DW Design 20" Pancake Bass Drum

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DW Design 20" Pancake Bass Drum

DW

Design 20" Pancake Bass Drum

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 425195
Brand: DW
Model: Design 20" Pancake Bass Drum
Price: $537.90

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This DW Design Pancake is a fantastic option for drummers seeking a focused, punchy low-end without the premium price tag. The maple shell delivers a warm, vintage-inspired tone, and the pancake shape really helps it cut through the mix. It's perfect for rock, blues, or any genre where you want a defined and articulate bass drum sound.

Product Description

  • DW Design 20" Pancake Bass Drum
  • Pancake Bass Drum
  • Size: 20"
  • Design series
  • Shell material: 100% North American maple
  • Mini lugs
  • Chrome hardware
  • Colour: Flat Black
  • Includes bass drum legs
PROS
  • • Maple shell delivers warm, resonant low-end tones.
  • • Pancake design enhances sensitivity and low-frequency projection.
  • • DW mini-lugs provide a clean look and prevent shell stress.
  • • Robust chrome hardware ensures reliable, professional-grade performance.
CONS
  • • Pancake configuration limits versatility for extremely deep, sub-bass sounds.
  • • Flat Black finish shows fingerprints and smudges easily.
  • • Design series hardware isn't quite as refined as DW's higher-end options.

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Key Features

Size 20 in
Shell Material 100% North American Maple
Ply Count 5
Hoops DW Clear Bearing Edges
Legs/Mount DW Direct Drive Bass Drum Legs
Weight Approximately 35 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The pancake design increases the drum's surface area relative to its depth, resulting in enhanced low-frequency projection and a more sensitive response to the beater.
Yes, the legs are well-engineered and provide excellent stability, even at higher playing speeds and with aggressive double bass techniques.
The shell is not heavily pre-damped, allowing for a more natural resonance; however, you may want to experiment with dampening to fine-tune the tone to your specific preferences.

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