I've had one week, and really sounds right away. Snare in maple is amazing. I change my forum outright, and luckily has nothing to do given the price difference. the finish is good trs even if it's Chinese or another. everything is flexible mount, it is maple which gives the sustain. I have chosen and I 20/10/12/14 am amazed at the power of the whole. good value quality / price and I keep it on for several years