Expert .... which brand double bass drum pedal better?
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LastScripture
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Dude, u could go to the shop at the same level as Swee Lee(bras basah). Its a
stationery shop that sells musicals eqpmts(?) At the corner they are several
dpads that are on sale...Quite cheap i must say too. I would recommend Pacific
to anyone who wants to cut that budget to a norm...none the ridiculous heh.
stationery shop that sells musicals eqpmts(?) At the corner they are several
dpads that are on sale...Quite cheap i must say too. I would recommend Pacific
to anyone who wants to cut that budget to a norm...none the ridiculous heh.
To all drummers looking to purchase a pair of double pedals, here's some advice for you.
1) Get down to the store
2) Have a list of pedals in mind that you might wanna get
3) Ask the staff to help you set them up
4) Play each and everyone of them
5) Ask your feet "So, which one do you want?"
6) After your feet chooses a pair, pay up.
7) Go home and start playing!
Bottom line is, which pair of pedals do your feet prefer? That's what matters most when it comes to choosing something as personal as a pedal. All of us may give suggestions but ultimately the decision lies with your feet. Same with cymbals, snare drums, kits, anything and everything. Personal preference is key.
1) Get down to the store
2) Have a list of pedals in mind that you might wanna get
3) Ask the staff to help you set them up
4) Play each and everyone of them
5) Ask your feet "So, which one do you want?"
6) After your feet chooses a pair, pay up.
7) Go home and start playing!
Bottom line is, which pair of pedals do your feet prefer? That's what matters most when it comes to choosing something as personal as a pedal. All of us may give suggestions but ultimately the decision lies with your feet. Same with cymbals, snare drums, kits, anything and everything. Personal preference is key.
blissuicide
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Actually choice of pedals depend on couple of factors. One of the more important factors which many overlook is ur own ability. Tis come into contrast when choosing ultra-fast pedals such as DW 9000 series. When I first switch from DW 5000 to 9000, it seems like its a whole new ballgame. While the 5000 is fast and smooth, 9000 series take fastness and smoothness to a whole new level tat for those starting out on double pedal techniques may find it hard to get accustomed to. All this is due to DW's patented free-floating rotor system and tats why the 9000 series weighs in at a hefty price tag, together wif other extra, nifty features tat is not available in lower to mid range series. Although all tis features are nice to have, they are not really necessary so this is also another point to consider when choosing pedals. I've tried lotsa pedals in my 15yrs of drumming and I must say, a good all-round choice pedal would be the iron cobra. Its smooth and fast, though not as fast as DWs but then again, it makes up for great control and response. And then, its one of the most durable pedals out there due to the reinforcement of underneath ribbings, jus like the Eliminators. I've been a long time fan of DW and would not sacrifice it for anything else but I mus admit tat DW footboard has the tendency to split into 2 on some occasions. In my opinion, I mus say tat there are currently 5 great models of pedals out there and in no order of preference, they are Tama IC, Pearl Eliminator, DW9000, Sonor Giant Step and Axis. The last 3 are the top of the line and the most expensive pedals out there, while the first 2 provide some good competition while staying at a better budget. In all, I mus say Tama IC takes the cake in terms of value-for-money and why i chose IC to Eliminator is due to the fact tat I find the IC is more forgiving and has better control. Hey, its jus my 2-cents worth and jus trying to share the knowledge tat I have after all these years. Jus hope it proves useful....
After reading Blissuicide's review I really wanna get my hands on the Iron Cobras. I have been using my old Pearl Power Shifter pedals for almost 10 years now. And I got it second hand. It's really beaten up now. Like the screws are missing and the damn beaters keep on flying all over the place. Last I heared the Iron Cobra is going for about $450 at Swee Lee. Has it gone up or somethin? Or still the same price? Sorry ah. I very kiasu wan.. :lol:
ahpek1
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Currently I'm using the Yamaha Flying Dragon Dual-chain double pedal. Got it at Yamaha awhile back at 500+. All i can say is that i like the simple set up for this pedal. It's swift and i can simply adjust the tension and weight by adjusting the spring tension and the beater position. For 2years i've been using these pedals for my 6-nights a week gig and it serves me well, but of course occasionally i'll do some maintenance(clean, apply some singer-oil to the chain etc). Basically, we can't judge how good the pedals are, we must also look at our pedal technique.. Just my personal opinion 
Keep the faith!!
Keep the faith!!
That's true, pedals are really personal. I've owned Pearl P900's, the first DW 5000 Turbo's and Accellerator's, Axis for 10yrs and now using DW9000's. Looking back, I tried different pedals as my technique progressed and changed on the footboard. But I reckon the best feeling and speed I've had with the kick was using an old Pearl nylon strap drive pedal at my local church in oz which cost them $80... whatever feels comfy...
its up to ur own preference dude.i find personally that iron cobras are way heavy for the PUNCHand attack.as for myself i use the pearl eliminators.cause its way light and it also delivers a killer attack.plus you can either make it heavy or light.its actually up to u.it depends on wat genre ur playing.
hey guys, i've been using the DW 5000 since it came out and although i paid quite abit for it i think it was money well spent. 5yrs i've had it and i've never cleaned it or maintained it. i treat it like shit pretty much and chuck it ard and stuff. no problems wat so ever and it has never ever broken down or had the foot board break. in my opinion if u can break a DW footboard ur either damn fat or ur technique is wrong.
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