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Pearl Decade M. Standard Shells BB

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Pearl Decade M. Standard Shells BB

Pearl

Decade M. Standard Shells BB

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 499500
Brand: Pearl
Model: Decade M. Standard Shells BB
Category: Drum Shell Sets
Price: $1,406.90

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

The Decade M. Standard is a fantastic entry into Pearl's maple offerings. It delivers a well-rounded, versatile sound that’s responsive to a wide range of playing styles – perfect for gigging musicians and serious hobbyists looking for premium-priced quality without the high-end price tag. The maple shells really shine, offering a warm, focused tone that cuts through a mix.

Product Description

  • Pearl Decade M. Standard Shells BB
  • Shell Set
  • Decade Maple Series
  • 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 and Remo Powerstroke 3 (bass drum) heads
  • Perforated bass drum front head
  • Bass drum muffled cushion
  • Fast responding set with wide tonal and dynamic range
  • DMP925SP/C-262
  • Colour: Satin Black Burst (-262)
  • Incl. 2x TH-900 tom holders

*Drum set consists of:*

  • 22" x 18" Bass Drum
  • 10" x 07" Tom Tom
  • 12" x 08" Tom Tom
  • 16" x 16" Stand Tom
  • 14" x 5
  • 5" Snare Drum
PROS
  • • Maple shells deliver warm, resonant tone with surprising projection
  • • OptiLoc mounting system allows for precise tom positioning and minimal dampening
  • • Triple-flanged hoops enhance attack and sustain, a noticeable upgrade
  • • Satin Black Burst finish is visually striking and resists fingerprints well
CONS
  • • 6-ply construction, while good, might lack the ultimate depth of thicker shells
  • • Hardware, while solid, isn't the absolute top-tier Pearl offers
  • • Snare drum, while decent, could be upgraded for a more distinctive voice

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Key Features

Shell Material Maple
Pieces 5
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 5.5 in
Shell Thickness 5.4 mm
Finish Satin Black Burst

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Frequently Asked Questions

It sits competitively, offering a great balance of tone, build quality, and price. You'll notice a step up in both sound and feel compared to birch or poplar options.
The included Remo heads are perfectly serviceable for starting out, but upgrading to a higher-end snare head and potentially some batter heads on the toms will unlock even more of the shells' potential.
Yes, the OptiLoc system is very intuitive to adjust, allowing for quick tom repositioning. It’s designed to let the shells resonate fully, and in my experience, it does a great job of that.

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