lineup. Eliminator pedals feature Pearl's patented QuadBeater which allow the player to choose between four distinct sounds, six interchangeable cams which affects the pedal's feel and response, and a customizable traction plate. For 2012, the Eliminator II (2100 series) line of pedals were introduced by Pearl Japan, sporting features from the Demon series such as Ninja bearings, Z-link universal joints (limited edition only), and the Control Core beater, and bridges the gap between the Eliminator and Eliminator Demon lines. The Eliminator II is currently only sold in Japan. For 2016, the Eliminator Redline (2050 series) line of pedals was released as an upgrade to the old Eliminator 2000 series. Eliminator Demon (3000 Series) - Pearl's high-end line of pedals. Introduced in 2009, the Demon Drive pedals come equipped with direct drive links, micro-polished bearings (courtesy of Ninja Skateboards), and a "Duo-Deck" footboard which allow the player to switch between short and longboard pedals. For 2012, the Demon Chain pedal was introduced, incorporating the same features as its direct drive counterpart, but with a lightweight chain and "Perfect Circle" cam. Endorsements Many famous drummers play Pearl, such as: Jeff Porcaro, Ian Paice (Deep Purple), Daniel Erlandsson, Dennis Chambers, Tanner Wayne (In Flames), Ray Luzier (Korn), Eric Singer (KISS), Jason Hartless (Ted Nugent), Jon Larsen (Volbeat), Mike Mangini (Dream Theater), Todd Sucherman (Styx), George Kollias (Nile), Brian Frasier-Moore (Justin Timberlake), Omar Hakim, Joey Jordison (Vimic), Casey Cooper, Jason Bowld (Bullet For My Valentine), Ashoor Zafarmoradian(Mayar Fallhi, Haman Band), Gary Husband, Michael "Moose" Thomas, Kevin Malone (Kevin and The Zits), and many more. See also List of drum makers References Notes External links Masani Yanagisawa Interview NAMM Oral History Library (2008) Percussion instrument manufacturing companies Companies based in Chiba Prefecture Manufacturing companies established in 1946 Musical instrument manufacturing companies of Japan Japanese brands 1946 establishments in Japan Yachiyo, Chiba