DW's MFG Series Direct Drive Aux Side Kick Drum Pedal sits at the top of the pro percussion market. Machined entirely from solid aluminum, this single pedal brings decades of professional refinement into a direct–drive platform built to respond how drummers actually play. The design fuses raw engineering precision with hands–on feel, giving you control and consistency whether you're transitioning from spring–tension setups or refining an existing direct–drive technique.
Construction revolves around a solid aluminum cam fitted with Threaded Bearing Technology and adjustable pivot geometry. The footboard uses perforated aluminum with a contoured heel plate to reduce fatigue during long sessions. An Interlocking Delta Hinge anchors the assembly, while the Tri-Pivot Toe Clamp locks your beater angle precisely. Vertical spring adjustment (V.E.R.T.) lets you dial spring tension without swapping hardware. The Control Beater includes adjustable weight distribution, so you shape impact character from punchy to defined.
This is a drummer's tool built on the back of serious R&D, not marketing promises. The optimized fulcrum geometry pulls every ounce of efficiency from your leg stroke. Setup rewards attention–detail matters here, and once locked in, the pedal stays put through touring schedules and studio marathons.
Features
- Solid aluminum direct drive cam with bearing technology
- V.E.R.T. vertical spring adjustment for tension control
- Tri-Pivot Toe Clamp with U.S. Patent protection
- Interlocking Delta Hinge for structural stability
- Perforated aluminum footboard with contoured heel plate
- Adjustable Control Beater with weight tuning
- Optimized fulcrum geometry for efficient stroke transfer
- Single pedal unit for auxiliary or backup setup



