Description
Collector’s Series® Drums are available in
Chrome distinct hardware color option.
DW’s patented STM™ (suspension tom mount)
system allows drums to vibrate freely, allowing maximum resonance while securely
holding the drum in place. Because there are no washers or grommets inhibiting
the lug rod receiver, choking is reduced and tuning is as easy as ever.
(U.S. Patent #5520083)
A shell’s fundamental pitch is where it wants
to be tuned. No more fighting with heads to find the sweet spot. We’ve done it
for you. Every set that is crafted at DW is done so as a family. Before the
shell is sanded, bearing edges are added or even one hole is drilled, every drum
is ear-matched to belong together for life. In a word, tuning made easy.
(U.S. Patent #5770810)
The recipe for a structurally sound shell
starts with raw materials. Hand selected veneer is cut to DW specifications and
delivered form the mill to the DW Custom Shop where the process begins with the
plies themselves. To make the perfect plywood for making drums takes years of
drum making experience and know how. Special glues are formulated to allow sound
to travel actively through the plies, then grain is cross-laminated for superior
strength. Once cut to size the shells are precisely rolled and heat pressed.
Reinforcement hoops are carefully installed utilizing a finger joint and heat
activated glue. Once again undergoing heat and 2000 lbs. of pressure, the raw
shells raw edges are cut and the shells are ready for timber matching. It’s the
most advanced, yet hands-on way to make shells.
To give drummers even more control over their
sound, DW created its patented True-Pitch® rod system. The rods feature 10/32
threads rather than the 10/24 that’s standard on most other drums. The result is
a more exacting tuning process. True-Pitch® rods are only available in chrome
Solid and reliable, DW’s workhorse spurs can
rest snug against the drum for easy pack-up and feature telescoping legs for
increased adjustability. Spikes are perfect for drum rugs or carpet or the
rubber feet can be screwed in place for wood or other hard surfaces.
ESE™ or Enhanced Sound Edge is a revolutionary
new concept in bearing edge technology. Over the years DW has lead the way in
refining the way drums are constructed to optimize both overall tone and
resonance. The ESE™ edge features a sharper backcut that is applied to the
resonant head only and provides increased resonance on higher-pitched toms (recommended
for 8-12″ toms). This sharper resonant edge has proven to add increased attack
and a longer fundamental tone. This feature is optional on all Collector’s
Series® drums. (U.S. Patent #6,525,250)
