Just Released! Pearl E-Pro Hybrid Electronic Acoustic Drum Set with Brass Cymbals Review

* Real wood drums for totally realistic feel
* eClassic brass cymbals
* TruTrac heads
* Pearl Redbox Drum Module
* 1000 sounds & 100 preset kits with 100 user kits
* Ability to import external virtual drumsets from ToonTrak, BFD2, Sonic Reality, Ocean Way Drums, Steven Slate Drums, and Virtual Drumline from Pearl’s website.

Some info from Pearl’s site:

“No more playing on small 8″ pads. e-Pro Live features 10″x6.5″, 12″x7″ and 14″x8″ rack toms with a 20″x12″ bass and 14″x4.5″ snare with white heads.”

“No one makes better hardware than Pearl, and the foundation of e-Pro Live starts with the modified Icon Rack. The tom arms, shells, cymbal holders and rack are all covered under Pearl’s Lifetime Warranty. The rack will accommodate adding more drums and cymbals.”

“e-Pro Live features 6-ply, beautiful wood shells along with robust drum hardware and durable drum finishes. Two finishes available: #31 Jet Black and Pearl’s new Artisan II finish, Quilted Maple Fade #464.”

“e-Pro Live is two kits for the price of one. e-Pro Live is made with real, wood drums and turning your kit into a great sounding acoustic drumset is as easy as 1-2-3. One, remove the top hoop and the Tru-Trac head. Two, replace with a regular drumhead. Three, replace the top hoop, and tune and play!”

“Cymbals featured on the e-Pro Live are Pearl’s E-Classic high-end electronic cymbals, and are made with real brass. The E-Classics feel and respond to your playing just like real cymbals, because they ARE real cymbals. E-Classics feature a 3-zone plus choke 16″ Ride, 13″ chokable crash and super responsive 12″ Hi-Hats.”

“The traditional rubber EPC2 cymbals are also available and feature a 14″ 3-zone Ride, a 12″ Crash, and a set of 12″ super responsive hi-hats.”

“Pearl’s Tru-Trac Electronic Heads feature dualzones that reproduce all of the intricacies a drummer hears when playing acoustic drums. Smooth coating on the heads makes moving from drum to drum fast and easy. The formula used to create Tru-Trac Heads produces a feel virtually identical to acoustic drums.”

“The ultimate goal of a drum module is to reproduce the REAL SOUND of drums. And who better to engineer REAL SOUND than Pearl, the company who knows drums the best. The r.e.d.box. is Pearl’s drum module. R.E.D. stands for REAL ELECTRONIC DRUMS, and it’s also the color of this amazing module.”

“The r.e.d.box features 128MB of RAM. The full memory is used to accommodate the Original Acoustics of 1000 High Definition sounds and 100 High Definition kits. The sound library includes acoustic and vintage drums, electronics from beat machines to modern digital and a variety of orchestral, concert and world percussion instruments.”

“One of the most unique features of the r.e.d.box module is the ability to flash the memory of the module and replace the Original Acoustics with one large and lush-sounding kit. A few easy steps and you’ll be on your way to playing premium kits on your e-Pro Live from the best drum sampling software companies in the world! Visit redboxsoundshop.com to preview and purchase specially designed kits from Toontrack, BFD, Ocean Way, Steven Slate, Sonic Reality, and Virtual Drum Line and download the free software that allows your PC or Mac to communicate with the r.e.d.box.”

Rating:
Wow…It looks great. Pearl quality, real look…this is revolutionary. This kit looks phenomenal. I’m very impressed with the way they have incorporated a “real drum” look. You’ll even be able to buy new drum set sounds, etc. Is it time to cash in my Pearl Acoustic set?…hmmm.

Pearl Eliminator Demon Drive Double Pedal

The Eliminator Demon Drive bass drum pedal was engineered to create the most seamless link between the player's musical ideas and his or her execution on a bass drum. Whether seeking to deliver lightning-fast blast beats or deep, rock-solid grooves, this Pearl drum pedal offers the adjustability to maximize your playing in any style.Play a Pearl Demon Drive and the first thing you'll notice is its smoothness. The Demon Drive gets its incredible smoothness and speed through the use of ultra-precise hardware components. Self-aligning spherical bearings are used to insure the footboard and the Direct link drive are always in perfect alignment. Its zero-latency Z-Link Drive Shaft's U-Joints, and special super high-speed NiNjA bearings on the axles all work in perfect sync to create one of the smoothest and fastest pedals on the planet.The most unique feature of the Demon Drive drum pedal is Pearl's exclusive Duo-Deck, the world's first convertible footboard. With a simple adjustment, the Demon Drive pedal can be adjusted from a traditional shortboard to a longboard pedal in seconds, offering a slightly lighter, quicker feel that is the preferred setup when speed is a necessity.This bass pedal includes the world's first two-position Beater Stroke Adjustment and two-position Direct Link Adjustment. Both allow the player to create a slightly lighter or heavier feel of the pedal depending on their preferred setting. Adjusting the Duo-Deck in combination with the Beater Holder and Direct Link Adjustments yields 8 possible pedal configurations, allowing the player to truly create their ideal feel.The Click Lock spring tension system prevents the tension knob from loosening. The Traction Plate, which has aluminum traction dots, is fully adjustable for the amount of slip or grip you want . Its footboard height-adjustment capability enables you to loosen and rotate the footboard to the desired height. And finally, the Pearl pedal comes standard with a Carrying Case to protect it from the wear and tear of travel.

Rating:
From the buzz on the street, this is a great pedal. Pricey, but great. I’ve played lots of Pearl pedals in the past like the eliminator series and have to say that the quality is awesome on these pedals. Pearl has done a lot of research on this particular pedal and has built in full customization for the demanding drummer. This is top notch quality.

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Pearl D900 Drum Throne Review

The Pearl D900 Drum Throne is all about comfort with an ultra-soft Memory Foam seat that provides maximum padding by molding itself around the player. With posture, comfort, stability and durability in mind, Pearl has gone back to the drawing board to design the ultimate range of drum thrones. Pearl’s line of thrones has something for every drummer. No other part of your kit affects your mobility like your throne. Our Roadster line of thrones feature ergonomic accents that promote good posture and comfort during extended playing. The ultra-soft Memory Foam Cushions provide maximum comfort by molding itself around the player. The vice-like Height Collar is infinitely adjustable and features stock-lock and the double braced SureStuts on the tripod offer the ultimate in structural integrity to prevent lateral wobble and the inherent squeaks that may result from it. UltraGrip Wingnuts and Wingbolts both feature an ingenious ergonomic handle with notches that allows your drumsticks to be used for loosening if needed. Large Rubber Feet provides improved stability and plenty of tread for long life.

Rating:
Solid feeling drum throne that’s high quality and bears the Pearl name. It’s at a great price point as well. Double braced legs make it sturdy and hold up to the abuse. Check this one out…

Pearl Sound Check 5-Piece Drum Set with Zildjian ZBT Cymbals

A complete drum kit with mahogany shells, heavy-duty hardware, and Zildjian cymbals.

Pearl’s entry level kit, SoundCheck, is intended to change the mindset of what an entry-level drum set should be. These Pearl drum shells are made from 9-ply mahogany and are finished in a durable high-gloss covering.

Includes Zildjian ZBT cymbal set

Includes 700 Series hardware
This is a complete hardware pack that was built to Pearl’s exacting professional standards, which gives you dependable hardware for an affordable price. This pack is lightweight yet sturdy and great for gigging professional drummers as well as beginners on a budget. This package includes a bass drum pedal, snare drum stand, hi-hat stand, boom cymbal stand, straight cymbal stand, and a throne.

Pearl P-120P PowerShifter bass pedal
This bass drum pedal features Pearl’s True Round Cam for linear action with smooth, well-balanced feel. It also includes a PowerPlate for stability and Pearl’s patented PowerShifter function that allows the footboard to be moved to three positions for light, regular, and heavy feel. S-70W snare stand
This snare drum stand is a light-weight, yet sturdy snare stand with a slip-proof gear tilter, clamp-style basket, and double-braced legs.

H-72W hi-hat stand
When it comes to entry-level hardware Pearl’s H-72W hi-hat stand leads the pack in quality and value. It features double-braced legs for exceptional stability while remaining compact and lightweight. A retractable spur is provided for slip-resistance.

B-70W boom cymbal stand
This boom stand features two-sections, double braced legs, and positive locking gear tilter for slip-proof cymbal positioning.

C-70W cymbal stand
The cymbal stand features three-sections with a positive locking gear tilter for slip-proof cymbal positioning, and folds compactly for ease of transport.

D-70W throne
This throne features a thickly padded round vinyl covered cushion and features a die cast seat bracket for security and durability. Height adjustment is infinitely adjustable and height settings are Stop-Lock secured and memorized.

Pearl Sound Check 5-Piece Drum Set with Zildjian Cymbals Features:

* 10″ x 12″ and 11″ x 13″ toms
* 16″ x 16″ floor tom
* 22″ x 16″ kick drum
* 14″ x 5-1/2″ wood snare
* 2 tom holders

Includes the 700 series hardware pack:
* B70W boom stand
* C70W straight cymbal stand
* P120P bass drum pedal
* H72W hi-hat stand
* S70W snare stand
* D70W drum throne

A ready-to-go set for rockers on the move.

Rating:
Great drum set for the beginner. Comes with the full set up with cymbal stands and hardware. Made out of durable materials. Check out the white set with black hardware by clicking on the view larger button. Looks pretty cool. Should get the new drummer up and running in no time. Click the price button below to see the low price on this kit. Great bargain for everything you get. I personally play Pearl drums and Sabian cymbals and love them. I love Pearl’s sound, finish and great hardware. Sabian cymbals are top notch as well. These are brands that have fully gained my trust. I truly believe the new drummer can’t go wrong with this kit.

Pearl P2000C PowerShifter Bass Drum Pedal

The Pearl P2000C PowerShifter Bass Drum Pedal is standard equipment on Pearl's Export Series drum sets. Heavier DuoBeat beater, Eliminator-inspired looks with a single chain and new super-responsive round cam.

Rating:
Great intermediate bass drum pedal from Pearl that is standard equipment on Pearl’s Export Series drumsets. The beater is heavy duty and adjustable for great action. Has a single chain for drive and the cam is very responsive. It follows the eliminator styling. Great price point for those who don’t want to spend a lot.