Collector's Series® | Drum Workshop Inc.
WEBBuild the drums of your dreams. Each custom Collector’s Series kit begins with a dream. DW shapes that dream into an instrument with the finest materials, legendary craftsmanship, and hand-applied finishes. The result is …
Maple vs. Birch Drums: What's the difference? – DW Drums
WEBMaple shells naturally have long and slow sustain ratios causing a warm and resonant tone throughout the drum. The addition of reinforcing hoops to maple shells provide strength, definition, and focus the overall sound. All reinforcing rings vary in size depending on the drum's dimension.
DW Drums | Drum Workshop Inc.
WEBFounded in 1972 by Don Lombardi, Drum Workshop (DW) has earned a reputation as the most respected custom drum company in the world. DW’s innovative advancements in the tonal qualities of wood led by the unwavering creativity of John Good has revolutionized the craft of custom drums.
DW Drums – DW Drums - Drum Workshop
WEBHow do I care for drums with a FinishPly™? Who makes DW drumheads? Maple vs. Birch Drums: What's the difference? Can I buy Add-On drums? Does DW offer drum refinishing? What is the DW Drums Warranty? How do I adjust my DW pedal? How do I adjust my DW hi-hat? How do I clean my DW drum hardware?
How do I tune my drums? – DW Drums
WEBWatch John Good's Tuning Demonstration here for information on tuning DW Drums: At DW, we tune the batter heads to a slightly higher pitch than the resonant. We recommend using single ply heads to achieve the maximum resonance.
Who makes DW drumheads? – DW Drums
WEBDW drumheads are a special design made exclusively for DW by Remo. They have pressed counter-hoops and a sharp angle around the bearing edge. This combination of factors allows the head to sit better on the bearing edge and …
Can I buy Add-On drums? – DW Drums
WEBTo produce an add-on, we need to know the note value and the sizes of all your drums. With this information, we can TimbreMatch™ your new drum to fit tonally with your existing set. If the finish is a lacquer or satin oil, we will have you send in …
How do I care for drums with a Satin Oil finish? – DW Drums
WEBA light dusting will generally do in most cases for DW Satin Oil finishes. For a more thorough cleaning, use a damp (not wet) rag and dry the shell immediately after. You may find it easier to clean the shell by removing the lugs and hardware.
Wood Snare Drums | Drum Workshop Inc.
WEBWood Snare Drums. Classic wood tone for your backbeat. Snares are a vital part of your sound and tone woods are crucial to DW’s legacy. Explore beloved woods like Maple or Oak for warmth and punch in a DW snare.
How should I store my drums? – DW Drums
WEBIt is very important to protect your drums from damage and temperature extremes with proper storage. It is recommended that cases or soft bags be used when transporting and storing drums. If your drums are set up for an extended period of time, keep them covered.