Pearl Decade Maple Artisan

Pearl Decade Maple warmth dressed in exotic Artisan veneer finishes.

Pearl Shell pack

Pearl Decade Maple Artisan upgrades the popular Decade Maple formula with figured exotic woodgrain veneers and satin lacquer finishes. Under the finish, it keeps the same 6-ply 5.4mm maple shells, 45-degree bearing edges, Opti-Loc mounts, and matching maple snare that make Decade Maple a standout intermediate shell pack.

Recommended for

Intermediate drummers upgrading to maple shells Gigging players who want custom-style looks Home studio owners seeking warm maple tone

Shells & sizes

Shell material, finish, and exact drum sizes (diameter x depth).

Configuration5-piece shell pack with snare, or 4-piece Bop shell pack

Shell materialMaple

Plies / thickness6-ply 5.4mm EvenPly-Six maple with figured veneer exterior

FinishBlack Satin Marble, Satin Amber Burst, Satin Tobacco Burst

Bass drum22 x 18 in standard, 18 x 14 in Bop

Snare14 x 5.5 in — Maple

Rack tomsRack tom 1: 10 x 7 in
Rack tom 2: 12 x 8 in

Floor tomsFloor tom: 16 x 16 in standard, 14 x 14 in Bop

Hardware includedOpti-Loc mounts, TH-900I Uni-Lock holders, NDL mini lugs, Air Suspension floor tom legs; stands/pedals sold separately

Cymbals includedNone

Drum headsRemo UT Coated/Clear and Powerstroke 3 kick

Made inChina

Pros and cons

Pros

100% maple 6-ply 5.4mm shells
Figured exotic woodgrain veneer finishes
Matching maple snare included
Opti-Loc suspension mounts

Cons

Stands, kick pedal, and cymbals sold separately
Remo UT heads may need upgrading for pro studio work

Key specs

Pieces5

TypeShell pack with snare

Shell material100% maple with figured veneer

Bearing edge45-degree

Price verified$1,299

Value

Excellent value for players who want 100% maple shells, a matching snare, and custom-tier visual appeal around the $1,300 mark.

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