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Looking for the punch and presence of a hardworking kit with the style and dependability of a true SJC ? all for an amazing price? You're on the right path with the SJC Pathfinder Series 3-piece Shell Pack, which melds the articulate and punchy nature of maple and augments it with a rich, thunderous, and resonant low-end in a 6-ply recipe that’s guaranteed to keep the grooves grinding. But it’s not just the woods that speak volumes of this value-packed drum kit’s performance. You’ll get quality SJC hardware, including majestic shield lugs that anchor down a set of lightweight triple-flanged hoops. Quality bass drum spurs, floor tom legs, and a hanging mount for your rack tom join in the flat black-finished hardware revelry, offering an impressive degree of adjustability to help you configure your shells to your preference. Topped with premium drumheads, Sweetwater percussion pros are hard-pressed to find a sharper-looking, more reliable, and tonally tremendous shell pack.





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Outstanding hybrid maple shells





Typically, we don’t see affordably priced shell packs with such stellar wood combinations. Then again, SJC isn’t your typical drum builder! Seven plies make up the tonal foundation of this shell pack, pairing timeless tonewoods to deliver a sound with a truly balanced appeal. Maple embodies that classic warmth and punchiness, with enough articulate responsiveness to attack well and extract every intricacy of your playing style.





These woods create an effortlessly playable feel with a full-bodied shell tone that covers you on every frequency, from rack rolls to high-impact kick entrances. The cherry on top? Each shell comes shaved with 45-degree bearing edges to ensure that your drumheads translate every vibration to the rest of the shell with maximum tonal purity, even while playing at your quietest.





Diligent and capable hardware





SJC didn’t stop at exceptional wood tone, so the company gave the Pathfinder a hardware outfit you can depend on. Their iconic and stylish shield lugs are small and lightweight yet commandingly strong, affording players maximum resonance and intonation dependability that will keep your tone in check for those longer rehearsals and set lists. They clamp down a set of 1.6mm triple-flanged hoops, providing weight relief and rounded-over edges that will help prolong the life of your drumstick arsenal. Large and adjustable bass drum spurs and floor tom legs make angling and height positioning a breeze while prioritizing comfort and projection in any setting. Finally, your rack tom comes equipped with a hanging mount, bracket, and L-rod clamp to certify setup simplicity, speed, and configuring freedom.





SJC Pathfinder: a path for all players





The Pathfinder’s superb appointments provide a means for percussive success for players of all stripes and styles. From the seasoned vet looking to downsize without sacrificing quality to the beginner wanting to take on new rhythmic realms confidently, the well-balanced Pathfinder offers a welcoming walkway for everyone and every genre. Its small footprint is a real space saver for home studios while doubling as an easily transportable option for road shows large and small. And for such a humble price tag, this pack really makes a statement!





SJC Pathfinder Series 3-piece Shell Pack Features:


Hybrid maple shell construction offers a well-balanced tonality with punchy and articulate playability and a resonant low-end


45° bearing edges provide maximum tonal purity in vibration transfer from head to shell


Shield lugs provide iconic style, tuning strength, and resonance-promoting weight relief


Lightweight 1.6mm triple-flanged hoops help your drumsticks last longer


Large bass drum spurs and included floor tom legs supply fantastic positioning freedom


Rack tom includes hanging mount, bracket, and L-rod clamp for fast and easy setup


Small footprint and great sound make a superb choice for beginner, intermediate, and veteran players alike


Modest price point puts the Pathfinder within reach of nearly any drummer’s budget