DW Drum Workshop DWSP101L TWO-WAY BASS DRUM BEATER WITH LONGER 7.5-INCH ROD
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- Two Playing Sensations thanks to a felt side and a plastic side, allowing you to adapt the attack to the style.
- Integrated Counterweight to stabilize the movement and promote a more consistent strike.
- Versatile : ideal for switching from a round sound to a sharper kick with a simple flip.
- Long 7.5-inch Shaft for precise adjustment of distance and striking angle.
Manufacturer Information
DW Drum Workshop
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info@DWDrums.com
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
The double-sided beater is a classic in drum hardware: it meets drummers' needs to quickly vary the character of the kick without changing settings or equipment. This "felt/plastic" format remains a reliable choice, both in rehearsal and in concert.
Who This Drum/Instrument Is For
This beater is aimed at beginner to advanced drummers who want a simple and effective solution to cover multiple aesthetics. The felt side is perfect for rock, blues, jazz, and pop for a softer low end, while the plastic side helps cut through denser styles (metal, punk, funk) with more presence.
Features and Innovations
The two-sided principle allows alternating between warmth and attack depending on the drumhead, patch, and mix. The counterweight improves the feel underfoot by adding inertia, which can help gain consistency on doubles and fast rolls.
Sound Characteristics
The felt side favors a softer impact, with a fuller low end and a less pronounced attack, ideal for a natural acoustic sound. The plastic side emphasizes snap and definition, useful for cutting through the mix and enhancing clarity, especially with a tight drumhead or patch.
Technical specifications
| Sides | felt and plastic | Shaft length | 7.5 inches |
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Questions frequently asked
What is the length of the rod on this bass drum beater?
The rod measures 7.5 inches, approximately 19 cm as indicated in the title.
What kind of sound does the felt side produce?
The felt side delivers a soft impact, with a fuller low end and a less pronounced attack. It is suited for natural acoustic tones in rock, blues, jazz, or pop.
Is the plastic side suitable for metal?
Thanks to its sharper and more defined attack, the plastic side helps the bass drum cut through a dense mix. This setup is recommended for metal, punk, and funk, especially with a tightened drumhead or a patch.
Can the sound character be quickly changed with this beater?
The two sides, felt and plastic, allow switching between warmth and attack without adjusting the pedal settings.
What is the purpose of the counterweight on the DW Drum Workshop Felt / Plastic Beater - 19CM Rod?
The counterweight adds inertia underfoot. This design can promote a more consistent stroke during double strokes and fast rolls.
