Collector's Series® Jazz
Shells built for expression.
The DW Jazz Series™ offers all the quality and innovation of the modern age with a tonal spectrum reminiscent of mid-century bebop.
About Collector's Series Jazz
The DW Jazz Series™ were inspired by a 20th century form that is uniquely American. These shells feature a 3-ply Gumwood core for round tone that's suitable for bebop to pop in live and studio environments.
DW Jazz Drums
Hybrid Gum Shells
These 7-ply Hybrid Gum shells start with a 3-ply core of thick 1/20" Gumwood, which is sandwiched between Maple, Mahogany, or Cherry plies without reinforcement hoops. The result is a brighter tone with medium sustain.
Bearing Edge
These shells are cut with the same vintage-style, rounded “butter” bearing edge as the Classics Series with an outer round over and a 60-degree inner edge. This edge enhances the shell's range and resonance.
Customization Options
Give your Jazz Series kit a striking veneer or lacquer, shells sized for any style, and a choice of hardware colors—while preserving mid-century tones.
Finishes
From FinishPly™ to hand-sprayed lacquer or satin oil, all DW kits can be customized with finishes to make it yours.Exotic Wood Finishes
DW combs the planet for the most beautiful exotic woods to grace the exterior of your drums. Choose the veneer, DW brings out the luster.
Shell Sizes
Sizing helps players emphasize or control tonal qualities, while providing a visual aesthetic for musical genres.Tom Tom Drum Sizes
All sizes are listed as depth x diameter in inches.
Hardware Options
DW drum hardware keeps shells tuned and true, but they’re also available in a variety of colors to enhance the aesthetic of your customized drums.
Lugs / Colors
Collector’s Series® turret lugs offer an iconic design, while holding tuning and distributing tension to prevent warping. These lugs and all Collector’s Series® drum hardware are available in five color options.
Explore Drums by Series
Collector's Series
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Classics
New vintage drum tone.
Contemporary Classic
The evolution of a Classic.
Jazz
Shells built for expression.
Santa Monica
Shells that inspired DW.
Performance Series
Handcrafted performance.
Design Series
All part of the design.