Pearl Roadshow-PLUS 5-Piece Drum Kit — Red Wine with Hammered Brass Cymbals, Throne, and Sticks

The Pearl Roadshow-PLUS 5-Piece Drum Kit Package (SKU: PDRS525SB/C-91P) is an Australian-exclusive bundle built around the Pearl RS525SB 5-piece kit in Red Wine and configured for genuinely complete, out-of-the-box playability. The package brings together the full 5-piece shell pack — 22" bass drum, 10" and 12" rack toms, 16" floor tom, and a matching snare drum in 6-ply Asian White Poplar — with the Pearl BRD-1 Hammered Brass Cymbal Pack (14" hi-hats, 16" crash, 20" ride, cymbal bag), the full 50 Series hardware pack (bass drum pedal, snare stand, hi-hat stand, two boom cymbal stands), a height-adjustable spindle drum throne, a Pearl stick bag, and two pairs of Pearl 5A drumsticks. Throne and sticks are both included — a genuinely complete setup that is ready to play from the moment it is assembled, without additional purchases required to sit down and start.

Pearl RS525SB — 5-Piece Configuration and Shell Construction

The Roadshow-PLUS is built on the Pearl RS525SB shell pack: a full-size 5-piece configuration centred on a standard 22" bass drum. The 22" bass drum is the most common kick drum diameter in popular drumming and matches the standard used by the overwhelming majority of professional drum kits at all price levels. It produces the deep, full low-end character expected in rock, pop, country, R&B, and most other contemporary styles. The 10" and 12" rack toms provide the mid-high and mid-range tom voices for fills and patterns, while the 16" floor tom on three legs delivers the lower-mid complement that is fundamental to 5-piece tom configuration. The matching snare drum completes the shell pack with a consistent shell material and finish across all five drums.

The shells are formed from six plies of bonded Asian White Poplar — a lightweight, tonally balanced material with a warm fundamental, smooth attack, and reasonable projection. Pearl bonds and heat-presses each shell during manufacturing to maximise structural rigidity and consistent resonance, ensuring the shell retains its circular shape, holds tune under playing, and ages predictably over years of use. The Red Wine finish is applied to the outer ply and covered with a protective clear lacquer.

Cast Tension Lugs and Triple-Flanged Hoops

The Roadshow series uses durable cast tension lugs — single-piece cast-metal constructions rather than stamped or pressed steel equivalents. Cast lugs have more mass and structural integrity than lighter stamped alternatives, which translates directly to more stable tuning: the lug threads hold their position more consistently under the vibration of playing, reducing the tendency of drum tuning to drift during a session or rehearsal. For a beginner drummer who is still developing tuning technique and may not retune as frequently as an experienced player, stable-tuning hardware is a practical advantage in maintaining a consistent kit sound.

The triple-flanged steel hoops — the metal rings that secure the drumhead to the shell and are struck for rimshot technique — are formed with three bends in the steel profile. Triple-flanged hoops are the standard hoop construction for entry and mid-level drum manufacturing. Their slight flexibility (compared to the stiffer die-cast hoops used at higher price points) allows the drumhead to vibrate more freely at the edges, contributing to the open, sustaining tone that the Roadshow series is designed around. Die-cast hoops are more precise for tuning and more durable under heavy rimshot technique but are significantly more expensive to produce; triple-flanged hoops are the appropriate and standard choice at this price level and suit the full range of beginner and developing drummer technique.

Pearl BRD-1 Hammered Brass Cymbal Pack — Hi-Hats, Crash, and Ride

The BRD-1 pack provides a complete three-cymbal setup: 14" hi-hats (on the included hi-hat stand), 16" crash (on one boom stand), and 20" ride (on the second boom stand). This is the standard 3-cymbal beginner configuration covering every fundamental cymbal role — hi-hat articulation for rhythm patterns, crash for accents and phrase endings, and ride for sustained ride patterns and bell work. The 20" ride is a full-size ride diameter consistent with professional setups; smaller 18" or 16" rides are sometimes included in budget bundles, so the 20" is a worthwhile specification at this price point.

As detailed in the Expert Insight above, the hammered brass construction is a step above flat-stamped brass entry cymbals in tone character. The BRD-1 set is functional, durable, and appropriate for the learning, practice, and early gigging stages. Players who progress to recording or regular live performance typically look to upgrade to B8 or B20 bronze cymbals (from Zildjian, Sabian, Meinl, or Paiste) for wider tonal range, greater wash complexity, and better projection in a live mix. A cymbal carry bag is included with the BRD-1 pack for storage and transport of all four cymbals.

50 Series Hardware Pack — Two Boom Stands, Pedal, and Spindle Throne

The 50 Series hardware pack in this bundle is configured with two boom cymbal stands — a meaningful distinction from many comparable beginner packages that include only one. With two independent boom stands, the crash and ride cymbal are each mounted on their own stand at independently adjustable heights and angles, which is the standard setup for virtually all professional drum configurations. A single boom stand forces both crash and ride to share a single stand arm via a secondary holder, which limits positioning flexibility and creates a less stable mounting for both cymbals. Having two boom stands from day one means the kit is set up correctly and allows the player to develop technique on a properly spaced, independent cymbal layout. The bass drum pedal, snare drum stand, and hi-hat stand complete the full hardware requirement for the 5-piece kit with no gaps.

The height-adjustable spindle throne is included in this Australian-exclusive bundle. The spindle design uses a central height-adjustable post with a round padded seat and a stable three-leg base, covering a wide range of player heights. It is a fully functional seat for practice, rehearsal, and performance. Players who spend extended hours at the kit may eventually prefer a contoured saddle seat for greater comfort during long sessions, but the included throne is a complete, stable seating solution that requires no immediate replacement.

Who Is This Package For?

The Pearl Roadshow-PLUS is designed for beginner and developing drummers who want a complete, fully configured setup ready to play without sourcing hardware, cymbals, throne, and sticks separately. Everything required to play on day one is included: a full-size 5-piece acoustic kit, 3-cymbal pack, all hardware, drum throne, stick bag, and two pairs of sticks. It is an Australian-exclusive bundle configuration — this specific combination of the RS525SB kit, BRD-1 cymbal pack, 50 Series hardware with two boom stands, throne, and sticks is not available as a single-SKU bundle outside Australia. The 22" bass drum format is the standard professional kick size, meaning this kit is compatible with the full range of standard drum technique instruction and can grow with the player through the beginner and intermediate stages. Players who progress to regular gigging or recording typically look to upgrade cymbals first (to B8 or B20 bronze) and hardware as their playing develops. Drum bags for transport are needed separately. If you have questions about whether the Roadshow-PLUS or a different kit suits your situation, our staff at Angkor Music in Altona are happy to help.

Specifications

Pearl RS525SB Drum Kit

Pearl BRD-1 Hammered Brass Cymbal Pack

50 Series Hardware Pack

Accessories

Not Included

Frequently Asked Questions

Are the included BRD-1 cymbals good enough for a beginner?

Yes. The Pearl BRD-1 Hammered Brass cymbals are appropriate for a beginner and developing drummer and represent a step above the flat-stamped brass found in many cheaper entry-level bundles. The hammered surface gives the cymbals a slightly warmer, more complex tone character — still recognisably a brass beginner cymbal, but noticeably less strident than flat-stamped alternatives. They are functional and durable across the learning and early gigging stages and cover every fundamental cymbal role. Players who progress to regular gigging or recording at an intermediate or advanced level typically upgrade to B8 or B20 bronze cymbals (from brands such as Zildjian, Sabian, Meinl, or Paiste) for a richer tonal palette and better projection. That upgrade normally becomes a priority after a year or two of playing, once the drummer has developed preferences for cymbal weight, wash, and response. The BRD-1 set is the right starting point and there is no need to replace them before the player is ready.

Why does this bundle include two boom cymbal stands, and why does that matter?

Many comparable beginner drum packages include only one boom cymbal stand, which means the crash and ride cymbals must share a single stand using a secondary cymbal holder arm. This limits independent height and angle adjustment of each cymbal and creates a less stable mounting for both. With two independent boom stands — as included in this Roadshow-PLUS bundle — the crash and ride are each mounted and adjusted separately, which is the standard professional configuration. The player can position each cymbal at the height, angle, and distance that suits their reach and technique, without compromise. Having two boom stands from the outset also means the hardware is correct for adding a third cymbal (a second crash or splash) later: a third stand is all that is needed, with no need to reorganise the existing setup.

What is the spindle throne and is it comfortable?

A spindle throne uses a central height-adjustable post with a round padded seat and a stable three-leg base. The included Pearl throne is height-adjustable across a wide range, covering children through to adult players. It is a stable and functional seat for practice sessions, rehearsals, and performances. The main difference between a spindle throne and more expensive drum thrones is seating comfort over extended sessions — the round padded seat is appropriate for typical practice and performance use. Players who spend several hours continuously at the kit may eventually prefer a contoured or saddle-shaped seat for added support during long blocks. For regular practice, lessons, and gigging, the included throne is entirely suitable and needs no immediate replacement.

What does "Australian exclusive" mean for this package?

The base Pearl RS525SB drum kit is sold globally. The Roadshow-PLUS bundle — this specific combination of the RS525SB kit in Red Wine with the BRD-1 hammered brass cymbal pack, 50 Series hardware with two boom stands, throne, stick bag, and two pairs of 5A sticks — is a bundle configuration put together specifically for the Australian market. It is not available as a single-SKU bundle outside Australia. The individual components can be purchased separately elsewhere, but this exact package at this pricing is an Australian market configuration.

Is the 22" bass drum the standard size, and is it right for most players?

Yes. The 22" bass drum is the most common kick drum diameter in contemporary drumming across rock, pop, country, R&B, jazz, and most other popular styles. The overwhelming majority of professional drum kits — from beginner to touring level — are built around a 22" kick. It produces the deep, full low-end that is expected in most live and studio contexts and is compatible with standard bass drum miking techniques, drum risers, and hardware. Some specialised styles use different sizes — jazz drummers sometimes prefer 18" or 20" kicks for a drier, faster response; compact gigging setups may use a 16" or 18" kick for portability — but for a first drum kit intended to cover the broadest range of playing styles and situations, 22" is the correct standard choice. The Roadshow-PLUS's 22" bass drum means the player is learning on the same standard format they will encounter across virtually every other drum kit they play or record on.