Yes, I totally agree... Oaklawn era sound better... although the L.A. shell has a unique sound of its own which I also enjoy as well... however nothing compares to a Jasper Shell Camco kit.
And besides I've had my orphan Oaklawn 3D wrap 12x8 & 14x14 toms for awhile and I never thought I'd ever find a orphan 3D wrap bass drum that matched. So, I'm actually glad I didn't purchase the CL set in question.