WOODBRASS NYX-DT-1500

Essential Information About the Woodbrass NYX DT-1500 Drum Throne

• Stable and reassuring seat: double base tripod and reinforced mounting for playing without wobble, even during energetic strikes
• Long-lasting comfort: wide 32 cm seat, 6.5 cm thick, with firm foam just right for long rehearsals
• Precise adjustment: continuously adjustable height via threaded tube, easy to set according to your posture (low, medium, or high)
• Built to withstand: steel structure, robust base, and maximum load of 150 kg for regular use

Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range

The NYX DT-1500 embodies Woodbrass's "ready to play" spirit: a drum throne designed for reliability, without complicated mechanisms. It aims for an excellent stability/comfort ratio, with practical choices (double base, thick seat, secure locking) suited for both rehearsals and stage use.

Who This Drum Throne Is For

This throne is suitable for beginner drummers who want to work on healthy posture, as well as intermediate and advanced players who go through sets and soundchecks. Its height range and floor grip make it relevant for rock, pop, metal, funk, jazz, and percussion setups (practice pad, hybrid kit, etc.).

Features and Innovations

The progressive adjustment via threaded tube allows millimeter-precise height tuning, while the locking screw secures the position. The stop prevents accidental tube ejection, and rubber feet enhance grip on smooth floors, maintaining steady footwork (bass drum, hi-hat) without compensation.

Sound Impact

A throne doesn't add "sound," but it directly influences your precision: a stable seat helps control pelvis/back balance, stabilize tempo, and increase endurance. The DT-1500 promotes a relaxed posture, useful for consistent dynamics and foot technique control (heel-up/heel-down).

Technical Specifications

Structure and Stability

• Double base tripod
• 48 cm between each leg end, 28.5 cm radius
• Wide non-slip rubber feet
• Reinforced aluminum cast base, 4-point bolted mounting

Height Adjustment

• Height adjustable from 46.5 to 61 cm
• Threaded tube for progressive height adjustment
• Stop preventing the threaded tube from sliding out
• Locking screw at desired height

Dimensions

• Main tube diameter: 28.6 mm
• Threaded tube diameter: 22.5 mm
• Seat diameter: 32 cm
• Thickness: 6.5 cm

Seat and Comfort

• 120 kg/m3 density foam: good balance between comfort and firmness

Load and Weight

• Maximum supported weight: 150 kg
• Weight: 4.9 kg