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Description

Available exclusively through Guitar Center, the DW Collector's Series Vavona Exotic Maple/Mahogany snare drum with black nickel hardware pairs one of the DW Custom Shop's most visually striking exotic veneers with a shell designed for warmth, musicality and expressive performance. Finished in Candy Black Burst Hard Satin, the genuine Vavona veneer reveals naturally unique figuring that makes every instrument visually one of a kind, while premium black nickel hardware completes its understated Custom Shop aesthetic. Built with a 12-ply maple shell featuring inner and outer plies of select African mahogany surrounding maple core plies, this limited-edition Collector's Series snare delivers warm tonality, satisfying punch and rich musical character that feels equally at home on stage or in the studio.

Maple/Mahogany Shell for Warm, Musical Tone

Designed to blend the clarity of maple with the warmth of mahogany, the 12-ply shell features inner and outer plies of select African mahogany surrounding maple core plies. The result is a full, balanced voice with warm tonality, focused punch and studio-friendly resonance that responds naturally across a wide dynamic range. Whether laying down subtle grooves or delivering commanding backbeats, the shell offers the expressive musicality and consistency that professional drummers demand.

Premium Vavona Craftsmanship and Collector's Series Hardware

The Vavona Collection showcases one of DW's most distinctive exotic veneers, with every shell displaying naturally unique figuring beneath its Candy Black Burst Hard Satin finish. Complementing the refined appearance, premium black nickel hardware joins Collector's Series appointments—including the DW MAG drop-style throw-off, 5P five-position butt plate, 3 mm True Hoops and stainless-steel True-Pitch machined tension rods—to provide dependable performance, precise tuning stability and the professional-grade durability expected from a DW Custom Shop instrument.

A Distinctive Collector's Series Exclusive

Combining the unmistakable beauty of genuine Vavona veneer with the warm, musical voice of its 12-ply Maple/Mahogany shell and premium Collector's Series hardware, this limited-edition snare delivers exceptional craftsmanship in both appearance and performance. Available exclusively through Guitar Center, it offers drummers access to a unique Custom Shop instrument built to inspire expressive playing while providing the warmth, punch and reliability demanded by today's musicians. The DW Collector's Series Vavona Exotic Maple/Mahogany snare is a premium instrument crafted to stand out visually and sonically.

DW Collector's Series Vavona Exotic Maple/Mahogany Snare Drum With Black Nickel Hardware - 14 x 6.5 in. Candy Black Burst Hard Satin
DW Collector's Series Vavona Exotic Maple/Mahogany Snare Drum With Black Nickel Hardware - 14 x 6.5 in. Candy Black Burst Hard Satin
DW Collector's Series Vavona Exotic Maple/Mahogany Snare Drum With Black Nickel Hardware - 14 x 6.5 in. Candy Black Burst Hard Satin

Features

  • Guitar Center Exclusive limited-edition 12-ply snare with Vavona veneer
  • 12-ply Maple/Mahogany shell delivers warmth, punch and rich musicality
  • African mahogany inner and outer plies enhance warmth and studio-friendly resonance
  • Candy Black Burst Hard Satin highlights exotic Vavona wood
  • DW MAG throw-off provides smooth, dependable snare operation
  • 5P five-position butt plate enables precise snare wire adjustment
  • 3 mm True Hoops promote consistent tuning stability and focused attack
  • True-Pitch tension rods support accurate, reliable tuning performance

Specs

General
  • Product type: Snare drum
  • Series: Collector's Series
  • Model: DRM66514SSN703
  • Guitar Center Exclusive: Yes
Shell
  • Diameter: 14"
  • Depth: 6.5"
  • Shell construction: Maple/Mahogany
  • Shell material: 12-ply maple with inner and outer plies of select African mahogany and genuine Vavona veneer
  • Finish: Candy Black Burst Hard Satin
Hardware
  • Hardware finish: Black nickel
  • Hoops: 3 mm True Hoops
  • Throw-off: DW MAG drop-style throw-off
  • Butt plate: DW 5P five-position butt plate
  • Tension rods: Stainless-steel True-Pitch machined tension rods

Warranty

DW Drums Collector's Series Warranty:
Drum Workshop, Inc. guarantees that DW Collector's Series® Drums are free of material and workmanship defects for a period of six (6) years from the original purchase date. Drum Workshop will repair or replace defective products free of charge to the original purchaser upon delivery of the product to an authorized DW Drums dealer. Proof of purchase and status as the original purchaser are required for warranty coverage. DW's maximum liability pursuant to this warranty is limited to the monetary value of the product that is the subject of the warranty claim. This is a summary only; please see the actual limited warranty for additional terms and conditions.

DW Pedals and Hardware Warranty:
For a period of five years from the date of purchase, Drum Workshop, Inc. guarantees the original owner, when presented with proof of purchase, that all 9000, 5000 and 7000 Series Bass Drum Pedal cast parts are free of material and manufacturing defects. This warranty is limited to cast parts only; such as the base casting, footboard, beater hub, sprocket, heel and cam casting. This warranty does not include moving parts; such as the spring assembly, beater ball, radius rod, hex shaft, ball bearings, etc. If under normal playing conditions parts covered in this limited five year warranty fail, they will be replaced at no charge. Return the pedal to your authorized DW dealer or, if there is not a dealer in your area, contact DW direct. DO NOT send pedal to DW without first receiving a Return Authorization Number. Shipping charges to DW will be paid by the consumer. DW's maximum liability pursuant to this warranty is limited to the monetary value of the product that is the subject of the warranty claim. This is a summary only; please see the actual limited warranty for additional terms and conditions.

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