PEARL Pearl Vintage Single Head Tom 2-Piece Drum Set

Made by PEARL
Vintage Single Head Toms
Approximately 30cm in diameter each
Set of 2

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These are extremely rare concert toms, emblematic of Japan's vintage period, manufactured in Japan from the mid to late 1970s.

◯ Condition
The orange color remains strong for their age.
There is some peeling on a part of one tom, but when struck together, it did not affect the sound.

◯ Shipping
We will pack them carefully to prevent damage during shipping.

We researched the product features below.

◯ Features
1. Shell Material and Construction: All-Wood Model
From the interior photos, it can be confirmed that these are all-wood shells, not incorporating fiberglass.
Material: Multi-layer (likely around 9-ply) Lauan wood, which was used in Pearl's mid-range to standard models of that era.

Sound Characteristics: The combination of the warm sound of wood and the short decay unique to single-head toms results in a very fat, deep resonance that can be described as tone.

2. Tom Holder Bracket (Symbol of the 70s)
The bracket, with its square shape secured by two bolts, strongly suggests that these are concert toms from the Deluxe Wood series, which was part of the lineup alongside Crystal Beat and Wood Fiberglass in the mid-1970s, or concert toms from a series that followed it.

3. Points of Interest Regarding Condition
Heads: Coated heads with the Pearl logo are attached, maintaining a look close to the original from that era.

Rarity: Many Melodic Toms (Concert Toms) from the 1970s have distorted shells from heavy use or completely peeled coverings. It is rare to find ones with such vibrant color remaining.

Conclusion: The Value of These Drums
These toms are concert toms emblematic of Japan's vintage period from the mid to late 1970s.

Incorporating them into a modern drum set will add a unique and warm 70s sound that cannot be achieved with contemporary drums. They should produce very interesting effects, especially as percussive accents in recordings.