Product Overview:
DWe introduces the first-ever acoustic and electronic convertible drum set with wireless technology. Blending authentic DW shells with innovative electronics, DWe is DW, Electrified.
DWe can be played as a Pure Maple' acoustic drum set, or as a completely wireless electronic kit. All components come standard to easily convert the kit from acoustic to electronic. Built on a platform of American-made, handcrafted acoustic shells, and a proprietary wireless ecosystem, DWe lets you decide how you want to play given any situation. Be prepared for anything from practicing in your bedroom to playing live on the world's biggest stages, recording in the studio to creating your own content.
DWe introduces a new era of wireless electronic drums. Using a proprietary wireless technology, your drums are ready to play straight out of the box with no wires or cables required. Simply sit down and play to connect your drums to your included wireless DrumLink' hub that connects to your computer or audio interface. Set up and tear down has never been easier.
DWe is designed and manufactured in the DW Drums factory in California. Leveraging five decades of American made craftsmanship and innovation, DWe delivers the same premium quality you expect from Drum Workshop. Every DWe e33' shell is constructed of nine-ply Pure North American Hard Rock Maple in a patented 333' shell configuration.
Outfitted with a true bearing edge on each drum and a mylar resonant head, DWe drums produce a subtle, low volume tone for the player to hear the pitch of the shell when played electronically. And each shell is easily converted to a true acoustic DW drum that delivers everything you expect from DW Drums and more.
Electronic innovation is built into every DWe kit with features including a digiMAG snare throw off, pressure sensing cross stick detection and pitch bend capabilities make DWe the most authentic and natural playing electronic kit you have ever experienced. DWe leverages an innovative wireless trigger solution that enables up to 10 zones and 16 velocities per drum, giving you a truly authentic range of dynamics for your playing. The combination of true DW shells mounted with the STM suspension system and graduated hoops make DWe engineered for expression.
Powered by the included DW Soundworks' software, DWe drums connect to your computer through a low-latency wireless connection via the provided DrumLink USB hub. Enabling up to 30 active instruments at a time, the hub also has the capability to convert wireless signals into MIDI data for DW Soundworks or third-party software integration. Using the included RTAP Audio Processor, DWe is easy to setup and control.
DW Soundworks has been designed by DW to deliver a powerful software solution that puts the drummer in control of their sound. With an intuitive, simple interface and advanced controls for those who want to fine tune every detail, DW Soundworks delivers the most authentic experience whether it is powering DWe or being used as a standalone VST. DWe has been designed to integrate into your workflow seamlessly. Connect DW Soundworks to any DAW, provide multi-channel outputs or hook it up to your favorite module.
With DW Drums samples recorded at the DW factory to the exact specifications of the manufacturer, DWe includes the most authentic representation of DW sounds anywhere. And with the ability to add new sound packs to your library whenever you want, there is no better way to customize your sound. DW Soundworks allows for complete sound customization and creation using the advanced trigger settings and editing capabilities, providing up to 18 layers of multi-articulation definition per instrument.
Every part of the playing experience has been designed with the drummer in mind. From the simplicity of wireless and industry leading hardware, to invisibly embedded technology and user-friendly software, the innovation in DWe is designed to let you focus on your playing. DWe leverages generations of quality standards and expertise from both Drum Workshop and Roland Corporation to deliver best-in-class dependability.
This DWe 5-Piece shell pack is outfitted with a Curly Maple Burst Exotic finish and features 8x10"" and 9x12"" mounted toms, 14x16' floor tom, 16x22' bass drum and 6.5x14' snare drum. This shell pack also includes a license for DW Soundworks, a DrumLink wireless hub, RTAP Audio Processor, both acoustic and electronic drum heads for rapid conversion and much more.
Hardware and cymbals sold separately.
Features:
DWe Drums feature authentic acoustic shells that can be converted from electronic by simply removing the DWe trigger star plates with drum key screws and changing the batter side drum heads from mesh to the included mylar heads.
Innovation is built into the DNA of DWe, delivering a playing experience that makes technology feel invisible.
Proprietary Wireless Technology
DWe features a proprietary wireless protocol called DrumLink which is based on 2.4GHz and is designed exclusively for drums. With its unique ability of only sending small micro packets of data at a time the DrumLink wireless protocol avoids any impact from RF interference.
DWe snare features 5 zones for an expressive playing experience. Additionally, by disengaging the digiMag™ throw-off the snare drum has the ability to switch between 10 sounds - 5 sounds with the throw-off engaged and 5 with the throw-off disengaged.
Play cross-stick naturally with pressure-sensing cross-stick capabilities on your snare drum.
With pressure-sensitive pitch bend on your toms, you can change the pitch of a drum by simply applying pressure to the mesh head.
Dampen the resonance of your toms naturally by using your hand on your mesh heads.
Your DWe kit is compatible with music production software that supports AAX, AU, and VST plug-in formats and functions as a wireless MIDI controller.
Easily connect the DrumLink wireless hub to a any drum module that has a standard MIDI in input to use your drums as a MIDI controller for any module.
All DWe drums are powered by AA batteries (included) with an expected battery life of 1-2 years (depending on frequency of playing).
No wires, no problem.
DWe introduces a new era of wireless electronic drums. Using a proprietary wireless technology, your drums are ready to play straight out of the box with no wires or cables required. Simply sit down and play to connect your drums to your included wireless hub that connects to your computer or audio interface. Set up and tear down has never been easier.
DW Soundworks has been designed by DW to deliver a powerful software solution that puts the drummer in control of their sound. With an intuitive, simple interface and advanced controls for those who want to fine tune every detail, DW Soundworks delivers the most authentic experience whether it is powering DWe or being used as a standalone VST.
Each sound sample was recorded with up to 15 microphones, each individually accessible within DW Soundworks for precise control and customization of your sound.
All drum samples are recorded in high fidelity at 88.2kHz and 24-bit and output at 44.1kHz, 16-bit in DW Soundworks.
| System Requirements | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Quad-Core i5 (PC) | 2019 Intel (Mac) | Quad-Core i7 (PC) | M2 (Mac) |
| OS | Windows 10x | MacOS 11x | Windows 11x | MacOS 13x |
| RAM | 16GB | 32GB |
| HD Storage (SSD) | 512GB | 1TB |
| External HD Connection | USB 2.0 | Thunderbolt 2 | USB 3.0 | Thunderbolt 3 |
| DAW Plug-In Format | AAX | VST2 | VST3 | AU | AAX | VST2 | VST3 | AU |
Total system latency is measured under 8ms, which is comparable to high-end module-based solutions in the market. Latency is heavily dependent on computer performance.
DWe's proprietary wireless transmission via the DrumLink Hub doesn't add any latency to the drum and cymbal triggers and performs at the same speed as a wired cable.
DWe introduces drummers to an entirely new creative canvas designed to inspire unique forms of creative expression and artistry. We have always believed that if you give an artist a new tool, that artist will create like never before.
Combining the versatility of acoustic and electronic drums will enable you, the drummer, to elevate your craft and be the most dynamic, creative player you can be.
Premium sounds, an intuitive playing experience, and the incredible versatility of convertible wireless drums deliver unlimited opportunities to make your sound your own.
By easily converting your drums from acoustic to electronic, and back to acoustic or creating a hybrid kit of acoustic drums mixed with electronic drums you will have access to an expanded toolkit for your playing. DWe allows you to fine tune your sound without compromising feel, playability, sound quality, or stage presence.
