To celebrate Pearl’s 80th anniversary, we’re launching our special giveaway campaign, “My Pearl Story.” Share your story with Pearl—whether it’s a special memory, an unforgettable performance, or a story about the Pearl drums that have been part of your musical journey. Special prizes and Pearl 80th anniversary items are waiting for selected participants. For full campaign details and how to enter, please visit the campaign page below.▶ Learn More About “My Pearl Story”https://pearldrum.com/eu/80th-stories

WHY PEARL?WHEN I WAS A YOUNG KID, I DIDN’T OWN A DRUMKIT.At that time, the Guitar Center’s drum departments were like a dream. There was a Pearl Drumkit on a riser, sitting in the window. At night when they’d close, you could drive past that store, and the see the drums all lit up through the glass window. I dreamed and dreamed about playing those drums. I got a chance to play that kit - it was an MMX. I always said whenever I get a big gig,I’M GONNA SAVE MY MONEY AND BUY MYSELF A PEARL MMX. FIRST PEARL KIT?As fate would have it, my parents went to that same Guitar Center, when they decided to purchase me a kit. It was 1986, and i was 8yrs old. My dad knew I loved that Pearl kit in the window, so he decided on the Pearl Export. I played that kit everyday, for years.I RECORDED MY FIRST ALBUM ON THAT KIT AS WELL. FAVORITE PEARL GEAR?I love EVERYTHING Pearl makes…I love the fact that I don’t have to seek out different brands for snares, and hardware, and percussion...That being said, if i had to say there was one piece of gear that was my favorite, I’d probably have to say the SENSITONE HERITAGE ALLOY BLACK/BRASS SNARE DRUM.

I officially started playing drums at the age of 4, but even before that, around 1994–95, I was already hitting my uncle’s old black Pearl Export kit. SO PEARL WERE THE FIRST DRUMS I EVER PLAYED IN MY LIFE. I still remember when my parents used to take me to his place… I always wanted to go straight to his studio and spend the whole day playing. Then, at the age of 6, I went to my first music school and did my first live performance. The drum kit was another Pearl Export, this time in maroon. The toms were bigger than me (12”, 13”, 16”), and you could barely see me behind the kit, BUT I REMEMBER BEING THE HAPPIEST KID IN THE WHOLE WORLD. I also remember watching VHS tapes of Dennis Chambers playing those amazing big Pearl kits. Then the yellow kit came out, and it completely blew me away. The beauty and the sound of those drums, man! At school, I barely paid attention to the teacher because I was always dreaming about that kit and drawing it in my maths books… I OFFICIALLY SIGNED WITH PEARL IN 2015, and my first performance as a Pearl endorser was at TamTam DrumFest in Seville, Spain. I was doing my performance, enjoying a beautiful red Reference Series kit, and when I came off stage, Dennis Chambers was there! He was also playing at the festival, but I hadn’t even realized it until that moment. We spent the whole night talking about life and drums, and I still remember it as one of the best moments of my life. Today, I have the joy and privilege of playing Pearl every single day, and I still enjoy it just as much as I did when I was a kid. WHEN YOU GO TO A CONCERT AND SEE A PEARL KIT ON STAGE, YOU JUST KNOW EVERYTHING IS GOING TO WORK! Nowadays, I use different Pearl series, and every one of them works perfectly across all kinds of styles and situations. One of my favorite things is traveling around the world and getting the chance to play different Pearl kits that have been exposed to all kinds of weather conditions, humidity, temperatures… and somehow, they always sound great and have something special about them!IT’S BEEN A LONG JOURNEY TOGETHER WITH THE BEST BRAND IN THE WORLD, AND WE STILL HAVE A LOT OF PAGES LEFT TO WRITE TOGETHER.HAPPY 80TH ANNIVERSARY, PEARL!THANK YOU FOR LETTING ME BE PART OF YOUR HISTORY.

Bring your best.Grab your sticks, turn up "Waiting for Pepe" by Miguel Lamas, and give us your best take. It's your chance to show what you can do with a track that's made for drummers — and this time, Miguel Lamas is watching. Three winners walk away with one of a kind snare drum he's personally designed.SUBMIT BY NOVEMBER 7TH, 2026 THE PRIZEThree winners.One snare worth playing for.Every winner walks away with the same trophy —a Pearl Masters Maple snare drum, supervised personally by Miguel Lamas.LIMITED INSTRUMENTPearl Masters Maple SnareThis limited instrument is supervised by Miguel Lamas and began with a specific challenge: how to capture a “Vintage Soul” while maintaining the precision required for modern performance.To achieve this, we moved away from industry standards, even away from our own Master Maple standards. While most snares settle for 5” or 6.5” depths, this resulted in a unique 5.5”, 6-ply Maple shell. This specific dimension was chosen to bridge the gap, offering the lightning-fast response of a shallow snare with the low-end punch of a deep shell.Combined with die-cast hoops and a custom-engineered, vintage-inspired internal muffler system, every feature was co-designed to deliver total harmonic control in the studio and on stage. Finished in deep black with yellow stripes, and black hardware.“This snare is a deliberate departure from the ordinary to capture the extraordinary.”— Miguel Lamas*Each winner receives this snare, handed to them at the upcoming Miguel Lamas clinics in India or sent to their home.*Please go to Pearl Drums India Instagram page for more information on the clinics.THE TRACKCrank it up. Make it yours.One song, endless ways to groove with it. Learn “Waiting for Pepe,” fall in love with it,and bring your own flavour when you play it.NOW PLAYING“Waiting for Pepe”Miguel Lamas HOW TO ENTERThree easy moves. Let's get you in.SUBMIT BY NOVEMBER 7TH, 202601DOWNLOADDownload either the Track with Click in Mono Mix or Stereo Mix from this page — whichever you prefer.02RECORDFilm yourself playing along to "Waiting for Pepe" by Miguel Lamas — full kit, pads, Masters, eRoadshow, record with whatever Pearl kit you've got.03POST & TAG TOGET PICKEDPost your video on Instagram or Facebook and tag;Instagrampearldrumsofficial_indiafurtadosmusicFacebookPearl Drums IndiaFurtados MusicOr simply send the recorded video file to inderpals@furtados.inIMPORTANT• Open to residents of India only.• Your video must show a Pearl logo or series badge on the kit.• Any style,any fills are welcome - be unique!• Must tag the following accounts for the entry;Instagram : pearldrumsofficial_india & furtadosmusicFacebook : Pearl Drums India & Furtados Music GET THE FILESEverything you needto lay down your take.Grab the version that fits how you're recording —click tracks included, so you stay locked in from the first hit.FOR REFERENCEComplete TrackThe full mix of "Waiting for Pepe" by Miguel Lamas — learn the song and study the groove before you record.Download FOR REFERENCEForm MapThe road map chart helps you track the song's structural sections, bar counts, and critical cues at a glance.Download FOR RECORDING & SUBMISSIONTrack with Click — Mono MixThe recording version with a click track, mixed to mono. Use this to track and submit your entry.Download FOR RECORDING & SUBMISSIONTrack with Click — Stereo MixThe recording version with a click track, mixed to stereo. Use this to track and submit your entry.Download WHO'S BEHIND THISA Spanish groove, calling Indian drummers.Miguel Lamas is bringing his clinic to India for the very first time, and he wants to hear how you play before he arrives — three cities, three packed rooms, and one unforgettable experience to bring eveyone together.Clinic City- Bengaluru・New Delhi・Mumbai - Details to be announced soonDRUMMER · PEARL ARTIST · SPAINMIGUEL LAMASMiguel Lamas is a Latin Grammy-winning Pearl Drums artist whose explosive creativity, flawless technique, and unstoppable groove captivate audiences around the world.VIEW ARTIST PROFILE ＞WINNERS ANNOUNCED LIVEWinners are announced live on stageat each Miguel Lamas clinic.Tickets for the clinics will be available on @pearldrumsofficial_india BengaluruDec.2nd 2026(Wed)Stay Tuned for More Miguel Lamas Clinic Information New DelhiDec. 4th 2026(Fri)Stay Tuned for More Miguel Lamas Clinic Information MumbaiDec. 6th 2026(Sun)Stay Tuned for More Miguel Lamas Clinic InformationHere for one of the clinics?If you're a winner in the room, it gets even better — you don't justtake home your snare, you pick up your sticks andplay “Waiting for Pepe” on stage, alongside Miguel Lamas.THE LEGAL STUFFBy submitting the GrooveLab video and entering the contest you agree to give Pearl Musical Instrument Co. and Furtados Music India Pvt Ltd, permission to use your name and likeness for promotional purposes without further compensation. Entrant hereby irrevocably grants, transfers, sells, assigns, and conveys to Pearl Musical Instrument Co., and each of their respective successors and assigns, all present and future right, title and interest of every kind and nature whatsoever, including, without limitation, all copyrights, and all rights incidental, subsidiary, ancillary or allied thereto (including, without limitation, all derivative rights), in and to the Submissions for exploitation throughout the universe, in perpetuity, by means of any and all media and devices whether now known or hereafter devised (including the right to publish and display Submissions for purposes of advertising, publicity and/or trade, in whole or in part).By entering, each Entrant represents and warrants that the submission is:wholly original.does not incorporate or include anything that would require the consent of any third party permissions.does not violate any copyright, trademark, publicity right, privacy right, or any other right of any third party.Submissions must comply with video requirements located on our site.Pearl Musical Instrument Co., and Furtados Music India Pvt Ltd, reserves the right to promote and publicize, through any means available to us, the progress, development, process, news, and success of all entries, in whole or in part, to promote Pearl Musical Instrument Co,, the GrooveLab video, and future video contests. In addition, Pearl Musical Instrument Co., and Furtados Music India Pvt Ltd, shall have the right, in their sole discretion, to edit, composite, morph, scan, duplicate, or alter the Submissions for any purpose which they deem necessary or desirable, without the need for any further compensation by them, and each Entrant irrevocably waives any and all so-called moral rights they may have in the Submission submitted by him or her. 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Pearl Artist El Estepario Siberiano is hosting a special giveaway campaign! Four lucky winners will each receive a Primal Snare Collective Copper snare drum personally signed by El Estepario Siberiano.For full giveaway details and entry instructions, check out the video on Estepario's YouTube channel. Don’t miss your chance to enter! Video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FW4fNgeevAAEntry Form:https://pearlprimalsweeps.com/

Pearl Drums President & CEO Max Iishi has been featured in an interview in the latest issue of the U.S. music industry magazine, Music Inc.In the interview, Max reflects on Pearl's 80-year history, the company's philosophy, its global vision, commitment to quality, and future outlook. We invite you to read the full interview.https://archive.maherpublications.com/view/282580412/26/

We have recently been made aware of fraudulent emails from individuals impersonating our company. These emails typically offer free products or financial compensation in exchange for social media reviews, promotional posts, or other collaboration opportunities.Please be advised that these communications are not authorized by or affiliated with our company. We believe they are phishing or fraud attempts by unauthorized third parties.If you receive such suspicious communication, we strongly recommend that you:• Do not respond to the email• Do not click any links in the message• Do not open any attachments• Delete the email immediatelyWe are committed to protecting our customers and partners and are actively investigating this matter. Thank you for your vigilance. We apologize for any inconvenience or concern this may cause.

At Pearl, sustainability and innovation go hand in hand. We are taking meaningful steps to rethink traditional manufacturing by giving new purpose to reclaimed wood and embracing emerging technologies like eco-friendly 3D printing in drum set development. https://pearldrum.com/sustainability By combining 80 years of trusted craftsmanship with modern engineering and sustainable practices, Pearl is shaping a future where responsible manufacturing and world-class instruments coexist. Project ReGen:Developed in partnership with Inoue Kikaku Co., Ltd., our eco-friendly 3D-printed drums (Project ReGen) feature innovative shells made from recycled materials using advanced additive manufacturing. By streamlining the production process, we reduce environmental impact without compromise. Pearl’s pioneering shell technology proves that sustainability and innovation can move forward together—delivering unprecedented tonal expression and playability.’ Pearl Chopsticks:Pearl Chopsticks give new life to drumsticks - helping protect our precious wood resources. Discontinued models, sticks with minor printing irregularities, and others that couldn't be sold despite having no quality issues. They're transformed into beautiful chopsticks by the skilled artisans at Hyozaemon, a time-honored chopstick maker in Japan. *****Pearl believes that music should be accessible to everyone. As an instrument maker, we are dedicated to breaking down barriers and creating opportunities - ensuring that the joy of making music is available to all. TRAP:The Rhythmic Arts Project (TRAP) is a nonprofit organization focused on developing life skills through percussion. Its inclusive programs serve participants of all ages, including individuals with physical and developmental disabilities, through multisensory musical engagement. Pearl has proudly supported TRAP for many years. The Hammer:After losing his right leg in a tour bus accident, Pearl artist Andrew Tkaczyk of the band The Ghost Inside was determined to return to the stage. Inspired by an idea from his father, Pearl developed a new bass drum pedal - dubbed "The Hammer" - designed to be played without a prosthetic leg for a more comfortable and nimble playing experience. It reflects our belief that the desire to play music has no limits. Pearl & Permobil x Jeff Elwood:Jeff Elwood is an aspiring professional drummer from Canada whose path has included significant challenges around accessibility. After a life-changing motocross accident in his youth, Jeff continued pursuing his passion for drumming as a paraplegic—performing in a wheelchair with multiple bands and creating content for his Wheelchair Drummer YouTube channel. Pearl partnered with Permobil, an innovative leader in wheelchair and mobility solutions, to develop a custom chair - along with a new matching drum rack setup. The result enhances Jeff’s comfort and accessibility while preserving the technique, control, and musical ability he’s worked so hard to build. *****Pearl is deeply committed to music education at every level, recognizing its essential role in shaping the next generation of musicians, educators, and innovators. Through our Educational Advisory Board (EAB), we collaborate with respected educators to help guide product development, curriculum support, and meaningful industry dialogue. Our internship program provides students with hands-on experience and real-world insight into instrument design, manufacturing, and the music industry, while our ongoing engagements with students and teachers - from elementary programs to higher education - strengthen learning communities nationwide. Together, these efforts reflect Pearl’s long-standing dedication to nurturing musical growth, supporting educators, and ensuring that percussion education remains accessible, relevant, and inspiring. Educational Advisory Board (EAB):The Pearl Educational Advisory Board (EAB) is an educational support team made up of leading professionals in the marching and orchestral fields. From curriculum development and program support to free tutorials and content, the EAB is dedicated to music education. They also contribute to the development of Band & Orchestra instruments designed for the next generation, supporting the growth of future musicians.Stay up-to-date on all happenings within the Educational Advisory Board athttps://pearl-educational.com/ Internship Program:Pearl values opportunities for students to learn by engaging directly with the world of music and craftsmanship. Through internship programs conducted in the United States, students gain hands-on experience by participating in real projects and day-to-day operations

The Matte Racing Red #899 finish: a striking, bold red that captures the essence of speed and excitement. This vibrant color not only stands out but also embodies the spirit of racing, making it a standout choice for drummers looking to make an impact. Racing Heritage Features white hoops against red, paying tribute to iconic white band tires and the Italian Tifosi spirit. Better Hardware Now includes two boom stands instead of one straight and one boom, providing even more value for money. Unbeatable Value Marked as one of the most affordable full maple kits, ideal for advancing from entry-level or unbranded sets.

We're excited to share three new swirl finishes for the Export series! Perfect for both new and seasoned musicians, the Pearl EXPORT combines amazing sound with stunning looks. We've added three stylish finishes to make your drumming not just sound great, but look incredible too. New EXX Colors in 2024#777/Slipstream White #778/Graphite Silver Twist#779/Metallic Amethyst Twist More details for Pearl new finishes are HERE. The Ultimate EXX Bundle A more complete package than ever, now equipped with the new 834 Hardware Pack and Sabian SBR Cymbals. The 834 Hardware Pack replaces the previous configuration of one boom stand and one straight stand.

We're excited to introduce three new additions to our snare drum collection, each offering unique features and sounds that cater to the diverse needs of drummers. From the hybrid UltraCast, to the Ashwood StaveCraft, and the brass-heavy Reference One MasterCast Brass, these snares are designed to cut through the mix, no matter your style or preference. Introducing the new Reference One Brass snare, now with STL100 lugs and therefore matches the style and shell recipe of the Reference One Series. This drum is fitted with MasterCast Die-Cast hoops and a 3mm brass shell, which helps control the sound and adds volume. Features the SR-1000 Glide-Lock strainer and 'D' Profile Ultra-Sound snare wires for a sensitive and fine-tunable snare response. Re-introducing the UltraCast. Made from 3mm thick reinforced cast aluminum, the UltraCast has a clear, warm, powerful, and responsive sound. It features Pearl's sleek Tube Lugs and the black-plated SR-1000 strainer for a stealthy look and enhanced sound control. The drum is topped with 2.3mm SuperHoops II and a high-quality Remo Ambassador Coated Drumhead. The hand-made StaveCraft Ashwood will expand the existing StaveCraft lineup. It is available in two sizes: 14" x 5.0" and 14" x 6.5", each producing a rich and powerful sound. Stave shells consist of vertically oriented blocks that are glued and rounded to create a cylinder, instead of plies of wood that are steam-bent. The shell is 25mm thick and comes with Swivel Tube Lugs and MasterCast Die-Cast hoops, which help increase volume. Pearl Drums continues to redefine the standards of drumming excellence with these latest additions to our snare drum lineup. The UltraCast, StaveCraft Ashwood, and Reference One MasterCast Brass each bring their unique character and performance, ensuring that every drummer finds the perfect sound to express their musical vision.

Electronic drums have been evolving in a daily basis. Its completeness has no difference between the acoustic drums. But in other hand, electronic drum’s usage in the live performance is very low surprisingly. The number of usages significantly differs as the size of the stage gets larger. At this point, the electronic drums are surely positioned at the “sub” of the acoustic drums. The bands which have succeeded in Japan aren’t so many. The Japanese band “LUNA SEA” is one of the succeeded bands in Japan, and its drummer SHINYA has done a live performance in front of over 30,000 audience. The interesting fact about this live is that he used “electronic drums” throughout a whole stage. Studying and adopting the technologies as a drum manufacturer, absolute “fusion” with acoustic and digital have created the completely new concept electronic drum “e/MERGE.” It has supported SHINYA throughout all the songs at the live and proved the definite quality to all the audience who have participated at the live. (In our understanding) There’s no past evidence of arena class live performance that has been done with a single electronic drum for all songs. And this evidence proves that e/MERGE has no bear comparison between the acoustic drums of its performance in the entire band sound. Why did SHINYA, who is obsessed about the drums comparing to the other drummer, has chosen the e/MERGE on such a big stage like this? Looking to his internal, there was his belief as a professional drummer, a positive attitude towards challenging to the new things, and the sure potential that e/MERGE could make them real. With e/MERGE, you can freely change the tone quality, and the musical quality of the live has improved. --- SHINYA SHINYA Special Drum Seminar held at ESP Entertainment Tokyo Main Building B1 Hall on Sunday, November 27th. It became a fulfilling content to know the innovation of e/MERGE of its looks, function, and the sound. There were talks about unreleased new e/MERGE products with the Pearl's development staff, a real voice of live sound engineers, and SHINYA playing along with LUNA SEA's songs. Now, we are introducing some of the details of the seminar. -The first impression of playing e/MERGE- “It’s been already a couple years since after when I first played the e/MERGE. I was so surprised about its amazing quality. It reflected out my expression properly which was the sound I wanted to play on the snare drum, toms, and even a bass drum with soft and loud touches. That is why I thought the e/MEGRE might bring the sound better than the acoustic drums through the speakers. As you know, most guitarist often switch around their guitars on the live performances, selecting by the songs they play. I mean, by switching to another guitar, they can express several nuances or expressions immediately. But drummers can't do that easily. Because it is not easy to switch around the drum sets during the live performance like guitars. The only way we can do about this struggle was to switch our snare drums. At the previous recording session using an e/MERGE, we got some great matched sounds for our songs. Because I wanted the sound to go along with the song on this live performance, I choose the e/MERGE which was the best solution to the drummer’s struggle”, one of Japan's leading drummers, SHINYA said. “The e/MERGE is an instrument that changes its sound when the player changes. And, adding the 'Shell' makes the sound fuller rich sound." -Perspective from engineers- During the seminar, Mr. Akihito Takegawa of Pearl, who has involved in the development of this set, took the stage, and shared the secret story of the development of the new set with SHINYA. “When I first hit the e/MERGE, I immediately wanted to use it. The feel of the kick was amazing. "Starting with this encounter, SHINYA introduced e/MERGE, and eventually wants to make a set entirely with the e/MERGE. Next, Mr. Hisaaki Komatsu, who is in charge of PA at the live, also took the stage. He talked about the advantages of e/MERGE from the perspective of a PA saying "The same sound can be played at any venue. It's very easy to use as a PA, and I think it's the ideal drum set." SHINYA also said, "If the drums doesn't sound a solid sound which becomes a bass of sound, the PA can't create a sound. e/MERGE contains that sound." “I was very surprised when I heard from Mr. SHINYA that he was going to play the electronic drums on the live performance at the time." He also said, "As I was selecting the sounds, I realized the original tones of e/MERGE were really excellent. It has loaded other sounds very quickly, and very easy to customize to match the parts of the songs. So, everything went well smoothly." Mr. Komatsu, who is one of the great engineers in Japan, said. SHINYA said, “as a matter of fact, I did the sound check at the stadium the day before the live performance. During the time, I heard the full sound of e/MERGE from the big speakers in the stadium for the first time. All the sound of cymbals, bass drums, snare drum, and toms were crystal clear, well-defined, and each drums sounds individually. Because the sound was prominently beautiful, everyone around there, including me, were so excited at the time. Most drummers understand that the sound what they hear on the stage and the sound coming out from the speakers with guitars and bass mixed up are different. That is why, we truly trust our engineers. And this time after the live show, engineers said "the sound of e/MERGE was absolutely great!" I really thanked both e/MERGE and engineers after the show.” -One-of-a-kind- “If two drummers play the same e/MERGE on the same condition, the sound coming out from the e/MERGE would be different due to their playstyle, technique, sticks, and heads. I feel like e/MERGE is a “MODERN” acoustic drum. As a drummer the time latency of the electronic drum makes us sometimes upset. Because of the difference between the sound of our recognition and the actual sound. But I have never felt the same thing when I play the e/MERGE. To prove it, playing two bass drums, one in acoustic and the other in e/MERGE, these balances were great! As if I was playing the acoustic bass drums for both at the time. Also, I have been trying many attempts to investigate the sound I want on the e/MERGE. Those are like changing the heads or the sticks to hear the difference in sounds. Actually, there was a difference in the sound, and that recognized me the e/MERGE is a “MODERN” acoustic drum even more. If I could only have one drum set, I would choose the e/MERGE. I can play it at home, at the recording, and can be used in huge arenas, too. I have proved it and were no problem in the huge arena like Saitama-Super Arena. If you have never played any electronic drums, I want you to give it a shot. I absolutely believe, you will say "What an amazing kit! I have never played like this before!" And as you know very well, all the tom stands, and the other hardware are made by Pearl. They are so durable and reliable!” SHINYA also said. -Additional Information- During the seminar, he played the Real-Look e/MERGE which was used at latest LUNA SEA's live performance. At the same time, this kit was unveiled to the world for the first time. SHINYA did minus-one performance, also he explained about his kit with LUNA SEA's PA and Pearl's development staff in public. It was probably quality time for all the audience. SHINYA's Artist Kit is now available. Go check the URL below to see the more additional information. We will be soon publishing another news about this seminar. Stay tuned! Please note: This SHINYA's kit with copper finish is currently still prototype, stay tuned for updates. Thank you very much for your kind understanding. Artist Kit Collection SHINYA’s Artist Page Special Thanks: Rittor Music Photos: Keishi Sawahira