Pearl Decade M. Standard Shells S.BK

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Pearl Decade M. Standard Shells S.BK

Pearl

Decade M. Standard Shells S.BK

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 499498
Brand: Pearl
Model: Decade M. Standard Shells S.BK
Price: $1,406.90

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

The Decade M. Standard shells are a seriously sweet deal for gigging drummers and serious home recordists. The maple delivers a focused, warm tone that cuts through a mix, and the OptiLoc system allows for a ton of customization. This is a fantastic foundation for building a kit that sounds professional without requiring a massive investment.

Product Description

  • Pearl Decade M. Standard Shells S.BK
  • Shell Set
  • Decade Maple Series
  • 5.4 mm thick thin 6-ply maple shells
  • Matt 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 muffling cushion
  • Fast responding set with wide tonal and dynamic range
  • DMP925SP/C-227
  • Colour: Satin Slate Black (-227)
  • 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 excellent projection
  • • OptiLoc system provides secure, versatile tom mounting options
  • • Triple-flanged hoops enhance attack and tuning stability
  • • Pre-installed heads offer a solid, workable starting point for any drummer
CONS
  • • Satin Slate Black finish can be prone to fingerprints and smudging
  • • 6-ply construction, while versatile, may lack ultimate low-end thump of thicker shells
  • • Hardware, while functional, isn't as premium as higher-end Pearl lines

Product Video

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 Slate Black

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Frequently Asked Questions

It offers a great balance of quality and affordability, often outperforming similarly priced options from less established brands, though it may lack some of the refinement of higher-end maple kits.
The included Remo heads are perfectly serviceable for getting started, but upgrading to premium heads will unlock even more of the shells' tonal potential.
Yes, the OptiLoc system offers a wide range of angles and positions, making it adaptable to various rack setups and allowing for personalized drum configurations.

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