New Introductions from DW and PDP Drums

Anaheim, CA (January 22, 2025) – Drum Workshop, Inc. (DW) and Pacific Drums and Percussion (PDP) are thrilled to introduce their latest offerings at the 2025 NAMM Show in Anaheim, California. At the NAMM Show, DW and PDP (as well as Latin Percussion (LP)) can be visited with Roland at Room 202, Level 2.

First, DW salutes “The Queen of Percussion” with the Sheila E. Collector’s Series® ICON™ Snare Drum.
A groundbreaking and GRAMMY-winning percussionist, Sheila “Sheila E.” Escovedo rocketed to fame through collaborations with Prince and her solo catalog, starting with her seminal 1984 album, The Glamorous Life.

Sheila’s Icon 5.5x13” drum is built with a handcrafted 12-ply HVLT™ North American Hard Rock Maple shell, finished with an outer veneer of Birdseye Maple. The striking exterior is decorated with Sheila’s name written backwards in gold leaf in her original signature style. Also inlaid are a flutter of laser-cut butterflies crafted from dyed Basswood (blue, red, and purple), Pearwood (black), and Poplar (orange). The snare produces slightly higher tonality with a classic punchy and warm character.This limited-edition drum is fitted with premium gold and patented DW hardware, including the MAG throw-off™, True-Pitch®, TP50 tuning rods, True Hoops®, and more. Only 250 units of this incredible snare will be made, each with a deluxe DW carrying case and a certificate of authenticity signed by John Good. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of each snare will be donated to the charity nominated by Sheila.

Next, DW also introduces new finishes for the DWe Acoustic-Electronic Wireless Kit.

DWe is the first-of-its-kind wireless, convertible acoustic-electronic drum set introduced by Drum Workshop, Inc. (DW) in 2023. In 2025, DWe will have a wider choice of shell finishes with the release of Diamond Nebula, Laser Blue Metallic, and Limited-Edition Exotic Santos Rosewood.

Diamond Nebula

DWe’s fully convertible, handcrafted drums are built using the finest 100% American Maple 333 shells DW’s factory in California, U.S.A. DWe offers an authentic playing experience that seamlessly blends acoustic and electronic drum elements to support the diverse needs of modern drummers.

The new DWe colors for 2025 are available from the 4^th February:

A new Diamond Nebula FinishPly™ wrap reflects a glowing rainbow of interstellar colors. The rich, luminescent finish really pops under the stage lights of any musical setting.

Laser Blue Metallic

The polished Laser Blue Metallic lacquer finish has an eye-catching, icy fluorescence, which dazzles when overhead lighting bounces off its shiny surface.

Finally, the stunning Hard Satin Natural finish of the Limited-Edition Exotic Santos Rosewood offers a striking natural wood grain that is streaked with reds and browns, Available in 5- and 7-piece complete bundles, only 40 of these kits will be produced.

Limited-Edition Exotic Santos Rosewood

To find out more about the DWe kits please go to https://www.dwdrums.com/dwe/

Moreover, PDP is pleased to showcase at NAMM 2025 the PDP Mainstage Drum Kit. A five-piece drum kit with a three pack of Paiste 101 cymbals and a PDP complete hardware pack.

The PDP Mainstage drum kit consists of the following poplar hardwood shells: 7 x 10” and 8 x 12” toms with direct-to-shell tom mounts, 14 x 16” floor tom, a 16 x 22” bass drum, and a 6.5 x 14” snare. The drums are fitted with True-Pitch® tuning rods and Remo drum heads and there is a choice of four finishes: Black Sparkle (seen below), Twisted Blue Steel, Pale Rose Sparkle, and Twisted Graphite.

Built to be extraordinary, each drum has been crafted for maximum impact and is capable of delivering thunderous attack, versatile tones, and explosive sustain.
A three pack of Paiste 101 cymbals completes the sonic palette of the PDP Mainstage drum kit. Included in the pack are 14” hi-hats, 16” crash and a 20” ride, medium weight, MS63 brass cymbals. Their powerful sound can cut through any mix, making them perfect for a range of musical styles.

The PDP complete hardware pack ensures the drummer is immediately set up for any playing situation. The pack provides double-braced stands; cymbal boom, cymbal straight, snare and hi-hat, a single bass drum pedal, throne, and sticks.
The PDP Mainstage Drum Kit is the perfect way to embark on a drumming odyssey. It is the ultimate weapon for both successful practice sessions and live performances. It shatters expectations and allows drummers to dominate the rhythm, launching themselves into full-throttle beatmaking.

To find out more about the PDP Mainstage Drum Kit and all the other PDP drums and accessories, visit http://www.pacificdrums.com/ or look for #TeamPacficDrums on social channels.

Finally, PDP is also delighted to showcase at NAMM 2025 the new piccolo PDP Kraken Snare Drum. It is a beast of a drum, built to deliver a thunderous assault with maximum volume and projection and designed to add crack to the backbeat.

The new 3.5 x 13” PDP Kraken Snare Drum has been created from 1mm rolled chrome-over-steel to deliver piecing, razor-sharp attacks that can cut through a mix like a sonic dagger. The 1.5mm triple-flange hoops ensure any rimshots hit with lethal precision, the Sleek and Compact Side Lever Throw Off provides lightning-fast snare engagement and DW True-Pitch® tuning rods make it easy to fine-tune the drum’s tone. Remo drum heads are included.

This drum is crafted to dominate, whether tearing through EDM, crushing samples, or obliterating metal and punk. Unleash the fury of The Kraken Snare Drum from PDP into any drum kit; let chaos reign!
To find out more about The Kraken Snare Drum and all the other PDP drums and accessories, visit http://www.pacificdrums.com/ or look for #TeamPacficDrums on social channels.