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DW Design 18"x16" FT Cherry Stain

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DW Design 18"x16" FT Cherry Stain

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Design 18"x16" FT Cherry Stain

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 443855
Brand: DW
Model: Design 18"x16" FT Cherry Stain
Category: 18" Floor Toms
Price: $691.90

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This DW Design floor tom is a fantastic option for drummers seeking a quality, warm tone without the premium price tag. The maple shell and HVLT construction provide a focused, powerful sound that sits well in a mix. It's a solid choice for gigging musicians or studio players who appreciate DW’s build quality and want a beautiful-looking tom.

Product Description

  • DW Design 18"x16" FT Cherry Stain
  • Floor Tom
  • Size: 18" x 16"
  • Finish: Cherry stain
  • Shell made of 8 layer selected North American maple wood
  • HVLT shell construction
  • Chrome hardware
  • True pitch hoops
  • Remo drumheads
PROS
  • • HVLT construction delivers focused, resonant low-end tones.
  • • Cherry stain provides a beautiful, warm aesthetic and pleasing sonic character.
  • • True-Pitch hoops ensure precise head placement and consistent tuning.
  • • DW’s maple shell construction offers a balanced blend of warmth and projection.
CONS
  • • Cherry stain can show fingerprints and smudges easily, requiring care.
  • • DW Design series represents a step-down from their flagship lines, some hardware feels less premium.
  • • The 8-ply construction, while good, isn't as complex as DW’s higher-end shells.

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Key Features

Size 18 in x 16 in
Shell Material North American Maple
Ply Count 8
Hoops DW True-Pitch
Legs DW 9000 Series
Weight Approximately 13 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The DW Design utilizes an HVLT construction, which is still excellent, but the Collector's Series often employs more intricate shell layering and bearing edge profiles for a more refined tone.
The DW 9000 series legs are well-engineered and quite stable, but very aggressive players might find them slightly less robust than those on DW’s higher-end drums.
The Cherry stain itself doesn't directly alter the tone, but the finish process can slightly influence the shell’s resonance; it’s a subtle effect, mostly aesthetic.

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