WTS Artistry Series Bass Drum | Walnut

The WTS Artistry Series® Walnut bass drum cuts through with a pronounced attack while the overall tone leans towards low and punchy. Clarity in the bass frequencies prevents the natural sound from becoming muddy and convoluted within lower tunings. Shelved high frequency response contributes to an articulate and impactful quality of sound. // Available options: 
18” x 14”
20” x 14”
22” x 14”
24” x 14”
 
Every WTS Artistry Series drum is made to order, offering your choice of wood species, sizes, and add-on INDe hardware (sold separately - see all here). For custom Artistry configurations, choose from our wide variety of single drums here.
 
THE WTS ARTISTRY SERIES
Welcome to the rebirth of the Artistry Series; our flagship line of instruments crafted with premium, American-made drum shells. Born at the intersection of heirloom quality, tonal beauty, and unmatched tuning ease and efficiency, the Artistry Series delivers an unprecedented percussive experience.
 
Premium Signature Shells Made in the USA
Designed exclusively for WTS in collaboration with Nordic shells, WTS Signature Artistry shells are carefully crafted utilizing our True Fortified Tone ply configuration. This features a structural maple core at the center of two inner and outer plies of the chosen species to provide both tonal and aesthetic distinction. The innermost ply is a vertical grain orientation, transmitting vibrations through the shell with less resistance resulting in a lower fundamental note.​
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Choose from three distinct wood options:
Ribbon Mahogany
Cherry
Walnut
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​All shells are finished with a matte lacquer, accentuating the stunning grain patterns of the wood while allowing the drums to resonate freely.
 
Featuring INDe Hardware*
Independent Drum Lab (aka INDe) produces some of the most elegant and practical hardware on the market, and we are proud to feature INDe hardware standard on our WTS Artistry Series drums.
 
The SBMini snare strainer is smooth, light, simple, and reliable. Everything a strainer should be, nothing it shouldn't. 
Ultralight floor tom legs and bass drum spurs provide better stability, lighter weight for transporting, and memory locks for repeatable setups.
BR2 suspension mounts--a sleek and practical adjustable suspension system, allowing you to dial in your drum’s resonance.
 
Innovative Drum Tuning Technology
Free yourself from the limitations of tension rods and utilize the full tonal palette of your drums on the fly! With our proprietary WTS single-point tuning system, you can tune your drums in seconds, make tuning adjustments mid-performance, and reach optimal sound and pitch every time you play your drums.
 
In addition to effortless tuning, WTS hardware is 90% free-floating, allowing the drums to resonate freely over a much wider tuning range, providing a clean, clear, and pure tone.
 
 
FEATURES*:
Shell sizes (diameter x depth):
18” x 14” bass drum
20” x 14” bass drum
22” x 14” bass drum
24” x 14” bass drum
8-ply shells feature a signature 2/4/2 ply configuration designed specifically for WTS in collaboration with Nordic Shells:
4-ply maple core is paired with 2 plies of Walnut for the inner and outer plies
Horizontal wood grain outside, vertical grain inside
12-ply maple wood hoops
Dual 45 degree bearing edges for optimal response and resonance
Welch Tuning System™ (WTS) hardware for pure tone and effortless tuning
INDe Ultralight bass drum spurs with memory locks
Evans EQ4/UV1 reso heads
Matte lacquer finish (custom finishes unavailable)
Made in the USA
 
 
OPTIONAL ADD-ON HARDWARE (sold separately - see all here):
INDe Bass Drum Tom Mount 
Ultralight tom holder
Available as a single or double mount
KBrakes Universal System Bass Drum Anchors (set of 2)
Features 512 stopping points that dig into the carpet, locking your drums in place
Lightweight, yet extremely durable
 
*Note: Specs subject to change without notice. // Hardware and cymbals not included. // Add-on hardware sold separately.