What we have here is probably a snare drum from one of Pearls finest moments! This is a Custom Z Series sometimes referred to as the CZX or CZX Custom finished in stunning Champagne Birdseye (a finish exclusively and only ever available on this very series) These drums were produced between 1989 and 1994.
At the time Custom Z represented the finest build quality Pearl had ever realised and was fully designed and built in the Pearl Japan facility. Whilst the Custom Z has a similar appearance and many similar hardware cues as seen in the MLX and BLX ranges, make no mistake this was fully produced and built in Japan.
The Shell is 100% Maple and is an 8 ply, 10mm thick construction, Pearls research at the time indicated this shell density allowed for a wide mid range and clean high end attack, perfect for the higher tuning registers of Snare Drums. A highly figured Birdseye Maple exterior and a beautiful hand stained Champagne Lacquer complete the look and we love the Hi-Tension lugs and the stunning Made In Japan Custom Z badges.
This particular snare drum has been modified for a different lug we have sourced original lugs to bring it back to its original look and design, the drum also comes supplied with one extra spare original lug.
- 14 x 6.5 CZX Snare Drum (CZX-5314D)
- Finished in Stunning Birdseye Champagne (Colour No. 130)
- Built and Crafted in Pearl Japan
- Pearl DieCast (Mastercast) Hoops
- Original Hi-Tension Lugs with Brass Inserts fitted throughout, 1 spare lug is also supplied
- 8ply 100% Maple Shell
- Fitted with New Evans heads and Puresound wires
- Made In Japan - Super Rare Snare Drum
- Pre-Loved - Shell is in excellent condition, there are some additional holes visible from the inside but now covered by the original lug which we have re-fitted. The Metal work is showing signs of age with surface pitting. The drum presents as complete factory specification.