Yamaha HW-3 Advanced Lightweight Hardware Pack

Travel light and play hard — that’s the promise behind Yamaha’s Crosstown series, and the HW-3 Advanced Lightweight Hardware Pack delivers it in full. Designed for drummers who want dependable, professional hardware without the weight, this all-aluminium pack gives you a complete gig-ready setup that’s fast to carry, fast to deploy, and rock-solid under the sticks. Whether you’re heading into rehearsals, weeknight bar shows, or back-to-back festival slots, the HW-3 keeps your hardware load featherlight while still offering the stability Yamaha hardware is famous for.

Built from high-grade aluminium, each stand in the HW-3 pack is 25%–34% lighter than comparable steel hardware — a massive difference when you’re hauling gear. The satin-anodised finish resists fingerprints, scuffs, corrosion, and oxidation, meaning your rig stays clean and professional, no matter how many gigs you play. Better still, Yamaha keeps everything compatible through their System Hardware design, giving you full interchangeability across Yamaha stands and parts.

Yamaha didn’t cut corners on stability either. The HW-3 stands feature compact channel-lock legs and wide rubber feet that absorb vibration and prevent movement on any surface. The CS-3 cymbal stands include an offset micro-gear tilter for precise cymbal positioning, while the SS-3 and HHS-3 retain the feel, response, and adjustability working drummers expect. This is lightweight hardware engineered not as a compromise, but as a performance upgrade.

What’s Included

• 2 × CS-3 Cymbal Stands
• 1 × SS-3 Snare Stand
• 1 × HHS-3 Hi-Hat Stand

Yamaha HW-3 Advanced Lightweight Hardware Pack Features

• Durable aluminium construction significantly reduces weight while maintaining pro-level stability
• 25%–34% lighter than comparable hardware — ideal for frequent gigging, travel, and setups on the go
• Satin anodised finish resists fingerprints, scuffs, and oxidation, keeping hardware clean and sharp
• Compact channel-lock tripod legs enhance stability and reduce footprint on crowded stages
• Nonslip rubber feet absorb vibrations and prevent stand movement under hard playing
• CS-3 cymbal stands feature offset micro-gear tilters for precise cymbal angle control
• Standard tubing design compatible with Yamaha System Hardware for easy mix-and-match setups
• Snare and hi-hat stands designed to feel familiar and responsive despite lightweight construction

Verdict

The Yamaha HW-3 Advanced Lightweight Hardware Pack is a game-changer for drummers who value portability without sacrificing stability. It’s strong where it needs to be, light where it counts, and built to stay clean and functional for years of shows and rehearsals. If you’re tired of hauling heavy steel stands but refuse to compromise on performance, the HW-3 is the upgrade that earns its place in every gig bag.

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