Detail 01
7-ply maple shell
Yamaha uses it to combine deep resonance with a solid attack while reducing carrying weight versus all-hardwood counterparts.
Product detailSKU #1500000423337
Yamaha20" x 14" 8300 Series Field-Corps Marching Bass Drum Natural Forest
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
The 20 x 14 in. 8300 Field-Corps bass drum pairs a 7-ply maple shell with a relatively slim 14 in. depth. Yamaha voices the series for deep resonance and a firm attack, while the shell design keeps carrying weight lower than all-hardwood counterparts. Air-Seal construction keeps the shell round for clearer tuning and a pure fundamental. Smooth white REMO PowerMax heads and Sound Impact Strips are part of the drum’s clear, overtone-controlled tuning approach.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Indoor or outdoor marching-percussion work needing a 20 x 14 in. bass drum with deep resonance and defined attack.
- Programs that value mobile bass drums with maple shells and a slim 14 in. depth.
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
Air-Seal System shell
It is designed to begin and remain round, supporting clearer tuning and a pure fundamental tone.
Detail 03
Sound Impact Strips
They reduce unwanted overtones and make tuning easier.
Detail 04
Reinforced tension bolts and 5.4 mm steel tension rods
They are designed for high-tension tuning with easy, consistent adjustment.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm the 20 x 14 in. size for your bass-drum part; the series uses a 14 in. shell depth.
- 02The drum has an air-hole size and position optimized for its specific size.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What heads come on this bass drum?
It comes with smooth white REMO PowerMax bass drum heads.
02What size is this model?
It is a 20 x 14 in. marching bass drum.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Natural
