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Cardinal PercussionSmall Goods Lacquerd Wood Hoop 6 Ply 18 in. Maple

Cardinal Percussion
Cardinal Percussion Small Goods Lacquerd Wood Hoop 6 Ply 18 in. Maple

Independent shopping perspective

The Korena take

For an 18-inch drum project, this Cardinal Percussion Small Goods hoop combines six-ply maple construction with a clear lacquered surface. The maple layers are pressed together for a solid hoop, and the exterior is sanded smooth and finished for a polished appearance. Its beveled edge profile is intended to simplify tuning, making it a practical component when refreshing a drum or assembling one around a finished maple hoop.

Cardinal Percussion Small Goods Lacquerd Wood Hoop 6 Ply 18 in. Maple product detail
Product studyCardinal Percussion Small Goods Lacquerd Wood Hoop 6 Ply 18 in. Maple

Strong match

Who this is for

  • Refreshing an 18-inch drum with a finished six-ply maple wood hoop.
  • Drum-building work where a clear-coated exterior and beveled tuning edge are wanted.

Consider the trade-offs

When to look elsewhere

  • Projects requiring an unfinished hoop surface for custom paint or stain work.

What matters in use

The specifications, translated

Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.

Detail 01

18-inch size

Use it only for a project calling for the 18-inch hoop size named here.

Detail 02

Six-ply maple build

The hoop is formed from six pressed maple layers.

Detail 03

Lacquered exterior

It arrives with a smooth clear finish.

Final check

Know before you order

  1. 01Confirm the 18-inch size against the drum project before ordering.

Product questions

Before you decide

Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.

01Does the hoop have a clear finish?

Yes. Its exterior is described as smooth and shiny with a clear finish.

02Are the edges shaped for tuning?

Yes. The edges are sanded and cut at an angle to help make tuning easier.