Here we have something extremely rare to see in 2020. This is a new old stock Pearl MLX kit from 1992. This kit came like it would have from the factory in 1992 with factory packaging, original heads and no signs of use what so ever. The kit is in 100% like new condition and looks and feels just like it would have in 1992.
Pearl MLX sometimes referred to as 'Prestige Custom' 100% Maple Kit. The MLX was Pearl's top of the line series between 1988 and 1995 until Pearl phased it out to introduce the new thinner shelled Master Series. For a while the Masters MMX (4 ply Maple) was Pearls only Maple shell offering but later the original six ply Maple shell as found on the MLX was introduced back by popular demand in to the Masters line up as MRX.
The MLX was a major favourite in Pearls line up, its competition at the time was the Sonor Hilite and Yamaha Maple Custom and tonally this kit delivers a very similar vibe and has similar looks in terms of it's hi-tension lugs etc. Research and Designed by Pearl Japan, the MLX was one of the first kits to be produced in the new Taiwanese facility which went on to produce all of Pearls drums across the series (with the exception of CZX)
Notable users of the MLX include players such as Dennis Chambers, Jeff Porcaro, Greg Bissonette, Tico Torres & Marvin 'Smitty' Smith.
The MLX and BLX (birch alternative) and Big Brother series CZX (thicker maple) were the drums that put Pearl on the map, new hardware innovations, improved shell design and finishing techniques, striking looks and solid sound! There are still current Pearl Endorsees favouring to use this era of Pearl in the studio and live up to the present day and when you sit behind one and play it, there is no surprise why.
The kit we have here is from exactly 1992 which we can tell that from the packaging. This set is from the third and final face lifted era of the series with - Black Plinths behind the badges, SP30 bass drum spurs and cast air vents. This is an amazing find with a full array of toms in sizes typical of the era. The Sequoia red finish on this kit is particuarly striking with a very nice wood grain throughout the kit.
The chances of finding a kit in this condition again are extremely unlikely. If buying to collect we think this kit will accrue in value over the years due to its condition and originality.
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Pearl MLX Prestige Custom Professional Series, 1992 New Old Stock
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10 x 10, 12 x 10, 14 x 12 & 15 x 14 Toms
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22 x 16 Bass Drum
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6 Ply, 7.5mm 100% Premium Maple Shells
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Sequoia Red Laquer Finish
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Stunning Maple Warmth with additional Projection
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Hi-Tension Lugs
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SP-30 Bass Drum Spurs
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2.3mm Super Hoops throughout
- Original Heads Fitted: Pearl Pinstripe Tom Batters | Pearl WA Resonant Heads | Pearl EB22 Front Head
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Cast Vent Holes
- Original Boxes and wrapping for all four toms included