PEARL DRUMS PPA EXX725SBRC-779

Essential Information About the Pearl Export Stage Rock 22-inch 5-piece Drum Set + HWP-834 Hardware Pack + Sabian 14/16/20 Cymbal Pack (Metallic Amethyst Twist)

• Complete "Stage Rock" Configuration: 22-inch, 5-piece kit, HWP-834 hardware pack, and Sabian 14/16/20 cymbal pack to start (or restart) hassle-free.
• OptiLoc Tom Mounts: a system designed to preserve resonance and sustain while facilitating adaptation to your playing position.
• Kick Drum Ready to Deliver: 22 x 18 format for a powerful foundation, ideal for rehearsals and stage performance.
• Pearl Demonator Pedal Included: a modern approach to comfort and adjustments, perfect for quick progress and long playing sessions.

Historical Context and Positioning in the Range

Since 1982, the Export series has established itself as one of the classic "first real drum kit" options: an accessible, robust instrument that is musical enough to accompany years of learning. This edition highlights a complete configuration that had made an impression on drummers and whose absence was felt after 2007. Here, Pearl enhances the pack's appeal by including highly anticipated elements for a ready-to-play set: the Demonator bass drum pedal, HWP-834 hardware pack, and Sabian 14/16/20 cymbal pack, all in a particularly stage-friendly Metallic Amethyst Twist finish.

Who This Drum Set Is For

This Pearl Export Stage Rock is primarily aimed at the beginner to intermediate drummer who wants a complete, coherent, and scalable kit without having to assemble a configuration piece by piece. The 22-inch bass drum and 16-inch floor tom make it very comfortable in styles where impact is sought: rock, pop, punk, metal, but also funk and variety whenever a solid foundation and good projection are desired. For more advanced drummers, this pack provides an excellent working platform (adjustments, heads, tuning) or a reliable rehearsal kit.

Features and Innovations

One of the strengths of this Export lies in its OptiLoc mounts: Pearl developed a tom attachment system that limits stress on the shell to promote more generous sustain and freer resonance. Practically, this helps achieve more open toms, easier tuning, and more consistent strikes, while maintaining a simple and quick setup. The set also stands out with a "ready-to-play pack" approach: HWP-834 hardware for immediate assembly, Sabian 14/16/20 cymbals covering essentials (hi-hat, crash, ride), and the Demonator pedal for a modern foot feel with intuitive handling.

Sound

The poplar shells (constructed with 6 plies) are known for offering a highly appreciated balance in a versatile drum kit: natural warmth in the low-mid range, a rather round response, and an attack clear enough to remain precise in a band setting. Poplar is forgiving, which is ideal for working on tuning, dynamics, and consistency while retaining musical character.
The "Stage Rock" configuration emphasizes this spacious and effective character. The 22 x 18 bass drum provides a generous foundation, with a present low end and a good sense of displaced air, perfect for supporting a band in rehearsal or on stage. The 10 x 7 and 12 x 8 toms offer complementary pitches: a responsive high and a midrange easy to make sing. The 16 x 16 floor tom adds solid low end with a broader tone, very useful for rock fills and tom runs. Finally, the 14 x 5.5 snare drum remains a versatile size: snappy enough for rimshots, balanced enough for ghost notes, and easy to adapt to different styles by changing heads and tuning.

Technical Specifications

Configuration and Included Elements

• Category: Stage rock
• Number of pieces: 5
• Accessories included: Yes
• Hardware pack included: HWP-834
• Cymbals included: Yes
• Cymbal pack: Sabian 14/16/20
• Bass drum pedal included: Pearl Demonator
• Finish: Metallic Amethyst Twist

Shells: Material and Construction

• Material: Poplar
• Construction: 6 plies
• Tom mounting system: OptiLoc

Shell Dimensions

• Bass drum: 22" x 18"
• Snare drum: 14" x 5.5"
• Tom 1: 10" x 7"
• Tom 2: 12" x 8"
• Floor tom 1: 16" x 16"

Cymbals (included pack)

• Sizes: 14" / 16" / 20"
• Brand: Sabian