Detail 01
Isolation mount design
Holds the drum by the lugs rather than the shell, so the shell vibrates freely and decay lengthens.
Product detailSKU #1274034489056
PearlOptimount Tom Mounting System 13in to 14in
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Pearl's isolation mount for 13" and 14" toms, replacing shell-drilled hardware. For drummers whose rack toms sound choked.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Freeing up sustain on 13" or 14" rack toms
- Upgrading a kit with older shell-mounted tom brackets
- Recording sessions where tom decay matters
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- 10" or 12" toms — wrong size range
- Drummers happy with their current tom tone
- Anyone unwilling to work on their own hardware
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
13" to 14" fitment
Sized for those diameters specifically. A 12" tom won't line up with the bracket spacing.
Detail 03
Mounts to existing lug hardware
Attaches at lug points, so shell drilling isn't needed — but your lug pattern has to match.
Detail 04
Pearl-specific system
Built around Pearl lug spacing and post diameter. Cross-brand fitment is not a given.
Detail 05
Around $105 per tom
Per-drum pricing. Converting two rack toms roughly doubles the cost.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm your lug spacing and count match before ordering
- 02You'll need a tom arm or rack post to receive the mount
- 03Expect to retune — tom response changes noticeably once the shell is free
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit my 12" tom?
No. It's built for 13" and 14" diameters. Smaller toms need the matching size in the Optimount range.
02Do I have to drill my drum?
No. It mounts using existing lug hardware rather than adding new shell holes.
03Does it include the tom arm?
No. This is the mount that attaches to the drum. The arm or rack post is separate.
04Will my tom actually sound different?
Yes — taking hardware off the shell lets it vibrate more freely, which lengthens sustain and opens up the tone.
