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DW Drums are renowned for a reason: the sound. Drum Workshop, commonly known as DW, is a globally recognized drum manufacturing company. It was founded by Don Lombardi, a 26-year-old drummer, in his studio in Santa Monica, CA. Initially offering lessons, Don named his studio the Drum Workshop and eventually expanded to selling books, drum sets, and drum sticks. At the age of 17, John Good, a student, joined Don to assist with product sales.
Together, John and Don constantly brainstormed ways to improve the sound of their drum equipment. They discovered a shared passion and Don created an adjustable trap case seat, which became DW Drums’ first product. Although it achieved only moderate success, it paved the way for further advancements in drumming products.
In 1977, Tom Beckman, the owner of Camco Drum Company and also Don’s student’s father, expressed his interest in selling his business. Don, with financial assistance from external investors and his parents, acquired the machinery, tools, and molds. DW began producing and rebranding Camco’s 5000 bass drum pedal under the new Drum Workshop name.
DW continued to innovate and in 1980, they patented the chain and sprocket bass drum pedal drive system, becoming an industry standard. They introduced the 5000CX, their first chain and sprocket model, followed by the addition of the stabilizing footboard known as the 5000T Turbo. They also developed the 5000A Accelerator, which featured an offset sprocket for faster action. During the 1980s, DW became a leader in the production of double bass Double Bass Bow - For those interested in playing the double bass, also known as the string bass, there are essential factors to consider before purchasing a bass bow. A bass bow is the instrument used to play the double bass, or the French bass. Before delving into the details of buying a bass bow, it is crucial to… pedals.
John Good played a crucial role in DW’s success as a drum technician, experimenting with drum sounds and acoustics. Meanwhile, Don focused on hardware and pedals. Initially, they were producing only a few custom drum sets per month. However, as their reputation grew and they gained professional endorsements, the demand for their custom sets exceeded their production capacity.
Today, Drum Workshop is a global leader in manufacturing custom drum sets. They offer a wide range of shell materials, including brass, maple, copper, and aluminum. Additionally, they provide an exquisite selection of lacquered finishes. DW Drum Sets are unique, and once you hear them, you will understand why they stand out.
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