Pearl P-932 Drum Pedal User Reviews

It looks like it's been a while since someone put a review up for this pedal, so I figured I'd give my 2 cents worth (detailed review below).... Long story short, if you have a budget of $500 or less for a double bass drum pedal, just stop looking now, and buy this thing (thank me later)... Build Quality? Silly good, it's solid as a rock, I expect it'll last a long time... Cosmetics? Gorgeous in person (pics don't do it justice) it's got good clean lines and the orange accents stand out in a good way, yeah it's under your feet most of the time, but it's still a great looking pedal... Setup? It's plenty adjustable, and really easy to get setup, the included directions are pretty much useless, but with some basic YouTube watching you could tweak this thing to your hearts content pretty easily, you can choose between two different style cams (perfect circle vs. eliminator style) I prefer the Eliminator cam, you may not... Now, the negatives? I have only two VERY small complaints, and they really are minor. First, I wish the adjusters for chain tension were metal instead of hard plastic, they adjust fine, and the lock feature is awesome, but I wonder about long term durability... The second thing is there is very slight play in the driveshaft, don't get me wrong it isn't bad, and it's expected at this price point, but it's still there none the less, for those actually curious, based on the angle meter in my iPhone, the "slack" from the slave pedal equates to about .7 degrees, so less than one degree LOL, most drummers won't notice it (me included) but I always check weird stuff like that, yours may not have any, or you could just buy the Trick retrofit driveshaft and resolve it...but then it sorta makes this NOT a cheap pedal anymore.

Sound

I'm not really sure a bass drum pedal has a "sound", but it definitely has a feel, and this one feels great, it's smooth as glass, the beaters hit with authority.

Features

This pedal sets up well with all the usual adjustments you'd expect at this price level. Pearls locking system for the spring is certainly something other companies should look into designing their own, it's that good. I do wish you could set the footboard angle separate from the beater angle, but you won't find that on any other pedal in this price range, and it absolutely didn't hinder me in any way getting this pedal to play how I like.

Ease of Use

This pedal was playable right out of the box with no real adjustments, I just like to tinker, and I know how I want something to feel. That said, a beginner could literally be up and running in no time using the settings the pedal shipped with...but I'd still recommend they set it up to their liking, if for no other reason to experiment and learn how to setup their own equipment.

Quality

I've only had the pedal a short time, but I can clearly see it's well made, if Pearl cut any corners to lower the costs it certainly isn't obvious. That said, is it as good as its big brother Demon pedals? Of course not, but it also only about 1/3 of the cost, so that fact that Pearl can make something that performs really well, in the Demon "family", and sell it for this price is pretty incredible.

Value

This pedal is priced competitively in it's target market, and compared to it's competition I think it stands well above them here.

Manufacturer Support

I have dealt with Pearl in the past, they are an amazing company, and I've never had anything but positive experiences with them.

The Wow Factor

Compared to it's competition I think this pedal stands out, the aluminum is super clean looking, and the orange accents kinda set it off.

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Submitted April 23, 2020 by Terry Van Scotter

"P-932 Rusty universals"

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Just a tip for viewers and owners of this pedal, 932 R/L I just got mine,(first double pedal set ever) from a pawn shop, still new, plastic on the pedals (maybe played a little on the floor display but only primary beater was barley discolored)After playing it, the left pedal felt stiff and was not rebounding correctly (binding up)found the universal joints had rusted from not being used, so they where a little tight and binding up, few drops of penetrating fluid/lube and worked em on the bench a bit and Bingo!So I would just recommend lubing them up when you get them to prolong the joints and make them as smooth as possible, and maintain them once a year (at least take a good look at em)! I got some brake caliber boots I am thinking of putting over the joints just to keep the dirt out) hmm??also recommend the double pad on the bass ( to get a more even sound) and not wear out your head (specially if its a single ply)So far I love em! (why wouldn't I, My first set!) the longboards are nice (even know I have small feet) and was using an old pulse pedal (short and narrow) with really soft springs. I have a 22" TAMA bass and the unit will not lock down tight onto the rim?? fits pretty loose so moved it back just on the lip of the rim and got it tighter but still loose, even tried a thick piece of rubber, hmmm So far the secondary pedal seems to stay put, the stud screws seem a little short but do contact the floor.Also want to point out the fact that this pedal can be converted from right to left without any mods or parts, and the secondary pedal could be set up as a single with a spring kit and extra tower (optional) think it would work without it, but may break. your call, Talk to Pearl.Little bit of side play in the pedals, but that's what ya get with longboards and the single chain, but its light and quick! and adds boost to the beaters.I dont know if they have the new bearing plate on the end of the pedals but looked like they are O-ringed to keep dust/dirt out, so guessing not, (maybe could upgrade them)?? I am Very happy with them and sure they will stand up for years! all I will ever need!Unless I get a nice direct drive set! ya right.Happy drumming!

Sound

I think they sound really good, and am Very pleased with them.The response is smooth and consistent (but my left foot aint)I like the bass to sound like a Bass! deep, dark, powerful Boom! So I set the head up as loose as you can with the skin just tight enough to get the rebound I need, this gives the bass that deep tone.where as you set them up tight to get added rebound your bass now sounds like a tomBut every drummer has his preference and a sound he/she is looking for, so your call on that one.

Features

Durable light weight metal & aluminum (sturdy) good floor plates with rubber anti slip features and skid screws on the secondary pedal (kinda short) but functional.sealed metal bearing caps (not the plastic rubber kind) smooth operation.Not really thrilled with the plastic spring tension adjusters, (most pedals have metal ones) and the pivots have plastic bushing that may break eventually (might want to have a spare).snap lock feature is nice, but notice one of mine had all ready came loose, due to the plate moving and not being tight to the drum ring.

Ease of Use

Very easy to play and get great sounds providing you have some idea on how to set them up, but everyone has his/her own preference.going to take some practice for the odd foot but after that! your bass should sing!

i play iy all! mosly jazz and metal! some hip hop, and country.

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