DW PDP CM5 Std. White Shell Kit

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DW PDP CM5 Std. White Shell Kit

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PDP CM5 Std. White Shell Kit

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 452464
Brand: DW
Model: PDP CM5 Std. White Shell Kit
Price: $1,317.80

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

The DW PDP CM5 is a fantastic entry point into DW’s premium shell offerings. The maple shells deliver a warm, full sound that’s incredibly versatile—great for rock, pop, and even jazz. This kit is ideal for intermediate players looking for professional-grade quality and tone without the top-tier price tag.

Product Description

  • DW PDP CM5 Std. White Shell Kit
  • Shell Set
  • Standard Version
  • 100% Maple wood shell
  • Toms / bass drum: 7-Ply
  • Snare drum: 10-Ply
  • Premium painted shells
  • Chrome shell hardware
  • Dual-turret tuning-book
  • Cast bass drum retaining claws
  • MAG Throw-Off snare throw-off system
  • Copper snare
  • STM - free-swinging suspension tom holding system
  • True-Pitch clamping screws
  • Heads by REMO
  • Colour: Pearlescent White

*Set Configuration:*

, 22" x 18" Bass drum, 10" x 08" Tom tom with 1.5 mm steel tension hoop, 12" x 09" Tom tom with 1.5 mm steel tension hoop, 16" x 14" Floor tom with 2.0 mm steel tension hoop, 14" x 5.5" Snare drum with 2.5 mm steel hoops

PROS
  • • 100% maple shells deliver warm, resonant, and focused tones
  • • 7-ply construction balances projection and controlled low-end response
  • • STM mounting system allows for excellent tom resonance and flexibility
  • • Chrome hardware and dual-turret lugs showcase DW’s signature quality
CONS
  • • The Pearlescent White finish can be prone to showing fingerprints and smudges
  • • While versatile, the standard sizes may limit extreme tuning options
  • • The 10-ply snare, while excellent, might be a slight step down from DW’s flagship snares

Product Video

Key Features

Shell Material 100% Maple
Pieces 5
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 7-ply (toms/bass drum), 10-ply (snare)
Finish Pearlescent White

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Frequently Asked Questions

The STM system allows the toms to ‘float’ more freely, resulting in greater resonance and sustain; it avoids dampening the drum's natural vibration.
The 2.5mm steel hoops on the snare provide durability and a defined rimshot, but they’re not overly heavy—they’ll offer a crisp, powerful response.
The finish is durable but requires care; while it’s resistant, aggressive stick impacts or mishandling can lead to chipping, so proper storage and handling are key.

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