Відео

I agree, adding triplets (and other subdivisions too) will really enhance this exercise. I plan to do a more advanced version of this at some point. Thanks for watching

Most likely to be the clamp coming undone yes, check the clamp is tightening properly. You may need a hoop protector strip on the hoop too if the clamp doesn't tighten up properly. but also check that the angle of the bass drum is correct too - not too steep or wonky. What type of pedal is it? Is it like the basic one I show here with a flat bar underneath it? Or is it like the other two I show with rails underneath

Mine's the inch level one the first one you show in the video when you go through them!

@@jordonpolete7381 in that case you need to make sure that the flat bar underneath is attached to the clamp properly, before you tighten the clamp down onto the hoop. If you have done that and it still comes away, then I would strongly suggest a cheap second hand upgrade would make a massive difference to your playing and enjoyment of it. There's loads of bargains on gumtree/marketplace etc and you can probably pick up a decent make mind range pedal by the likes of tama, pearl, Mapex, sonor, Gibraltar etc, nice and cheap. It's definitely worth it. Those really cheap pedals are notoriously bad for falling apart in every way, they're also horrible to play on

Without seeing and hearing it it's hard to tell exactly, but could be a few things; firstly the spring tension could be set too tight, or the sensitivity threshold setting in the module or 'brain' is set too high and it's double triggering, or finally, it could potentially be a technique issue - where you place your foot on the footboard and how you play (heel up or down etc) all makes a difference. Do you get the same issue on an acoustic kit? If so, it might be technique, if not, it'll be the wrong spring tension, angle of attack and/or module threshold setting. Good luck, hope you solve it either way

@@BeatmastersGuild I adjusted the spring tension and now feels WAY better! Thanks! 🙏

There might be a way of doing it if you take it all apart and reassamble the axle with the cam in a different position, but it can be complicated and not really worth it. I will say this though, if you upgrade your pedal to even a budget second hand one, you'll notice a big improvement in feel and how nice it is to play. Treat yourself

It's a really common problem unfortunately. What you can do though, is get a second nut and tighten it up against the first nut to stop it coming undone. It does work. Alternatively, there are clutches available now that have locking nuts on them so they never come undone. Worth having a look. Makes like DW, yamaha, Tama, pearl etc all do them. Check compatibility with the size of your pull rod first though.

This is a really common problem Chris, I feel your plight. There are a couple of solutions to try though; you could add a second nut underneath the first one (tightened up firmly against the first nut and then they won't come undone), or you could change the clutch assembly for one of the ones with a locking bottom nut (they lock with a drum key). Gibraltar, tama, Yamaha, pearl etc all make them. You'll need to check compatibility with your stand first though, but they're all great and worth the money

@@BeatmastersGuild I’ll definitely look into a locking clutch, thanks. I do use a second nut underneath the first one but it comes undone now and then too. Thanks though :)

@@ChrisAirsoft556 the double nut method needs a little nip up with a wrench/spanners to work best - don't overtighten though. Sounds like the locking clutch is probably the best option for you. They're really convenient for quick set up time too

Best way of stopping it coming loose is to get a second nut (a hardware store will help find you the right size if you're not sure) and tighten that up against the first one (once you've set the desired tension first). Or, you could get some loctite or thread lock fluid, and apply a bit to the thread of the nut - this will be harder to adjust in the future though. First method will be better.

Sounds like you need to increase the spring tension on the stand. There is a dial (or wheel ), or drum key operated screw, on the hi-hat stand that can be tightened to give a stronger spring setting. I'd try that first. Hope you can sort it.

Yes try problem three, but possibly also the angle of the bass drum reso head side playing a part too. Watch around 5:10 onwards and then check yours

You're welcome. Thanks for watching!

If you take the assembly to a hardware store you can probably buy a generic nut to fit on - possibly 6mm/8mm - different makes are different sizes so I don't know for sure. However, the easiest route is to buy a new 'bass drum pedal spring tensioner assembly'. It'll come with the spring washer that's needed too. Make sure you get the correct make though and make sure it is compatible with your model of pedal

It's difficult to say exactly as it'll depend on the make of stand. I'll hazard a guess and say 6mm thread though on average. You could replace with a bolt from a hardware store if you take it in to match it up. Alternatively, you can replace the whole 'hi-hat rest' (that's the round plastic part that the felt sits on and joins to the down tube.) You can buy hi-hat rests online or through local drum store. Again, check the make though if you're going that route. You may also have to chisel the old one off as sometimes they are glued on tight (don't do that until you have a matching replacement though obviously!). Cheapest route will be a new bolt though but it may keep coming loose if there's a problem with the nut inside the hi-hat rest. Good luck, hope you can get it sorted.

That's brilliant! Always good to hear that it's been helpful. Thanks for watching

That's great to hear. Welcome aboard, let me know if you get stuck and have any questions. Happy drumming Shawn

@@BeatmastersGuild Careful. as a newb my ignorance is vast, at the start is seems like Everest, just trying to take small steps and you helped.

You could try adjusting your spring tension to see if that helps at all, but from experience of teaching others that have had similar issues to this, it sounds like a technique issue. There's no problem with keeping pulse with your left foot, but it's best to utilise that in your playing if you're going to do it - try playing deliberate quarter notes or eighth notes with your left foot (heel up) and use it to your advantage. It can sound great while your right hand is on the ride cymbal but I've seen it done while playing on the hi-hats too. It's muscle memory and will take time to perfect, so work slowly at first before trying faster tempos. Remember that there should be minimal tension in your body when you play though. Best of luck. Thanks for watching.

@@BeatmastersGuild I do play quarter notes. I like playing quarter notes with my foot. It's fun and spices up the groove so much. But this tension issue that I have throws in a one eight note in my game, a note that I don't want there. Now, I'm not yet that good with foot driven eight notes on hi-hat, it still messes up my dominant foot when I try, so I stay away from em for now 🙂 But I will keep working on it. The thing is, it appears my hi-hat stand does not have spring tension adjustment. I looked for it, but could not find none. The stand was a gift from a fellow drummer. Now, is it possible (if there are hi-hat stands without spring tension adjustment as an option) that I got that very one that has no tension adjustment? Could that be the case here? But if I have had a stand that has spring tension adjustment, how would I go about adjusting it? What does one do exactly? One more thing, how do I tell the two stands apart. If I wanted a hi hat stand with a spring tension adjustment, what exactly should I look for when I am out shopping for one, so I don't end up buying another stand that has no spring tension adjustment? What's the tell tale sign I have to pay attention to?

@@alisaljic it's still worth a look at technique and see if there's any underlying issues there. Remember to keep things slow when making changes. As for stands without spring tension adjustment; yes some stands don't have it. If they do have adjustability, it's usually a small dial/wheel above the footboard near the bottom of the stand. The tighter you make it, the harder it is to press the cymbals together. Most stands these days have adjustability though except really cheap models mid range models from - Mapex pearl Tama DW Gibraltar Natal Yamaha etc will be fine. The more you spend, the more control you have over things. No substitute for dialing technique first though

@@BeatmastersGuild Thanks 👍🖖

That's thorough. I wouldn't worry too much about the beater position then (provided that it's not too far off centre)

Firstly, what a great set up! Dw5000 pedal with a SJC custom kit!? - I bet that's fantastic! As for the beater position, don't worry too much. It's quite normal for the beater to hit just off dead centre, especially on smaller bass drums. The 5000 pedals, although excellent, are slightly harder to position in my opinion than some other makes. You can adjust the beater holder on the axle and slide it along (left or right ) a bit if you need (think it's an hex key adjustment just underneath) but a tiny bit off centre is generally ok. Thank you for watching and enjoy the new kit!

Oh yeah. It’s a beautiful setup. I’ll be 40 soon and I’ve always wanted to customize my own kit. I’m grateful for it no doubt. Thank you so much for the detailed reply. I figured it’s probably nothing to be concerned about, it’s just the OCD side of me wanting it to be in the center. lol. I actually have the DW 9000 pedal not the 5000 and I can’t really figure out how to adjust the cam position horizontally but if you think it’s nothing to worry about and I’m not missing out on any punch then I’ll leave it for now. Thank you kindly good sir.

@@DrumN4Jesus oh yeah, I've just re-read it and saw that it was a 9000 pedal you have, not the 5000, sorry. I'm not so familiar with that model as I don't have one, but a quick look online myself and I couldn't see an obvious way of adjusting the beater position L-R on the axle, so it might be difficult to get dead-centre alignment. The main thing to consider, is the sound and the feel of it - if the pedal feels good to play and the sound is good, then I wouldn't worry too much. After all, concert bass drums aren't played dead-centre and it's less-critical on an acoustic kit than it is on an electric kit (for triggering consistency reasons). As long as it isn't miles off! Happy drumming and enjoy the great set up you've got! Thanks for watching

Thanks for watching. Much appreciated

You could always try using a drop of loctite or similar thread lock fluid to hold it in the position that you want it - once you've got it in the right position for you obviously. Failing that, an upgraded pedal will definitely make a difference. It'll feel nicer to play too.

@@BeatmastersGuild oh yeah, true! Thanks for the recommendation :). I was talking with a guitar center worker who I’ve sorta known from the store for a while who recommended (for me not wanting to spend d a lot) tama iron cobra 200 or DW 2000 so I might invest soon!

@@jacobfurst4266 they're both good pedals. You'll notice a difference if you do upgrade. Good luck and happy drumming

Thank you. Much appreciated

Thank you glad it was useful

yes I know what you mean. It's a surprisingly good pedal, and it folds up small too.

Not much info in your comment for me to be able to give more advice, but assuming that the first problem I outlined in the video was what's wrong with your pedal, then it's worth checking that the beater diameter is correct for your pedal (if it's too small then it won't tighten), and secondly worth checking that the screw isn't cross-threaded too. Happy to try advise further if you give me some more info. Cheers

@@BeatmastersGuild it’s staying on now my dad just tightened it really tight and it’s staying on now

Have you checked that everything is tight? Especially on the axle? That would be my first recommendation to check. Nothing should feel loose.

Hi Jordan, yes it does. You need to check what size yours is to make sure you get the correct one. Sometimes you can find a replacement on eBay or similar though. You can measure across the threads (guides available online if you're not sure). You may be able to order the wingscrew from the manufacturer, or a third-party one online. Just check that the thread in the stand isn't damaged too - look into helicoil options if so. Hope you get it sorted.

How do I check to make sure the inside isn't damaged!

@@jordonpolete7381 you can usually tell if the threads are damaged, have a quick look at the threads and see if they are broken. Hopefully they're not and you can just replace the wingscrew

The only I'm asking I had to replace mine I borrowed one from my church off a old kit as the replacement it fits well just looks a little bigger!

@@jordonpolete7381 there's usually a couple of different thread sizes (depends on the manufacturer.) If you're not sure on sizes, best just get the original manufacturer's replacement. Hopefully you can find one. Good luck.

Thanks for watching

Yeah it's surprising how much better it can feel to play when your pedals have been adjusted to how you like them. Thanks for watching

You're very welcome. Thanks for watching.

Awesome. Thanks for watching

It can be adjusted using the drum key fitting that I point to at 1:01 in the video. Loosen that screw off and slide the beater up or down to the desired height

That's what we were hoping for, so it's great to hear it helped. Thanks for watching

That's great to hear! Glad the video helped

That's brilliant, glad it helped you out. Thanks for watching

Thank you, that's great to hear

Brilliant. Glad it helped. Thanks for watching

Thanks Vaughn

You're most welcome. Thank you

That's great to hear! Thank you

Thank you 👍

As far as I know, they are cast metal. Die cast probably, or some type of alloy. It's a surprisingly weak material, which is why they often break or crack. More expensive pedals are less likely to break than the cheaper ones

That is frustrating. It sounds like a couple of possible things; the beater shaft diameter is perhaps the wrong size for the pedal? or perhaps the key screw is cross-threaded or "threaded" and therefore only becoming tight enough to hold it for a short time, or perhaps you may have over tightened it and stripped the threads inside. If it is not these issues, then you could try using loctite or another similar metal thread glue to hold it in place. Hope you get it fixed. Thanks for watching.