- High-quality construction
- Adjustable features
- Smooth and responsive
- Sturdy and durable
- High price point
- Very heavy
- Limited to single pedal
- Higher price point
- Floating Rotor design
- Infinitely Adjustable Cam
- Tri-Pivot Toe Clamp System
- Non-Slip Rubber Grip Base
- EZ Adjust Cam
- Accelerator to Turbo sprockets
- Spring assembly inside fork
DW 9000 Single Kick Pedal: Overview
This superb single bass drum pedal is a favorite among many players. It is made from aircraft-grade aluminum with a chain or nylon drive. The EZ Infinite adjustable cam, a double chain, and floating swivel spring make for a comfortable and durable pedal. The beater is a mix of plastic and felt.
I currently use the both the single and double-kick variant of the DW9000 and have to say it’s the best double kick pedal I’ve ever owned. 9000 Series hardware, including the kick pedal, is expensive. But DW uses very high-quality components and its made of a lot of material. The hardware is heavy and robust.
DW 9000 Single Kick Pedal
DW 9000 Single Kick Pedal. Features Floating Rotor and Infinitely Adjustable Cam. Tri-Pivot Toe Clamp System for stability. Non-Slip Rubber Grip Base Plate. EZ Adjust Cam for quick sprocket changes. Durable construction. Compatible with various kick drums.
6 comments
Frits
I miss the tama iron Cobra pedals in this overview. Why? I think the Iron Cobra pedals belong in this overview.
BoomBoom
Dude you totally left out Tama Iron Cobra pedals? They are one of the strongest pedals out there!
Seven Watson
I agree that the best bass drum, pedal that I have ever had the opportunity to play are without a doubt, hands down DW 9000. The worse bass drum pedal I have ever spent money on in my life are the p360 made by pearl they are by far the worse bass pedal in the world. They have no punch and I wouldn’t give a flying fuck if you were Neal Pert, may he rest in peace…there is no way to really dial those pedals in. I hate these pedals with a passion and I wish that I could get my money back. I am so mad at myself for being taking in by there look. They suck dick. Don’t spend your money on these pedals I have aforementioned.
Ed Z
I agree with previous posts. What about the Ludwig Speed King? I figured that I HAD to try other other pedals because…well, I have playing for 40 years and was lead to believe somebody made a new pedal better, faster, stronger. Guess what happened? I find myself always coming back to the Speed King! Maybe because it is what I know. But what you have that, “…this doesn’t feel right” thought process going on in your head as you play, the Speed King has NEVER let me down.
Keith Meyer
Although there are a lot of pedals out there to suit all tastes and stiles, personally I think there’s nothing to beat the Ludwig Speed King. I have used it all my career and still do, it is uncomplicated & well made with a very good response for all types of playing. Springs that compress on both sides I feel is much smoother, also the price is more than reasonable for most people.
Bill Matthews
Liked your review. I have a DW 2000 double pedal that came with my set (though I only use it as a single), and it seems like a reliable pedal. I’m looking at replacing it with a better pedal. I was wondering what your take is on the Ludwig Speed King? I’m just getting back into drumming after a 35+ year absence. When I played and taught before, I always used the Speed King. It was the only pedal that allowed me to do continuous sixteenths (I used to do “Wipeout” with my foot). Of course, being in my 60’s and not playing for 35+ years, I’m nowhere near as “fleet of foot.”
Thank you so much in advance for your response.
Bill Matthews