Pearl Philharmonic Series 36x16
A shallower-shell 36" x 16" concert bass drum from Pearl's Philharmonic Series, positioned as a step-down tier from the Symphonic Series.

Key specifications
| Manufacturer | Pearl |
|---|---|
| Product status | Current |
| Size | 36 x 16 inches |
| Series | Philharmonic Series — Pearl's step-down concert-percussion tier from Symphonic |
| Mounting | Free-standing on an upright stand |
| Diameter x depth | 36" x 16" |
| Shell | 6-ply, 100% African mahogany |
| Bearing edges | 45 degrees |
| Hoops | 2" wide, 100% maple, matte walnut finish |
| Tuning system | Silent Tension Lug System |
| Tension rods | 8 mm, coarse thread, oversized T-handle, insulated contact points |
| Air vents | Two |
| Heads | Remo Fiberskyn / NuSkyn |
| Finish | Hand-finished #210 Matte Walnut Stain |
| Stand | Commonly supplied with matching STBD36 suspended stand |
| Mass | Not published — unconfirmed |
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