Detail 01
1/2 in. tube diameter
The standard DW hardware size. It drops into DW clamps and boom receivers without shims or adapters.
Product detailSKU #1274115037776
DWSM912S Cymbal Short Boom Arm 1/2" x 9"
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A short 9-inch cymbal boom arm on 1/2-inch tubing. For drummers adding a tight, close-in cymbal position to an existing DW stand or rack.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Tucking a splash or stack between crashes on a crowded kit
- Adding a cymbal to a rack without another full stand
- Small stages where a long boom would hit other players
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Reaching across the kit — 9 inches gives little horizontal travel
- Anyone without a 1/2-inch clamp or stand to mount it on
- Heavy 20-inch-plus rides hung far out from the post
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
9 in. length
Short throw. The cymbal sits close to the vertical post, so the arm stays stable and out of your stick path.
Detail 03
Boom arm, not a stand
It is the horizontal section only. It has to attach to a stand, rack tube, or multi-clamp you already own.
Detail 04
Angled boom design
Lets you tilt a cymbal into a gap rather than only raising it straight up on a post.
Detail 05
Sold singly
One arm, one cymbal. Multi-cymbal setups need one of these per position.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No clamp included — check you have a receiver that takes 1/2-inch tubing
- 02No cymbal felts, sleeve, or wing nut assumed; confirm what your tilter carries
- 03Measure your gap first — 9 inches is shorter than most stock booms
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit my DW hi-hat or snare stand?
It fits hardware built for 1/2-inch tubing, which is DW's standard boom size. Measure the receiver on your stand or clamp before ordering.
02Can I mount a ride cymbal on it?
It is designed for close-in placement. A large, heavy ride hung at full extension puts more leverage on the arm than a short boom is meant for.
03Does it come with a clamp to attach to a rack?
No. This is the arm itself. You need a multi-clamp or a stand with a 1/2-inch boom receiver to hold it.
04How much does 9 inches actually move a cymbal?
Under a foot of reach from the post, less once angled. It is for fine positioning in tight spots, not for spanning the kit.
