Detail 01
Nitro gas shock pedestal
The seat rides on a gas cylinder, so it absorbs pedal-driven bounce instead of transmitting it into your spine.
Product detailSKU #1275776906450
ROC-N-SOCNRX Nitro Drum Throne Black
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Upper-tier Roc-N-Soc throne with a gas shock instead of a rigid post. For drummers who sit long sets and want give under them.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Gigging drummers playing two or three sets a night
- Players with lower back or tailbone complaints from hard seats
- Rehearsal rooms where one throne gets used daily for years
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Occasional bedroom players — a fixed-post throne costs far less
- Drummers who want a locked, dead-solid seat with zero movement
- Anyone needing a backrest out of the box
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 02
Threadless height adjustment
A gas shock changes height by release lever rather than screwing the seat up a threaded post.
Detail 03
$249.99
Pro-level pricing for a seat. You are paying for the shock and the cushion, not for looks.
Detail 04
Black upholstery
Hides scuffs and stage grime. Shows dust and cymbal polish more than lighter covers.
Detail 05
Roc-N-Soc
Seat tops and bases are sold as separate parts, so a worn cushion doesn't mean a new throne.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure your seated height at the kit before ordering — throne height drives pedal technique
- 02Backrests and hydraulic upgrades are separate purchases
- 03A gas shock needs clear floor space under it; check tight riser setups
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What does the Nitro shock actually do?
It puts a nitrogen gas cylinder between the seat and the base. You get slight vertical give when you push into the kick pedal, rather than a hard stop.
02Can I add a backrest later?
Roc-N-Soc builds seats and bases as separate parts, so components can be changed. Confirm the specific backrest fits this base before buying.
03Is this too much throne for a beginner?
At $249.99 it's more than most first kits budget for a seat. It makes sense once you're playing multiple hours a week.
04Does it come assembled?
Thrones of this type ship as a seat top and a base to join together. Expect a few minutes of assembly, no tools beyond what's supplied.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
