Detail 01
Single pedal
One beater, one footboard. You play bass drum with one foot and keep the other on hi-hat.
Product detailSKU #1323966669697
DW5000 Series Single Pedal
Sale
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
DW's mid-tier single bass drum pedal at $247. For a drummer replacing a stock hardware-pack pedal who wants a smoother, more adjustable feel without going pro-flagship.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Upgrading from the pedal bundled with a starter kit
- Gigging drummers who need consistent feel night to night
- Players building a kit piece by piece
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Drummers happy with their current pedal — this is a refinement, not a revelation
- Anyone needing two beaters; the double version costs more but does that
- Budget builds where $247 is better spent on cymbals
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
5000 Series
DW's working-drummer tier. Sits above hardware-pack pedals, below their top-line 9000 gear.
Detail 03
$247
Roughly what a serious standalone pedal costs. Kit-included pedals typically run a fraction of this.
Detail 04
Standalone pedal, not a hardware pack
You are buying one piece. Hi-hat stand, snare stand and throne are separate purchases.
Detail 05
Beater-driven
Beater angle and spring tension are the two adjustments that most change how the pedal feels underfoot.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No bass drum, hi-hat stand or throne included — pedal only
- 02Budget setup time: spring tension and beater height need dialing to your foot
- 03Check your bass drum hoop thickness so the clamp seats properly
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this work with any bass drum?
It clamps to a standard bass drum hoop, so it fits typical acoustic kits. Very thick or unusually shaped hoops can be tight — measure before ordering.
02Can I add a second pedal later to make it a double?
A single pedal is built as a single. If you know you want double-bass playing, buy the double version rather than planning to convert.
03Is this worth it over the pedal that came with my kit?
If your current pedal feels sloppy or won't hold an adjustment, yes. If it feels fine, spend the money elsewhere first.
04Do I need a drum key to set it up?
Yes, standard hardware adjustments need a drum key. Most drummers already have one; if not, pick one up with the pedal.
