DW MDD Machined Direct Drive Double Pedal

Having used DW5002 pedals for the last 13+ years, I assumed there was only so much room "upwards" for improvement. The 9000-series pedals, while they played great in testing, didn't feel worth the price jump. After reading countless reviews on these MDD pedals, I decided to purchase sight-unseen to find what the hype was all about. Most reviews mention an "adjustment period" when switching from chain to direct drive, but I felt comfortable immediately. Every minuscule twitch or movement of a single toe can be observed equally at the beater, meaning every nuance of your playing isn't lost in the inefficiencies of the complex linkage. It's almost eerie. Bursts of quick notes, double strokes, and raw blasts have never felt so effortless! Where certain techniques were previously difficult due to both ability AND fighting the design of a pedal, I can now focus on practicing my own technique instead of compensating for the behavior of a chain or slower mechanism. The only adjustments I've made from stock: reduced each beater down to one weight, tension both sides down to the third lowest line. Everything else felt incredible and I haven't yet felt the need to tinker further. Speaking of which, adjustments are a breeze, and everything meshes so beautifully well together thanks to the precision-machined parts and typical DW build quality.These are obviously very expensive by comparison to most pedals, but they sit in a different class of pedals along with Trick/etc. It's hard to say this price is "worth it" since that's relative, but I can firmly say that if you're focused on removing all other variables from the equation so all that's left is your raw ability, these are the choice. Bravo, DW.

These are not Axis pedals so don’t expect them to be! That said, these thing hot waaaay harder than I thought they would. I had to remove all of the weights they came with and they STILL hit hard! The smoothest pedals I’ve ever used, totally worth it to me. And I’ve been a Machinist for over 17 years so the workmanship is stellar!

Smoothest pedal I've ever used. Easy to change eight of beaters and adjust pedal tension.It is RESPONSIVE!!!

I've been playing 9000 series double pedals for years-love this new direct drive set up!

Great product

What I've been looking for! I've been out of drumming for a while (focusing on my family and real career). I use to use 2 bass drums with 2 Ludwig Speed Kings, and that worked great. After finally deciding to get back into drumming I got a new (used on ebay) set that had a single bass and a DW 5000 double pedal. The pedal was pretty good, but I missed the feel of my Speed Kings.I did some research and narrowed my choice to 2 pedals: the Trick Pro 1V Bigfooot and the DW MDD. I tried both out for a few days (I actually bought 2 sets on ebay; 1 for practice at home and one for gigs) side by side and the choice was easy.The DW MDD is much easier to make adjustments on the fly and get to that sweet spot for each foot. Once there, it was like I had not stopped playing for so long. The Trick pedal took a bit longer to get to that sweet spot, and was more awkward making the adjustments. Really couldn't make them on the fly. But once I was there, the Trick Pro 1V was a smooth, solid pedal.I chose the DW MDD because of the ease and speed of making adjustments. Face it, you gig a lot and your gear gets jostled about before, at and after each gig. Setting can get changed.The price is a bit much, but both are mighty pricey. For me, I was looking for the right pedal, and my search narrowed down between these 2, and I felt more than comfortable spending a few bucks more to get what I wanted. Both are great pedals, but for me it's the DW MDD.

I sold mine on EBay as it felt very heavy to me. My Axis A21 pedal plays better. Very well built but doesn't mean nothing if it doesn't feel right to you.

These are the best pedals I have ever felt. I play "heel down" so the amount of extra control the direct drive gives is crucial. The pedals are so incredibly adjustable in every way that they are perfect for everything from jazz to metal. Since I have had them, my double bass playing has improved dramatically. Additionally, unlike the VASTY majority of pedals on the market these are MADE IN THE USA! They are beautiful in every way. If you can swing the price, they are well worth the investment in your talent.

Excelente calidad además me llego muy rápido

the pedal was not really well built, had a problem.linkage was loose.returned it and bought Trick Pro1vway better quality and feel than DW

前はDW9000シリーズを使用していましたが、リンクタイプのものに興味あり購入しました。連打は、もちろんですが、ダブルストロークや連符等のシングルストロークなど、今までで1番踏みやすいです。脱力法も扱い易く、パワフルかつ繊細な奏法など、バリエーションが増え、とても楽しく演奏できます。ありがとうございました！