Pearl MIDTOWN 16 MATTE RED + HWP-50S HARDWARE
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Essential Information About the Pearl Midtown PPA MT564C-D747 Drum Kit
Essential Information About the Pearl Midtown PPA MT564C-D747 Drum Kit
- Ultra-compact 16-inch jazzette format (4 drums): a true acoustic drum kit designed for small spaces, intimate sets, quick rehearsals, and mobile situations.
- 6-ply poplar shells (7 mm) with 45-degree bearing edges: a clear attack, warm lows, and an ideal balance for playing at controlled volume.
- Ready-to-play kit with included hardware: pedal, single-braced stands, and a cymbal arm mounted on the bass drum to save floor space.
- "Matte Red" D747 finish: modern and discreet look, chrome hardware, and design optimized for transport.
Manufacturer Information
Pearl Drums
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info@pearl-music.jp
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Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range
The Midtown series was designed to meet the needs of drummers on the move: teachers, bar musicians, urban artists, or simply those who want an acoustic drum kit that is easy to set up and store. Pearl transfers its manufacturing expertise into a minimalist format, with a genuine stage intention: to preserve natural feel, credible sound, and logical configuration without the bulk of a standard kit. Within the range, the Midtown positions itself as an accessible and reliable solution, designed to multiply playing contexts while limiting volume, weight, and footprint.
Who This Drum Kit Is For
The Pearl Midtown PPA MT564C-D747 is aimed at both beginners who want to start with a complete and easy-to-use acoustic drum kit, and intermediate players looking for a second kit dedicated to rehearsals, small stages, or mobile gigs. Its 16-inch format is particularly relevant for styles where precision and dynamic control are central: jazz, funk, pop, hip-hop, urban music, and all setups where a responsive, clear, and easy-to-mic drum kit is preferred over large acoustic volume.
Technical specifications
| Category | jazzette | Tom 1 | 10" x 7" |
| Bass drum muffler | No | Bass tom 1 | 13" x 12" |
| Cymbals included | No | Circle type | pressed |
| Material | poplar | Accessories included | Yes |
| Design | 6-ply | Color | Red |
| Snare drum | 13" x 5,5" | Finishing | Matt |
| Bass drum | 16" x 14" | Hardware | Chromed |
Questions frequently asked
What are the dimensions of the shells in the Pearl Midtown 16 Matte Red?
The configuration includes a 16" x 14" bass drum, a 10" x 7" tom, a 13" x 12" floor tom, and a 13" x 5.5" snare drum. This jazzette format limits floor space occupation.
Is hardware included with this Midtown drum set?
The HWP-50S pack includes the P50 bass drum pedal, the H50S hi-hat stand, the S50S snare stand, and the B50S boom cymbal stand. A CHB50 cymbal mount attaches directly to the bass drum.
Are cymbals provided?
Cymbals are not included; the choice remains open according to playing needs.
What sound characteristics does the poplar shell construction provide?
The 6-ply, 7 mm poplar shells deliver warm lows and smooth mids. The quick response and moderate sustain facilitate definition at low to medium volume. The 16" bass drum features a riser to center the pedal strike on the drumhead.
Is this jazzette suitable for small stages and rehearsals?
Thanks to its compact size and single-braced hardware, this kit is designed for frequent setups and easy transport. The CHB50 bass drum mount reduces the number of floor stands, freeing up space on small stages.



