DW Drum Workshop BASS DRUM DESIGN ACRYLIQUE CLEAR

Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range

Acrylic drum kits became popular in the 1970s thanks to their transparent aesthetics and their ability to project clearly in live situations. With this DW configuration, the idea is to recapture that visual impact and crisp response while benefiting from modern hardware and tight manufacturing tolerances. The result fits clearly into a high-end stage-oriented positioning, designed for gigs, filmed sessions, and contexts where the sound needs to "cut through" effortlessly.

Who This Kit Is For

This DW 22x18 acrylic kit targets intermediate to expert drummers seeking a responsive, precise, and punchy kit with a natural presence on the microphone. It excels in rock, pop, funk, and electro aesthetics where articulation must remain very clear, even in dense mixes. On stage, its projection helps maintain body and attack without overplaying.

Features and Innovations

The signature of this kit lies in the acrylic shells, known for their instant response, and a design focused on tuning stability. The STM suspension limits the transmission of unwanted vibrations to the hardware, helping the toms breathe and maintain a clean sustain. The True Pitch tension rods facilitate fine tuning, particularly useful for precisely matching pitch between toms. The tom dimensions follow the F.A.S.T. (Fast Accurate Sized Tom) format, promoting coherent tuning intervals and natural note placement within the set. On the snare side, the MAG trigger provides smooth action and discreet magnetic locking, designed for reliability during play.

Sound

Acrylic delivers a sharp attack, a very defined pitch, and an immediate projection sensation, ideal for amplified environments. The 22x18 bass drum emphasizes deep lows and a clean punch, with a quick response that helps "place" the kick in the mix. The toms, supported by the STM suspension, maintain controlled note length and excellent clarity, facilitating microphone work and mixing. The sound is modern, precise, and easily shaped, suitable for both live and recording contexts.

Technical specifications

Material	transparent acrylic	Tension rods	True Pitch for precise and stable tuning
Tom dimensions	F.A.S.T. (Fast Accurate Sized Tom) format	Tom suspension	STM system on silent blocks (without through-tom arms)
Bass drum	22x18	Snare trigger	MAG system with magnetic locking
Hardware	chrome finish	Included heads	DW Remo USA, selected for acrylic shells