The Pearl EXX 13"x09" tom is a great place to start. Pearl's Superior Shell Technology (SST) blends strategically arranged plies of poplar and Asian mahogany with proprietary construction techniques to produce a drum that's tough yet soulful. What's more, Pearl's Opti-Loc suspension mount keeps this tom free from wobble and free to ring out to its full potential. Combined with a range of great finishes to complement your kit, the Pearl Export EXX tom is a solid expansion tom at an affordable price.