DW Design Shell Pack Steel Grey

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DW Design Shell Pack Steel Grey

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Design Shell Pack Steel Grey

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 495438
Brand: DW
Model: Design Shell Pack Steel Grey
Price: $1,923.90

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

This DW Design pack delivers a seriously professional feel and sound at a surprisingly accessible price point. The maple shells offer a warm, responsive tone that’s great for everything from jazz to rock. It's a fantastic starting point for intermediate drummers looking to step up to a higher quality kit.

Product Description

  • DW Design Shell Pack Steel Grey
  • Drum Shell Kit
  • Design Series
  • Drum sheels are made from 100% North American maple
  • HVLT technology - For more depth and flexibility in tuning the drum shells
  • Mini turret lugs
  • Chrome hardware
  • Matte lacquer finish
  • Colour: Steel Grey

*Set configuration:*

, 22" x 18" Bass Drum (without bass drum rosette), 10" x 08" Tom Tom, 12" x 09" Tom Tom, 16" x 14" Floor Tom

PROS
  • • Maple shells deliver warm, resonant tones with excellent projection
  • • HVLT technology provides a surprisingly wide tuning range
  • • Mini-turret lugs minimize shell vibration for a cleaner sound
  • • Matte Steel Grey finish offers a unique, understated aesthetic
CONS
  • • Bass drum lacks a rosette, a common upgrade for serious players
  • • Design Series represents a premium-priced entry point to DW's offerings
  • • Maple shells, while versatile, may lack the aggressive attack of birch

Product Video

Key Features

Shell Material 100% North American Maple
Pieces 4
Bass Drum Size 22 in x 18 in
Tom Sizes 10 in x 08 in, 12 in x 09 in, 16 in x 14 in
Shell Thickness 3.2mm – 4.2mm (typical DW Design thickness)
Finish Matte Lacquer

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Frequently Asked Questions

HVLT allows for more nuanced tuning, enabling a broader range of sounds – from deep, thumpy tones to higher, more focused pitches.
Yes, matte finishes generally show fingerprints more readily than gloss finishes, but a quick wipe with a microfiber cloth resolves the issue.
The Design Series offers excellent value, but lacks some of the premium hardware and more complex shell construction found in DW's Artist or Collector’s Series lines.

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