Pearl Decade M. 6pcs Shell Pack S.BK

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Pearl Decade M. 6pcs Shell Pack S.BK

Pearl

Decade M. 6pcs Shell Pack S.BK

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 499729
Brand: Pearl
Model: Decade M. 6pcs Shell Pack S.BK
Price: $1,710.50

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

The Decade Maple is a solid choice for gigging musicians and serious hobbyists. The maple construction offers a balanced, warm tone that’s incredibly versatile across many genres. It’s a step up from entry-level kits, delivering professional-grade quality and sound without the premium price tag.

Product Description

  • Pearl Decade M. 6pcs Shell Pack S.BK
  • Shell Set
  • Decade Maple Series
  • 5.4 mm thick thin 6-ply maple shells
  • Lacquered shells
  • Chrome shell hardware
  • 1.6 mm Triple flanged hoops
  • OptiLoc Tom holding system
  • Bass Drum Rosette
  • Remo Ambassador UT und Remo Powerstroke 3 (Bass Drum) batter heads
  • Bass drum front head with hole
  • Bass drum cushion
  • Fast-responding set with large tonal and dynamic range
  • DMP926SP/C-227
  • Colour: Satin Slate Black (-227)
  • Includes 2x TH-900 tom holders
  • *Shell set consists of: *
  • 22" x 18" Bass Drum
  • 10" x 07" Tom Tom
  • 12" x 08" Tom Tom
  • 14" x 14" Floor Tom
  • 16" x 16" Floor Tom
  • 14" x 5.5" Snare Drum
PROS
  • • Maple shells deliver warm, resonant tones with excellent projection
  • • OptiLoc mounting allows for precise tom placement and minimizes dampening
  • • Triple-flanged hoops enhance attack and sustain, improving overall response
  • • Chrome hardware provides a premium feel and robust durability for stage use
CONS
  • • Satin Slate Black finish can show fingerprints and smudges easily
  • • 6-ply shells, while versatile, may lack the extreme low-end thump of thicker shells
  • • Snare drum, while good, is the weakest link and may be upgraded later

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Key Features

Shell Material Maple
Pieces 6
Bass Drum Size 22 in x 18 in
Tom Sizes 10 in x 7 in, 12 in x 8 in, 16 in x 16 in, 14 in x 14 in
Shell Thickness 5.4 mm (6-ply)
Finish Lacquered Satin Slate Black

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's a strong contender, offering a similar tonal character to kits from Yamaha and Tama, but often at a more accessible price point.
The Remo Ambassador heads are fine for practice, but you'll likely want to upgrade to higher-quality heads for optimal recording performance to capture the shell's true tone.
Yes, the OptiLoc system is well-designed; it allows for a wide range of tom angles without directly touching the shell, preserving resonance.

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