Pearl SESSION STUDIO SELECT 4 PC SHELL PACK
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- Versatile 4-piece shell pack: an ideal configuration for both studio and stage (without snare drum).
- Hybrid birch and African mahogany shells (6-ply, 5.4 mm): precise attack, dense lows, and warm tone.
- Performance-oriented hardware: Super Hoop II hoops and OptiMount suspension for better preserved resonance.
- Pro details: 60-degree outer bearing edge and integrated muffler to control the bass drum.
Manufacturer Information
Pearl Drums
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info@pearl-music.jp
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Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range
The Session Studio Select series follows a "studio-ready" approach: offering shells with an immediately usable character, controlled projection, and consistent response. Within the range, this 4-piece configuration stands as a reliable choice for drummers seeking an acoustic drum set capable of covering various contexts (rehearsal, recording, concerts) while maintaining a distinctive sonic identity.
Who This Drum Set Is For
This Session Studio Select is especially aimed at intermediate to advanced drummers who want a reliable, precise kit that is easy to mix. Its configuration and response are well suited for rock, pop, funk, R&B, and studio settings where clear toms and easily controlled bass drum are expected. The offered dimensions provide a balance between punch, depth, and versatility without imposing an overly bulky kit.
Features and Innovations
The choice of 6-ply shells with a thickness of 5.4 mm aims for an effective compromise between rigidity and musicality. The 60-degree outer bearing edge contributes to a crisp playing feel and uniform response across the drumhead surface. On the hardware side, the Super Hoop II hoops (triple flange) ensure stable tuning and natural sonic openness, while the OptiMount suspension minimizes tom muffling and enhances sustain. Finally, the bass drum muffler allows quick adjustment of harmonic control, a real advantage when alternating between rehearsals and mic'd takes.
Sound
The combination of birch and African mahogany is designed to blend two complementary tonal signatures. Birch provides a clear attack, effective projection, and excellent clarity, highly appreciated when cutting through a band or achieving well-defined toms in recording.
African mahogany enhances warmth and low-mid presence, delivering a fuller feel under the stick and a bass drum with generous low end. With the triple flange hoops, the drum set maintains a natural openness while remaining easy to control thanks to the bass drum muffler for shorter, "modern studio" style sounds.
Technical specifications
| Category | rock | Tom 2 | 12" x 8" |
| Cymbals included | No | Bass tom 1 | 16" x 16" |
| Material | mahogany, birch | Circle type | pressed |
| Design | 6-ply | Color | Black |
| Bass drum | 22" x 16" | Finishing | Satin |
| Tom 1 | 10" x 7" | ||
| Type | 4-piece shell pack | Hoops | Super Hoop II |
| Tom | 10" x 7" | Hoop type | triple flange |
| Floor tom | 16" x 16" | Hoop thickness | 2.3 mm |
| Construction | 6-ply | Suspension system | OptiMount |
| Thickness | 5.4 mm | Shell lugs | RL |
| Woods | birch and African mahogany | Bass drum control | muffler |
| Bearing edge | 60-degree outer | Reference | #852 |
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Questions frequently asked
What are the dimensions of the shells on the Pearl Session Studio Select Black Satin Ash?
The 4-piece configuration includes a 22 x 16-inch bass drum, 10 x 7 and 12 x 8-inch toms, and a 16 x 16-inch floor tom. These sizes conform to a compact rock setup.
What sound do the birch and African mahogany shells produce?
The combination of birch and African mahogany delivers a defined attack and a strong presence in the low-midrange. The bass drum offers a generous low end, while the toms maintain clear articulation.
Are cymbals and hardware included?
This is a 4-piece shell pack without cymbals included. The provided information specifies the presence of shells, their Super Hoop II hoops, and the OptiMount suspension system.
What suspension system is used on the toms?
The toms are fitted with the OptiMount system, designed to minimize shell dampening. This suspension enhances the sustain of the 10 and 12-inch toms.
Does the bass drum have a muffling system?
A muffler is integrated into the 22 x 16-inch bass drum. It allows control over the harmonic content depending on the desired sound. The 2.3 mm triple-flanged Super Hoop II hoops help maintain an open response across the entire kit.
