DW 18"x16" FT Performance Ebony
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DW
18"x16" FT Performance Ebony
Product Info
Article Number:
447941
Brand:
DW
Model:
18"x16" FT Performance Ebony
Category:
18" Floor Toms
Price:
$911.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This DW Performance Ebony floor tom is a real workhorse – the HVX shell construction gives it a warm, powerful sound with surprising clarity. It's ideal for players seeking a professional-grade tom without the top-tier price tag, particularly those in rock, funk, or R&B settings where a deep, controlled tone is key.
Product Description
- DW 18"x16" FT Performance Ebony
- Floor Tom
- Size: 18" x 16"
- Performance series
- 8-Ply shell made of hand-selected North American hard rock maple wood
- Made with the newest HVX shell technology
- Chrome hardware
- Standard tripe steel hoops
- With deep
- powerful fundamental tone over clear overtone resonances and sound projection
- Colour: Ebony
PROS
- • HVX shell tech delivers focused, resonant low-end response.
- • Ebony finish provides a controlled, darker sonic character.
- • DW's robust legs ensure stability, even at higher volumes.
- • Triple-flange hoops enhance attack and projection with minimal ring.
CONS
- • Performance series hardware isn't quite as refined as DW's Collector line.
- • Ebony finish can show fingerprints and smudges easily.
- • The 18-inch size might feel cumbersome for smaller drummers.
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Key Features
Size
18 in x 16 in
Shell Material
North American hard rock maple
Ply Count
8-Ply
Hoops
Triple-flange steel
Legs
DW Performance Series
Weight
Approximately 13 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Ebony finish dampens the shell slightly, resulting in a more focused and controlled tone with less overtone ring, making it suitable for tighter, more modern sounds.
Yes, HVX provides improved resonance and projection while maintaining excellent fundamental tone – it's a noticeable step up in sonic performance.
Absolutely; DW's Performance Series legs are built to withstand the rigors of regular use and can handle powerful playing without wobbling or collapsing.
