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5000 Series: Rugged Stands with Tremendous Value





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The DW 5500TD is a double-braced 2-leg hi-hat stand with DW's heavy-duty tubing. Packed with DW's integrated memory locks, easy-swiveling legs, a locking clutch, and professional lateral cymbal seat adjustment, the DW 5500TD is a fantastic addition to any kit. Plus, it features DW's patented folding spring-release footboard, which Sweetwater drummers greatly appreciate for its enhanced mechanical reliability. This design releases all tension on the spring and compactly locks the footboard in place for transport. You just can't go wrong with the DW 5500TD.





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Spring-release footboard for mechanical reliability





Among the 5500TD's top features, the patented design of the spring-release footboard lets the assembly simply fold and slide upwards in the slotted casting. It releases all tension on the spring, ensuring mechanical reliability night after night. The footboard also compactly locks into place, easing transport.





Lateral cymbal seat adjustment





The DW 5500TD's lateral seat adjustment employs a specially made nylon insert wingnut, so you can easily adjust the angle of the bottom cymbal ? even while playing.





5000 series: proven designs, great value





The 5000 series of hardware puts DW's rugged hardware designs and innovative features into more affordable stands ? ideal for the working drummer with professional needs. The 5500TD features such much-appreciated components as integrated memory locks on all tube joints, a locking clutch, and swiveling legs for easy positioning of bass drum pedals and other stands around the hi-hat.





The DW tradition





For more than half a century, DW has finely crafted drums and quality hardware to meet the highest standards of performance, and the company continues to innovate and inspire year after year. Signature models, revolutionary patents, and the perfect balance of sound and style have kept drummers of all stripes coming back to DW for the ultimate in modern drumming. From the company's humble beginnings in Santa Monica, California, back in 1972, to its current and internationally revered status as a boutique drum builder, DW remains one of the top contenders in today’s drumming world. Sweetwater is proud to celebrate the company's incredible legacy!





DW 5500TD Double-braced 2-leg Hi-hat Stand Features:


Heavy-duty double-braced 2-leg hi-hat stand


Lateral cymbal seat adjustment lets you adjust the bottom cymbal angle even while playing


Spring-release footboard offers enhanced mechanical reliability


Integrated memory locks for consistent height


Swiveling Legs offer flexible placement options


Steady and sturdy locking clutch