
dw DRX15514SSC037 [Collector's Pure Maple Snare Drum VLT Shell 14×5.5 / Vintage Marine FinishPly]
Product Condition
Brand New | Unused, as sold. |
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Mint | Like new, no flaws. |
Excellent | Barely used, very minor wear. |
Very Good | Light wear, fully functional. |
Good | Visible wear, plays fine. |
Fair | Heavy wear, still playable. |
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Description
Description
DW's signature series, Collector's Pure Maple, is handcrafted with passion and imagination in Oxnard, California.
The finest materials, legendary craftsmanship, and hand-applied finishes bring drummers' dreams to life.
-PURE MAPLE Wood Shells-
Maple, the most popular hardwood for drums, offers maximum resonance, projection, and attack. Combined with reinforced hoops, it produces a more focused sound, making it ideal for live and studio use.
-Specialized Shell Configuration (SSC)-
The combination of wood grain direction has a big effect on the sound.
To create the perfect drum, DW stacks plies cut with different grain directions—vertical, horizontal, and diagonal (X-shell)—to lower the shell's fundamental pitch and maximize resonance.
Various ply combinations are available, allowing you to choose the one that best suits your preferred sound.
-VLT-
The VLT (Vertical Low Timber) shell is a shell in which the vertical plies are arranged in a position where they are less under tension, resulting in a lower pitch than a regular shell and a low-tuned sound with good sustain and attack.
In a VLT shell, the outermost and innermost plies are arranged longitudinally rather than horizontally as in the conventional case.
The straight grain puts less tension on the shell, allowing it to vibrate more freely, resulting in a lower fundamental pitch.
-Woods-
DW offers the finest woods selected from around the world for the construction of its drums.
-Bearing Edge-
Collector's Series shells are precision-cut with 45-degree (toms) and 60-degree (bass and snare) bearing edges, providing tone and sustain on the toms and depth and punch on the bass and snare.
-MAG throw-off & 5P (five position) butt plate-
The MAG throw-off features a built-in magnet and horizontal tension adjustment for smooth and easy adjustment.
Prevents loosening during performance.
The 5P (Five Position) butt plate allows you to adjust the snare wire tension in five positions, providing the drummer with the optimal snare sound.
-True-Pitch 50 Tuning Rods-
The pitch is finer than that of a typical tension rod, allowing for finer tuning.
Size: 14 x 5.5
Shell: 11ply Maple + 3ply Maple Reinforcement (VLT Shell)
Finish: Vintage Marine Finish Ply
Hoop: True Hoops 10-hole
Tension bolt: True-Pitch 50
Strainer: MAG Throw Off & 5P (five position) butt plate
Snare: TRUE-TONE Snare Wires
Part color: Chrome
Timbre note: G#
Payment & Security
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Please Note
The following information applies to international orders.
■ Condition
Items with “USED” in the product name are pre-owned and will be delivered as shown in the photos. Signs of wear may be present. All items are function-tested by our staff and rechecked before dispatch.
■ Stock
Many products are stocked across Ikebe stores in Japan. As a result, shipment may take several days. In-store sales may also cause items to sell out. If an item is unavailable, we will contact you promptly; in that case, the order will be canceled and any payment will be refunded.
■ Shipping
We ship via FedEx. Shipments are fully insured against damage or loss during transit.
- Asia: 10–20 days (estimated)
- North America & Oceania: 20–30 days (estimated)
Shipping costs are calculated based on the delivery address and confirmed at the time of dispatch.
■ Taxes & Duties
Import duties, taxes, and fees are the buyer’s responsibility and are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These fees are typically collected by the carrier upon delivery or at pickup. Please check with your country’s customs office for details before purchasing.
■ Other
We cannot declare a reduced item value or mark purchases as gifts.
* Warranty
Our product warranty is valid only within Japan.
* Voltage
All electrical products are intended for the Japanese market and are designed for 100 V operation.

About us
Founded in 1975, Ikebe Music is one of Japan's largest general music stores.Thanks to its long history and proven track record, it has earned the trust of musicians and music fans not only in Japan but around the world.
Ikebe Music ships not only within Japan, but also overseas.As a well-known retailer of used musical instruments in Japan, we have a wide selection of used and vintage instruments.
We have a wide variety of unusual and rare instruments, so please take a look.Please note that we do not list new products, as our contracts with our suppliers prohibit international shipping.
About our stores
In Japan, we have about 30 stores in Tokyo (Ikebukuro, Shibuya, Akihabara) and Osaka.
We have just opened our flagship store, IKESHIBU (IKEBE SHIBUYA), in Shibuya, Tokyo, which brings together numerous musical instrument specialty stores and serves as a hub for entertainment culture.
Please be sure to stop by if you are visiting Japan.


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