DW Performance Series™ 5-Piece Shell Pack – Pewter Sparkle

With a look that is decidedly DW and a tone to match, the Performance Series exemplifies DW’s commitment to handcrafted drums and value. The foundation of this kit, advanced HVX shells, were conceived, designed and constructed by John Good and the DW Custom Shop team in their Oxnard, California shell shop.

The 8-ply HVX shells of this configuration (10-ply snare and kick shells) combine advanced grain orientation technology and hand-selected North American hard rock maple to deliver a low, punchy tone, with lush resonance and projection that’s perfectly suited for live applications. Back-cut 45-degree bearing edges reduce shell-to-head contact to increase attack, while Suspension Tom Mounts (STM) collaborate to ensure a longer fundamental tone.

This Performance Series 5-piece kit is framed by chrome hardware and features classic DW quarter turret lugs and low mass die-cast claw hooks. It is available in a variety of finishes like satin oil, specialty lacquer and FinishPly.

Cymbals, snare and hardware sold separately.

Features

• Handcrafted and finished in Oxnard, California
• Quarter Turret lugs are sleek and recognizable
• HVX maple shells deliver a deep, powerful fundamental
• Heat forming/Cool Tempering maximizes shell strength, roundness, and resonance
• 45° and 60° bearing edges promise modern cut and sustain
• Graduated flanged hoops are tailored to each shell diameter
• STM tom mounts suspend shells securely without choking tone
• 21 floor tom legs accommodate a range of playing heights
• Fine-threaded True-Pitch tension rods enhance tuning accuracy

Specs

• Pewter Sparkle FinishPly
• North American Maple HVX Shell
• Bass drum(s): 22 x 18
• Tom(s): 10 x 8, 12 x 9
• Floor tom(s): 16 x 14
• Snare: 14 x 5-1/2