This page tells you how to use a drum pedal. Whether you've been playing the drums for a little while or are brand new, this page can help you learn important things about using the drum pedal that you didn't know before. Read on to learn about adjusting the different pedal settings as well as securing it and getting the right feel.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8NXCTHxF30&feature=player_embedded
How To Use A Drum Pedal
This video talks about how to use a drum pedal. The host of the clip starts off by telling you about all the different parts of a drum pedal. There are screws that go into the floor to keep your pedal solidly in one place as well as a clip that attaches to your bass drum and makes sure nothing slides.
Step 1: Secure the Pedal
You may have a frustrating time with your drum pedal if it moves around. Because of this, many pedals have screws that allow you to anchor the pedal directly to the floor. You can also clip the pedal onto the drum so that the spacing between the pedal and the drum always remains the same. This should ensure that everything stays in place as you play.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8NXCTHxF30&feature=player_embedded
Step 2: Adjust for Tension
Many drum pedals have an adjustable spring that pulls the hammer away from the drum between beats. Thanks to this spring, the pedal will always come back up on its own. Depending on how you play and what you're used to, you may want to adjust this spring. Adding tension will require you to push the pedal down with more force as the spring resists the pressure exerted by your foot.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8NXCTHxF30&feature=player_embedded
Step 3: Adjust for Sound
Depending on the features of your pedal, you may be able to adjust the sound in two different ways. In order to get a louder sound with the same amount of force, the hammer can be raised so that it swings farther and hits the drum at a higher rate of speed. You may also be able to turn the hammer around 180 degrees and use a pad on the back of the hammer. It will soften the impact and change the sound of your drum.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8NXCTHxF30&feature=player_embedded
More Drum How Tos on Mahalo
Check out the how tos below to learn how to play other songs on drums:
- How to Play 16th Notes on Drums
- How to Hold Drumsticks
- What are Drum Set Parts
- How to Play a Basic Rock Beat on Drums
- How to Play a Snare Drum
- How to Play Eighth Notes on Drums
- How to Play Drum Fills
- How to Play Quarter Notes on Drums
- How to Set up a Snare Drum
- How to Use a Drum Pedal
- How to Tune A Snare Drum
References
Fast Facts
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Securing the pedal to the floor will prevent it from sliding
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Some drum pedals have pads on one side of the hammer that change the sound of the drum
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Most pedals clip the the drum so the pedal and drum stay together
