Handcrafted to escalate your drumming influence, the Reference Recipe’s unique drum formula retools the playing field with power, tone, and distinction.

Features

Shell

Handcrafted To Escalate Your Drumming Influence. Individually engineered for power, tone, and distinction, the total Reference kit perfectly captures every nuance of your unique drumming identity with a singular, prestigious sound.
Sonically-Proven Performance. Each Reference drum's unique "Recipe" delivers better tonal results.
From the Masterworks Vault. Developed to get the best elements our Custom Shop's limitless options.
Crafted to Spark Inspiration. Every drum's an instrument. Every kit's an orchestra. You're the Conductor.

Hardware

Elements That Enhance Sound, Rather Than Hindering It. The hardware on each Reference drum is selected not only for its efficient performance, but for its impact on total shell weight and sound. The Reference blend of Mastercast Die-Cast Hoops, our BRL swiveling bridge lug, and the OptiMount tom suspension system brings focus to a dynamic balance between sonic warmth and high-volume output.
Mastercast Hoops. Enhances shell weight and volume while staying true at high impact.
OptiMount Tom Suspension. Solid four-point tom mounting system maintains resonance and tone.
BRL Swivel Lugs. Weighted lug with pivoting brass tension casing for secure tuning.

Snares

The Tonal Center Of The Drum Kit (And Your Sound). For a broad spectrum of sonic choice, Reference offers three opulent Snare Drum options for a boldy refined aural statement.
20-ply Birch/Maple. The true definition of snare power with no loss in sensitivity or tonal body.
Ultracast 3mm Brass. Unbridled and explosive sonic bite with brazened midrange overtone.
Ultracast 5mm/2.5mm Steel. Sensitive, bombastic crack with piercing high end focus.