Like a legendary group or solo act whose mystique only grew during inactivity, the Export Series from Pearl is back and ready to help you take your act on the road. Unlike that aged group or musician, Pearl Export has only improved with age. Offering new hardware features, SST shell construction and suspended mounts, these Export drums are better than you remember them. The 6-ply poplar and mahogany shells churn out balanced attack and full tone, while the high-end hardware will make your trip down memory lane a pleasant one.
Pearl's updated Export Series offers a sonically advanced recipe of strategically arranged plies of premium wood to maximize frequency response of every component. As with all Pearl drums, each shell is formed from our legendary SST construction process that uses extreme heat, Precision-cut scarf joints, proprietary Acoustiglue and over 1000lb. of hydraulic pressure to create the ultimate acoustic air chamber.
Further emphasizing Pearl's "sound first" philosophy are the new lugs specifically designed for Export with sound-enhancement in mind. Designed for minimal shell interaction, they have a small footprint and low-mass for maximum resonance and sustain. Their bold look is modern but with a nod to lugs from Pearl's past.
Export rack toms are equipped with Pearl's new Opti-Loc Mounting System that features a triangular design with two tension rod attachment points and another through one of the drum's two air vents. Rubber isolators at all connection points allow the drums to vibrate freely for maximum sustain and resonance while providing absolute and wobble-free performance.
Cymbals sold separately.
Blended poplar and asian mahogany shells
SST shell construction
6-ply tom and bass shells
6-ply, 7.5mm snare shell with matching finish
Opti-Loc Mounting System
New low-mass lugs
Fusion configuration:
Kick drum: 22 x 18"
Rack toms: 10 x 7 and 12 x 8"
Floor tom: 16 x 16"
Snare: 14 x 5-1/2"
HWP830 hardware pack:
1 x P-930 Demonator Pedal
1 x BC-830 Convertible Boom/Straight Stand
1 x C-830 Straight Stand
1 x H-830 Hi-Hat Stand
1 x S-830 Snare Stand
2 x TH-70I Tom Holder
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Comments about Pearl Export New Fusion 5-Piece Drum Set with Hardware:
I must've read reviews for at least ten different brands and styles before finally deciding on the Pearl Export Series. I've been a drummer for years and I've played on everything from Gretsch, to Ludwig, and by far, Pearl has always been my favorite. These took a while to come in because they had just refreshed the color, but the Smokey Chrome looks absolutely gorgeous. It's eye-popping enough to people will be drawn to it, but not flashy enough as to distract from everything else going on. The sound is killer once you get the drums tuned up right, even with the stock heads. I'd like a little more snap to my snare drum, but I'll probably end up adding a piccolo snare in the future, but for an out of the box "intermediate" kit, you won't be disappointed. All of the hardware feels really good, and doesn't feel like the cheap stuff you get with some drumsets. Even a few friends were impressed with the bass drum pedal and hi-hat set-up which are incredibly responsive. Would absolutely buy this kit again and again.
Comments about Pearl Export New Fusion 5-Piece Drum Set with Hardware:
This is a great Pearl Complete Drum Set. You only need to add cymbals. The Drums are professional grade as well as the drum pedals, hi-hat stand, and cymbal stands! I will be using this for Church praise and worship for JESUS! I have to say the Remo heads were a pleasant surprise. Many other drum "sets" in this price range are just shell packs, they don't include pedals or stands. That is a brutal hidden cost. This is a deal that can't be missed!
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This is a great value. I'm a Guitar player with a music room that is set up for jamming. I have plenty of guitars, amps, PA/ recording gear that is setup at all times. The only thing missing was a drum set. I have always wanted to become a better drummer and have often thought of purchasing a drum kit to complete my music room. For the money, this set will be hard to beat (no pun intended). Sounds great right out of the box. All that was needed was to put the bass drum heads and hoops on, set up the toms with the sweet Pearl Optiloc system and set up the hardware... Oh AND buy a throne and some cymbals (the Sabian B8X Performance pack makes a nice accompaniment for the money). For less than a thousand bucks I was setup and rockin'. Most drummers that come over to play/ jam will appreciate the quality of this drum kit and be more than happy not having to bring their own. For drums on a budget, I highly recommend this kit. It looks and sounds professional!!
Comments about Pearl Export New Fusion 5-Piece Drum Set with Hardware:
This is a great Pearl Complete Drum Set. You only need to add cymbals. The Drums are professional grade as well as the drum pedals, hi-hat stand, and cymbal stands! I will be using this for Church praise and worship for JESUS! I have to say the Remo heads were a pleasant surprise. Many other drum ""sets"" in this price range are just shell packs, they don't include pedals or stands. That is a brutal hidden cost. This is a deal that can't be missed!
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Comments about Pearl Export New Fusion 5-Piece Drum Set with Hardware:
From beginner to pro you can't go wrong with this set.It all has great sound.From hard hitting to light tapping.Cymbal's and drum's.
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Overall its a great kit. It looks fantastic, you can get a good sound with the stock heads once you tune them up a bit and the hardware is strong and durable. No problems with this kit an definitely worth the price, just add cymbals.
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My husband and I put together the drum set in about two hours. The instructions were easy to understand and putting it together is a breeze.
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I am 13 years old, and I just have to say: this is a wonderful kit. I got it in jet black. Love playing this kit. I recommend it to anyone.
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I haven't bought a drum set in 20 years. I bought this kit about a week ago and I'm thoroughly impressed with the quality and sound right out of the box. Top notch and great value with hardware included. Probably saved about 350$ which enabled me to buy good quality cymbals too...
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After doing my research and having many discussions with experienced drummers, I decided on the the Pearl Export kit. As one who has always been a "frustrated drummer (dreamer)" I decided it was time to take the plunge and start learning and taking lessons. I have just one major obstacle to get over - thumb reconstruction - before starting my lessons. Fortunately, my surgeon is a drummer and who has worked on a lot of musicians. He told me I would be able to continue with my dream ( after rehab) and should be able to enjoy fulfilling a dream. Long way around to say I am looking forward to getting started. I have heard the Pearl Exports and really enjoy the sound produced by what is my first acoustic kit. I'm sure that in the future I will be able to provide more insight to the sounds and why I like them, but for now suffice to say I like the sound.
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Comments about Pearl Export New Fusion 5-Piece Drum Set with Hardware:
This is a fantastic kit. The craftsmanship of Pearl is second to none. The bearing edges are excellent, the hardware is durable. The tone is VERY nice and is easily manipulated with the heads of your choice. The snare drum is especially impressive in this price range. If you are a beginner consider no other kit. If you are experienced this kit would be a fantastic voice to add to your collection of drums. The sound of the Poplar/"Asian mahogany" shells record very nicely as well. Highly Recommended! Additionally, the management and staff at the Ashville, NC store are knowledgeable, professional and exhibit great people skills. I am excited to business with Guitar Center in the future! Now if I could get those complimentary cymbals! LOL!
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This is an amazing set. The first box to arrive was the hardware pack. I was expecting some fairly decent hardware, wow was I blown away! Not what I expected, all very well made, solid equipment. So I figured with such good quality hardware the shells would probably be nothing to write home about, wrong! Next day we got the two boxes of the shell packs. This looks and feels like a much more expensive set. Fit and finish is great. My son's drum teacher who has been playing for over 20 years loved it and said he now recommends this set.
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Really great set. Comes with stands so I just had to order cymbals and throne. Great for an adult let alone my 9 year olds Christmas gift!
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I have owned several "high dollar" kits in the past 35 years and this Pearl Export kit definitely holds it's own. The key as with any drum set is to understand drum heads and tuning. The shells are fantastic quality. The bearing edges are VERY nice. The covering (Black Cherry Glitter) is beautiful and constructed in a way as to not mute the shell...NICE! I am also totally impressed with the management and drum techs at the Ashville, NC store. I will definitely continue my purchases with Guitar Center.
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