From its sleek, innovative hardware designs and legendary Gretsch-formula shell, Catalina maple is a favorite among players that want a terrific sounding Gretsch drum set with ergonomically satisfying playing experience and a fresh, contemporary look.

Catalina maple’s mounting hardware includes the round “gas cap” bass drum mount plate and the 2025 upgraded low profile off-the-shell mounting GTS tom Suspension System, delivering noticeably longer sustain and a more natural tone from the toms. The 2025 upgrade also includes the newly designed Full Range Throw Off and Butt Plate on all Catalina snare drums, ensuring improved and more reliable functionality.
Gretsch T-Wing screws and bolts are included on all fittings for drummer-friendly feel and rubber isolated die-cast bass drum claws help keep bass drum hoops looking new.

The 7-ply Gretsch-formula maple shell has 30-degree bearing edges and natural shell interiors. Bass drums include telescopic bass drum spurs and matching maple wood bass drum hoops. toms and snare drums feature 2.5mm triple flanged hoops. All drums are fitted with Remo® drum heads.