Pearl Decade Maple Studio S. Black

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Pearl Decade Maple Studio S. Black

Pearl

Decade Maple Studio S. Black

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 381553
Brand: Pearl
Model: Decade Maple Studio S. Black
Price: $1,710.50

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

The Pearl Decade Maple Studio S. is a fantastic all-around kit for gigging musicians and serious hobbyists. The maple shells offer a refined, musical tone that's versatile enough for many genres, and the OptiLoc system lets you really dial in your sound. It's a step up from entry-level kits without the premium price tag.

Product Description

  • Pearl Decade Maple Studio S. Black
  • Drum Set
  • Decade Maple Series
  • Studio version
  • DMP905/C-227
  • Matte lacquered 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 (bass drum) heads
  • Bass drum resonant head with sound hole
  • Highly responsive set with great tonal and dynamic range
  • Colour: Satin Black Slate (-227)
  • Bass drum damping cushion included

*Shell configuration:*

  • 20" x 16" Bass drum with rosette
  • 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-830 hardware pack consisting of:*

, 1x BC-830 Cymbal boom stand, 1x C-830 Straight cymbal stand, 1x H-830 Hi-hat stand, 1x S-830 Snare stand, 1x P-930 Single bass drum pedal

PROS
  • • Maple shells deliver warm, focused tone with excellent projection
  • • OptiLoc mounting allows for precise tom placement and resonance control
  • • Triple-flanged hoops enhance attack and sustain characteristics
  • • Included hardware pack provides a solid, functional starting point
CONS
  • • Satin black finish can show fingerprints and smudges easily
  • • Hardware, while functional, is entry-level and may benefit from upgrades
  • • Limited shell sizes might restrict versatility for some advanced players

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Key Features

Shell Material 6-ply maple
Pieces 5
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 stand, C-830 straight stand, H-830 hi-hat stand, TH-900 tom holders
Finish Satin Black Slate

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's positioned competitively, offering a similar tonal character to kits costing significantly more, though the hardware isn't quite as refined.
The Ambassador and Powerstroke heads are decent for practice, but replacing them with higher-end heads will noticeably improve the recording quality.
The 6-ply construction offers good durability; proper care and avoiding excessive force will minimize any risk of cracking.

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