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First of all. This is not an expensive studio quality drum set. However, for less than a thousand dollars you get a high quality set. Outside the box everything is high end components. The attention to detail is amazing for the price you pay. About the sound, well, it is simply great. It sounds like a way more expensive set. It is not particularly loud but everything is there. Maybe some Metal drummers would like something louder, but I won't change the great sound of these drumms for volume. There are no moving parts causing trouble, it comes with Remo heads, very easy to tune. The snare sound is clean and warm. And the hardware, wow, great quality and it's already included! Just the cymbal stand with boom worths like $80. If you are an intermediate drummer looking to play for years, this set is for you. If you're a beginner, this is the kind of set you'll love and if you sell it in the future looking to "up grade" you'll miss it forever. If you're a pro, maybe this can be a good second set to use on stage. So far I'm enjoying it.

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I've been playing drums for over 20 years, and gig often. I have 2 tama kits; a Rockstar for my students, and my birch limited edition Silver star for recording and larger gigs. Pearl has always been the foundation, so i figured why not. I bought this kit solely to leave in the cases and gig with. I wanted something that looked high end, without a heavy tag! This kit looks great, and surprisingly sounded amazing out the box! I tuned it up, added some moon gels and BOOM! All that's included makes this the ULTIMATE value! Pearl went all out on minor details. Pearl is inscribed everywhere, which give it a classy feel...down to the bass drum dampening pad. Only down part is that the snare is probably the only thing that sounds "cheap." I've tried 2 different heads (triple threat and Ambassador X) and haven't gotten the sound i was looking for, or a sound that i liked. I'm still experimenting, but for now i use one of my other 4 snare drums. As for the pedal, it feels good, but I choose to use another one that's double chained. Hihat stand is good, but i use a 2 legged stand. Everything I don't use from this kit is for my students, and is perfect!! Beginners will be in awe of this kit! Perfect for intermediate players, and a great change of pace for the pro (without an endorsement) to use for regular gigs that need a simply set up. Overall, a perfect kit for anyone that wants to play!

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The overall sound, tone and controlled resonance are the signature features of the set. A significant step up from all poplar sets. The 830 hardware is near professional quality. The Export defines quality at this price point and is well worth the step up price from entry level sets and is a worthy consideration when compared to more expensive birch sets.

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I was quite surprised at the quality of this set. It is road-worthy and sounds great. I've been trying out a few lower-priced sets lately. Looks great, sounds great and the build quality and hardware are both rugged and solid. Nice round tone with the stock Pearl (made by Remo) heads. What more can I say? In this price bracket, the Tama ImperialStar holds a close second, but I think it's a bit pricier. I'm not familiar with everything out there, but this is a great kit.I only gave three stars for Manufacturer support because I don't know.

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I found that the quality and sound are perfect - the wow factor for me was how heavy the set is whcih means that the set of drums are built with quality material that will keep the drums producing great beats for generations to come....

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These drums are great!! Very good quality drum kit! Great sound very durable !

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awesome kit awesome sound amazing sound from everything on it

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I've always liked Pearl drums, been drumming for nearly 30 years, however this might be the worst set I've ever purchased. First I realize this isn't a high end drum set , but even at the price point the drums should hold together through more than one set of music. Snare and kick just ok, the Tom's however are absolute garbage , played my first show and literally after every 45 minutes the tension rods are falling out of drums, they will not hold tune for nothing, and I'm not tuning them low either. Long story short , I wouldn't even recommend these for a beginner. Do yourself a favor and buy a Yamaha stage custom. I should have done that myself, but unfortunately I'm probably stuck with these.

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