Then you’ve got to listen. Really listen. Not only to the drums, but to drummers. You’ve got to have a willingness to experiment with some unique techniques and wood combinations to etch out a oneakind sound.
And remember, while you’re doing all of this you have to maintain a true passion for all things percussion & drums, music and your craft. There has to be a dedication to quality, honesty and the player.
It’s not easy right?
C&C build drums the right way. With the finest materials, a dedication to craftsmanship and a true love for drums and music. C&C players hear and feel the difference. They know you can’t get the look and feel of a C&C anywhere else. C&C makes drums for real drummers. Try a C&C Drum set now and become a part of the C&C sound story.
Gracing stages worldwide...
An honest, american made drum set at an affordable price. The Player Date I has a round, dark tone with body, enhanced low end and a clear defined note. Its 7 Ply Luan Mahogany shell and has a wide tuning range and controlled decay.
Bearing Edge: Full Contact (fully rounded outside cut with no inside cut)
Lug: C&C Proprietary centered “Deco” Lug
Hoops: 2.3mm Triple Flanged
Bass Drum Spurs: Vintage Style
Bass Drum Claws: Butterfly
Badge: All Player Dates have a black badge that is unique to the PDI and PDII only
Lacquer: Honey, Red Mahogany
Satin Stain: Brown Mahogany, Ebony, Natural Mahogany, Walnut
Wraps: Aged Marine Pearl, Blue Sparkle, Green Sparkle, Gold Sparkle, Silver Sparkle, Blue Glitter, Gold Glitter, Green Glitter, Grey Glitter
Designed as an extension of the Player Date I, our Player Date II has a warm, round tone that is a bit brighter than the Player Date I kit. It has enhanced mid-range and a smooth attack. Its 7 Ply Maple/Mahogany/Maple shell provides a wide tuning range and versatility.
Bearing Edge: Full Contact (fully rounded outside cut with no inside cut)
Lug: C&C Proprietary centered “Deco” Lug
Hoops: 2.3mm Triple Flanged
Bass Drum Spurs: Vintage Style
Bass Drum Claws: Butterfly
Badge: All Player Dates have a black badge that is unique to the PDI and PDII only
Satin Stain: Ebony, Natural Maple, Walnut
Wraps: Aged Marine Pearl, Blue Sparkle, Green Sparkle, Gold Sparkle, Silver Sparkle, Blue Glitter, Gold Glitter, Green Glitter, Grey Glitter
With thicker cuts than the industry standard, our Maple ply configuration is a refined version of the shell construction that put us on the map. The Gladstone series features 7 plies of North American Rock Maple, single-ended Deco Lug and Bread & Butter bearing edge.
Bearing Edge: Bread and Butter (Round outside cut / Sharp inside cut)
Lug: C&C proprietary single ended “Deco” Lug
Hoops: 2.3mm Triple Flanged
Bass Drum Spurs: Modern Style
Bass Drum Claws: Die Cast
Badge: Silver “C&C Drum Co.” Badge
Hand Applied Stains: Aged Maple, Brown Mahogany, Ebony, Natural Maple, Walnut
Wraps: Two Tone Butcher Block, Black Tie Butcher Block, Ebony Oyster, Peanut Butter Swirl, Blue Glitter, Ginger Glitter, Gold Glitter, Green Glitter, Grey Glitter
Inspired by the great American drums from the 50s, 60s and 70s, the 12th & Vine features a 5 ply shell with a Poplar Core, 7 Ply Maple Reinforcement Rings and our Los Angeles bearing edge. Choose your perfect wood type…
Bearing Edge: Los Angeles (Rounded Up to the Re-Ring then cut in)
Lug: C&C Proprietary Single Ended “Deco” Lug
Hoops: 2.3mm Stick Saver (Double Flange)
Bass Drum Spurs: Vintage Style
Bass Drum Claws: Die Cast
Badge: Silver “C&C Drum Co.” Badge
Hand Applied Stains:
Natural Stain
Espresso Stain
We’ve spent years meeting the specific needs of our customers- drummers of all types. The C&C Custom Shop features our in-house Gladstone Shells and proprietary lug designs. Choose from an array of options to bring to life the sound and aesthetics you’ve been dreaming of.
You choose the specs!
We work with you to refine and create the perfect set to meet your needs.
Contact us for expert advice about all your options.
info@candcdrumsaustralia.com
What can you dream up?
The Player Date Series Drum Set...honest drums.
Hand made in Gladstone, Missouri; by drummers, for drummers






























Meticulously sourced timber is moulded in-house to form one-of-a-kind C&C drums