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Welcome
DRUMS
EDI T OR I A L
Content
SONOR – Excellent engineering and craftsmanship made in Germany, since 1875
The history of SONOR mirrors the excitement of historical
and entrepreneurial challenges, in the same way that
rhythm is linked to musical creativity and complexity. But
throughout all the decades of SONOR history there remains
one underlying theme: an uncompromising commitment to
quality and dedicated craftsmanship.
While the latest technology has found its way into SONOR’s
production methods over time, the secret of the SONOR
sound remains in the meticulous attention to even the
smallest detail and the commitment of its founder to always
maintain the highest possible level of quality.
Only when sound is becoming a real experience,
the SONOR quality standard is met.
From precision craftsmanship musical expression
is shaped.
SONOR History ............................................................. 04
Welcome to the exciting world of SONOR Drums!
Have fun browsing through this catalog and learn more
about the SONOR history and the wide array of Drums,
Hardware, Cymbals and Accessories.
> Your SONOR Drum team
Drum Series
ProLite Series............................................................... Ascent Series ............................................................... Select Force ................................................................ Essential Force ............................................................. Smart Force ................................................................. Smart Force Xtend ........................................................ Force Reference ............................................................ 06
22
32
38
44
46
46
Artist Series Snare Drums ............................................... Signature Series Snare Drums ......................................... ProLite Series Snare Drums ............................................. Phonic Re-Issue and Ascent Series Snare Drums .................. Select Force and Essential Force Snare Drums ..................... 50
54
58
60
62
Hardware Series
Giant Step Bass Drum Pedals ........................................... Perfect Balance Bass Drum Pedal ..................................... 600 / 400 Hardware Bass Drum Pedals .............................. 600 Hardware .............................................................. 600 Hardware Basic Arm System ...................................... 400 Hardware .............................................................. 200 Hardware .............................................................. Hardware Sets .............................................................. 64
66
68
70
73
76
78
79
Accessories ................................................................. SoundWire / Global Bags ................................................ Drumheads / Drumsticks ................................................ Armoni Cymbals ........................................................... Cast B8 Cymbals ........................................................... 80
82
84
86
90
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Product Design: Karl-Heinz Menzel, Werner Saßmannshausen,
David Schulz (SONOR) and Michael Schönfelder, Essen
Concept and Graphic Design: DesignBüro Schönfelder, Essen
Text Concept: David Schulz (SONOR)
Product Photography: Martin Kreutter, Marburg and Shansi, Beijing
Cover Photo: Claudia Hahn, Live Setup Gavin Harrison (Porcupine Tree)
SONOR reserves the right to update or change its products
without advance notice.
Wood is a natural product, which can cause slight alterations in color
and grain. Print reproduction of Drum designs and finishes can vary
­depending on color density and general print quality.
DRUMS
HI S T OR Y
HistoRY
1983
1984
1986
1986
1993
Phonic Plus Series
Lite Series
HiLite Series
Force Series
Jet Set
1980 First single post
completely adjustable Single
Bass Drum Pedal
2012 ProLite Series
1875 SONOR‘s founding year as small
workshop for military drums and drumheads
in Weißenfels an der Saale (East Germany)
1925 First Drum with wood hoops
1925 Sonor had 145 employees and
was one of the largest businesses of
its kind
1946 Restart in Bad Berleburg-Aue/
Starting with making natural drum heads
1973 Introduction of ”Vertical
Grain“ Drums, SONOR Champion
Series Drum kit in Rosewood
1994 Designer Series first custom Drum kit
2001 Giant Step Bass Drum Pedals
2004 Delite Series
1975 Introduction of
the Phonic Series and Champion
Series Acrylic Drums
1982 Signature Serie kit in
Bubinga and Ebony veneer
1971 Seamless steel shells
and seamless mege hoops
1975 Shell edges shaped to
exact 45° angle
1952 First Drum kit
with Concert Toms
2006 SQ2 Drum System
1965 Roy Haynes
1975 Phil Rudd
1965 Sonny Payne
1975 Jack
de Johnette
1986 Jojo Mayer
1992 Danny Carey
2012
2005
2000
1990
1995
1985
1975
1980
1960
1970
1955
1950
1945
1940
1935 Single Bass Drum Pedal
and first Hi-Hat
1907 The Sonor trademark
was registered with the
Imperial Patent Office
1965
SONOR Factory in Bad Berleburg-Aue
2010
1930 Snare Drum with first
multi 3-way strainer
1930
1920
1900
1910
1875
1900 First Bass Drum Single
Pedal world-wide
1901 Availability of a comprehensive
range of percussion instruments
2004 Benny Greb
1961
1952 The Sonor
Introduction
trademark
of the first SONOR
„Mallet“ logo
1899 Production of Timpani
and Concert Percussion
1927 First Bass Drum Double
(Duplex) Pedal world-wide
1962 Connie Kay
1965 Kenny
”Klook“ Clarke
1977 Steve Smith
1988
Adam Nussbaum
2001
Gavin Harrison
2006
Chris Coleman
PROLITE SERIES
IN T RO
PROlite series
the new trend -setting series from SONOR
The heritage of over 135 years of Drum making experience meets the
passion, knowledge and creativity of SONOR’s international team of
design engineers, professional players, distributors and retailers.
Using only the finest hand-picked wood selections from eco-friendly
resources, precision metal components, and a superior lacquering
process, each Drum is a piece of art. Made and assembled with care to
meet advanced demands and set the bar for professional drums, ProLite
combines superior tone, leading-edge design, function and precision
to deliver the perfect tools for your musical inspirations. The perfect
match for your gig, no matter what style you play!
SONOR ProLite Sound
The core of the ProLite series is the sound spectrum provided by the
extremely thin Vintage Maple shells with reinforcement ring. These
provide an unmistakably open sound and an enormously wide tuning
range for practically all styles of music. SONOR’s Vintage Maple shell is
characterized by a soft, warm tone that highlights the lower pitches
and provides balance in the mid-range and treble, without sacrificing
projection and power.
Redesigned (T.A.R.) Total Acoustic
Resonance Mounting System
Vibration free mounting results in pure tone and warm sustain. Enhanced
by Total Acoustic Resonance and
Advanced Projection System your
Drum enjoys sonic freedom and stays
mechanically stable, resulting in beautiful tone and unmatched projection.
The patented Advanced Projection
System (APS) prevents direct contact
between wood and metal, and supports
the powerful SONOR sustain.
Equipped with the APS rubber insulators
are the tom mounting system, the bass
drum mount, the bass drum spurs and
floor tom legs.
Bass Drum Claws –
Beautiful and Practical
The rubber insert beneath the bass drum
claws assures that your wooden hoop
will not be scratched.
The recessed design of the tension rod
and the raised synthetic insert of the
bass drum claw protects your cases from
snagging and scratching damage.
ProLite Stage 2 Set
in 11255 Brilliant Black
SONOR ProLite Shell Design
Cross Laminated Tension Free Process (CLTF) - SONOR cross-laminates shells
for superior stability, sonically enhanced resonance and spectacular tone.
The CLTF process is a result of years of research by SONOR craftsmen.
Optimum Shell Measurement (OSM) - SONOR implements a slightly narrow outside shell measurement for optimized head contact. This is a SONOR specialty,
resulting in excellent tone, better sustain and controlled decay.
Bass Drum Spurs –
Quick and Easy Set-Up!
SONOR spurs, refined over time,
are the most reliable and stylish
spurs in the industry. Memory Locks
‘remember’ your preferred bass drum
spur adjustment.
SONOR ProLite Shell Thicknesses
9 plies for tom toms, floor toms and snare drums =
4 mm + 2 mm Dynamic Edge reinforcement rings at the edge of the shells
12 plies for bass drums =
6 mm + 2 mm Dynamic Edge reinforcement rings at the edge of the shells
Bass Drum Mount –
It’s Yours to Decide!
Power Hoops –
Clean Tuning and Crisp Attack!
The standard ProLite Series bass
drum ships without a mount.
Optional mount is available.
2.3 mm SONOR Power Hoops on all
snare drums, tom toms and floor toms.
For 14” snare drums also die-cast
hoops are available.
TuneSafe
Bass Drum Feet –
On Solid Footing,
Wherever You Go!
The bass drum feet can be converted
from rubber to metal by turning the
rubber foot. Fixing the position by
a fastening screw.
TuneSafe – Right in Tune, 100 % of the Time!
Batter and Resonance Heads – Made by REMO USA
All SONOR lugs are equipped with the patented TuneSafe, which
prevents the tension rods from loosening.
Tune Safe supports maximum tuning stability even under extreme
environments. Square-head tension rods with fine-pitch threads
guarantee optimum tunability.
Tom Tom: Snare Drum:
Bass Drum:
Front Head:
SONOR Clear Medium
SONOR White Medium / SONOR Clear Medium Resonance
SONOR Clear Power
SONOR Power Black with white SONOR logo for
Creme White, Brilliant Black, Silver Sparkle, Red Tribal,
Walnut Brown Burst and Ebony White Stripes
SONOR Power White with black SONOR logo for
Natural, Nussbaum and Ruby Red
PROLITE SERIES
SE T UP S
PROlite series
ProLite Set in 13024 Red Tribal
PL 12 2219 BD WM Bass Drum PL 12 1406 SDWD Snare Drum PL 12 0807 TT
Tom Tom PL 12 1007 TT
Tom Tom PL 12 1208 TT
Tom Tom PL 12 1412 FT
Floor Tom PL 12 1614 FT
Floor Tom 22" x 19.5"
14" x 6"
8" x 7"
10" x 7"
12" x 8"
14" x 12"
16" x 14"
Hardware
DTH 675 MC
SS 677 MC
HH 674 MC
STS 676 MC MBS 673 MC DP 672
Double Tom Holder
Snare Drum Stand
Hi-Hat Stand
Single Tom Stand
Mini Boom Stand (5x)
Bass Drum Double Pedal
ine tr ee
n > UK > po rc up
Ga vin Ha rr iso
ha hn
Ph ot o : Cl au dia
34
PROLITE SERIES
SE T UP S
PROlite series
ProLite Set in 13107 Silver Sparkle
PL 12 2217 BD NM Bass Drum PL 12 1406 SDW
Snare Drum PL 12 1209 TT
Tom Tom PL 12 1616 FT
Floor Tom joj o ma yer > ch
> ne rve
Pho to : Mat thi as
Ke tz
10
27
Hardware
SS 677 MC
HH 674 MC
STS 676 MC CBS 672 MC MBS 673 MC
SP 673
DT 670
Stage 3 Shell Set
22" x 17.5"
14" x 6"
12" x 9"
16" x 16"
Snare Drum Stand
Hi-Hat Stand
Single Tom Stand
Cymbal Boom Stand
Mini Boom Stand (2x)
Bass Drum Single Pedal
Drummer’s Throne, round seat
ProLite Set in 13087 Walnut Brown Burst
PL 12 2217 BD NM Bass Drum 22" x 17.5"
PL 12 1008 TT
Tom Tom 10" x 8"
PL 12 1209 TT
Tom Tom 12" x 9"
PL 12 1616 FT
Floor Tom 16" x 16"
additionally shown
PL 12 1405 SDWD Snare Drum 14" x 5"
Hardware
SS 677 MC
HH 674 MC
CTS 679 MC
MBS 673 MC SP 673
Snare Drum Stand
Hi-Hat Stand
Cymbal Tom Stand (2x)
Mini Boom Stand (2x)
Bass Drum Single Pedal
CH RISTOP H SC HNEIDER
> GER > RAMMSTEIN
ne
oz z y os bo ur
et os > us >
to mm y cl uf
Pho to : OLA F HEINE
66
A
11
PROLITE SERIES
SE T UP S
PROlite series
ProLite Set in 13104 Creme White
PL 12 2217 BD NM Bass Drum PL 12 1406 SDBD Snare Drum PL 12 1205 SDW
Snare Drum PL 12 1008 TT
Tom Tom PL 12 1209 TT
Tom Tom PL 12 1414 FT
Floor Tom PL 12 1616 FT
Floor Tom op po k
> GER > st
Be nn y Gr eb
22" x 17.5"
14" x 6"
12" x 5"
10" x 8"
12" x 9"
14" x 14"
16" x 16"
Hardware
SS 677 MC
HH 674 MC
CTS 679 MC CBS 672 MC MBS 673 MC DP 672
Snare Drum Stand (2x)
Hi-Hat Stand
Cymbal Tom Stand (2x)
Cymbal Boom Stand
Mini Boom Stand (2x)
Bass Drum Double Pedal
chri s cole man > us > INDEPENDENT
1B
1A
25
12
26
13
PROLITE SERIES
SE T UP S
PROlite series
ProLite Set in 13108 Ruby Red
PL 12 2417 BD NM Bass Drum PL 12 1406 SDBD Snare Drum PL 12 1209 TT
Tom Tom PL 12 1616 FT
Floor Tom PL 12 1816 FT
Floor Tom Hardware
SS 677 MC
HH 674 MC
STS 676 MC MBS 673 MC DP 672
Snare Drum Stand
Hi-Hat Stand
Single Tom Stand
Mini Boom Stand (4x)
Bass Drum Double Pedal
mi kk e y de e > SE
> mo tÖ rh e ad
c
> ac / d
d d > NZ
Ph il Ru
7
14
24" x 17.5"
14" x 6"
12" x 9"
16" x 16"
18" x 16"
Pho to : Peb Bo ne
t
15
PROLITE SERIES
SE T UP S
PROlite series
Studio 1 Shell Set
Ste ve Smi th > US > vita
l inf orm ati on
> US > INDEPENDENT
sam ant ha ma lon e y
08A
16
b 52
ProLite Set in 13106 Natural
PL 12 2017 BD NM Bass Drum PL 12 1008 TT
Tom Tom PL 12 1209 TT
Tom Tom PL 12 1414 FT
Floor Tom additionally shown
PL 12 1405 SDW
Snare Drum Hardware
SS 677 MC
HH 674 MC
CTS 679 MC
MBS 673 MC SP 673
DT 670
20" x 17.5"
10" x 8"
12" x 9"
14" x 14"
14" x 5"
Snare Drum Stand
Hi-Hat Stand
Cymbal Tom Stand (2x)
Mini Boom Stand (2x)
Bass Drum Single Pedal
Drummer’s Throne, round seat
ProLite Set in 13105 Nussbaum
PL 12 1814 BD WM Bass Drum PL 12 1305 SDW
Snare Drum PL 12 1208 TT
Tom Tom PL 12 1414 FT
Floor Tom Hardware
SS 677 MC
HH 674 MC
STH 674 MC
MBS 673 MC SP 673
18" x 14"
13" x 5"
12" x 8"
14" x 14"
jo st ni ck el
> ge r > ja
n de l ay
> sil ber mo nd
And re as Now ak > GER
Snare Drum Stand
Hi-Hat Stand
Single Tom Holder
Mini Boom Stand (2x)
Bass Drum Single Pedal
AB
35
17
PROLITE SERIES
SE T UP S
PROlite series
18
ProLite Set in 13126 Ebony White Stripes
PL 12 2217 BD NM Bass Drum 22" x 17.5"
PL 12 2217 BD NM Bass Drum 22" x 17.5"
PL 12 1406 SDWD Snare Drum 14" x 6"
PL 12 1205 SDW
Snare Drum 12" x 5"
PL 12 1008 TT
Tom Tom 10" x 8"
PL 12 1209 TT
Tom Tom 12" x 9"
PL 12 1414 FT
Floor Tom 14" x 14"
PL 12 1616 FT
Floor Tom 16" x 16"
Hardware
SS 677 MC
HH 684 MC
DTS 675 MC CBS 672 MC MBS 673 MC DCS 678 MC SP 673
Snare Drum Stand (2x)
Two-Leg Hi-Hat Stand
Double Tom Stand
Cymbal Boom Stand
Mini Boom Stand (2x)
Double Cymbal Stand (2x)
Bass Drum Single Pedal (2x)
Basic Arm System Components
BA19-BDA
BA19 Bass Drum Adapter
BA-CR
BA Connection Ratchet
BA19-BR
BA19 Basic Ratchet
BA19-M MC
BA19 Basic Arm, medium
BA-BC
BA19 Basic Clamp
too l
dan ny car e y > us >
Pho to : CADIENTE
to ma s Ha ak
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ah
32
Ph ot o : MIC KE
SANDSTR ÖM
36
19
REF ERENC E C H A R T
PROlite reference
ProLite Bass Drums
PL 12 1814 BD WM Bass Drum 18" x 14"
PL 12 2017 BD NM* Bass Drum 20" x 17.5"
PL 12 2217 BD NM* Bass Drum 22" x 17.5"
PL 12 2219 BD NM* Bass Drum 22" x 19.5"
PL 12 2417 BD NM
Bass Drum 24" x 17.5"
NM*= No Mount / also available with Mount (WM)
ProLite Tom Toms
PL 12 0807 TT
PL 12 1007 TT
PL 12 1008 TT
PL 12 1208 TT
PL 12 1209 TT
PL 12 1310 TT
PL 12 1411 TT
Tom Tom Tom Tom Tom Tom Tom Tom Tom Tom Tom Tom Tom Tom 8" x 7"
10" x 7"
10" x 8"
12" x 8"
12" x 9"
13" x 10"
14" x 11"
Preconfigured Sets
ProLite Studio 1 Shell Set
BD 2017 NM*, TT 1008,
TT 1209, FT 1414
ProLite Stage 2 Shell Set
BD 2217 NM*, TT 1008,
TT 1209, FT 1414
PROLITE SERIES
GLENN KOTCHE > WILCO
finishes
SONOR was the first company to introduce
and use spectacular vertical veneers on
drums and this has become a trademark of the
company.
Wood is a naturally growing product, diverse
and unique in its pattern and beauty.
Vertical veneers are selected, set by hand and
matched for your Drum in-house by master
craftsmen. Each veneer sheet is one of a
kind and makes each Drum unique like your
personal fingerprint.
Special SONOR lacquer formula is used to
benefit the grains best as possible. SONOR
features a rotating drying process for perfect
surfaces without lacquer drips. SONOR shells
are hand lacquered – 5 lacquering steps per
shell. All shells are hand sanded and hand
buffed – 7 times per shell.
This extremely detailed process results in
superior brilliance on SONOR’s high gloss
lacquered shells.
ProLite Snare Drums
PL 12 1205 SDW
Maple Snare PL 12 1305 SDW
Maple Snare PL 12 1405 SDW
Maple Snare PL 12 1405 SDWD** Maple Snare PL 12 1406 SDW
Maple Snare PL 12 1406 SDWD** Maple Snare PL 12 1405 SDS
Steel Snare PL 12 1405 SDB
Brass Snare PL 12 1405 SDSD** Steel Snare PL 12 1405 SDBD** Brass Snare PL 12 1406 SDBD** Brass Snare **= with die-cast hoops
20
12" x 5"
13" x 5"
14" x 5"
14" x 5"
14" x 6"
14" x 6"
14" x 5"
14" x 5"
14" x 5"
14" x 5"
14" x 6"
ProLite Floor Toms
PL 12 1412 FT
Floor Tom PL 12 1414 FT
Floor Tom PL 12 1614 FT
Floor Tom PL 12 1616 FT
Floor Tom PL 12 1816 FT
Floor Tom 14" x 12"
14" x 14"
16" x 14"
16" x 16"
18" x 16"
ProLite Stage 3 Shell Set
BD 2217 NM*, TT 1008,
TT 1209, FT 1616
NM*= No Mount
13104 Creme White
13106 Natural
13105 Nussbaum
(Solid Matte)
(Stain Satin Gloss)
(Stain Satin Gloss)
11255 Brilliant Black
13107 Silver Sparkle
13108 Ruby Red
(Solid High Gloss)
(Solid High Gloss)
(Stain High Gloss)
13126 Ebony White Stripes
13024 Red Tribal
13087 Walnut Brown Burst
(Veneer High Gloss)
(Veneer High Gloss)
(Veneer High Gloss)
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ASCENT SERIES
IN T RO
ascent series
The revival of the famous beech shell
The SONOR Ascent series marks the revival of the famous Beech shell
construction that has been a trademark of SONOR through­out the
­decades. Equipped with the latest features and technology, the
Ascent series is the perfect symbiosis between the Select Force and
ProLite series of Drum sets. Any player, any style will appreciate the
timeless quality and tremendous sound.
Spectacular high quality Sparkles, solid lacquered Finishes and
stunning wood Veneers highlight the high end look of the Ascent
series. A feature taken from SONOR’s premium line SQ2 is the black
chrome hardware with certain finishes underscoring the timeless
design of the Ascent series. Get electrified with quality and sound
in perfection!
Tom Mounting System –
Powerful Sounds Thanks to
Minimal Shell Contact!
Ascent Series Sounds
SONOR’s design team worked closely with some of the top Sonor
artists to create the proper sound. The result of this collaboration are
thin Beech shells for all bass drums and thick Beech shells for snare
drums, tom toms and floor toms. The result is a full rich tone,
powerful and clear.
No matter where you play it, the woodshed, the recording studio
or the stage, you’ll lay down a perfect performance with the Ascent
series.
The standard Ascent series bass
drum ships without a mount.
Optional mount is available.
The vibration-free T.A.R. system
(Total Acoustic ­Resonance) with APS
provides maximum ­resonance and
sustain.
Bass Drum Mount –
It’s Yours to Decide!
Bass Drum Claws –
Protect Your Hoops!
Rubber padding beneath the bass
drum claws ­protects the wooden
hoop against damage.
SONOR Ascent Beech Shell Design
Bass Drum Spurs –
Quick and Easy Set-Up!
The Beech shells deliver maximum strength, perfect curving and neutral
tuning, due to the tension-free cross lamination of individual plies of
wood (CLTF Cross Laminated Tension Free Process).
Position clamps (Memory Locks)
‘remember’ your preferred bass
drum spur height.
SONOR Ascent Shell Thicknesses
TuneSafe
9 plies for tom toms, floor toms and snare drums = 8.75 mm
7 plies for bass drums = 6.35 mm
Power Hoops –
Clean Tuning and Crisp Attack!
Individual Components –
For Enhanced Setups!
2.3 mm SONOR Power Hoops on all
tom toms and floor toms.
14" snare drums are equipped with
die-cast hoops.
A large selection of individual com­
ponents provide perfect add-ons for
an even bigger performance – ideal for
live gigs requiring multiple setups.
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Bass Drum Feet –
On Solid Footing,
Wherever You Go!
The bass drum feet can be converted
from rubber to metal by turning the
rubber foot. Fixing the position by
a fastening screw.
Tuning Lugs with TuneSafe –
Right in Tune, 100 % of the Time!
400-Series Hardware Set –
Reliable and Sturdy ‘On the Road’!
All SONOR lugs are equipped with the
TuneSafe feature, which prevents
­tension rods from loosening during
hard rim shots or where batter heads
have been loosely tuned.
The Hardware 400 series provides solid
double-braced stands for maximum
stability and reliability. The SONOR
3-segment clamp offers maximum
support for very little effort – whether
for jazz or power drumming.
Batter and Resonance Heads – Made by REMO USA
Tom Tom: Snare Drum:
Bass Drum:
Front Head:
REMO Ambassador Clear
REMO Ambassador White Coated
REMO Ambassador Resonant
REMO Powerstroke 3 Clear
REMO Powerstroke 3 Black with white SONOR Logo
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SE T UP S
ascent series
Ascent Jazz Set in 13079 Burnt Fade
ASC 11 1814 BD WM Bass Drum 18" x 14"
ASC 11 1465 SDWD Snare Drum 14" x 6.5"
ASC 11 1208 TT
Tom Tom 12" x 8"
ASC 11 1414 FT
Floor Tom 14" x 14"
Hardware
HS 475
Hardware 400 Set
STH 474
Single Tom Holder
Ascent Stage 2 Set in 13084 Creme White
with Black Chrome Shell Hardware
ASC 11 2218 BD NM Bass Drum 22" x 18"
ASC 11 1455 SDWD Snare Drum 14" x 5.5"
ASC 11 1008 TT
Tom Tom 10" x 8"
ASC 11 1209 TT
Tom Tom 12" x 9"
ASC 11 1414 FT
Floor Tom 14" x 14"
Hardware
HS 475
Hardware 400 Set
MC 276
Multi Clamp (2x)
TA 478 BC
Tom Arm (2x)
Ascent Set in 13080 Dark Natural
ASC 11 2018 BD WM Bass Drum ASC 11 1455 SDSD Snare Drum ASC 11 1005 SDW* Snare Drum ASC 11 1209 TT
Tom Tom ASC 11 1414 FT
Floor Tom * with prism clamp
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14" x 5.5"
10" x 5"
12" x 9"
14" x 14"
Hardware
STH 274
SS 400
HH 484
CTS 479
CS 471 MBS 400 SP 473 Single Tom Holder
Snare Drum Stand
Hi-Hat Stand
Cymbal Tom Stand
Cymbal Stand (2x)
Mini Boom Stand
Bass Drum Single Pedal
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SE T UP S
ascent series
Ascent Stage 1 Set in 11234 Piano Black
ASC 11 2218 BD NM Bass Drum 22" x 18"
ASC 11 1455 SDWD Snare Drum 14" x 5.5"
ASC 11 1209 TT
Tom Tom 12" x 9"
ASC 11 1310 TT
Tom Tom 13" x 10"
ASC 11 1616 FT
Floor Tom 16" x 16"
Hardware
HS 475
Hardware 400 Set
MC 276
Multi Clamp (2x)
TA 478 Tom Arm (2x)
Ascent Studio Set in 13077 Natural
ASC 11 2018 BD NM Bass Drum 20" x 18"
ASC 11 1455 SDWD Snare Drum 14" x 5.5"
ASC 11 1008 TT
Tom Tom 10" x 8"
ASC 11 1209 TT
Tom Tom 12" x 9"
ASC 11 1414 FT
Floor Tom 14" x 14"
Hardware
HS 475
Hardware 400 Set
MC 276
Multi Clamp (2x)
TA 478 Tom Arm (2x)
Ascent Set in 13078 Ebony Stripes
ASC 11 2218 BD NM Bass Drum ASC 11 1307 SDW
Snare Drum ASC 11 1209 TT
Tom Tom ASC 11 1411 TT
Tom Tom ASC 11 1616 FT
Floor Tom ASC 11 1816 FT
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12" x 9"
14" x 11"
16" x 16"
18" x 16"
Hardware
SS 400
HH 484
CTS 479
MBS 400 DP 472 R Snare Drum Stand
Hi-Hat Stand
Cymbal Tom Stand (2x)
Mini Boom Stand (3x)
Bass Drum Double Pedal, right
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SE T UP S
ascent series
Ascent Set in 13082 Iridium Diamond
with Black Chrome Shell Hardware
ASC 11 2220 BD NM Bass Drum 22" x 20"
ASC 11 1465 SDWD Snare Drum 14" x 6.5"
ASC 11 1209 TT
Tom Tom 12" x 9"
ASC 11 1616 FT
Floor Tom 16" x 16"
Hardware
SS 400
HH 484
CTS 479
CS 471 MBS 400 DCS 478
SP 473 Snare Drum Stand
Hi-Hat Stand
Cymbal Tom Stand
Cymbal Stand
Mini Boom Stand (2x)
Double Cymbal Stand
Bass Drum Single Pedal
Ascent Set in 13081 Purple Diamond
with Black Chrome Shell Hardware
ASC 11 2218 BD NM Bass Drum ASC 11 1814 BD WM Bass Drum ASC 11 1455 SDWD Snare Drum ASC 11 1205 SDW* Snare Drum ASC 11 0807 TT
Tom Tom ASC 11 1008 TT
Tom Tom ASC 11 1209 TT
Tom Tom ASC 11 1414 FT
Floor Tom ASC 11 1616 FT
Floor Tom * with prism clamp
22" x 18"
18" x 14"
14" x 5.5"
12" x 5"
8" x 7"
10" x 8"
12" x 9"
14" x 14"
16" x 16"
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Hardware
HS 475
STH 274
DTS 475
CTS 479
CBS 472
DCS 478
CS 471 MBS 400 MH 475
XH 474
DP 472 R Hardware 400 Set
Single Tom Holder
Double Tom Stand
Cymbal Tom Stand (2x)
Cymbal Boom Stand
Double Cymbal Stand
Cymbal Stand
Mini Boom Stand
Multi Holder
X-Hat
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Ascent Bass Drums
ASC 11 1814 BD WM
Bass Drum 18" x 14"
ASC 11 2018 BD NM* Bass Drum 20" x 18"
ASC 11 2218 BD NM* Bass Drum 22" x 18"
ASC 11 2220 BD NM
Bass Drum 22" x 20"
ASC 11 2418 BD NM
Bass Drum 24" x 18"
NM*= No Mount / also available with Mount (WM)
Ascent Snare Drums
ASC 11 1005 SDW* Beech Snare 10" x 5"
ASC 11 1205 SDW* Beech Snare 12" x 5"
ASC 11 1307 SDW
Beech Snare 13" x 7"
ASC 11 1455 SDSD** Steel Snare 14" x 5.5"
ASC 11 1465 SDWD**Beech Snare 14" x 6.5"
*= with prism clamp **= with die-cast hoops
Ascent Tom Toms
ASC 11 0807 TT
ASC 11 1008 TT
ASC 11 1209 TT
ASC 11 1310 TT
ASC 11 1411 TT
Ascent Floor Toms
ASC 11 1414 FT
ASC 11 1616 FT
ASC 11 1816 FT
Tom Tom Tom Tom Tom Tom Tom Tom Tom Tom Floor Tom Floor Tom Floor Tom 8" x 7"
10" x 8"
12" x 9"
13" x 10"
14" x 11"
14" x 14"
16" x 16"
18" x 16"
Preconfigured Sets
Ascent Studio Set
BD 2018 NM*, SD 1455, TT 1008, TT 1209, FT 1414,
5-pc. HW 400 Set, 2 x MC 276, 2 x TA 478
Ascent Stage 1 Set
BD 2218 NM*, SD 1455, TT 1209, TT 1310, FT 1616,
5-pc. HW 400 Set, 2 x MC 276, 2 x TA 478
Ascent Stage 2 Set
BD 2218 NM*, SD 1455, TT 1008, TT 1209, FT 1414,
ASCENT SERIES
REF ERENC E C H A R T
ascent finishes
11234 Piano Black
13084 Creme White
13080 Dark Natural
13077 Natural
13078 Ebony Stripes
13079 Burnt Fade
13081 Purple Diamond
13082 Iridium Diamond
5-pc. HW 400 Set, 2 x MC 276, 2 x TA 478
Ascent Stage 3 Set
BD 2218 NM*, SD 1455, TT 1008, TT 1209, FT 1616,
5-pc. HW 400 Set, 2 x MC 276, 2 x TA 478
Ascent Jazz Set
BD 1814 WM, SD 1465, TT 1208, FT 1414,
5-pc. HW 400 Set, STH 474
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SELEC T FORCE SERIES
IN T RO
select force series
The cool way to join the professionals
The SONOR Select Force series is the pinnacle of the new Force range.
The Select series is a set for every drummer: designed especially for
advanced and semi-professional drummers, Select Force Drum sets
can also be an interesting alternative for professional drummers.
A wide array of pre-configured sets, components and the very latest
features from the professionals’ series make SONOR Select Force sets
a real hit!
Select Force Sounds
The 7 ply Canadian Maple shells offer uncompromisingly rich and warm
sounds, highlight lower pitches and provide balance in the
mid-range and treble. Whether in the woodshed, recording studio
or on stage, SONOR’s Select Force sets deliver a powerful performance
every time.
Tom Mounting System –
Powerful Sounds Thanks to
Minimal Shell Contact!
The vibration-free T.A.R. system
(Total Acoustic ­Resonance) with APS
provides maximum ­resonance and
sustain.
Bass Drum Mount –
Smooth and Snug!
The standard Force series bass drum
ships with a mount. The inner workings
of the mount are built for a strong and
secure base; thanks to a smooth yet firm
application of pressure.
Bass Drum Claws –
Protect Your Hoops!
Rubber padding beneath the bass
drum claws ­protects the wooden
hoop against damage.
SONOR Select Force Maple Shell Design
The Maple shells deliver maximum strength, perfect curving and neutral tuning,
due to the tension-free cross lamination of individual plies of wood
(CLTF Cross Laminated Tension Free Process).
SONOR Select Force Shell Thicknesses
7 plies for bass drums = 7.2 mm
2.4 mm Canadian Maple + 2.4 mm Chinese Maple + 2.4 mm Canadian Maple
7 plies for snare drums, tom toms and floor toms = 5.8 mm
1.7 mm Canadian Maple + 2.4 mm Chinese Maple + 1.7 mm Canadian Maple
Bass Drum Spurs –
Quick and Easy Set-Up!
Position clamps (Memory Locks)
‘remember’ your preferred bass
drum spur height.
New 20" Deep Bass Drums –
For Maximum Power and Rich Bass Drum Sounds!
Short Tom Sizes – Full
Sustain and Quick Response!
Individual Components –
For Enhanced Setups!
The new SONOR Force tom toms
with ‘short’ shells offer controlled
sustain and give the drums a crisp
attack.
A large selection of individual com­
ponents provide perfect add-ons for
an even bigger performance – ideal for
live gigs requiring multiple setups.
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TuneSafe
Bass Drum Feet –
On Solid Footing,
Wherever You Go!
The bass drum feet can be converted
from rubber to metal by turning the
rubber foot. Fixing the position by
a fastening screw.
Pre-Muffled Bass Drum Heads –
For Just the Right Kick!
Pre-muffled batter and resonance
heads on the bass drum provide ‘allround’ powerful sounds and dynamic
‘kicks’. SONOR heads made by REMO.
Tuning Lugs with TuneSafe –
Real Eye-Catchers, with SONOR
Design!
The new SONOR Force tuning lugs
with fine-pitch threads are equipped
with the TuneSafe feature, which
prevents tension rods from
loosening.
400 Series Hardware Set –
Reliable and Sturdy ‘On the Road’!
The Hardware 400 Series provides solid doublebraced stands for maximum stability and reliability.
The SONOR 3-segment clamp offers maximum
support for very little effort – whether for jazz or
power drumming.
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SELEC T FORCE SERIES
SE T UP S
select force series
Select Force Stage 2 Set in 11237 Autumn Fade
SEF 11 2217 BD WM Bass Drum 22" x 17.5"
SEF 11 1455 SDW
Snare Drum 14" x 5.5"
SEF 11 1008 TT
Tom Tom 10" x 8"
SEF 11 1209 TT
Tom Tom 12" x 9"
SEF 11 1414 FT
Floor Tom 14" x 14"
Hardware
DTH 275
Double Tom Holder
HS 475
Hardware 400 Set
Select Force Studio Set in 11238 Maple
SEF 11 2017 BD WM Bass Drum 20" x 17.5"
SEF 11 1455 SDW
Snare Drum 14" x 5.5"
SEF 11 1008 TT
Tom Tom 10" x 8"
SEF 11 1209 TT
Tom Tom 12" x 9"
SEF 11 1414 FT
Floor Tom 14" x 14"
Hardware
DTH 275
Double Tom Holder
HS 475
Hardware 400 Set
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SEF 11 2217 BD WM Bass Drum 22" x 17.5"
SEF 11 1455 SDW
Snare Drum 14" x 5.5"
SEF 11 1008 TT
Tom Tom 10" x 8"
SEF 11 1209 TT
Tom Tom 12" x 9"
SEF 11 1616 FT
Floor Tom 16" x 16"
Hardware
DTH 275
Double Tom Holder
HS 475
Hardware 400 Set
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Select Force Set in 13076 Red Sparkle Burst
with Black Shell Hardware
SEF 11 2417 BD NM Bass Drum (2x) 24" x 17.5"
SEF 11 1455 SDW
Snare Drum 14" x 5.5"
SEF 11 1205 SDW* Snare Drum 12" x 5"
SEF 11 1411 TT
Tom Tom 14" x 11"
SEF 11 1616 FT
Floor Tom 16" x 16"
SEF 11 1816 FT
Floor Tom 18" x 16"
Hardware
HS 475
Hardware 400 Set
SS 400
Snare Drum Stand
CTS 479
Cymbal Tom Stand (2x)
MH 475
Multi Holder
XH 474
X-Hat
CS 471
Cymbal Stand (2x)
CBS 472 Cymbal Boom Stand
DCS 478
Double Cymbal Stand
SP 473 Bass Drum Single Pedal
DT 470
Drummer’s Throne
* with prism clamp
Select Force Set in
13036 Brown Galaxy Sparkle
SEF 11 2220 BD NM Bass Drum 22" x 20"
SEF 11 1307 SDW
Snare Drum 13" x 7"
SEF 11 1005 SDW* Snare Drum 10" x 5"
SEF 11 0806 TT
Tom Tom 8" x 6"
SEF 11 1065 TT
Tom Tom 10" x 6.5"
SEF 11 1207 TT
Tom Tom 12" x 7"
SEF 11 1412 FT
Floor Tom 14" x 12"
SEF 11 1614 FT
Floor Tom 16" x 14"
Hardware
SS 400
Snare Drum Stand (2x)
HH 484
Hi-Hat Stand
DTS 475
Double Tom Stand
CTS 479
Cymbal Tom Stand
MBS 400 Mini Boom Stand (3x)
DCS 478
Double Cymbal Stand (2x)
DP 472 R Bass Drum Double Pedal, right
DT 470
Drummer’s Throne
* with prism clamp
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SE T UP S
jungle
set
A compact Drum set that’s big on sound,
SONOR’s Select Force Jungle Set is constructed
of maple shells. Improvements include a bass
drum with lacquered wooden hoops, shortsize toms and new tuning lugs.
The ideal club and tour set for drummers
looking for a compact, ready-to-play,
easy-to-transport set. Ideal for the modern
‘in’ beats … and still big enough for heaps
of fun!
Select Force Jungle Set in 11234 Piano Black
SEF 11 1616 BD WM Bass Drum 16" x 16"
SEF 11 1008 TT
Tom Tom 10" x 8"
SEF 11 1412 FT
Floor Tom 14" x 12"
STH 275
Single Tom Holder
additionally shown
SEF 11 1455 SDW
Snare Drum 14" x 5.5"
SEF 11 1002 SDJ
Jungle Snare 10" x 2"
Hardware
SS 400 HH 484 CS 471 MBS 400 SP 473 Snare Drum Stand (2x)
Hi-Hat Stand
Cymbal Stand (2x)
Mini Boom Stand
Bass Drum Single Pedal
Select Force S Drive Set
in 13074 Dark Forest Burst
SEF 11 2220 BD NM Bass Drum 22" x 20"
SEF 11 1465 SDW
Snare Drum 14" x 6.5"
SEF 11 1065 TT
Tom Tom 10" x 6.5"
SEF 11 1207 TT
Tom Tom 12" x 7"
SEF 11 1412 FT
Floor Tom 14" x 12"
SEF 11 1614 FT
Floor Tom 16" x 14"
Hardware
TA 278
Tom Arm (2x)
MC 276
Multi Clamp (2x)
HS 475
Hardware 400 Set
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INTRO
ESSENTIAL FORCE SERIES
IN T RO
essential force series
Optimum Playing Comfort with Professional Features
The SONOR Essential Force series is designed for advanced drummers
not willing to sacrifice their musical freedom. Five preconfigured sets
and 15 individual components offer unlimited possibilities for a
drummer’s individual configuration.
SONOR Essential Force Sounds
The 6 ply birchwood shells are a superb foundation for SONOR
Essential Force sets. A hefty and dynamic sound – with accentuated
mid-ranges and highs, and defined lows – are the hallmark of these
shells. With high-gloss-lacquered natural wood surfaces, SONOR’s
Essential Force really steals the show.
Tom Mounting System –
Powerful Sounds Thanks to
Minimal Shell Contact!
The vibration-free T.A.R. system
(Total Acoustic ­Resonance) with APS
provides maximum ­resonance and
sustain.
Bass Drum Mount –
Smooth and Snug!
The standard Force series bass drum
ships with a mount. The inner workings
of the mount are built for a strong and
secure base; thanks to a smooth yet firm
application of pressure.
Bass Drum Claws –
Protect Your Hoops!
SONOR Essential Force Birch Shell Design
Birchwood shells deliver maximum strength, perfect curving and neutral
tuning — thanks to tension-free cross lamination of the individual plies
of wood (CLTF Cross Laminated Tension Free Process).
Rubber padding beneath the bass
drum claws ­protects the wooden
hoop against damage.
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Quick and Easy Set-Up!
Position clamps (Memory Locks)
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drum spur height.
New 20" Deep Bass Drums –
For Maximum Power and Rich Bass Drum Sounds!
TuneSafe
Ph o to :
Short Tom Sizes – Full
Sustain and Quick Response!
Individual Components –
For Enhanced Setups!
The new SONOR Force tom toms
with ‘short’ shells offer controlled
sustain and give the drums a crisp
attack.
A large selection of individual com­
ponents provide perfect add-ons for
an even bigger performance – ideal for
live gigs requiring multiple setups.
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Bass Drum Feet –
On Solid Footing,
Wherever You Go!
The bass drum feet can be converted
from rubber to metal by turning the
rubber foot. Fixing the position by
a fastening screw.
Pre-Muffled Bass Drum Heads –
For Just the Right Kick!
Pre-muffled batter and resonance
heads on the bass drum provide ‘allround’ powerful sounds and dynamic
‘kicks’. SONOR heads made by REMO.
Tuning Lugs with TuneSafe –
Real Eye-Catchers, with SONOR
Design!
The new SONOR Force tuning lugs
with fine-pitch threads are equipped
with the TuneSafe feature, which
­prevents tension rods from
loosening.
Hardware 200 Set –
Reliable and Now Even Better!
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two mini boom stands for a professional look,
while the solid double-braced stands provide
optimum reliability. SONOR’s 3-section clamp
offers maximum support with very little
effort – whether for light or heavy drumming.
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SE T UP S
essential force series
Essential Force Stage 3 Set
in 11235 Blue Fade
ESF 11 2217 BD WM Bass Drum 22" x 17.5"
ESF 11 1455 SDW
Snare Drum 14" x 5.5"
ESF 11 1008 TT
Tom Tom 10" x 8"
ESF 11 1209 TT
Tom Tom 12" x 9"
ESF 11 1616 FT
Floor Tom 16" x 16"
Hardware
DTH 275
Double Tom Holder
HS 275
Hardware 200 Set
Essential Force Stage 2 Set
in 11236 Amber Fade
ESF 11 2217 BD WM Bass Drum 22" x 17.5"
ESF 11 1455 SDW
Snare Drum 14" x 5.5"
ESF 11 1008 TT
Tom Tom 10" x 8"
ESF 11 1209 TT
Tom Tom 12" x 9"
ESF 11 1414 FT
Floor Tom 14" x 14"
Hardware
DTH 275
Double Tom Holder
HS 275
Hardware 200 Set
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Essential Force Set in 13072 Green Fade
ESF 11 2220 BD NM Bass Drum 22" x 20"
ESF 11 1465 SDW
Snare Drum 14" x 6.5"
ESF 11 1008 TT
Tom Tom 10" x 8"
ESF 11 1414 FT
Floor Tom 14" x 14"
ESF 11 1616 FT
Floor Tom 16" x 16"
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SS 277
HH 274
MBS 273 TA 278
MC 276
MH 475
XH 474
DP 472 R DT 270
Snare Drum Stand
Hi-Hat Stand
Mini Boom Stand (4x)
Tom Arm
Multi Clamp
Multi Holder
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SE T UP S
essential force series
Essential Force Studio Set in 11233 Birch
ESF 11 2017 BD WM Bass Drum 20" x 17.5"
ESF 11 1455 SDW
Snare Drum 14" x 5.5"
ESF 11 1008 TT
Tom Tom 10" x 8"
ESF 11 1209 TT
Tom Tom 12" x 9"
ESF 11 1414 FT
Floor Tom 14" x 14"
Hardware
DTH 275
Double Tom Holder
HS 275
Hardware 200 Set
Essential Force Stage 1 Set
in 11234 Piano Black
ESF 11 2217 BD WM Bass Drum 22" x 17.5"
ESF 11 1455 SDW
Snare Drum 14" x 5.5"
ESF 11 1209 TT
Tom Tom 12" x 9"
ESF 11 1310 TT
Tom Tom 13" x 10"
ESF 11 1616 FT
Floor Tom 16" x 16"
Hardware
DTH 275
Double Tom Holder
HS 275
Hardware 200 Set
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ESF 11 2220 BD NM Bass Drum 22" x 20"
ESF 11 1465 SDW
Snare Drum 14" x 6.5"
ESF 11 1065 TT
Tom Tom 10" x 6.5"
ESF 11 1207 TT
Tom Tom 12" x 7"
ESF 11 1412 FT
Floor Tom 14" x 12"
ESF 11 1614 FT
Floor Tom 16" x 14"
Hardware
TA 278
Tom Arm (2x)
MC 276
Multi Clamp (2x)
HS 275
Hardware 200 Set
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