DW 6000 Flat-Base Snare Stand
The DW 6300 is a snare stand with a flat aluminum base. Its three legs spread out right at floor level instead of rising like a tripod's, so they can slide under a pedal, a throne or a neighbouring stand that is already in place.
What sets it apart
- Flat aluminum base, very low profile
- Legs that pass under other stands instead of running into them
- Recessed-lock wing bolt for the basket angle
- Hinged memory locks at the tube joints
- Aluminum: less weight to carry than a steel tripod
- A deliberate retro look, in the spirit of flat-base hardware
Floor space is scarce
On a full kit, the floor in front of the drummer is fought over by the bass drum pedal, the hi-hat stand, the throne and at least one cymbal stand. A standard tripod arrives with three raised legs that land high: they cross and get in each other's way.
A flat base goes underneath. The legs sit right on the floor and slide under neighbouring stands, which allows a tight placement a tripod rules out. It is a geometric advantage, not a matter of style.
The recessed bolt and the drummer's clothes
A wing bolt sticking out at knee height catches pants, stage skirts and cables. It also loosens on its own when it gets bumped, and the basket angle shifts at the worst moment.
The recessed lock sets the bolt head in a pocket. Nothing sticks out where the drummer's body passes, and the angle you found stays the one you chose.
Locks that close around the tube
The memory locks here are hinged: they open, close around the tube and tighten. You fit them after finding the right height, without taking the column apart to slide them on.
The next time you set up, the tube drops down to the lock and stops. The snare height is back before you even tighten anything, which matters when you are setting up in a hurry.
Specifications
| Base type | Flat, aluminum, low profile |
|---|---|
| Angle lock | Wing bolt in a recessed pocket |
| Height memory | Hinged locks at the joints |
| Main material | Aluminum |
| Family | 6000, retro style |
What it is for
- A tight kit where stands compete for floor space
- A deliberately retro setup
- Drummers who want lighter hardware without moving to Ultralight
- A snare placed very close to the hi-hat
- A small stage or pit where the footprint counts
Compare with other manufacturers
Several manufacturers offer a flat base. Their versions:
| Manufacturer | Comparable solution | What changes |
|---|---|---|
| Tama | — | — |
| Ludwig | — | — |
| Tama | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
- Is a flat base stable?
- On a level floor, yes: the weight is spread over three widely spaced contact points. On a very uneven floor, a tripod is easier to adjust.
- What is the difference from the Ultralight version?
- The Ultralight version keeps the flat base but cuts weight further, with thinner tubes and a spring-loaded snare basket.
- Can the memory locks be fitted without taking the stand apart?
- Yes. They are hinged: you open them, place them around the tube and tighten them.
- Does aluminum hold up on tour?
- Aluminum is what the base is made of, and it is built for that kind of use. The thing to watch is storage: a bag protects it from knocks.
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