If you're searching for a drum kit to buy and you run across the terms 'DW drum,' or 'Drum Workshop drums,' you're looking at drums made by one of the leading brands in the world of high-end drumming equipment. DW drums are so well-known in part because they have been around for a long time. Founded in the early 1970s, the company began by producing an innovative product for the era, a height-adjustable trap-case seat.

The company prides itself to this day on continued innovation. They introduced a double bass pedal in the 1980s that allowed single bass drum players to use both feet to create new rhythms and achieve greater speed. Combining innovation with a reputation for the highest quality in construction and detail helped the company become a leading manufacturer of custom drum sets.

Another reason DW drums are so well-known is that a very long list of highly successful drummers endorse and/or use their products. This list of musicians covers the musical spectrum, from studio drummers to Tommy Lee of Motley Crue to Adrian Young, the drummer for punk-ska band No Doubt. The list could go on--there are literally hundreds of professional musicians who use DW products.

The company also sells products under the brand name Pacific Drums and Percussion (PDP). These drums are not as customizable as the drums sold under the DW brand, but they are more affordable. They are designed for the entry-level and semi-professional market. Junior drum sets are available that allow even young students to get a solid technical foundation through their first drum set. Used sets are also available for those who are on a tight budget or are just starting out.