The DW AD4 has a new Tri-Pivot toe clamp with 3 self adjusting rubber coated pads. And a Dual- Spring Rocker. Otherwise this is the same DW500 AD4 you've known & loved for years.

Christopher H

Cincinnati, OH

DW knows what they're doing when it comes to drums and drum accessories and this pedal is no different. They've been steadily improving their design and tweaking things here and there to make sure that their pedals are top of the line. The AD4 has great response and control, and the non slip pad is great for any surface whether a concrete floor in a garage or a carpet in the living room. I'd recommend this for any drummer.

Matty P

Edison, NJ

The DW5000 AD4 has some major improvements that make it a must have for many drummers. New Dual Spring Rocker gives the pedal a great response and the new toe clamp allows it to fit on any bass drum with great ease. Sturdy build. No wonder why people love this pedal.

Tim

Edison, NJ

The Drum Workshop company has been an icon in bass drum pedal innovation for decades. The latest version of the 5000 series is no slouch. It comes with a versatile two sided beater (felt and plastic) to get two distinct tones from the drums, it also comes standard with their delta ball bearings and dual chain drive system for smooth and reliable operation (which used to be an upcharge from the standard model). Although a departure from the designs of the 60's and 70's version this pedal is still lightweight, rugged, built to last, and most importantly built to suit your needs. If you're looking at a great quality single bass drum pedal the DW 5000 series should be on your short list. DW offers many ways to fine tune this pedal to your exacting needs, for example they sell different sized heel plates so you can customize the pedal to your playing style. I could go on forever but the best advice I can give you is to try one out if you can.

Nate McClure

Cincinnati, OH

I've spent a lot of time testing this pedal and I have to say that for the price, it is one of the best out there. The response is incredible, offering a beautifully smooth glide and great power. I personally love pedals that don't require a lot of power to get a lot of power, and this pedal does exactly that. The offset clamp adjustment is definitely a step in the right direction, offering quick adjustment on the fly. The on-board key holder is a nice touch, especially if you lose drum keys like I do. My only gripe with this pedal would have to be the beater. I think that it's too big for my taste, but something that can be easily fixed. All in all, this is a perfect pedal for someone looking for great quality at a great price.

Matt Brady

Huntington Station, NY

DW makes some of the best pedals right along with Tama. the 5000 AD4 has great response and really allows you to play as fast as you like. The feel of this pedal is what sells me on it; it takes barely any effort to play. There are also rubber grips on the pedal that helps my foot not slide while playing fast.

Ellis

Richmond, VA

This is one of the most standard kick pedals on the market. Comfortable, with a great action, and reliable. An industry standard.

jeremy

nyc

First off, I am not a drummer. However, I can really tell a difference between the 5000 and the upgraded 5000AD4. The feel and recoil of the pedal is outstanding and the velocity from the board is greater as well with less effort. The clamp is nice with the adjustable pads and it feels like there is less slip due to the rubber padding on the bottom which helps on any playing surface.

Lee Finn

Cincinnati, Ohio

The AD4 Pedal by DW has some pretty smart innovations; the tension key on the clamp is a bit more prominent and contoured, the triple pad clamp fits more snugly to the drum, and finally DW put rubber grips on the footplates. This ensures that the pedal is going to stay exactly where you want it to and keeps is cumbersome-free. This is a fundamentally perfect pedal, even more so considering the great price!

Lady Landa

Edison, NJ