Polmuz
Polmuz Maple Model 1 - 18/12/14 - Inlayed Satin Brown
Polmuz Maple Model 1 - 18/12/14 - Inlayed Satin Brown
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Polmuz Maple Model 1 - 18/12/14/4SD
The drums of the revived Polmuz brand bear no resemblance to their prototypes from the last century. Today Polmuz is above all bold design combined with proven and solid technologies known from the products of the best brands.
The maple shells of this set provide complete freedom in shaping the sound, proving themselves in every musical genre. The minimalist, old-school look of Polmuz drums pays homage to the brand's history and gives a vintage character.
Groundbreaking, unconventional designs, high quality craftsmanship and convincing sound mean that today the Polmuz tradition is being reborn!
POLMUZ Model 1 MAPLE is produced with the highest care in our workshop in Gdynia.
Specifications:
- Wood: Maple
- Shells: 6 layers (5mm)
- Finish: WAX, Matte
- Hardware: Chrome plated
- Suspension: Non-invasive tom suspension
- Edge: double 45 degree edges, sharp, polished, waxed (Polmuz proprietary technology making tuning as easy as a Sunday morning)
- Rims : bent 2.3mm
- Bass drum lugs: cast
- Lugs: highest quality Tube lugs
- Bass drum legs: massive with retractable spike
- Custom sticker : yes with buyer's name
- Tuning: Very wide tuning range from high jazz to deep growling toms, special edges allow "flaky" tuning
- Damping: The drums require no damping due to lack of unwanted overtones, only a head with ring is recommended on the bass drum
Cymbals and hardware are not included in the set.
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Features
100% maple shells
The Maple series shells are made of 6 layers of maple with a total thickness of 4.8 mm. The highest priority in designing Polmuz drums was sound. Balanced mid and high tones ensure great versatility across many musical styles. The full, powerful character and rich resonance of the shells was achieved through the use of carefully selected maple layers, as well as focus on shell forming and edge shape.
Edges
The 45° edge bevel ensures they make contact with the head at the optimal point. Each edge on Polmuz drums has been sanded and additionally waxed, ensuring perfect head-to-shell contact. The consequence of this solution is pure tone across the full frequency range. Sharp edge finishing on tom bearing edges delivers quick attack and short sustain, while the rounded edge on bass drums generates unique and warm vintage tone.
Finish
The matte finish of Polmuz drums gives each set a unique look and distinctive tone. The lacquer used to finish Maple Polmuz drums is of the highest quality.
Tube Lug
Tube Lugs are characteristic of all Polmuz drums. The unique Tube Lug design makes them look like traditional mounts, but the lug shell "floats" above the drum shell so as to minimize contact with the drum. This allows the entire shell to resonate across the full range of tones. To minimize the risk of drums going out of tune, each contains a long screw that seats deeply in the lug. Additionally, each has dual protection in the form of two washers—metal and nylon—which guarantee tuning stability.
Chrome hardware
In Polmuz drums all hardware is finished with a chrome plating. The beautiful appearance gives a sense of the highest quality materials used and breaks with the unfortunate reputation of the brand from years past. The cast logo on Polmuz shells is a true declaration of quality and style. Made from solid brass and chrome-plated, the Polmuz nameplate is a guarantee and calling card of the highest level of craftsmanship in each drum.
Mounting system
The non-invasive mounting system ensures maximum resonance and stability regardless of conditions. The streamlined design makes it easy to position toms closer together, providing greater freedom and comfort. Additionally, parts made from aluminum ensure lighter weight.
Bass drum hooks
The hooks on Polmuz bass drums are equipped with rubber pads that help protect their wooden rims from damage. In this arrangement, hooks and rims form one cohesive unit so they don't separate or rattle, even with loose tuning.
Heads
Transparent, 1-ply high-quality heads are used on the drums.
The batter heads additionally feature a wide muffling collar. The resonant heads are distinguished by a characteristic vintage-style head with prominent Polmuz logo.
Quality and Professionalism
Polmuz, like the highest series from leading manufacturers, is treated individually, meaning there can be no compromise or defect in the drum set. Each percussion element undergoes careful inspection upon unpacking and is checked with a discerning, professional eye. We strive for Polmuz to be recognized as a premium product - all shell edges must be perfectly straight and smooth, and are additionally waxed to provide an even greater sense of professionalism and comfort. As we well know, a perfectly smooth edge brings joy and satisfaction during the traditional ritual of running your hand along the edge before installing a new head, not to mention the ease of tuning the drum and the perfect sound of the shell. Additionally, all drum hardware is checked because there is nothing more pleasant than smoothly threading screws into perfectly fitted lugs. After such thorough quality control, individual components of the set receive a sticker with a serial number, date, and a handwritten signature confirming the drum's high quality. Should any defect or irregularity be found, the shell is manufactured anew.
About the Polmuz Brand
Polmuz - a legendary brand producing the first Polish drums, known to every percussionist. The company was founded in the 1960s, and its facilities were located at 75/77 Grochowska Street in Warsaw. Besides drums, Polmuz also produced percussion accessories and wind instruments. The last drums were manufactured in the late 1990s, after which they completely disappeared from the market. In 2018, the team from the specialist percussion shop DrumStore in Gdynia decided to revive the Polmuz brand by acquiring full rights to its name.
Today, Polmuz produces high-quality drum sets and ethnic instruments that are in no way inferior to the best products from competitors. Bold design combined with proven solutions has allowed Polmuz to rapidly conquer not only the Polish percussion market, but also the hearts of those who remember their first Polmuz drums.
