Key Information About the Pearl Reference ONE #816 Satin Racing Green Drum Kit
- ?Individually Engineered? construction using maple, birch, and mahogany depending on the shell
- ?Task Specific? bearing edges optimized by size for consistent response
- R2 Air Suspension in aluminum and MasterCast hoops for sustain and stability
- Premium hardware including Classic Bridge lugs and Swivel shells (STL)
Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range
Inspired by the custom Masterworks approach, Reference ONE offers a high-end preconfigured selection. Each shell receives the ideal wood species and cut to deliver professional-level performance with strong impact.
Who This Drum Kit Is For
Designed for expert drummers and studios seeking a high-volume, high-performance kit. Perfect for rock, modern pop, melodic metal, fusion, and live settings requiring power, definition, and headroom.
Features and Innovations
The ?Individually Engineered? concept combines maple for warmth, birch for attack, and mahogany for low-end foundation, depending on shell size. The ?Task Specific? bearing edges ensure a consistent feel. The chrome aluminum R2 AIR suspension maximizes resonance, while MasterCast hoops lock in tuning.
Sound Characteristics
The wood blend by size delivers a full spectrum: precise tom attack, present mids, and deep lows. The kit responds with great dynamics, maintaining sustain without losing control, ideal for modern recordings and large stages.
Technical Specifications
Configuration and Finish
- Reference ONE 4-pc Shell Pack in #816 Satin Racing Green finish
- Configuration: 2014BX/1007T/1208T/1414F
Shells
- Individually Engineered Drum Shell Construction
- Combined woods: maple, birch, and mahogany
- ?Task Specific? bearing edges
Suspension and Hoops
- R2 Air Suspension System with L-Rod (chrome aluminum)
- MasterCast hoops
Hardware
- Classic Bridge Lugs
- Swivel shells (STL)
Heads and Accessories
- Remo heads
- Bass Drum Muffler