DW Drum Workshop TOM 13X9 PERFORMANCE WHITE MARINE PEARL

Historical Context and Positioning in the Range

The DW Performance series was designed to deliver the core DW DNA in a format tailored for stage and studio: meticulous craftsmanship, premium shells, and component choices directly inspired by the brand's standards. It incorporates proven features from the DW universe, with a focus on efficiency, easy tuning, and the consistency of a professional kit.

Who This Drum/Tom Is For

This 13 x 9 tom is aimed at intermediate to professional drummers looking for a quality piece to complement a set, build a hybrid configuration, or have a tom with very "pro" behavior. Its balance suits rock, pop, funk, as well as studio contexts where controlled sustain and clear response across all dynamics are expected.

Features and Innovations

The HVX construction (new design) emphasizes a quick response and strong projection while remaining easy to control with a microphone. The STM "silent block" suspension system allows the shell to breathe without adding tom arms, which is practical for optimizing placement and resonance. The True Pitch tension rods enhance tuning precision, providing a smooth feel and appreciable stability both in rehearsal and on tour.

Depending on the series configuration, you will also find elements from the DW ecosystem such as DW drumheads made by Remo USA and a DW MAG snare trigger, reflecting the Performance positioning: a ready-to-play, reliable, and coherent set.

Sound

North American maple is known for its versatility: clear attack, generous midrange, and rounded low end, with a natural sustain that remains musical. At 13 x 9, this tom delivers a marked presence and strong projection, ideal for precise fills and tom runs that stay defined.

Combined with the HVX design and STM suspension, the sound gains openness and useful resonance while maintaining easy control thanks to stable and progressive tuning.

Technical specifications

Material	selected North American maple wood	Tension rods	True Pitch
Construction	HVX (new design)	Series	DW Performance
Dimensions	13 x 9 inches	Finishes	available in 5 finishes, including 1 Satin Oil and 3 lacquered finishes
Hardware	chrome-plated	Drumheads	DW made by Remo USA (depending on configuration)
Tom suspension	STM "silent block" without tom arms	Snare trigger	DW MAG (depending on configuration)