Pearl Export kits are the most popular ever sold in the world (the one-millionth Export kit was produced in 1995).

I've sold many Beech kits over the years and found they sound very similar to Maple or Birch shell drums.

Made in Germany, in 2001 Sonor S Class Maple 5pce kits were selling for $3500

There's also concert footage of him playing his red sparkle Premier double kit in the 60s, which is similar to this kit.

It produces a full sound, with warmth from the mahogany and an increased sustain with the maple plies – the best of both worlds!