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Pearl Decade M.StandardShells Maple

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Pearl Decade M.StandardShells Maple

Pearl

Decade M.StandardShells Maple

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 595396
Brand: Pearl
Model: Decade M.StandardShells Maple
Category: Drum Shell Sets
Price: $1,406.90

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

The Decade Maple is a fantastic all-around kit, offering a warm, responsive sound that's great for gigging musicians and serious hobbyists. The maple shells provide a pleasing tonal balance, and the OptiLoc system helps retain shell resonance. It's a step up from entry-level kits, delivering professional feel and sound without the premium price tag.

Product Description

  • Pearl Decade M.StandardShells Maple
  • Shell Set
  • Decade Maple Series
  • 5.4 mm thick shells made of thin 6-ply maple
  • Matte lacquer finish shells
  • Chrome shell hardware
  • 1.6 mm Triple flanged hoops
  • OptiLoc tom holding system
  • Kick drum bracket
  • Remo Ambassador UT and Remo Powerstroke 3 (kick drum) heads
  • Kick drum front head with hole
  • Kick drum muffling cushion
  • Fast-responding set with large tonal and dynamic range
  • DMP925SP/C-889
  • Colour: Gloss Exotic Maple (-889)
  • Includes 2x TH-900 tom holders

*Shell set consisting of:*, 22" x 18" Kick drum, 10" x 07" Tom tom, 12" x 08" Tom tom, 16" x 16" Floor tom, 14" x 5.5" Snare drum

PROS
  • • Maple shells deliver warm, resonant tone with excellent projection.
  • • OptiLoc mounting system minimizes shell vibration for a clearer sound.
  • • Triple-flanged hoops enhance attack and sustain noticeably.
  • • Pre-installed heads are a solid starting point for a wide range of styles.
CONS
  • • Maple construction makes the kit relatively heavy, especially for younger players.
  • • Matte lacquer finish can show fingerprints and smudges easily.
  • • Snare drum, while decent, might be an upgrade point for serious snare enthusiasts.

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Key Features

Shell Material 6-ply Maple
Pieces 5
Bass Drum Size 22" x 18"
Tom Sizes 10" x 7", 12" x 8", 16" x 16", 14" x 5.5"
Shell Thickness 5.4 mm
Finish Matte Lacquer

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Decade Maple lacks the extreme resonance and complexity of the Masters Series, but it gets you a very respectable 85% of the tonal quality at a more accessible price point.
The included Remo heads are perfectly serviceable to get you started, but serious players will likely want to upgrade to heads tailored to their specific tuning and playing style after some use.
The included kick drum bracket is adequate for single pedal playing, but a heavier double pedal setup would benefit from a more robust, aftermarket bracket for added stability.

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