{"product_id":"ajax-drum-kit-forte-4-piece-20-kick-black-sparkle-rubix-drums","title":"AJAX | Drum Kit | FORTE | 4 Piece | 20\" Kick | Black Sparkle | Rubix Drums","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAjax Forte 4-Piece Drum Kit – Black Sparkle\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVintage-Inspired Ajax Drums with Versatile Modern Performance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAjax Forte 4-Piece Drum Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e is an intermediate to high-end drum set from the respected Ajax family, inspired by the classic Ajax drums of the 1950s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinished in a timeless \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Sparkle\u003c\/strong\u003e, this Forte kit combines vintage British drum styling with a versatile shell construction designed for modern drummers. Its balanced four-piece configuration makes it an excellent choice for studio recording, live performance, rehearsals and players looking for a responsive kit with plenty of character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit features \u003cstrong\u003e6-ply Beach\/Birch shells\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering a blend of warmth, projection, attack and clarity. This combination creates a musical and versatile drum sound, with enough focus for recording and enough projection for live performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e6-Ply Beach\/Birch Drum Shells\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ajax Forte uses a \u003cstrong\u003e6-ply Beach\/Birch shell construction\u003c\/strong\u003e, combining the tonal qualities of two complementary woods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeach contributes warmth, resonance and a rounded musical tone, while Birch is known for its focused attack, clear projection and strong presence. Together, these woods provide a balanced sound that works across a wide range of musical styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 6-ply Beach\/Birch shells offer:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarm, full-bodied tone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClear and focused attack\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalanced resonance and sustain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrong projection for live performance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDefined response for studio recording\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood tuning stability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA versatile sound suitable for rock, pop, jazz, indie and more\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis combination gives the Ajax Forte a lively but controlled character, allowing the drums to remain expressive without becoming overly harsh or unfocused.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAjax Forte 4-Piece Drum Kit Sizes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular Ajax Forte kit comes in the following four-piece configuration:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e20\" Bass Drum\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10\" Tom\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12\" Tom\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e14\" Floor Tom\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 20\" bass drum provides a balanced combination of punch, depth and quick response. It offers enough low-end presence for rock and modern music while remaining versatile and controlled for studio work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 10\" and 12\" rack toms create a clear, musical tonal range, giving the kit a comfortable spread between pitches. The 14\" floor tom adds warmth and depth, completing a compact but flexible setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis configuration is ideal for drummers who want the versatility of two rack toms without moving to a larger five-piece kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAjax Add-Ons\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ajax Forte 4-Piece can also be expanded with the same additional drums and accessories:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAjax Metasonic Aluminium Snare Drum\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8\" Tom\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e16\" Floor Tom\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese add-ons allow you to create a larger and more flexible drum setup while maintaining the distinctive Ajax sound and visual style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe optional 8\" tom adds a higher tonal voice and more melodic possibilities. The 16\" floor tom provides additional low-end depth, while the Ajax Metasonic Aluminium snare delivers a contrasting metallic sound with extra attack, projection and clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note: the kit does not include hardware, apart from the tom holders; all stands, pedals, mounts and hardware for the optional add-ons must be purchased separately.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBlack Sparkle Finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Sparkle finish\u003c\/strong\u003e gives the Ajax Forte a classic vintage appearance inspired by the golden era of British drum manufacturing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sparkling black finish looks equally at home on stage, in the studio or as part of a carefully curated drum collection. Combined with the traditional styling and Beach\/Birch shell construction, it gives the Forte a distinctive look and sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Flexible Kit for Studio and Live Performance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ajax Forte 4-Piece offers a practical balance between compactness and versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 20\" bass drum delivers a full but controlled low end, while the 10\" and 12\" toms provide a clear and musical tonal range. The 14\" floor tom adds depth without making the kit feel oversized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are recording, rehearsing or performing live, this configuration provides a strong foundation that can be adapted to many different musical styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the optional Ajax Metasonic Aluminium snare, 8\" tom and 16\" floor tom, the kit can also be expanded as your playing and setup requirements develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAjax Forte intermediate to high-end drum kit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by classic Ajax drums from the 1950s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage-style Black Sparkle finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6-ply Beach\/Birch drum shells\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarm tone with focused attack and clear projection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVersatile sound for studio, live and rehearsal use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e20\" bass drum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10\" tom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e12\" tom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e14\" floor tom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptional Ajax Metasonic Aluminium snare\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptional 8\" tom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptional 16\" floor tom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"AJAX","offers":[{"title":"No Add-on","offer_id":56418801353083,"sku":null,"price":2100.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"+Metasonic 5.5\"","offer_id":56418787328379,"sku":null,"price":2400.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"+Metasonic 6.5\"","offer_id":56418787361147,"sku":null,"price":2400.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/rubixdrums.com\/products\/ajax-drum-kit-forte-4-piece-20-kick-black-sparkle-rubix-drums","provider":"Rubix Drums","version":"1.0","type":"link"}