DW Drum Workshop PERFORMANCE LACQUER EBONY STAIN
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DW Drum Workshop
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Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range
The DW Performance series was created to deliver DW's DNA with a clear focus on "stage and studio": demanding craftsmanship, premium material choices, and solutions derived from the brand's high-end series. It incorporates elements and a design philosophy inspired by DW standards to offer a professional snare drum capable of withstanding tours, sessions, and repeated tuning changes without losing consistency.
Within the DW lineup, Performance targets drummers seeking a snare with a true DW sonic signature and reliable hardware, while staying focused on the essentials: sound, stability, precision, and playing comfort.
Who This Drum Is For
This snare is especially suited for intermediate to expert drummers who want an instrument capable of covering many situations: intensive rehearsals, concerts, recording, or as a main set piece for a serious project. Thanks to its 8-inch depth, it appeals both to musicians who like "fat" and present sounds and to those looking for a responsive snare for clean ghost notes, with ample power reserve when opening up the playing.
Style-wise, it feels at home in rock, pop, metal, fusion, modern funk, and contemporary music, especially when a naturally cutting stroke is desired. Tuned higher with well-balanced tension, it can also produce a precise and articulated snap for tighter grooves.
Technical specifications
| Category | wood |
| Material | maple |
| Diameter | 14 " |
| Depth | 8 " |
| Color | Black |
| Finishing | Gloss varnish |
| Hardware | Chromed |
Questions frequently asked
What sound does a 14 x 8 inch maple snare drum offer?
The 14 x 8 inch North American maple shell provides a present fundamental tone and more body. Its 8-inch depth favors a thick sound when tuned low, while a higher tuning enhances articulation. The HVX construction contributes to a crisp attack and consistent rimshots.
Is the DW Performance Lacquer Ebony Stain 14x8 suitable for rock and metal?
This snare drum is designed for rock, metal, pop, fusion, modern funk, and contemporary music. Its deep 8-inch shell delivers the power reserve and body sought after in intense playing contexts.
What trigger is installed on this DW Performance snare?
The DW MAG trigger allows smooth tone adjustment, from a tighter tension for a crisp sound to a looser setting for a more open tone.
Do True Pitch tension rods improve tuning?
True Pitch tension rods are paired with the True Pitch Tuning system to enable fine tension adjustment. This setup helps stabilize tuning during repeated tension changes.
What finish does the Ebony Stain snare have?
The Ebony Stain finish is black with a glossy lacquer and chrome hardware. The installed DW heads are manufactured by Remo USA.
