SONOR Craftsmen's Collection Vintage African Marble Shell Set

What makes a kit more than just another kit? For SONOR, the answer is history, rarity and craft. The SONOR Craftsmen's Collection 150th Anniversary Vintage African Marble shell pack isn't just another release—it's one of only 100 kits worldwide, each handcrafted in SONOR's German workshop. What inspires a design like this? Ideas from artists, partners and drummers across the globe, folded into SONOR's 150-year tradition of vision and precision. At its heart, eight plies of North American maple are wrapped in a bold outer veneer of African marble, creating a look as striking as its sound. High-gloss lacquer draws out every swirl of marble, and vintage hardware completes the look with SONOR's signature touch. Built in Germany since 1875, it reflects the craft and legacy that define the SONOR name.

SONOR 9-Ply Maple Shells With African Marble Veneer

Every strike starts with the shell, and SONOR builds these with intention. Each drum features 9-ply, 6 mm construction—eight plies of hand-selected North American maple topped with an outer ply of African marble veneer. The maple provides warmth and projection, while the marble sharpens attack and gives each shell a dramatic look. Fully rounded bearing edges extend sustain and resonance, letting every note open up. From low, throaty fundamentals to rimshots that cut, this blend of maple and marble shapes a voice that is versatile, powerful and unmistakably SONOR.

Vintage SONOR Hardware With Teardrop Lugs and TuneSafe

Hardware tells its own story here, and SONOR leans into its vintage roots. Classic teardrop lugs with TuneSafe technology keep tuning stable, while bass drum T-rods and the Vintage Series prism clamp system ensure vibration-free mounting. The snare is fitted with SONOR's Dual Glide strainer for smooth, quiet throw-off action and precision under pressure. Rounded bearing edges maximize head contact and simplify changes, keeping the kit ready without fuss. From lugs to strainer, every detail reinforces SONOR's reputation for hardware that feels intuitive, looks timeless and works flawlessly.

SONOR Four-Piece Configuration With Vintage Mounting

Every drummer knows a kit feels different once you sit down, and this setup feels right from the first strike. The African Marble shell pack includes a 20x14" bass drum with single tom holder, a 12x8" rack tom, a 14x12" floor tom and a 14x5.75" snare. That lineup delivers punch from the bass, balance from the toms and crack from the snare. The Vintage Series mounting system holds everything steady without choking resonance, and smooth hardware adjustments make fine-tuning effortless. Whether you're cutting tracks or driving a live groove, SONOR built this configuration to feel natural behind the kit.

Marble Veneer Brought to Life in High Gloss

Looks matter as much as sound here, and SONOR gives this shell pack both. Multiple coats of deep high-gloss lacquer highlight the dramatic marble veneer while protecting the shells for the long run. Hardware made from corrosion-resistant alloys pairs with carefully rounded bearing edges that reduce stress points and enhance stability. Backed by SONOR's limited lifetime warranty, these shells carry the same promise of durability that defines the brand. It's a finish and a build meant to turn heads on stage and stay flawless through years of rehearsals, recording and live performance.

Living Legacy of the SONOR Craftsmen's Collection

Sit down at this kit and you're not just behind drums—you're behind a century and a half of SONOR history. The maple-and-marble shells answer with nuance and authority, while vintage hardware connects you directly to SONOR's long tradition of German craftsmanship. Limited to just 100 sets worldwide, it stands as both a collector's piece and a professional tool. On stage it commands attention, in the studio it records with clarity and depth, and everywhere it carries the unmistakable SONOR voice. For drummers chasing inspiration in every strike, the SONOR Craftsmen's Collection 150th Anniversary Vintage African Marble Shell Pack proves why the brand's heritage has carried music forward for 150 years.