Pearl Crystal Beat Studio Blue S.

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Pearl Crystal Beat Studio Blue S.

Pearl

Crystal Beat Studio Blue S.

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 517048
Brand: Pearl
Model: Crystal Beat Studio Blue S.
Price: $1,757.80

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This Crystal Beat Studio Blue S is a striking throwback, bringing back the iconic acrylic drum look with modern refinements. It's a premium-priced kit perfect for players seeking a distinctive, resonant sound and a vintage vibe—especially those in jazz, fusion, or studio settings where visual impact is key. The acrylic really sings, offering a unique sonic character you won't find elsewhere.

Product Description

  • Pearl Crystal Beat Studio Blue S.
  • Shell Set
  • Limited Edition
  • Shell made of seamless acrylic
  • Shell thickness bass drum: 7 mm
  • Shell thickness toms: 6 mm
  • Chrome hardware
  • 1.6 mm Triple Flanged Hoops
  • Optimount tom holding system
  • 45° Bearing edge
  • Modern remake of the classic from 1973
  • Version CRB504P/C #742
  • Colour: Blue Sapphire (#742)

*Set consists of:*

, 20" x 15" Bass drum, 10" x 07" Tom tom, 12" x 08" Tom Tom, 14" x 13" Floor Tom

PROS
  • • Seamless acrylic shells offer unique visual depth and shimmering tones
  • • Optimount system allows for precise tom placement and resonance control
  • • Triple-flanged hoops enhance attack and sustain for a powerful sound
  • • 7mm bass drum provides solid low-end response and controlled projection
CONS
  • • Acrylic shells are susceptible to scratches and require careful handling
  • • The limited kit configuration may restrict versatility for some players
  • • The striking blue sapphire finish might not appeal to all aesthetic preferences

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Key Features

Shell Material Seamless Acrylic
Pieces 4
Bass Drum Size 20 in x 15 in
Tom Sizes 10 in x 07 in, 12 in x 08 in, 14 in x 13 in
Shell Thickness Bass drum: 7 mm, Toms: 6 mm
Finish Blue Sapphire (#742)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Acrylic tends to be brighter and more resonant than maple or birch, with a more complex overtone series. It's less warm, but offers a distinctive, shimmering quality.
Yes, acrylic finishes generally show fingerprints and are more susceptible to scratches than lacquered finishes. Careful handling and occasional polishing are recommended.
While the Optimount system is adaptable, the mounting points are specific to the Crystal Beat design, limiting the range of tom sizes you can realistically use.

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