RARE! The Premier XPK Heritage Series Limited Edition! - White Marine Pearl

The Premier XPK Heritage Series in White Marine Pearl Wrap is a highly regarded, vintage-inspired drum kit that bridges the gap between classic aesthetic appeal and modern performance. Originating in the late 1990s—notably highlighted by the 1999 "Be Bop" edition—this series offered a wrapped finish variant in a line that typically featured translucent lacquers. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]Shell Composition & Sound ProfileUnlike basic entry-level kits, the XPK Heritage line utilizes premium woods to establish a professional sonic footprint: [1]

• The Blend: Depending on the specific production year, these shells feature a Birch and Eucalyptusmulti-ply sandwich construction. [1, 2]
• The Characteristics: Birch provides a bright, sharp attack with immense high-end clarity and deep punch. The eucalyptus adds warmth and sustain, creating an incredibly versatile drum suitable for jazz, rock, and studio recording alike. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
• Interior Stain: A distinct marker of many 90s XPK drums is the beautifully stained or painted dark/black interior shell, setting them apart from the cheaper APK lines. [1, 2]

Key Hardware Specifications

• Low-Mass Lugs: Designed to maximize shell resonance by reducing the hardware footprint directly touching the wood.
• ISO Mount System: Chrome-plated isolation mounts for the rack toms ensure sustained ring and prevent the hardware from choking the natural tone.
• Hoops: Standard 1.5mm triple-flanged steel hoops that offer stable, reliable tuning. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

Common ConfigurationsThe White Marine Pearl wrap version is most famously known in its compact forms highly sought after today for their portability and punchy footprint: [1, 2]

• Bass Drum: 20" x 16"
• Rack Tom: 12" x 8"
• Rack Tom 10" x 7"
• Floor Tom: 14" x 14"
• Matching Snare: 13" matching wood snare drum 

These kits are quite rare on the used market today.

• Bass drum has been upgraded with a microphone and xlr port so you can plug directly into the bass drum to mic the interior of your bass drum. This is a fantastic addition for the stage and especially the recording studio.
  Snare Drum throw off and butt plate was upgraded for better sound and playability/functionality and there is a tiny extra hole under the throw off.
• ****** please note that shipping outside of the United States is marked at $1999 but that is just a placeholder. International , Please contact me for an actual shipping estimate.**********
• The usual scrapes, cuts, and wear and tear for a kit that is quarter of a century old