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NAMM 2013: In Pictures: Pearl

By Rhythm magazine published 28 January 2013

The Export is back!

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NAMM 2013: In Pictures: Pearl

NAMM 2013: In Pictures: Pearl

NAMM 2013: Pearl has announced the return of its iconic Export range.

The line, which was discontinued in 2008 and replaced by the Vision range, is back and available as a five-piece, six-ply poplar/Asian mahogany shelled kit.

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NAMM 2013: In Pictures: Pearl

NAMM 2013: In Pictures: Pearl

Also included are new low mass lugs (shown above), a 930 Demonator bass pedal, wood snare and Opti-Loc suspension tom holders.

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NAMM 2013: In Pictures: Pearl

Five finishes and an additional electronics pack are available for would-be buyers. For more information head to www.pearldrum.com.

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