Feature:
I gave this an 8 simply because there aren't that many features. Half sized toms, compact design, Mutes and cymbals. I would have expected some better bass drum spurs with the kit for the price. The Hardware is pretty solid which I find to be a balance with the negitive issue with the spurs. You can set this kit up anytime anywhere and play wich is a nice feature and everything is included to do so.

Quality:
I like the quality in the shells, finish and hardware. Sure the stands could be heavier in my opinion (as I am on the road a lot, but well worth the price.

Value:
This has a lil steep price for the features of a small scale kit. However the quality, ability to play anytime, anywhere and compact design make up for the price.

Desirability:
There are similar kits out there if you look. However there are several benifits to this one, which make this kit the go-to kit. Smaller shells, wich can be added to an existing kit, and the kick can be used as a Gong bass, which I do. So many uses this kit can handle would make it desireable to Beginners, and Gigging musicians alike.

Sound:
The Kit sounds surprisingly great. I wasn't expecting much out of a 20x8 kick, but it really sounds well mic'ed up. I use Remo Pinstripe batters on the toms, Snare gets a emperor X batter, and an ambassador reso, and a Powerstroke 3 batter for the kick, stock reso. The snare alone I find myself using more and more, it has a nice crack when tuned properly with the stock head combination.

Ease of Use:
Setting this kit up is easy. Tuning it took me about 30 minutes. Packing it up takes about the same time as it does to tune it, wich is a life saver, when in a pinch.

Support:
Never had an issue that needed to go to pearl, however the first time I ordered this kit, it was back-ordered. I wasn't told about it and needed this kit asap (through another company). One e-mail to another company solved everything. within two weeks I got it.

Overall:
Overall, this is a great product. Don't get me wrong, I use this kit along side my $9,000+ kit! Mainly for last minute gigs or sessions. Yes this can hold it's own in the studio! Everything fits into a 18x20 drum bag and can go right into the trunk of a car. When I can make more money while spending less, it is worth it to me.

Feature:
The toms and the hardware are great for the price and size. It is nice that cymbals come with the kit, but they are very low quality. I've had the kit for only a few months, and I am already in the process of replacing the cymbals. They sound pretty bad. And my top hi-hat cymbal is now unplayable because it keeps getting knocked in and inverted when I hit it!

Quality:
Every part of this set is well-made and durable, apart from the cymbals. You can play them pretty hard, and they will take it. The hardware is light but sturdy.

Value:
Good price for a quality beginner/traveler kit.

Desirability:
It is a sharp looking kit. Black Pearl drums are just classic! Throw some Zildjians on this guy and bam!

Sound:
The toms sound great for the price and size. The included cymbals, however, are very tinny and clangy sounding. You'll have to replace the cymbals soon if you play often. But the toms are awesome.

Ease of Use:
This kit is very easy to use and set up.

Support:
No support needed so far.

Overall:
Love the set; the cymbals it comes with are the only downside.

Feature:
It included everything I needed to get me started playing drums

Quality:
The drums are great but the hardware has only about 12 specific angle settings so if you like things to be perfect you're screwed but I dont care that much Ijust have fun

Value:
Its a pretty good value but there are other sets out there that are cheaper but I was refered to Pearl so I figured I would go with a good manufacturers cheapist set

Desirability:
It looks sweet in black with black heads all chromed out hardware and some red lights shining down on it. Like its Satan's drumset or something

Sound:
The heads I recieved with the set were not very good, however I put Remo Ebony Pinstripe and manufactured bottom heads on the drums themselves and now it sounds great

Support:
I didn't need to contact them at all

Overall:
I like it cause it was decently cheap but good quality. I probably would not be able to afford another one but for its price range it's perfect

Feature:
The best feature is the size. Small, light, compact, with no sacrifice in output quality.

Quality:
Product is extremely well constructed. Sure there are stronger woods and thicker hardware available, but they are NOT NECESSARY. Just take care of your equipment as if it was a baby and it will last forever. I was quite impressed with the stands and pedals (all top Pearl quality).

Value:
For $420, you will NEVER, EVER, find another drumset that sounds this good and is built this well.

Desirability:
Innovative, Inovative, Innovative! Be the first in your circle to have a cool looking kit that can be set up and banged on before other drummers have unloaded their cars.

Sound:
I have toured the country with a major act, played Broadway Pits in NYC, and have been teaching percussion for over 25 years. If I had this RT set during my heyday, I probably would not have all these back problems. The kit is lightweight, ultra portable, and could not be easier to transport. But MOST IMPORTANTLY "It sounds phemoninal"! The only modifications I have made is to replace the toy cymbals provided with my treasured Paistes and replace the stock heads with Remo Clear Dots. I spent a few hours perfecting the tuning (added a small blanket in the kick drum) and have an awesome set.

Ease of Use:
Extremely user freindly for set up and playability.

Support:
If you have ever called Pearl you can relate when I say "there is no better customer service department anywhere in the music business". They are knowledgable, friendly, and aim to please.

Overall:
Right now - this is the best I've seen in the market. I intend to bang on these babies for quite a while.

Feature:
Everything is good right out of the box except the cymbals. Buy some ZHT's or something when you get this kit. You will regret it if you don't. Pearl's factory head quality is great but the cymbals are junk.

Quality:
Great quality once again except for the cymbals.

Value:
It's worth every penny

Desirability:
It's a fun set, looks good, sounds good...great product

Sound:
The snare from this kit sounds incredible and the racks sound great as well when you tune them a little higher. Loose tuning really doesn't work with this kit at least not with stock heads. The bass drum is rather flat and lacks quite a bit off thump, maybe a Subkick would help. The stock cymbals are TRASH!

Ease of Use:
It is easy to set up easy to tune but if you want different sounds you will have to get different types of heads.

Support:
I haven't yet upgraded any thing factory so yeah I am still banging on the garbage can lids for a while longer but the first thing is going to be some Meinl cymbals, Evans heads and a double pedal.

Overall:
I plan to upgrade this kit and play it for a while. This kit is basically just to get me back into playing again...I'll never get rid of it though.

There is an abundance of quality in this kit. It is super transportable and can best be described as a best choice for a starter. The kick drum looks kind of kiddish (small size,) but the lacquer black finish and the double reinforced hdwe. are sturdy and sharp. Toms & heads are surprisingly suitable. Definitely put a pillow in the bass if you want a good "thud" as it kinda "booms" w/o it. The newer R/T models come with "real" cymbals; the older models comes w/plastic cymbals. Make sure you're not buying an inventory reducing older model.

This is a very great drum kit for live and practice playing. I placed oil filled heads on the toms and they sound great. The only thing that they could improve is the tom holders. They will not lock in place good;but that's no big deal! You can also trigger these drums really well.

Sound:
Found this set used (minus the practice heads) for $250. Did not come with throne. Cymbals are OK for PRACTICE space. My used kit came with Evans hydraulics on all 3 toms, loosened somewhat for a decent deeper tone. They DO NOT sound like roto-toms or timbales! Snare with original heads has a nice crack. Bass drum (with blanket in between heads) has sharp, but not high pitched, attack with a hint of oomph. Solid Tama hardware, not flimsy. An excellent practice kit that is not as LOUD as a typical acoustic kit. I like it alot in my block wall basement rehearsal space!

Support:
Never used

Thisdrum set is really great and perfect for practicing, especially when you live in an apartment.
It doesnt make loud sound, but has the tone as a real drum set.
I recomend this set for both pros and begginers.

it's just what it claims to be, light, simple, protable, great for practice. The mesh heads are great very high quality, and quiet, just like the should be. The drum set its self however is a little less than perfect. There are no bottom heads to the toms, not surprizingly, and the sound is a little loose. The snare is very good. The bass, while thin, can sound good if padded. The price is unbeatable, so I say the value is as good as it gets. As long as you realize what to expect you should really enjoy the set! Doesn't come with a carring case, or cymbals though, and that can be pricy. Keep that in mind while pricing.