DW DWSM1204S Double Chain for 9000 Series Bass Drum Pedals
The SM1204S is the double chain for 9000 Series bass drum pedals. It is not to be confused with the chain from earlier series: the manufacturer lists a separate part, and it is the kind of detail you check before ordering rather than during installation.
What sets it apart
- Replacement double chain, specific to the 9000 Series
- A separate part from the 3000, 5000 and 7000 Series chain
- Gives the pedal back the response it had when new
- Brings every other setting back into its useful range
- Chrome finish
One part per pedal family, and the reason behind it
In a photo, two pedal chains look alike. In practice, the working length, the link pitch and the way the assembly attaches to the cam vary from one generation to the next. Two links too many shift the entire throw; an attachment that does not match simply will not fit.
That is why the manufacturer lists one part number per family instead of a universal part. The 9000 Series has its own.
When to replace rather than readjust
A high-end pedal offers a lot of adjustment: tension, throw, angle, beater height. The temptation is to correct through adjustment what is really wear. If the throw lengthens while nobody has touched the adjustments, it is the drive you need to look at.
A new chain gives the pedal back its original response and puts the other settings back in the middle of their range, where they still have room in both directions.
Specifications
| Type | Double chain |
|---|---|
| Stated compatibility | 9000 Series pedals |
| Interchangeability | Does not replace the 3000, 5000 and 7000 Series chain |
| Finish | Chrome |
What it is for
- A 9000 Series pedal that has gone soft at the start of the stroke
- Refurbishing a used 9000 pedal
- A thorough service before a season of shows
- A spare part for a fleet of 9000 pedals
- Getting the original feel back after years of service
Compare with other manufacturers
Drive chains on competing high-end pedals:
| Manufacturer | Comparable part | What differs |
|---|---|---|
| Tama | Iron Cobra Power Glide chain | Different cam geometry, part not interchangeable |
| Pearl | Eliminator Redline chain | Designed for Pearl's removable cam system |
| Sonor | Giant Step pedal chain | Attachment and length specific to the Sonor frame |
| Mapex | Falcon pedal chain | Sized for a different adjustable-cam drive |
Frequently asked questions
- Is it the same chain as on 5000 pedals?
- No. The manufacturer lists two separate parts: one for the 3000, 5000 and 7000 Series, the other for the 9000 Series.
- How do I identify my pedal's series?
- It is marked on the base plate or on the pedal's upright. If in doubt, write down the full model number before ordering.
- How many do I need for a double pedal?
- Two, one per drive, if you want both feet to respond the same way.
- Is the master link included?
- The manufacturer lists this part as a 9000 Series replacement double chain without detailing its contents further. Check the condition of your existing master link before taking anything apart.
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