DW Factory Tour 2021

Fresh from Drum Day LA, session great Russ Kunkel and John Good give you a tour of the DW Drum factory including the people, techniques, materials and technology that make it all possible. There’s also a very special drum set featured at the end.
For more info visit www.dwdrums.com

[@christiancea6]

The ending really hits you hard. The picture of Neil looks as if he is still sitting there with a smile of joy behind them drums.

[@impactmusic6009]

When did he die

[@christiancea6]

@@impactmusic6009 January 7th 2020

[@ramencurry6672]

DW drums are like diamonds. They are fine cut jewels fit for kings. When you buy a DW, you know you got a legend

[@briang6040]

Man, that hit me hard bro. My eyes teared up. Wow.

[@davidmcaninch4714]

@@ramencurry6672and if you don’t have the budget for a Collectors kit, they still have options for you. In my case, I have a Design Series kit in Midnight Blue Satin, and I absolutely love it to death!!! As you say, it is my diamond!!!!!!

[@josephgiarraffa6379]

Literally left me in tears What a memorial John made for Neil To have his last kit he made for the professor 🥲🥲🥲

[@ramencurry6672]

I’m gonna buy a DW snare

[@johnnyfiveo]

great tour, thanks for that. the "what a loss" comment at the end, i simply turn around and say "what a gift to have been alive during the same time as neil, and his music lives forever"

[@dwdrums]

Thank you.

[@jefftuttle7890]

I will never forget the first time I heard Neil play. It was like the first time that I heard music. He was the professor and the surgeon with the drums. His playing really influenced and inspired my playing. I will never forget him.

[@ramencurry6672]

When you buy DW, you buy quality. They make drums fit for kings.

[@danp4175]

Amen, brother. What a privilege to have seen him play live.

[@krenwregget7667]

I've never owned a DW kit but it's nice to see high level drums still being made in North America and people making a decent wage and enjoying what they do.

[@dwdrums]

🙏

[@kylowdrums5050]

@@dwdrums your doing great!👍♥️

[@shewmonohoto]

A few years ago, I had the honor of being on a small group tour of the factory, led by John. I can attest to the fact that everyone in that factory loves what they do, down to the people sweeping the floors. Oh, and yes Mr. Good actually does know the name and face of everyone who works there.

[@JanusJanavas]

Decent wage?

[@SquidProQuo2112]

Citizens of St Catherines take note. This is how you do a memorial for Neil.

[@DavesTrumpet]

Wow, what a touching ending with Peart’s kit. Wow! Beautiful!

[@sawyerthereal]

As soon as I saw Neil's kit, my eyes decided to have a water parade. Honored to have lived in the same time as this great human being. You will always be missed Professor. R.I.P.

[@dwdrums]

🙏

[@chrisggoodwin777]

Maybe I'm biased because I'm such a DW fan (and have a lot of my money invested in drums and hardware lol), but it seems like the relationships between ownership, staff, and artists is truly a family environment. I think that was portrayed well at the end with the Professor's kit.

[@russrecka6255]

You can tell he has a good heart and loves his life

[@diegojuarez212]

Most definitely is!

[@Mrbimdrummer]

What an emotional ending seeing Neil's kit and taking a minute to remember his genius and what a wonderful human he was.

[@dwdrums]

Thank you.

[@johnlaukaitis580]

wow the end ...he knows everyones name as well

[@ronnieparfait]

Well half were named Jose’ but oh well.

[@Albytor2112]

Just when I thought no more tears will roll after a year of Neil's death...oh, God.

[@turdhat]

In someway I just attended Neil Peart's memorial service.

[@stevenwest7933]

I’m not crying..I’m not crying. Okay, I’m crying.

[@briang6040]

It got me too.

[@cuznred]

I cried...... I cried when Neil died, then I cried again when I heard Eddie Van Halen died.

[@spindrifttim8901]

Wow. That last minute really hit me. Just sitting there looking at what his family, his friends and us fans have lost. He didn't deserve to go so young. Thanks Neil. x

[@josephmezzina2142]

That made me cry. Thank you Professor!

[@trevorsimms4103]

John is a special guy with a tremendous love for the craft❤️and the professor

[@balr0g6090]

Didn't see that coming, hadn't read the comments. Thanks for the tour, it's wonderful to see how it comes together. And to know you have that kit set up . . . that image will stay with me forever. You know, I always feel like it's the 14 year-old me that reacts strongest to Neil's passing, hard to explain. Thanks again Mr. Good for the tour.

[@johnnyharmon7544]

@dw drums Amazing how much time is put into the making of a set of drums..just as Neil put in the making of his art into your drums.. God bless you all

[@scopchanov]

JG: Then he flips it over and does the other side. RS: Unbelievable! Well, actually it is pretty believable, if you think about it. :)

[@troywinston]

Aside from (still) loving DW Drums, that end part...wow. Just the ever-present evidence that music can move us, and drumming can be such a special art form.

[@dmcubing6342]

It’s because of this video that I decided to buy my first DW kit which I just took delivery a few days ago. Thanks DW!

[@dwdrums]

Awesome! Thanks for the love!

[@JulianFernandez]

José is the mvp

[@mr3n10]

To have the last kit designed, played and owned by the world's greatest drummer on display as a memorial is a testament to Neil, Rush and DWs unselfishness. I pray that I will be able to share Rush's music with my grandchildren and them with theirs. May God Bless the Peart Family, the Rush Organization and DW!!!

[@yidyb2862]

The DW is like the Lamborghini of drums. I love seeing the DW brand on my drums. Always gives me a awesome feeling whenever I play!

[@davidmcaninch4714]

I play the Design Series kit, and I gotta agree.

[@jghillstudio1857]

Really enjoyed the tour. I purchased my first set of DW drums in 1994. They where satin oil finish with gold hardware. 22, 10, 12, 14, 16. Purchased the matching snare that was a Craviotto series. The very best drum kit ever...Thank you John for all your hard work and making my life so much better...

[@dwdrums]

🙏

[@jcnr371]

So proud to see all those gifted hands creating wonderful pieces of art.

[@mixingdude]

It's hard to even imagine how much Neil affected our lives with his drumming and words. That was a great thing to see.

[@dwdrums]

Thank you

[@carlosqdeguzman]

Damn. That ending hit me hard. They were like looking at the altar. Simply amazing. You're missed, Neil.

[@aristotle5698]

The great thing about DW is that they’re all friends, the artist, and the management.

[@earlhayes2969]

John Good Class Act all the way not sure if you Read these comments thanks John Good

[@dwdrums]

He does. Thanks

[@CryptoKaiser]

Oh man, Neil's Set.... What a moment.... I'm not crying, you're crying!

[@butchcassidy3373]

I love my DW drums They sound great

[@dwdrums]

Thank You!

[@islandgruuve]

Now we see why the drums arent cheap... We as drummers not only get quality in sound, durability and how the drums look...but a vision and legacy lives on every time a drummer buys and plays a dw product. Its not an easy work to get perfect drums...we appreciate all the work behind dw drums. Thank you so much❤

[@Justamedic77]

Thank you John Good for everything you do. DW is the pinnacle of drums and hardware. You can tell that everything is done with all consideration for the player. Everything from function, tone, and cosmetics. DW drums certainly make a statement on stage. What a touching tribute to Neil Peart. I hope one day to be able to do a factory tour and stand in the presence of that kit and reflect.

[@dwdrums]

🙏

[@troythueson943]

Wow, the dramatic music at the end, John putting his hand on Russ's shoulder. Russ is probably thinking "WTF, John!? I've been on way more hit records than The Professor!" LOL

[@davidmcaninch4714]

No matter how many times I watch a DW Factory tour video, it always amazes me how they make such awesome drums!!! I have a Design Series kit in Midnight Blue Satin that my dad got me for Christmas in 2019 and I love it to death. And I think I would be a horrible person if I didn’t say Rest In Peace to Neil Peart.

[@dwdrums]

Thanks for the love David.

[@davidmcaninch4714]

@@dwdrums it’s an honor to play your drums. I just wish I could afford a Collectors Series kit.

[@dwdrums]

And don't forget about our Jazz and Classics Series drums. 😂

[@davidmcaninch4714]

“You know, I love to tinker. But all the tinkering in the world isn’t useful unless it starts with a good idea. So, look around for a need, and start coming up with ideas to fill that need. One idea will lead to another, and before you know it, you’ve done it!! See a need, fill a need.” I heard that from Bigweld in the movie Robots. And it’s stuck with me a long time!!! And I appreciate people who have that philosophy!!!

[@dcgreen1987]

Well... great factory Tour. But that ending really hit me in the feels 😭. I'm not so much of a Rush fan personally, but I appreciate how great Neil was at his craft. Still put a lump in my throat and a tear in my eye. Rest In Peace Neil. Respect to John Good and the rest of the DW family from the sunny UK ❤️

[@HAJensen19987]

Benjamin Moore makes a certain white that's like NO other white out there. Sure, it's on the warmer, creamier side. But It's truly a unique wonderful white. It's called Dove White.

[@drummeralbertrivera9577]

If I ever go to the DW factory and I see the R40 kit in that showroom, whoever is with me might as well leave, since I’m going to cry harder than ever.

[@sfsandman4489]

DW true pitch tuning lugs are ridiculous and not needed and makes tuning their flagship drum more difficult. and why does a person need a 4” long lug when all that’s needed is a 3”? Were they always out of stock on the needed length lugs so the used the ones that were available and too long just to ship the drum? Majority of collectors drums I’ve owned have way too long lugs and super fine threads for tuning are ridiculous and stupid. Good shells but I’ll never spend the money for a ridiculous lug design. IMO😊

[@yasserseguradrums]

Excelente, great video. I'm happy to see some mexican hands involved in the process of making those beauties 🇺🇲🇲🇽🥁

[@Ivan-pf6jq]

Do you sell any used drums if you do i would like to know where to go to get one

[@dwdrums]

We do not sell used drums.

[@neper2112]

R.I.P. NEIL PEART! BEAUTIFUL TRIBUTE DW! That's why you are number one! I hope one day I can visit them!

[@dwdrums]

Thank you.

[@TheRockstarSupreme]

R.I.P NEIL ! : ((((

[@drummerjms]

Thank you John Good and Louie for the amazing work you do. It especially touched me at the end to see my all time favorite Mr. Neil Peart

[@weber247]

I was hoping to see DW make some Slingerland and Brady designs with modern hardware, the best sounding drums ever...

[@bloodsling]

notice the din of warehouse chatter drops off to nothing when they enter the shrine..damn that's a beautiful kit,RIP NP :(

[@yourdrummer2034]

Love the shop tours!

[@pynskhemborkharthangmaw4740]

I don't care what my degree is. if I get a chance to work here it'll be my dream.. ❤❤❤

[@markjackson8856]

I got emotional too.thanks for sharing John love your content. God bless you brother.🙏

[@scottpalmer8368]

Well THAT was an unexpected last few minutes! Whew! Onions!

[@normanspiteri9238]

I love watching these clips and all the new stuff by dw the problem is i waited 11 months for my kit to arrive as i wanted specific sizes and finish i would love to sell mine and get a new finish but the wait is torture

[@ИванЛопатин-н2я]

Good review, thank you very much. I love your drums! Good quality and sound!

[@leogartija]

no pos' con razon la marca DW es tan buena y reconocida , ahi se ve la calidad de mis paisanos, pura mano mexa chambeando ahi. el eslogan deberia ser algo asi "DW manufactura mexicana ensambladas en otro lado"

[@drumlover1687]

An outstanding and touching tribute to the great Neil Peart from his good friend John Good. RIP Professor!

[@dwdrums]

Thank you.

[@shaggyduder]

I'm not sure if music lovers, world round truly understand the loss of Neil. Memories abound, his music is like a time machine to me, he was 10 years older than I, and I was 12 the first time I heard Rush, I remember chills covering my entire body when I heard the drums and the whole sound of them. Till this day I get chills when I hear their music. Time Machine indeed.

[@dwdrums]

🙏

[@MikellVanderlaan]

All the work, all the memories, all the inspiration. tempus fugit.

[@sikandershaikh7978]

DW Drum Set company Itni achi Company hai Drum Set banati Hai Steel drum Se Jyada Banaya karo❤

[@dadams1947]

Thanks for the tour , John and what a touching moment at the end.

[@yidyb2862]

Awesome stuff

[@FunkyDrumm3r]

The end with the Neil Peart tribute is something. Thanks Mr. Good.

[@Dusty2112]

The ending was so so so sad R.I.P Neil.

[@RedPillAwake]

You are not supposed to be in tears at the end of watching a drum factory tour.

[@geovannymorillo9709]

Que final tan emotivo con la vista de mi gran influencia en a batería Neil😢

[@DrumminDoc]

RIP Neil.

[@bradley5973]

seeing neils kit hits hard because if you love DW's neil and DW helped push DW to where it is today wow so many great memories watching youtube vids back in the early 2000's dreaming of owning a dw collectors and actually owning DW collectors . wow thanks neil RIP master

[@dwdrums]

🙏

[@robertriecker7867]

Man that sucks. He had an amazing and tragic life.

[@cjstringfield]

This is why I love DW….. amazing

[@leonidmakogon3673]

GROSSTE HERZLICHEN DANK ! FANTASTISCHE FILM !!!

[@mikebyerly2344]

Breathtaking ending! Incredible drums! I'm lucky enough to own two kits, one Collectors in Silver Abalone and a Performance kit in Marine White Pearl. Great kits. Russ played my favorite Stevie Nicks concert back in the day.......! I was blown away by his work on the kit. Awesome!

[@DrumminDoc]

Got to tour the DW factory way back with Louie. The smell of wood is intoxicating. Got to hold the snakes and arrows prototype drum. RIP Neil.

[@intradibles]

DW and Ludwig - two of my fave dream drum brands. I always go back to this video everytime, for both the factory tour and the touching tribute to Neil at the end. May the Professor's legacy live on forever. 🥁🥁🥁

[@fredliperson9171]

Interesting video! Thanks....

[@jonhattanrai]

This video has the best plot twist I've ever seen lately.

[@alanpartridge4681]

16:23 Actually that's NOT the last kit Neil Peart ever played. The last kit Peart ever played publicly is the "El Darko" Retro Kit as it was used in the 2nd set on the R40 Tour. The kit shown was used in the 1st set, therefore making it the 2nd last kit Peart ever played publicly. THIS is the last kit: andrewolson.com/Neil_Peart/drums/drumkits/r40-retro.htm

[@luthiertavares3221]

Best moment Neil pearl 😭😭🥁🙏🥁🥁

[@DoubleD72]

Roland is a Chiefs fan. good on you Roland.

[@bigsquatchsasfoot1964]

You can tell Mr good was meant to make drums he so damn passionate about it and lives and dies it …good on you John . I don’t actually play a DW anymore but I still use there hardware and pedals amazing stuff . Great vid 👍🙏

[@ryanfraser3541]

I just can't imagine a better place for Neil's R40 kit than back home with John.

[@dwdrums]

🙏

[@johnnyharmon7544]

@dw drums precision quality..I used a dw set once in the guitar center drum off in hulen texas..loved the sound and quality.. Always tried to emulate Neil or I mean Rush as well since I was about 13 ..I didn't realize until about that age how the technique I wanted to master which was Rush and Neil RIP brother

[@waynepollard6879]

I didn't know DW was made in Mexico !

[@brianstraubmusic3994]

I'm glad to say I got to meet and talk with Neil. I actually worked on his motorcycle he was a very nice guy and invited my wife and I to be his guest at a rush concert

[@dwdrums]

Very cool!

[@ninajawnyj6091]

Like the Holy Grail of Drums. Rest in Peace Amazing Neil....

[@drummerchappell]

I truly felt as if I was walking into Neil Pearts funeral wake. (That’s what we call it in Canada anyway, before the actual funeral we have a few days of mourning, I’m sure this is common almost everywhere.) and I can’t say how much I appreciate that. Although I never had the chance to shake his hand, he was and is a huge part of my life. This was very touching.

[@dwdrums]

Thank you for the kind words

[@drummerchappell]

@@dwdrums Thank you for what yous do for the drumming community.

[@luvomdleleni84]

Really love what John Good has done and is still doing in the drumming community. DWs are expensive but man they're killer products! RIP Neil.

[@carlp3032]

Thanks to all at Drum Workshop for not just the hard work but your impeccable attention to detail. Also wonderful tribute to Mr. Peart. Looking very forward to see the new life you all will infuse into the Slingerland brand. 🥁🎶

[@davidcurtis4478]

Goose bumps at the end! Wow!

[@trekuhl3966]

WOW what an awesome tour of their facility. I saw Rush 3 times on the R40 Live Tour, incredible and the 2 kits DW made for Neil for that show are amazing. My favorite was the double bass retro kit.

[@Drace1369]

Wow, that ending hit me hard. Being a drummer and a huge Rush fan, Mr Peart was a big influence on me. Got to see them 3 times, such a sad loss. I could sit in front of Neil’s kit for hours just taking in all the history behind the years of making a drum kit come alive in the way he did. The factory is something else, what a fantastic place to work and be involved in all that craftsmanship. I’m going to make it my goal to one day visit this place and see where my kit was born. Love and piece to all at DW

[@chriswright8464]

GREAT PEOPLE, GREAT DRUMS !

[@dwdrums]

Thank you.

[@jeffbaker5038]

What a loss... When the door opened and go see "The" kit there, it was like entering a sacred, holy place. No words... RIP Neil. What a great man, musician, song writer.

[@signals34]

wow...did not expect that ending.....that was beautiful.....very nice tribute !!

[@SuperDave21]

RIP Professor

[@Messier87_M87]

Love you Russ!! Love DW Drums!! Can you guys get Chester Thompson on the channel?

[@odinellcuyugan464]

DW... just a dream for me... 😔😔😔

[@scottmorehouse]

I wasn’t ready for the end of this video... I was in tears, I used to listen and play rush tunes in my parents laundry room growing up... Neil is the reason I kept pursuing drumming. I didn’t see them live till much later in my life, he was such an intelligent and powerful soul.🙏🏽

[@music-rz4ei]

do they use polyurethane paint?

[@renatomazzella3293]

Good bless Neil peart 🙏🙏🙏

[@moacircroesysantos4794]

Os 5 maiores baterista que pisaram aqui na terra: Buddy Rich Billy Cobham John Bonham ,Dave Weckl e Neil Peart