Pearl Decade Maple Studio BK Burst

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Pearl Decade Maple Studio BK Burst

Pearl

Decade Maple Studio BK Burst

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 381678
Brand: Pearl
Model: Decade Maple Studio BK Burst
Price: $1,714.90

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The Pearl Decade Maple Studio kit is a fantastic choice for intermediate to advanced players seeking a premium-priced, versatile drumset. The maple shells provide a warm, balanced tone suitable for a wide range of genres, and the OptiLoc mounting system ensures a responsive, dynamic feel. It's a great starting point for serious drumming, and a solid foundation for years to come.

Product Description

  • Pearl Decade Maple Studio BK Burst
  • Drum Set
  • Decade Maple Series
  • Studio Model
  • DMP905/C-262
  • Matte lacquer finish shells
  • Chrome shell hardware
  • Shells made of thin 6-ply maple with 5.4 mm wall thickness
  • 1.6 mm triple-flanged hoops
  • OptiLoc tom mounting system
  • Remo Ambassador UT and Remo Powerstroke 3 (kick drum) heads
  • Kick drum resonant head with sound hole
  • Quick responsive set with great tonal and dynamic range
  • Colour: Satin Black Burst (-262)
  • Kick drum muffling cushion included
  • *Shell configuration consisting of: *
  • 20" x 16" Kick drum (with kick drum bracket)
  • 10" x 07" Tom tom
  • 12" x 08" Tom tom
  • 14" x 14" Floor tom
  • 14" x 5.5" Snare drum
  • 2x TH-900 Tom holder

*Includes HWP-834 hardware pack consisting of:*, 2x BC-830 boom cymbal stand, 1 x H-830 Hi-Hat pedal, 1x S-830 Snare stand, 1 x P-930 Single foot pedal

PROS
  • • 6-ply maple shells deliver a warm, focused tone with excellent projection.
  • • OptiLoc mounting system allows for precise tom placement and minimal dampening.
  • • Triple-flanged hoops enhance attack and sustain, a noticeable upgrade.
  • • Remo heads provide a solid, responsive feel straight out of the box.
CONS
  • • The satin black burst finish can be prone to fingerprints and smudging.
  • • Hardware pack is functional, but entry-level; an upgrade is likely desired.
  • • Maple construction, while versatile, lacks the aggressive bite of birch.

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Key Features

Shell Material 6-ply Maple
Pieces 7
Bass Drum Size 20 in x 16 in
Snare 14 in x 5.5 in
Tom Sizes 10 in x 7 in, 12 in x 8 in, 14 in x 14 in
Hardware Included BC-830 boom stands, H-830 hi-hat pedal, S-830 snare stand
Finish Satin Black Burst

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Decade Maple offers a similar warmth and responsiveness, but the Reference Series has a more refined, 'finished' tone due to thinner shells and more meticulous construction.
The snare is perfectly serviceable for getting started, but many players will want to upgrade to a snare with more character and tuning range down the line.
These shells are relatively open; they don’t have excessive internal dampening, allowing for a good amount of natural resonance and projection.

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