DW DWSM2229 Cymbal Tilter Rods with Ribbed Sleeve and Felts, 2-Pack
The DWSM2229 is a pair of cymbal tilter rods whose ribbed sleeve protects the centre hole and holds the bottom cymbal felt in place. It is the part that decides how long your cymbal holes last, and it costs a fraction of what it protects.
What sets it apart
- Ribbed sleeve that keeps the hole off the metal of the rod
- The bottom felt stays put, held by the sleeve
- Two rods per pack, with their felts
- Top felt and washer attached to the wing nut
- Fewer small parts to hunt for on the floor
A cymbal hole wears from the bottom
A cymbal rocks with every stroke, and its centre hole rubs against the rod. Without protection, metal eats metal: the hole goes oval, the cymbal develops play, then a crack starts from the centre. The sleeve sits in between and takes that friction instead of the hole.
It is the cheapest part of the setup and the only one protecting the most expensive part. The math is quick.
Why the ribs make teardown easier
The bottom felt is the part that pops off and gets lost: it slides down the rod as soon as you lift the cymbal, drops into the rug, and vanishes. The ribs on the sleeve hold it in place.
Fewer loose parts means less to search for under a badly lit stage at the end of a gig — and it also keeps you from playing the next day with a cymbal sitting right on the metal.
Specifications
| Contents | Two rods with sleeve and felts |
|---|---|
| Role of the sleeve | Protect the cymbal hole and hold the bottom felt |
| Finish | Black |
What it is for
- A set of stands whose sleeves are chewed or split
- Protecting a new or valuable cymbal
- Replacing a split or chewed sleeve
- Spare parts for the tour case
- Yearly maintenance of a studio kit
Compare with other manufacturers
Sleeves and protective rods from other stand manufacturers:
| Manufacturer | Comparable model | What differs |
|---|---|---|
| Tama | Cymbal rod sleeve | Smooth sleeve, does not hold the bottom felt |
| Pearl | Replacement cymbal rod | Sold individually rather than as a pair |
| Gibraltar | Universal sleeve | Designed to fit several rod diameters |
| Yamaha | Sleeve for its cymbal stands | Sized for its own rods |
Frequently asked questions
- Can I play without a cymbal sleeve?
- Technically yes, and that is how holes go oval. The sleeve is what prevents direct contact between the hole and the rod.
- Are the cymbal felts included?
- Yes, the pack comes with its felts. They are still wear parts worth keeping an eye on.
- Will this fit a stand from another brand?
- The manufacturer does not name any series for this pack. So the rod diameter decides: compare it with the one on your current stand before ordering.
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