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Pearl Roadshow 20" Jet Black

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Pearl Roadshow 20" Jet Black

Pearl

Roadshow 20" Jet Black

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 521857
Brand: Pearl
Model: Roadshow 20" Jet Black
Category: Acoustic Drumkits
Price: $834.90

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The Pearl Roadshow is a solid entry point for beginner and intermediate drummers. The poplar shells provide a surprisingly good tone, and the included hardware and cymbals make it a complete package. It's a fantastic value for someone looking to get started without a huge investment.

Product Description

  • Pearl Roadshow 20" Jet Black
  • Complete Drum Set
  • Roadshow series
  • RS505C/C31
  • 9-Ply poplar shells with 7 mm wall thickness
  • Foil covered shells
  • Chrome shell hardware
  • Colour: Jet Black
  • Incl. sticks and stick bag

*Shell Configuration:*

, 20" x 16" Kick drum, 10" x 07" Tom tom, 12" x 08" Tom Tom, 14" x 14" Floor tom, 14" x 05" Snare drum

*Additional Included Accessories:*

  • Double-braced hardware
  • Foot pedal with a double chain
  • A drummer's seat
  • Sabian Solar 14" Hi-Hat and 16" Crash
  • Stick bag
  • Sticks
PROS
  • • 9-ply poplar shells offer a surprisingly warm and resonant tone for the price.
  • • Foil covering enhances shell resonance and provides a striking, unique aesthetic.
  • • Double-braced hardware provides a level of stability often missing in budget kits.
  • • Included Sabian Solar cymbals are a decent starting point for beginner drummers.
CONS
  • • 7mm shell thickness, while contributing to resonance, can feel a bit thin when heavily struck.
  • • Chrome hardware, while visually appealing, is a lower-grade metal and may show wear quicker.
  • • The included snare drum, while functional, is the weakest link in the kit's overall sound.

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Key Features

Shell Material 9-ply Poplar
Pieces 9
Bass Drum Size 20" x 16"
Snare 14" x 5"
Tom Sizes 10" x 7", 12" x 8", 14" x 14"
Hardware Included Double-braced hardware, foot pedal, drum seat
Finish Jet Black Foil

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Frequently Asked Questions

Poplar has a warmer, more mellow tone than Maple; it lacks the bright, cutting projection of Maple, but is still very versatile.
It's a functional snare, but it's the area where the kit shows its budget nature; a snare upgrade will significantly improve the overall sound.
The double-braced hardware is a positive sign, but don't expect it to withstand extremely heavy-duty touring; it’s fine for home and gigging.

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