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California Drummin’: Celebrate 25 Years of PDP





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Many things can change in 25 years, but the quality drum offerings from PDP surely aren't among them. Structured with seamless clear acrylic shells, this silver-anniversary commemorative shell pack comes sized with 10- and 12-inch rack toms, a 16-inch floor tom, and a 22-inch bass drum. If you’re searching for that full-bodied energy with maximum resonance, you’ve found it. All four shells also feature distinct claw-hooked walnut-stained wood hoops anchored down by True-Pitch tension rods, in addition to commemorative 25th-anniversary badging. Both rack toms also boast rock steady and sustain-favoring Suspension Tom Mounts for easy and hindrance-free mounting to your stands. And how about that bass drum reso head? The palm tree and sunset vibes channel PDP’s storied California heritage, capping off this shell pack with truly one-of-a-kind energy that timekeepers at Sweetwater know only PDP can deliver!





Sheer acrylic power





Drummers familiar with the territory of acrylic drums immediately understand the sheer power that these seamless shells harness. Pure in tone, strong in structure, authoritatively projective, and incredibly round in strike response, seamless acrylic shells like the ones stationed throughout the 25th-anniversary shell pack are simply engineered to make a statement. In the studio, they really bring the energy; this 4-piece is a first-class ticket to tracking with monstrous presence. But where the 25th-anniversary shell pack will really shine is up on the stage riser! Packing enough projection to fill out virtually any mix or musical space, acrylic shells make an undisputed number-one candidate for show-stopping live performances.





Cymbals, stands, snare, and additional hardware not included


Head-turning hardware





Equally impressive is the shell hardware and attention to detail found across the 25th-anniversary. Right off the bat, those walnut-stained wood hoops will undoubtedly be turning some heads! And apart from their earthier, throatier tonality, these hoops work in conjunction with the acrylic to preserve the pack’s coveted resonance effortlessly. The hoops come fastened with old-school claw hooks and PDP’s charming dual-turret lugs, packing-in True-Pitch tension rods across the board to ensure that your chosen tuning never falters under pressure.





Both mounted toms come treated to Sweetwater-favorite Suspension Tom Mounts, further maintaining the resonance of the kit with absolutely minimal impact on each shell’s natural tone. Rubber grommets abound in addition, ensuring zero rattle for as much expressive playability as the moment calls for. Topped with top-notch Remo drumheads, celebratory quarter-century badging, and, of course, that gorgeous sunset reso, PDP’s 25th-anniversary shell pack is a beauty in every sense of the word. But don’t wait too long ? this 2024-only pack isn’t hanging around!





PDP 25th-anniversary 4-piece Shell Pack Features:


4-piece shell pack commemorating 25 years of PDP ? available for 2024 only


Special dimensions include 10- and 12-inch rack toms, a 16-inch floor tom, and a 22-inch bass drum


Seamless clear acrylic shells promise power, tonal purity, maximum resonance, and remarkable structural integrity


Perfect for recording monstrous studio tracks and filling out virtually any live mix in concert


Walnut-stained wood hoops add an earthy, throaty appeal that also works to preserve the shell's resonance


Old-school claw hooks, dual-turret lugs, and True-Pitch tension rods ensure a classy look that holds tight to your preferred tuning


Suspension Tom Mounts for rack toms maintain round response and hindrance-free mounting


Rubber hardware grommets throughout ensure rattle-free playability


Topped with Remo drumheads, commemorative badging, and a stunning palm tree/sunset bass drum resonant head


Cymbals, stands, snare, and additional hardware not included