Pearl Decade M. Studio Shells S.BK

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Pearl Decade M. Studio Shells S.BK

Pearl

Decade M. Studio Shells S.BK

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 499502
Brand: Pearl
Model: Decade M. Studio Shells S.BK
Price: $1,406.90

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The Decade M. Studio shells are a fantastic sweet spot – you get that warm, responsive maple tone without the premium price tag. They're versatile enough for a wide range of genres, from jazz to rock, and feel really well-built. This kit’s ideal for serious hobbyists and gigging musicians looking for quality and value.

Product Description

  • Pearl Decade M. Studio Shells S.BK
  • Shell Set
  • Decade Maple Series
  • 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
  • DMP905P/C-227
  • Colour: Satin Slate Black (-227)
  • Incl. 2x TH-900 tom holders

*Drum set consisting of:*

  • 20" x 16" Bass Drum
  • 10" x 07" Tom Tom
  • 12" x 08" Tom Tom
  • 14" x 14" Stand Tom
  • 14" x 5
  • 5" Snare Drum
PROS
  • • Maple shells deliver warm, focused tone with excellent resonance
  • • OptiLoc mounting system minimizes dampening and maximizes shell vibration
  • • Triple-flanged hoops enhance attack and sustain noticeably
  • • Satin Slate Black finish looks fantastic and resists fingerprints well
CONS
  • • 6-ply construction, while versatile, lacks the ultimate projection of thicker shells
  • • Hardware, while solid, isn't the premium level found on higher-end Pearl kits
  • • Snare drum included is a decent starter, but an upgrade is likely desired

Product Video

Key Features

Shell Material Maple
Pieces 5
Bass Drum Size 20 in x 16 in
Tom Sizes 10 in x 7 in, 12 in x 8 in, 14 in x 14 in, 14 in x 5.5 in
Shell Thickness 5.4 mm
Finish Satin Slate Black

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Frequently Asked Questions

Maple offers a warmer, more rounded tone than birch, with more low-mid frequencies; birch is generally brighter and more focused.
Yes, it’s a significant improvement – the floating design minimizes contact points, preserving more of the shell’s natural resonance and sustain.
They are relatively responsive and naturally resonant, but not overly dry; a little muffling is usually beneficial depending on the desired sound.

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