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Yesterday, 09:34 AMI upgraded the Floor tom bracket and air suspension legs. The CZX wood hoops give it a nice contrasting look with the acrylic tangerine shell. ...74 replies | 13911 view(s) -
Yesterday, 08:02 AMIt probably was a 'special order' lacquer finish which is not out of the ordinary. 1997 - Masters switched from ISS mounts to Optimount suspension...3 replies | 98 view(s)
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02-24-2021, 04:46 PMNever again! :D74 replies | 13911 view(s)
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02-24-2021, 03:45 PMAll I have is a crystal beat (slightly modified) 24x14, 13x9 and 16x16 floor in 732 tangerine glass and a new snare that I can't tell you about...74 replies | 13911 view(s)
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02-24-2021, 03:41 PMtop pick because of the lighting looks like color 130 champagne sparkle (late 90s / early 2000's) second pic looks like 160 silver sparkle.3 replies | 98 view(s)
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02-24-2021, 01:28 PMJutt8 replied to a thread 90's Masters Studio - Mystery Finish Research Assistance Request in Masters SeriesWow, all kinds of Frankensteinery going on there. Great shells! 12x10 was definitely the standard tom size for a 12 inch tom back then for an MBX...9 replies | 216 view(s) -
02-24-2021, 01:10 PMAL PERCIVAL replied to a thread 90's Masters Studio - Mystery Finish Research Assistance Request in Masters SeriesCorrect. I mean, it looks nice and all, just not a Pearl standard finish. But I like it.9 replies | 216 view(s)
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02-24-2021, 11:42 AMAL PERCIVAL replied to a thread 90's Masters Studio - Mystery Finish Research Assistance Request in Masters SeriesWe did color #182 Walnut burnish on the Prestige Sessions Select in 1996-97 but the color and grain looked nothing like the picture above.9 replies | 216 view(s)
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02-24-2021, 08:23 AMWow - HUGE improvement in sound!16 replies | 280 view(s) -
02-24-2021, 04:46 AMWhy do you say it’s outdated?16 replies | 280 view(s) -
02-23-2021, 09:43 PMThanks for this. I’m getting for super cheap in comparison and it’s in almost new condition. I’m getting it tomorrow at 10:30am in BKLYN.16 replies | 280 view(s)
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02-23-2021, 05:02 PMDrumming-4-Life replied to a thread 6" Reference toms on Ebay -- Legit? in General Drum Set DiscussionsTama used to make the "Octoban-style" hoop for the 6" and 8" concert toms. The 6" is really easy to source, since they are currently used on new...27 replies | 624 view(s) -
02-23-2021, 07:58 AMThe module, yes. The pads, no. The pads are more like the ones of the top-of-the-line model today. At least, they look like that. That’s why I’m...16 replies | 280 view(s)
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02-22-2021, 10:58 PMDrumming-4-Life replied to a thread I've been here long enough and have debated this before...MW order in the works in MasterworksJust my two cents ALERT! A Pearl kick drum is never going to sound like a Sonor or Yamaha kick drum. If that's the sound you want, you should get...83 replies | 9715 view(s)
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02-21-2021, 09:24 PMYes, what I believe is the Version 1.0 of it. It appears to be exactly the same as mine.16 replies | 280 view(s)
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02-21-2021, 08:54 PMI have the opportunity to buy what was more or less the same as my original kit I bought in ‘98. It’s hard to believe that it’s over 20 years old and...16 replies | 280 view(s)
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02-21-2021, 07:05 PMDoes anyone know if what if any changes & improvements have been made to the top of the line V-Drum pads? Obviously, the module has improved over the...16 replies | 280 view(s)
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02-21-2021, 05:09 PMDrumming-4-Life replied to a thread Dipping my toe in the water... Masterworks order form inside in MasterworksBubinga will not look yellow like that. The overall appearance of the drum will be much darker. If you want the drum to look more like your photo,...19 replies | 396 view(s)
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02-21-2021, 07:31 AMdale w miller replied to a thread Dipping my toe in the water... Masterworks order form inside in MasterworksCustom finishes are always fun to work on. Some drums I’ve had were straight ahead and a couple were slightly different. Either way, pick something...19 replies | 396 view(s)
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02-19-2021, 11:57 PMDrumming-4-Life replied to a thread 6" Reference toms on Ebay -- Legit? in General Drum Set DiscussionsJeff Wald and Todd Sucherman are two awesome drummers who both use 6" closed rack toms like the ones you're seeing from Jon (Percussion King). They...27 replies | 624 view(s)
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02-19-2021, 06:14 PMI hear difference in my snares made with different shell materials. I just don’t hear a bad or good when it comes to professional level drums. I just...2944 replies | 561098 view(s)
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02-18-2021, 10:03 PMIt clearly says (more than once) that the shells are now cast, both for brass and steel. Now the construction method is at least a little better...3 replies | 186 view(s)
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02-18-2021, 09:03 PMdale w miller replied to a thread Chit Chat 14 - The Quest To Stay Open in General Drum Set DiscussionsI don’t know what it is, but I can’t get enough of Kim’s Convenience on Netflix.183 replies | 15409 view(s)
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02-18-2021, 08:46 AMSnakes&Arrows replied to a thread I've answered the age-old question... in General Drum Set DiscussionsNice finds and for cheap!6 replies | 303 view(s)
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02-18-2021, 08:11 AMBeauties right there!51 replies | 6303 view(s)
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02-17-2021, 12:22 PMJutt8 replied to a thread I've been here long enough and have debated this before...MW order in the works in MasterworksJamie, I looked through your thread, but didn't see the specs. Sorry if I missed it. Can't wait to see what you come up with. This Tama Star kit...83 replies | 9715 view(s)
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02-17-2021, 10:17 AMWh... wh... wh... what? :confused:11 replies | 526 view(s)
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02-15-2021, 03:25 PMdale w miller replied to a thread What's your latest drum related purchase? in General Drum Set DiscussionsI like straps too, but they stretch over time.7067 replies | 881175 view(s)
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02-13-2021, 06:22 PMdale w miller replied to a thread **** classic rock news, reviews & chat**** in General Drum Set DiscussionsAnother reason why the RRHOF is an inconsistent joke. ...1953 replies | 228800 view(s)
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02-13-2021, 03:17 PMLikewise, friend. Definitely unfortunate it had to be under these circumstances though. However hope all is well on your end in Kiwi-Land. :)234 replies | 43896 view(s)
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- Keeping Pearl and Masterworks in buisness
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