Yes, I Have a DWe Kit

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[@chinatype]

They have given the kit to the right guy to test it out. You have great knowledge of electronic kits Luke 😎 Great video.

[@TheeDrumWorkshop]

Thank you 🙏

[@chezchezchezchez]

Yes, also Justin did a fantastic job! (65 Drums)

[@MrGilperc]

I want to know how quiet it is when it's not amplified.

[@unclerhombus]

Same.

[@NintenDub]

Nobody wants to show that

[@seanriley9045]

Same here

[@TheeDrumWorkshop]

This will be in the full review.

[@rockon856]

@@TheeDrumWorkshop Thankyou!

[@Garagedrummer]

It will be interesting how this tech eventually makes its way down to a mid range or lower kits. 10k is a ton for a kit but this is pretty sick. I’d love to see a bop size kit and a 13 inch snare.

[@Trottelheimer]

They start at 4.5k according to Sweetwater.

[@DisjointedConversations]

I think the 10k is all inclusive - ie hardware.

[@Trottelheimer]

@@DisjointedConversations Yeah, seems so.

[@bruceperkins2921]

indeed! this is the trend setter and tech pusher right now. i thi nk in 10years wired ekits will be gone.

[@williamperri3437]

Okay, so the playing in the beginning is played arguably the best sounding electronic drum set I’ve ever heard. 😮

[@gyro1882]

Sounds leaps and bounds beyond what a Roland kit sounds like

[@kosta1605]

will be curious to see the longevity of these new DWe kits. Look amazing and by far the best e-kit out there. Its truly insane how far e drums have come. Love to see it!

[@philipbenjamin4720]

Love everything about this video - your playing - your explaining - you have such a helpful approach.

[@TheeDrumWorkshop]

Thank you 🙏

[@Ozterkvlt]

I hope they release "PDP" budget versions of these kits. But Roland, as they now own DW, probably don't want them to compete with their own e-kits, so probably not. I hope these won't all cost 10K, that is just ridiculous.

[@1dudecrush]

I wouldn’t be so sure though. Roland has a bunch of tiers of product. I think the DW launch here is almost more a proof of concept than anything else. This is obviously going to be even more prohibitive in cost than the TD50 or anything else has been thus far, but the technology they had to come up with to make this all possible is literally next level. I think we will see trickle down tech from this point. The interest is palpable from everywhere I’ve seen

[@Trottelheimer]

They start at 4.5k according to Sweetwater.

[@CB-yv3ec]

that's a 4pc shell pack@@Trottelheimer

[@Trottelheimer]

@@CB-yv3ec Ah, yes, it is.

[@chezchezchezchez]

Good luck w all that. 🙄

[@maidenmopar]

Great video man!!! Thanks so much for sharing the playing! That is what E drummers like to see and hear!

[@stidger]

Fantastic vid Luke. It’s a beautiful looking kit for sure and any concerns about latency appear unfounded. Sounds amazing. Looking forward to the full review vid.

[@jeffjachymiak4994]

I've heard this kit in other videos... but man you make it sound so real

[@jjptech]

This hardware paired with a good dialed Strata module could be really a killer drum

[@TheMacasso]

Beautiful sounding tones on the toms etc

[@ianmclean5541]

I honestly thought when you were first playing at the front end of the video that you had just put Myar heads on them. No one would know these were electronic except for the cymbals. Those look pretty good too. This is as good as it gets for electronics at this point.

[@rs9217]

Just beautiful 🥁

[@gregthegroove]

That blended kit sounds perfect for any style man! And that 50th anniversary kit is a fantastic rock kit

[@goodgamist5113]

This made me turn on all notifications for this channel! Can't wait for the review!

[@TheeDrumWorkshop]

Thank you 🙏

[@RunningInSuits]

Great video! Just ordered the Pearl White kit - can’t wait for it to arrive at the end of the month!

[@pedrofrom1984]

Wonderful looking and sumptuous sounding kit. The module is really nicely designed as well. Can't wait to see yoir full review, Luke. Thank you for this teaser. Cheers from Oz.

[@droopydoc55]

There is no module; it's an app. So you will need a computer.

[@pedrofrom1984]

@@droopydoc55 thank you. Yes. I should have referred to the software rather than the module being nicely designed.

[@droopydoc55]

@@pedrofrom1984 Technically

[@droopydoc55]

Technically speaking it is not just a computer that processes everything. The MIDI(?) bursts from the cymbals, snare and toms is received by the DWe Drumlink Hub, that connects to the computer by USB cable.

[@JoseMTamez]

Excellent! First of all, some really great playing along with an excellent review and run down on both the drums and software. You answered all of my questions regarding the ability to connect other equipment and software. I know this took a lot of time and effort and I greatly appreciate it. You have another subscriber and I look forward to your other videos. 🥁🥁🥁🥁🥁 I would also like to add that this concept of having an electronic kit wireless is a god-send and is something I've been contemplating for a very long time. The thought of eliminating all of the cables/wires from my electronic kit is a wish come true and was always a pain to setup on a gig. The option for either an e-kit or an acoustic kit is beyond what I was hoping for. We're getting two kits for the price of one and we all know that in the price it will include the cost for this new technology, I don't know how people can complain about the price when Roland and DW have their kits costing the same if not more, and you only get one kit. Worth every penny if you ask me. I have only one concern and question;As for using my Roland TD-50, I'm sure that Roland will add the setup trigger type for these triggers on all of their drum modules. Do you know if they plan of releasing an update/firmware for adding this trigger type?

[@TheAnalogRebellion]

I loved all of it except the 12" hi-hat sound that kept coming up. 🤣 Beautiful kit and beautiful drumming! Thank you.

[@woody4269]

Grt vid. Thank u. They sound insane. Floor tom is a beast. 👌

[@johnsknox]

Nice review as usual Nice playing as usual

[@marknorton2429]

WOW, Awesome!

[@gadget183]

My goodness, I thought it was an E Kit but when I heard the sound, I thought it was real, but it is the MOST realistic E Kit I’ve ever seen, excellent video!, 👍🏾

[@flanger001]

I'm more excited about the VST than the drums! I have Perfect Drums already and I'm very, very excited to start using these new sounds.

[@TheeDrumWorkshop]

I hope you enjoy it!

[@bruceperkins2921]

post an update after you get the software friend! im about to jump in as well. gotta payoff some cymbals first!

[@flanger001]

@@bruceperkins2921 Ah my man I have bad news for you. It's not good. The sounds are good but the program is pretty crappy. I did a post on Reddit about it but I may actually just do a YT video myself.

[@3rdGen-Media]

@@flanger001 Send me a link to your Reddit post?

[@drumsnmore2545]

@@3rdGen-MediaOr better yet post it here

[@StereoAnthony]

Saw the Sweetwater video pop up as I was going to bed last night, and was hoping they sent you one too. Nice!

[@bryanharrison3889]

I already have my pre-order of two of these.

[@mr.lindsaymcdonald2065]

Thanks for this post awesome🎉🎉🎉

[@ChontosDrumLessons]

Luke!!!!! LET’S GO. CANT WAIT TO WATCH

[@TheeDrumWorkshop]

I'M WAITING IN ANTICIPATION!

[@artsal]

I honestly would like to see a video on how the dwe software works with a drum module and how accurate it is , thanks awesome video

[@bladeobrian2144]

I saw one of these in person today, and I can’t believe that this actually exists. This should not be possible, but here it is!

[@rioborzeli147]

Love the wireless , no cables 👏👏👏👏🤘🤘

[@MartinJovanovic]

Jesus Christ, I just stopped caring about the drums and just wanted to hear you play more and more... respect, man

[@vorkap]

Great video👌🏻, any idea if there will be other finishes for the e-set available soon as well? Also, other cymbal pad sizes/shapes? Tnx

[@ScottMoonSharon]

Great demo. Curious if the bells on the cymbals are a bit small?

[@rogerwhitsettdrummer2922]

Hello, Can you make a video showing how the DWe kit connects to a Roland TD-50X module? I want to know if I can use my TD-50X module as a interface with 8 direct outputs…..Thanks!!!

[@Khempejjer]

Wow!

[@prod_adrian]

Wow the sound is great!! The future is bright for eDrums 😀 And superb playing as well, mate! So no internal sound module right? Directly midi out to the (various) softwares. This kit is a stunner!

[@arsonne]

I know some people are mad about these drums, which is sort of justified but man do they sound amazing.

[@TheeDrumWorkshop]

Welcome to the internet. We're mad about all of it.

[@williama.leyrer3839]

Great Demo and information. What provisions are provided to use the set in a live venue, ie. sending the signals to the main stage sound system?? Thanks in advance.

[@WoutScheper]

Very cool

[@jezusmylord]

This is the next big step in e drums and everyone knows it, the only question is, when other manufacturers will catch up so the tech will go down to the middle line drums.

[@DisjointedConversations]

4th time checking your channel today!! Finally a video on this kit: 1) I’d like to hear what the set sounds like from the perspective of the people in the house. In other words my wife has no issues with the TD50 but will she hate this. 2) I’d like to see a comparison to the TD50 (or other Roland modules). How much flexibility do I have to make changes? Can I create custom kits? Can I pick individual cymbals from the module or are you limited to a cymbal pack? 3) will you be able to make and sell custom kits like you do today for the Roland modules 4) can I use my TD50 pads and module to expand this kit? For example if I wanted to use my Roland pads as Rototoms or other percussion instruments can I do that? Thanks. Love the channel!!

[@482jpsquared]

1) I have tried them. They are a bit louder than a TD50 kit, especially the cymbals. 2) It is not a module. It's software with lots of flexibility to create kits. 3) Check out the retailers. They list individual drums for sale. 4) No. The DWe wireless components exclusively work with the trigger module. However, you can merge MIDI devices into the software using your computer.

[@Ripperx121]

I can't wait to see you go in depth with these drums. The price point is insane but I might be willing to do it. I want to know more about the cymbals. Can you mute the ride like you can on digital Roland just by touching it?

[@t-moedrums3204]

Awesome! Are the cymbals chokable? And do the wireless systems in the wheels need any batteries or any other power supply? Thanks a lot.

[@chrisnorrell7489]

$11k is fuckin nuts. $9k maybe I'd think about it but thats ridiculous

[@soulslaveone]

Yes!

[@143Chippy143]

Thats a Game changer in the E drum world... WOW !

[@TheeDrumWorkshop]

It's very ambitious and pulls together a lot of really interesting ideas and technology!

[@einsteinalexander7187]

What a freakin' monster, what a test

[@piranhatech4622]

So happy for you! Lol

[@pedroarbour8302]

Great video, thank you! My question: I’ve seen that there are zones for the tom part, the rim, and in between but would you say that one would be able to do timbale -like stuff on the toms? I guess, basically, are there more than three trigger possibilities on the toms?

[@dannymason3970]

Nice I got to play one at the UK Drum Show (wonder if I’ll be on their promo video 😊)

[@drumsnmore2545]

Cool! What were your thoughts?

[@Fiascopia]

I'd love for you to talk about the relative merits of upgrading from various kits, like just a rough estimate of which kits would have a really noticable improvement in the way it plays. I have TD-50, want this, but it's a lot of money.

[@spides666]

I'm the same. But I'm a Tama man but the wireless etc seems to be the way to go. The next couple of years are going to be very very interesting. I'd be more interested in knowing if dw will expand the software anymore with more libraries etc

[@thedeevineswebenquiries]

When is the full review vid coming out Luke?

[@ailtongaldino9180]

Aqui do Brasil, acompanhando você neste lançamento. Obrigado

[@TheeDrumWorkshop]

Obrigado!

[@jezusmylord]

The thing im waiting for is backwards compatibility as for me the hihat rubber feeling was always well bad and if this metal thing feels better i willconsider it if it can connect to a td27

[@namelesslight3303]

Nice!!! Wish List item!!!! :-)

[@zikandgroovefr]

I can't believe this electronic 🙀that's a crazy jump in the world of electronics drums.

[@NoBandsLand]

Any idea when they'll be up for preorder in the UK?

[@ncferdy]

Just wondering how you would use this in a live sitaution, sending outs to the sound desk?? I use my TD50X module by asigning outs as needed so the sound guys have control.. Great demo btw, love the wireless tech and everything else.. Hopefully one day ;)

[@EricFDrums]

this is the first acoustic/electonic kit ive sen that actually made me think for a sec whether I would ever move from my kit to something else....lol...fleeting thought but a thought nonetheless.

[@DSLRMAN01]

Great video Luke! Can you do a comparison between DWe sounds vs Superior Drummer 3?

[@fartpooboxohyeah8611]

Great, $10,000 for trigger pads. What a deal! Great Job Luke, but I'm not mortgaging my house just to trigger more drum software, I can already do that now!

[@TheeDrumWorkshop]

😂 fair! At least the software alone is reasonably priced.

[@blaaklung]

Can you do a rim shot like we do in reggae with a metal snare so we can hear how it handles that:?

[@Memoreno94]

Would’ve been nice if you played without software. Want to hear how loud the kit is alone.

[@TheeDrumWorkshop]

This will make it into the review!

[@drumsnmore2545]

@@TheeDrumWorkshopBut that’s many moons away 😩. Any initial thoughts?

[@jechuviadscape]

Nice video, keep it up! Got a question, I want to set up a kit like this, but don't want to buy the entire kit (already own my DW kit, I don't see the point in buying another) Can I connect other drum triggers to the DW software or can I connect the cymbals to another software/module? If so what would you recommend?

[@ledoov]

looks like you could you mount their triggers in any drums.

[@Games80ths]

Let's see if it really is the next big step. Thank you for the video. Here are my questions: Is latency still an issue? If so, what does it depend on and are there any measured values? Can I record MIDI and audio on the computer via USB (as with some Roland modules)? Does it have USB to MIDI? Does it work very well with EZ & Superior Drummer? Are the two outputs balanced audio? Does the snare also have the "sidestick sensor technology with hand detection" like the Roland digital snare? Can I load my own multisamples (not just one shots) into the software and play them? Thanks a lot!

[@Drumming-Life]

Okay. So, as usual…DW KILLS IT!! Dude. So freaking amazing. Absolutely amazing. I’m down for spending $10,000 for this kit. Always an admirer of DW but, they are not my fave brand (Yamaha), however, they just became my fave e-drum brand. Great vid, bro!

[@brentverrill]

I'm curious to know if the bass drum trigger can distinguish between laying off, and burying the beater. It would be a shame if every other instrument gets a more or less full range of expression, but the poor bass drum only gets to thump away with one sound.

[@Fiascopia]

That's a great question! +1

[@laptoples]

Hey thanks Luke !!! Question: What do you think is more responsive, with more dynamics ? The Roland digital snare, hi-hat and ride, or the DW ones ? Basically...lol Did DW take away the title from the Roland digital 3 ? Like which has a better rim shot on the snare, etc and more positional sensing on the hi hat and ride ? Can you get all the intricacies with metal hi hats as you can on the Roland digital 14 hi-hats ? I'm in the middle of Pennsylvania, so there's not many music stores with edrums to try out. I never played a metal e-cymbal so I don't know how they react to each hit... Great review as always !!!!! Nice playin !!!!!! Thanks ! Have a great day !!! 😁👍

[@pghdrummer1654]

Will they make effects cymbals? Like chinas and splashes? Would stack effect work too?

[@isaaco89]

Hi Luke! Would you be comfortable giving us your opinion on which plugins sound better, if the in-house DW or something like Superior 3 or Slater Drums? And how easy is it to multi-ouptut to a DAW? Thanks! :)

[@tbip2001]

How are the triggers powered??? Presumably there is s transmitter connected to each piezo ?

[@joshvelasquez3088]

I wish you would of demonstrated how it sounds without the triggered sounds. How loud are the cymbals when you hit them with sticks?

[@willjuppdrums]

So excited for this and for the full review! If it's not on your list I'd love to add these suggestions! 1. more about the cymbals! What models and makes have they sampled? How do they respond to tip and shoulder of the stick on the edge, bow and bell? How do the sounds compare to other VSTs like GGD, SS etc. 2. Can you pick and choose each part like you can on other ekits? Almond snare with maple kick, this hi hat with that ride etc? 3. Does it sense when you play into the head and out the head? Even on the kick? 4. Can you use a bigger interface to send multiple out to front of house? 5. How does the tension of the head effect the response, feel, sound etc? Sorry for all the questions but this sh*t is ground breaking!! Also, new to this channel and loving it so far and nice to hear someone in the UK talking about this kind of thing as well!

[@TheeDrumWorkshop]

I'll make sure all of this makes it in! For 2 and 4 though - 2) Yeah, you can build kits out of any parts and the software can also load in multi-layered samples to build your own instruments 4) Yes, you can use any interface and there's a host of routing options for multiple outputs if you need them.

[@willjuppdrums]

@@TheeDrumWorkshop ah awesome! Thank you!!

[@jerrybeller790]

I'm sure it cost an arm and a leg but very cool also can you use the software with other pads like roland

[@chezchezchezchez]

If 10K is an arm or leg. My body parts are worth more than that.

[@robthedrummer5190]

What do the cymbals sound like when played with mallets? And the drums when played with rods or brushes?

[@Mr.Goldbar]

I'll definitely be happy if they released the triggers seperately! 10K is a bit too much for me :D

[@otmncgm]

How loud are the cymbals as an ambient sound in the room?

[@einarabelc5]

Question before watching the review. Do you need a laptop and the DW VST in order to get sounds or can you output to headphones/speakers without having to Midi out to another module? I'm aware the DW VST is necessary to configure but wondering about the output chain. Also, how is the hi hat and cymbal different from Roland digital and EF note drums optical?

[@TheeDrumWorkshop]

You need some kind of sound source - either the DW Soundworks VST, another VST on a computer or a drum module. There are no "built in" sounds, as such. You don't configure the pads/triggers in the VST, there is a separate Control app that handles that. Then Soundworks (or whatever you choose) handles the sounds.

[@chicobellini6297]

Goddammed this looks like the best e-kit ever made! What do you think? I think the downside of this kit is that it is very loud especially the cymbal noise.

[@FonixVR_]

Do you reccommend it for livestreams? Will slower computers cause latency?

[@user-jw2tu4je4y]

What about the fell ? Is it more realistic than other eDrum like V-Drums? The mesh head still bounce like other or the fell is more natural and realistic ? What about the noise. Can you play without disturb your neighbor ? Thanks.

[@OliJHBarker]

Have you got any idea who will be stocking them in the UK? Seems that they are being distributed by Roland UK, not the usual DW Chanels!

[@waynebrucemanbat5787]

Can someone please clarify if these are DW Collectors series shells? A video of how they sound played as an acoustic kit would also be very helpful in deciding if this can be a kit that scratches the itch a top shelf acoustic and electric kit all in one.

[@danielkza]

How does the hi-hat triggering feel, compared to the Roland VH-14D, which seems to be the best in the market ATM? The cymbals seem to have very little give. Do they have their own wing nuts specifically meant to be that way? Or was it just your adjustment preference? Did you have a chance to test the new DW VST with existing Roland kits? Did it get any Roland-specific improvements after the acquisition, such as out-of-the-box support for different kits? Does it fully support positional sensing from digital pads? Thank you!

[@TheeDrumWorkshop]

I'll do my best to cover the hi-hat feel and VST stuff in the review. Regarding the cymbals, they have their own rubber washers but they can move pretty freely (the design is quite cool, they let them spin without undoing the wing nuts). However, they're obviously much chunkier than an acoustic cymbal so they don't sway the same.

[@Materialgirllive]

How many direct outs are there? Looks like just stereo?

[@GLASVILLE]

Great video as always Luke. My question I'd be looking for an answer to is: I use a 7pc VAD706 (kick, 3 toms, 2 floors, snare & 4 crashes/ride/hi hat). It's used live at shows, running all the outputs from the TD50X to our monitor rig, using a splitter box for our A&H rack desk & then FoH to take their own feed, allowing the engineer 8 outputs to control the Roland kit. We already knew that a MacBook would be required as a module isn't supplied, but 1) can you use a new iPad Pro instead of a laptop? 2) How easy and could you do a video, of replicating my scenario, for those that would potentially use this DWe to replace their Roland VAD kit in a live situation & the steps/equipment required to make this happen? My worry is, the pay off for the reduction in 'cable snake' is offset with the additional equipment you need to do what a VAD kit does. Final question, I'd like to really know your honest opinion on DWe vs VAD706. Thanks, Joe.

[@rogerwhitsettdrummer2922]

I’m in the same situation as you! I’m ready to purchase this kit…IF….the questions that you have already asked is answered. 8 outputs is a MUST for my situation!!!

[@stixx138]

Can you take your own samples or samples from other software and load them in? Say if you wanted some percussion (cowbell or chimes) or electronic sounds to stick on a rim or aux pad?

[@onomatopoeidia]

Yes

[@billyraymond9416]

I just converted my kit and. now I find out that my favorite drum co. has a e kit.

[@kierenmoore3236]

“HAW-haaaaaaaw” … Yeah, ‘Murphy’ is a €#n+ …

[@stevenalves479]

How would you send to FOH? Can FOH get individual channels like just kick, snare, hat?

[@dandridgetv9248]

What if you wanted to like change the tune within a specific sound like if I wanted a higher snare than then one on chops, is there an option to change it

[@TheeDrumWorkshop]

Yeah, it has the ability to tune any drum. There's also mic controls for a lot of microphones, EQ, compression etc. so you have a lot of control over the final sound.

[@ddummer]

I watched the Sweetwater demo and this one and I get the same feeling on the sound... tons of compression and the toms almost sound distorted... is that so?! :)

[@jimmygomez9375]

🔥🔥🔥

[@SamNaborsDrums]

Exciting and i love the wireless tech but price out of reach for the 99.9%. Buying the trigger system by itself would be more financially feasible for most

[@CB-yv3ec]

I have a 1978 custom ordered set of Tama Imperialstars back when they were 9 ply mahogany that I would love to be able to add these triggers, software and cymbals to

[@just_ppe]

I guess they are too loud to be played in an apartment? Could please make a short video that would show how loud are these drums (in 'electronic' mode of course 🙂)? How would you compare the hihat to the Roland's digital HH?

[@lloydsnyder7277]

Does anybody know if you can run the kit pieces as separate outputs like you would if you were mic’ing a drum kit? Kick, Snare, Hat etc

[@TheeDrumWorkshop]

You need to use an audio interface that has multiple outputs to do that. The included interface is just stereo out.

[@ArgonautDrums]

I just want the triggers 😬🤘