{"product_id":"ajax-drum-kit-forte-4-piece-24-kick-black-sparkle-rubix-drums","title":"AJAX | Drum Kit | FORTE | 4 Piece | 24\" Kick | Black Sparkle | Rubix Drums","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAjax Forte King of Drums 4-Piece Drum Kit – Black Sparkle\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Ajax Forte King of Drums\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAjax Forte King of Drums 4-Piece Drum Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the largest and most powerful configurations in the Ajax Forte range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by the classic Ajax drums of the 1950s, this intermediate to high-end kit combines traditional Ajax styling with substantial shell sizes and a commanding sound. Its nickname, \u003cstrong\u003eKing of Drums\u003c\/strong\u003e, reflects the legendary Ajax hero’s reputation for exceptional physical strength and power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinished in \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Sparkle\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is a serious-looking kit for drummers who want a deep, imposing sound rather than a compact or understated setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA 24\" Bass Drum with Serious Low-End Power\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e24\" bass drum\u003c\/strong\u003e gives this Ajax Forte a completely different character from smaller configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared with an 18\" bass drum, the 24\" kick produces a much larger sense of depth and projects more of the lowest bass frequencies. It delivers a broad, powerful low end with a slower, deeper feel and a strong physical presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not the quick, compact response of a smaller bass drum. The 24\" shell is designed for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep, powerful bass frequencies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA larger and more spacious low-end sound\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrong projection across a room\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA full, resonant response\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA commanding presence in rock and live performance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBig, natural bass drum tone for recording\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a bass drum that feels and sounds substantial, giving the whole kit a powerful foundation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLarge Tom Sizes with a Full, Musical Voice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e13\" tom\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a noticeably deeper and fuller sound than a smaller 10\" or 12\" rack tom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere a 10\" tom provides a higher, quicker and more focused voice, the 13\" tom produces a broader note with more body and a lower pitch. It sits naturally between the bass drum and floor toms, creating a strong, balanced tonal range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit is completed by large \u003cstrong\u003e16\" and 18\" floor toms\u003c\/strong\u003e. These drums provide deep, resonant tones with plenty of sustain and low-end weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, the 13\", 16\" and 18\" configuration gives the kit a powerful descending spread:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e13\" Tom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full, lower-pitched rack tom sound with plenty of body\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e16\" Floor Tom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep, warm tone with strong resonance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e18\" Floor Tom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very low, spacious and powerful floor tom voice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a configuration for drummers who enjoy large intervals between toms and a big, orchestral-style drum sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e6-Ply Beach\/Birch Drum Shells\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ajax Forte features \u003cstrong\u003e6-ply Beach\/Birch shells\u003c\/strong\u003e, combining the warm resonance of Beach wood with the clarity and projection of Birch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeach helps provide a rounded, musical tone, while Birch contributes definition, attack and focus. In these larger shell sizes, the combination supports a powerful sound without losing clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shell construction offers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull and resonant tone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrong low-frequency response\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClear attack\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowerful projection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalanced sustain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMusical tonal detail\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA versatile sound for live and studio use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe larger dimensions of this particular kit allow the shells to produce a broad, deep voice with plenty of authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAjax Forte King of Drums Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 4-piece Ajax Forte includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e24\" Bass Drum\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e13\" 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\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e18\" Floor Tom\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit does not include drum hardware apart from the tom holders. Stands, pedals, cymbal hardware and any additional mounts must be purchased separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOptional Ajax Metasonic Aluminium Snare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit can be completed with an \u003cstrong\u003eAjax Metasonic Aluminium Snare Drum\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts aluminium shell provides a contrasting sound to the large Beach\/Birch drums, adding a brighter attack, clear articulation and strong projection. This makes it a useful complement to the deep low-end character of the 24\" bass drum and large floor toms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOptional 14\" Floor Tom\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an even rarer setup, you can add an additional \u003cstrong\u003e14\" floor tom\u003c\/strong\u003e alongside the existing 16\" and 18\" floor toms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis creates a distinctive three-floor-tom configuration, giving you a wider range of low and mid-low tones. The 14\" floor tom adds a higher, more responsive voice, while the 16\" and 18\" provide progressively deeper notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe additional 14\" floor tom and any required hardware are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBlack Sparkle Finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe classic \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Sparkle finish\u003c\/strong\u003e gives the Ajax Forte King of Drums a bold vintage appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts sparkling finish reflects the styling of the 1950s Ajax era, while the large shell sizes give the kit an imposing visual presence. 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