DW Collectors 2003 - Yellow Lacquer

Rare DW Black Badge 9-piece birch shell pack, originally owned by Gary Husband. Factory-matched #581771, built March 2003, finished in high-gloss yellow lacquer. Includes exclusive 20¼” custom gong drum. British fusion/Prog Rock heritage.

A Piece of British Fusion & Progressive Rock HistoryADC Drums is proud to present a truly exceptional, collector-grade instrument package with a stellar British artist pedigree.This premium 9-piece DW “Black Badge” All-Birch Master Shell Pack was custom-ordered and built for legendary UK multi-instrumentalist and virtuoso Gary Husband.Constructed right at the peak of DW’s beloved Black Badge “Pre-Collector’s” era, this kit is highly indicative of the massive, hyper-expressive setups Gary utilized for arena tours with pop-funk giants Level 42 and his razor-sharp, intricate fusion work with guitar pioneer Allan Holdsworth in the early 2000s. Definitive Authentication & ProvenanceUnlike pieced-together kits, this is a strictly factory-born, single-order master kit. Every single shell across all 9 pieces features the exact same hand-stamped internal DW factory order/serial number: 581771.Alongside the shared order number, the shells are stamped with a matching production date of March 21, 2003, providing definitive, flawless documentation of its history and build origin. **Historic Live Footage**This very kit was played onstage by Gary Husband, including the famous *Live in London, 2003* concert alongside Allan Holdsworth 

Sonic Power of 100% Birch ShellsWhile most custom DW kits of this specific era were maple, this kit was specifically ordered in premium North American Birch (authenticated by the DW Birch series specifications). The natural characteristics of Birch—offering pristine note separation, a punchy high-frequency attack, and a rapid, controlled decay—provided the exact sonic clarity needed to cleanly articulate Gary’s lightning-fast linear fills over dense electric fusion and wall-of-sound guitar tones. [1]The drums are finished in a vibrant, eye-catching factory High-Gloss Yellow Lacquer that lets the shells resonate perfectly. All rack toms feature genuine DW chrome Suspension Tom Mounts (STM) to ensure maximum sustain and complete shell isolation. Complete 9-Piece Shell Configuration

• • 10″ x 8″ Isolated Rack Tom (Order #581771)
  • 12″ x 8″ Isolated Rack Tom (Order #581771)
  • 13″ x 9″ Isolated Rack Tom (Order #581771) Note: Fitted with a Birch & Maple badge, shell is 100% Birch.
  • 14″ x 10″ Isolated Rack Tom (Order #581771)
  • 14″ x 4.5″ Custom Snare Drum (Order #581771) – Ultra-sensitive, crisp snap with incredible cutting power.
  • 14″ x 14″ Floor Tom (Order #581771)
  • 16″ x 16″ Floor Tom (Order #581771)
  • 22″ x 18″ Bass Drum (Order #581771) Bass Drum Batter hoop has some rash from pedal contact, both sides of the hoop.
  • 20¾” x 16″ Custom DW Gong Drum (Order #581771): The absolute crown jewel of the shell pack. Built with a 20″ birch shell and a factory ¾” extension lip to accept an oversized, tympani-style head, delivering thunderous, sub-bass orchestral punch.
  • Included Heavy-Duty DW Hardware Pack:
  • • 2 x Genuine DW Heavy-Duty Double Tom Stands (for the 10″, 12″, 13″, and 14″ Isolated Rack Toms)
    • 2 x Genuine DW Custom Gong Drum Stand (specifically designed to securely mount the 20¾” x 16″ Gong drum

 Condition Notes for Collectors & Buyers

• • Exterior: The stunning factory high-gloss Yellow Lacquer is in beautiful condition, presenting a massive visual impact under stage lighting. The exterior chrome lugs and STM mounts are clean, bright, and functionally perfect. There are some minor knocks to the toms and floor toms. 
  • Interior Hardware: In the interest of full transparency and preserving the raw, untouched birch interior wood, the internal lug screws and washers show typical crusty corrosion/oxidation consistent with a kit of this age that has toured and been safely stored. They remain 100% structurally solid, hold tuning tension perfectly, and do not impact the incredible acoustic performance of the shells. The kit is sold completely as-is, leaving any desired internal screw detailing to the next owner’s discretion.

 Worldwide Shipping & Collection LogisticsGiven the immense scale, component weight, and historic significance of this 9-piece kit, local collection from our Liverpool shop is highly encouraged.We are fully equipped to ship worldwide and welcome international enquiries. We can coordinate secure, fully insured freight shipping or work alongside specialized musical instrument couriers at the buyer’s expense. Please contact the shop directly for an accurate freight shipping quote.