pm!

PLEASE NOTE: This is a shell pack ONLY. No cymbals, snare or hardware except floor tom legs are included with this kit.