DW Design 18"x16" FT Cherry Stain
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DW
Design 18"x16" FT Cherry Stain
Product Info
Article Number:
443855
Brand:
DW
Model:
Design 18"x16" FT Cherry Stain
Category:
18" Floor Toms
Price:
$691.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
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.
Product Video
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.
