DW Drum Workshop Series (1999–2001) – Vintage USA Maple Drum Kits

Collector’s Predecessor to PDP | Rare Early DW Era Drums

The Drum Workshop Series is a rare and highly sought-after vintage drum line produced between 1999 and 2001 in the USA. These kits represent an important transitional era in modern drum manufacturing and are considered the direct predecessor to today’s PDP (Pacific Drums & Percussion) brand.

Built in the legendary DW factory in Oxnard, California, these drums deliver professional-grade craftsmanship and tone that closely mirrors high-end boutique kits.

Crafted from premium North American maple, the same wood used in the flagship DW Collector’s Series, these shells offer a warm, open, and highly resonant sound with strong sustain and modern projection.

Unlike the Collector’s Series, the Workshop Series features a lighter shell construction without reinforcement rings, resulting in a more open, airy tone and increased natural resonance.

Key Features

• Made in USA (Oxnard, California)
• Produced 1999–2001 (limited production run)
• 100% North American maple shells
• Predecessor to PDP Drum line
• Open, resonant sound with enhanced sustain
• Vintage DW craftsmanship at collector level

A true hidden gem for drummers and collectors, the DW Workshop Series blends vintage rarity with professional studio-grade sound—perfect for anyone seeking authentic early DW-era tone.