{"id":34792,"date":"2022-05-17T15:03:22","date_gmt":"2022-05-17T22:03:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/?p=34792"},"modified":"2023-04-27T15:38:11","modified_gmt":"2023-04-27T22:38:11","slug":"double-bass-drumming-setup-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/double-bass-drumming-setup-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Set Up Your Double Bass Pedals"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-howto\" class=\"rank-math-block\" >\n<div class=\"rank-math-howto-description\">\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s the quickest way to set up your double bass pedals:<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"rank-math-steps \">\n<div id=\"howto-step-1677539944614\" class=\"rank-math-step\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-step-title \">1. Connect the pedals together<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-step-content \"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/27152528\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-102.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"Connecting the double pedals together with the drive shaft\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/27152528\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-102.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/27152528\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-102-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/27152528\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-102-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/27152528\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-102-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" title=\"\"><p>Use a drum key to connect the drive shaft to the pedals.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"howto-step-1677540451733\" class=\"rank-math-step\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-step-title \">2. Clamp the main pedal to the bass drum<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-step-content \"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/27152526\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-140.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"clamp pedal onto bass drum hoop\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/27152526\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-140.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/27152526\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-140-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/27152526\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-140-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/27152526\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-140-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" title=\"\"><p>Attach the main pedal (with the two beaters) onto the hoop of the bass drum. Tighten the screw on the clamp with your fingers to keep it in place.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"howto-step-1677540575619\" class=\"rank-math-step\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-step-title \">3. Adjust the spring tension<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-step-content \"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1786\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/27152537\/adjustspringtension.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"adjust bass drum pedal spring tension\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/27152537\/adjustspringtension.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/27152537\/adjustspringtension-202x300.jpeg 202w, https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/27152537\/adjustspringtension-688x1024.jpeg 688w, https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/27152537\/adjustspringtension-768x1143.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/27152537\/adjustspringtension-1032x1536.jpeg 1032w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" title=\"\"><p>Adjust the spring tension on the pedals if needed. A tighter spring means quicker rebound.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"howto-step-1677540644780\" class=\"rank-math-step\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-step-title \">4. Adjust the footboard angle if needed<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-step-content \"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/27152534\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-125.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/27152534\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-125.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/27152534\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-125-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/27152534\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-125-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/27152534\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-125-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" title=\"\"><p>Use the drum key to adjust the footboard angle if needed.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"howto-step-1677540680554\" class=\"rank-math-step\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-step-title \">5. Make sure you&#8217;re comfortable<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-step-content \"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/27152531\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-116.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"double bass pedal and bass drum\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/27152531\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-116.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/27152531\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-116-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/27152531\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-116-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/27152531\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-116-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" title=\"\"><p>You&#8217;re off to the races! Feel free to keep making adjustments to the pedal position and settings until you&#8217;re comfortable.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>That&#8217;s the TL;DR how-to. But read on if you&#8217;re looking for a detailed breakdown of how to set up double pedals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re using a double kick pedal or setting up two single pedals with two bass drums, the following tips will make your job <em>way <\/em>easier.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dialing in the perfect settings on a single pedal can be tricky, so imagine trying to set up <em>two<\/em>! Don&#8217;t worry &#8211; it&#8217;s not as hard as it looks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Different settings work well for different purposes, so read on to find out which double pedal settings are best for you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(By the way, we&#8217;re going to use the terms &#8216;double bass&#8217; and &#8216;double kick&#8217; interchangeably here.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><ul><li ><a href=\"#how-to-set-up-a-double-bass-pedal\">How to set up a double bass pedal<\/a><ul><li ><a href=\"#pedal-anatomy\">Pedal Anatomy<\/a><\/li><li ><a href=\"#pedal-assembly\">Pedal Assembly<\/a><\/li><li ><a href=\"#attaching-the-pedal-to-the-bass-drum\">Attaching the pedal to the bass drum<\/a><\/li><li ><a href=\"#primary-pedal-placement-on-the-hoop\">Primary pedal placement on the hoop<\/a><\/li><li ><a href=\"#secondary-pedal-placement-beside-the-hi-hat-stand\">Secondary pedal placement beside the hi-hat stand<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li ><a href=\"#double-bass-pedal-settings\">Double bass pedal settings<\/a><ul><li ><a href=\"#spring-tension-settings\">Spring tension settings<\/a><\/li><li ><a href=\"#footboard-angle\">Footboard angle\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li ><a href=\"#beater-height\">Beater height<\/a><\/li><li ><a href=\"#best-settings-for-slow-double-bass-power\">Best settings for slow double bass (power)<\/a><\/li><li ><a href=\"#best-settings-for-fast-double-bass-speed\">Best settings for fast double bass (speed)<\/a><\/li><li ><a href=\"#best-settings-for-heel-toe-double-strokes\">Best settings for heel-toe\/double strokes<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li ><a href=\"#how-to-set-up-a-double-bass-drum-kit-with-two-single-pedals\">How to set up a double bass drum kit with two single pedals<\/a><\/li><li ><a href=\"#single-pedal-settings\">Single pedal settings<\/a><\/li><li ><a href=\"#other-double-bass-options\">Other double bass options<\/a><ul><li ><a href=\"#offset-kicks\">Offset kicks<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li ><a href=\"#the-bottom-line\">The bottom line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07113836\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-105-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"double kick pedal dw 9000\" class=\"wp-image-35066\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07113836\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-105-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07113836\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-105-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07113836\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-105-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07113836\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-105.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">DW 9000 double bass pedal<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-set-up-a-double-bass-pedal\"><strong>How to set up a double bass pedal<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"pedal-anatomy\"><strong>Pedal Anatomy<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/imp.i114863.net\/MXVVBN\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Bass drum pedals<\/a> are some of the busiest pieces of drum equipment. They have so many adjustment options and learning about those options takes some time.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For a more in-depth breakdown of single pedal anatomy, check out this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/ultimate-guide-bass-drum-pedals\/\">guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to <a href=\"https:\/\/imp.i114863.net\/mgvvEZ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">double bass drum pedals<\/a>, there are a few extra parts involved:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The main pedal has an extra beater and spring.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A drive shaft &#8211; the piece that connects the main pedal to the slave pedal (the secondary pedal) &#8211; triggers their movement.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The location of these parts might differ slightly from pedal to pedal, but most double kick pedals are designed around a similar concept.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/16153309\/DoubleKickAnatomy-01-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"parts of the double bass pedal anatomy\" class=\"wp-image-35318\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/16153309\/DoubleKickAnatomy-01-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/16153309\/DoubleKickAnatomy-01-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/16153309\/DoubleKickAnatomy-01-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/16153309\/DoubleKickAnatomy-01-1-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/16153309\/DoubleKickAnatomy-01-1-2048x1367.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Parts of the double bass pedal<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"pedal-assembly\">Pedal Assembly<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s a lot easier to set up a double pedal when the main pedal isn\u2019t attached to the bass drum yet. Set all the parts out on a flat surface where you can see everything and start by attaching the second kick drum beater to the main pedal. Make sure it\u2019s the same height as the primary beater.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After that, you\u2019ll need to attach the drive shaft that links the primary pedal to the slave pedal. You\u2019ll need a drum key to tighten the screws, but you should first make sure that the slave pedal sits at the same height and angle as the main pedal before tightening them too much.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12123521\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-102-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"adjust drive shaft double bass pedal\" class=\"wp-image-35208\" width=\"840\" height=\"560\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12123521\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-102-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12123521\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-102-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12123521\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-102-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12123521\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-102.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Adjusting the length of the drive shaft<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t worry about the exact settings for now; we\u2019re just trying to set the general positions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When both pedals are sitting comfortably at the same height, and you can feel some resistance when pressing on them, the next step is placing the pedal on the bass drum.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"attaching-the-pedal-to-the-bass-drum\"><strong>Attaching the pedal to the bass drum<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07125435\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-140-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"how to attach bass drum pedal to bass drum hoop\" class=\"wp-image-35079\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07125435\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-140-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07125435\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-140-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07125435\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-140-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07125435\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-140.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Attaching the bass drum pedal to the bass drum hoop<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"primary-pedal-placement-on-the-hoop\"><strong>Primary pedal placement on the hoop<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Every bass drum pedal has a clamp that lets you attach the pedal to the hoop of the bass drum. You tighten this clamp with either a wing bolt or a drum key, depending on the type of pedal you have.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tightening the clamp too much and leaving it for extended periods often leaves marks on the hoop, so we recommend getting a <a href=\"https:\/\/imp.i114863.net\/QOXXnz\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">hoop protector<\/a> if you want to preserve the wood as much as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, you could fold the piece of cardboard that came with your last pair of drumsticks and wrap that over the hoops. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/25-drum-hacks-anyone-can-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">David Raouf<\/a> is a fan of this idea, and it\u2019s totally free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure the bass drum angles out slightly to the right, rather than directly in front of you. If you aren&#8217;t sure what angle to place the drum, sit down and see where your feet naturally land. Then place the pedals and bass drum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"secondary-pedal-placement-beside-the-hi-hat-stand\"><strong>Secondary pedal placement beside the hi-hat stand<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the biggest hurdles for double kick drummers is finding a comfortable spot for the secondary pedal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the easiest solutions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Use a hi-hat stand with rotatable legs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use a two-legged hi-hat stand&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Place the slave pedal to the left of the hi-hat pedal instead of the right&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If your hi-hat stand\u2019s legs don\u2019t rotate, placing the slave pedal to the left of the hi-hat pedal is one way to keep your stand as close as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12124839\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-106-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35213\" width=\"840\" height=\"560\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12124839\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-106-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12124839\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-106-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12124839\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-106-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12124839\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-106.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Placing the slave pedal to the left of the hi-hat stand (a little awkward, but it works)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You could technically set it up to the right of the hi-hat by sliding it under one of the hi-hat legs, but the leg may get in the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07114432\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-120-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35076\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07114432\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-120-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07114432\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-120-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07114432\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-120-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07114432\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-120.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Placing the double kick pedal under the leg of the hi-hat stand (not ideal, but it&#8217;ll work in a pinch)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If the hi-hat stand\u2019s legs can be rotated &#8211; or if you have a two-legged hi-hat stand &#8211; you can rest the slave pedal to the right of the hi-hat without blocking the hi-hat pedal.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07114516\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-121-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35077\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07114516\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-121-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07114516\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-121-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07114516\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-121-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07114516\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-121.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Placing the slave pedal to the right of the hi-hat stand (rotating stand)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07114243\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-113-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"double bass pedal hi-hat placement\" class=\"wp-image-35072\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07114243\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-113-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07114243\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-113-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07114243\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-113-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07114243\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-113.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Placing the slave pedal to the right of the hi-hat stand (two-legged stand)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Getting a two-legged stand will make things a lot easier, but we\u2019d suggest getting a top-quality one if you go that route. The lack of a third leg makes a stand a bit less sturdy. Some good options are the <a href=\"https:\/\/imp.i114863.net\/jW44ya\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Tama HH905D Iron Cobra<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/imp.i114863.net\/kjvvMv\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Ludwig Atlas Pro<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><iframe class=\"email-form-include-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/weeklyemail\" frameborder=\"none\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"double-bass-pedal-settings\"><strong>Double bass pedal settings<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"spring-tension-settings\"><strong>Spring tension settings<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The key to dialing in good spring tension settings for double pedals is to find a balance of speed and resistance.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most pedals have a similar tension adjustment design (one notable exception is Trick pedals, which use a dial). If you need to tighten the springs &#8211; which requires pulling them down &#8211; loosen the screw on top first, then move the screw on the bottom to lock it in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12125853\/adjustspringtension-688x1024.jpg\" alt=\"how to tighten drum pedal spring tension\" class=\"wp-image-35217\" width=\"839\" height=\"1249\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12125853\/adjustspringtension-688x1024.jpg 688w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12125853\/adjustspringtension-202x300.jpg 202w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12125853\/adjustspringtension-768x1143.jpg 768w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12125853\/adjustspringtension-1032x1536.jpg 1032w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12125853\/adjustspringtension.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 839px) 100vw, 839px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If the spring tension is too tight, the pedal might rebound too quickly for the tempo you\u2019re playing, making it hard for your foot to keep up. If the spring tension is too loose, your legs will be doing all the work, and you&#8217;ll deplete your stamina much more quickly. Not ideal for double pedal playing!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07125558\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-141-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"double pedal loose spring tension\" class=\"wp-image-35082\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07125558\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-141-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07125558\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-141-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07125558\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-141-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07125558\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-141.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Loose spring tension<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07125607\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-142-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"double pedal tight spring tension\" class=\"wp-image-35083\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07125607\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-142-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07125607\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-142-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07125607\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-142-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/07125607\/2022-05-05-Double-Bass-Beat-142.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">High spring tension<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Try to find the sweet spot between those two factors. Sometimes it takes trial, error, and patience to figure it out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"footboard-angle\"><strong>Footboard angle&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>When adjusting the footboard angles, you\u2019ll notice that the angle at which the beaters swing toward the bass drum changes as well. This is important to note as it affects the velocity of your bass drum strikes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower your pedals are to the ground, the closer your beaters will be to the bass drum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12130500\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-126-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"lower footboard angle double pedal\" class=\"wp-image-35221\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12130500\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-126-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12130500\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-126-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12130500\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-126-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12130500\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-126.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Lower footboard angle<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019ll be more distance between the beater and the drumhead when your pedals are angled higher from the ground.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12130506\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-125-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"higher footboard angle double pedal\" class=\"wp-image-35222\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12130506\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-125-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12130506\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-125-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12130506\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-125-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12130506\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-125.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Higher footboard angle<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Try to find a happy medium with your footboard angle (somewhere around 20-25 degrees). Just note that if there\u2019s a bit more distance between the beater and the head, momentum will be on your side, and you may be able to play <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/how-to-play-fast-double-bass-patterns\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">fast double bass patterns<\/a> for longer.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"beater-height\"><strong>Beater height<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Your beater height depends on the size of your bass drum. The best place for the beaters to sit is a position that lets them strike near the center of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/how-to-choose-a-bass-drum-head\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">drumhead<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12130920\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-116-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"double kick beater position\" class=\"wp-image-35224\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12130920\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-116-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12130920\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-116-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12130920\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-116-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12130920\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-116.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Higher beater position<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>However, you can adjust the height of your beaters slightly to achieve different levels of intensity with your strokes. Higher beaters will give you louder bass drum notes, while lower ones will sound less intense.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12130929\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-114-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"double kick beater position\" class=\"wp-image-35225\" width=\"840\" height=\"560\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12130929\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-114-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12130929\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-114-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12130929\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-114-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12130929\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-114.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Lower beater position<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"best-settings-for-slow-double-bass-power\"><strong>Best settings for slow double bass (power)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>You should lower the spring tension for powerful double bass playing as you\u2019ll be able to use the full motion of your legs to get more force behind your strokes. You&#8217;ll get a bit more volume if you raise the heights of your beaters (don\u2019t raise them too high, though, or they might hit your shins when they bounce back).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll also get more volume if your pedals are angled high. With more space between the pedals and the floor, you\u2019ll be able to hit the bass drum harder.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To get the most power, you probably want to play heel-up with your feet higher up on the pedals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12131253\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-131-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"pedal position double bass\" class=\"wp-image-35229\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12131253\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-131-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12131253\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-131-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12131253\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-131-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12131253\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-131.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"best-settings-for-fast-double-bass-speed\"><strong>Best settings for fast double bass (speed)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Higher spring tension is best for faster playing. Your feet can use the rebound\/momentum of the pedals to maintain steady speeds.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A medium angle is best for your footboards. If the angle is too low, you won\u2019t get volume. If it\u2019s too high, playing fast patterns will be hard.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To get the most speed, you probably want to play heel-up with your feet further down on the pedals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12131304\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-130-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"pedal position double bass\" class=\"wp-image-35230\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12131304\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-130-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12131304\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-130-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12131304\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-130-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12131304\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-130.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"best-settings-for-heel-toe-double-strokes\"><strong>Best settings for heel-toe\/double strokes<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A lower footboard angle is best for using the heel-toe technique, considering there\u2019ll be less movement time between your heel and your toes. Tight tension settings are also great as they produce more rebound from the beaters for more efficient playing.<\/p>\n\n\n<p><iframe class=\"email-form-include-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/weeklyemail\" frameborder=\"none\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"TwoBassDrums\" style=\"color: #0b76db;\"><strong>How to set up a double bass drum kit with two single pedals<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The standard way to set up two bass drums is to place your snare drum in between them. Set these up first, then you can place all the other drums.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12131421\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-143-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"double bass drum setup\" class=\"wp-image-35234\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12131421\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-143-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12131421\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-143-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12131421\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-143-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/12131421\/2022-05-10-Double-Bass-Beat-143.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure you use the same types of single pedals. While you may be able to dial in similar settings on different pedals, they\u2019ll rarely be the same (thanks to different setting options from multiple brands).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With a double bass drum setup, face the bass drums slightly outward and angled from your body. Funnily enough, this is actually a bit more ergonomic than the single bass drum setups that many drummers usually go for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(You should tell that to the next person who questions your choice of using two bass drums)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"single-pedal-settings\"><strong>Single pedal settings<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The benefit of having two single pedals is that you don\u2019t have the added weight of the drive shaft. Without it, you can easily dial in the same settings for each pedal.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To check if your tension settings are matched, push both pedals with your hand and see if they wobble at the same speed. If one goes faster than the other for the first few seconds, it means its tension is higher.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"blue-text-block\"><center><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/ultimate-guide-bass-drum-pedals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.musora.com\/image\/fetch\/w_1400,q_auto:good\/https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/24202614\/2021-11-22-Bass-Petals-130-Edit-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><\/a>Want to know more about beater types, pedal brands and more?<br>\nCheck out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/ultimate-guide-bass-drum-pedals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the ultimate guide to bass drum pedals here<\/a>!<\/center><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"other-double-bass-options\"><strong>Other double bass options<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"offset-kicks\"><strong>Offset kicks<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/imp.i114863.net\/jW44yb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Offset pedals<\/a> allow you to place your bass drum directly in front of your snare drum and align the rest of your kit in a symmetrical way. These pedals give you the same benefits as a dual bass drum setup. They\u2019re ergonomically excellent, allowing you to play with both legs at natural angles to your body.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The downside is that you\u2019re essentially playing with two slave pedals. The response isn\u2019t as direct as it would be with standard pedals. They feel epic to play once you get used to that, though.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-bottom-line\"><strong>The bottom line<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s always trial-and-error when it comes to finding the perfect pedal settings. Everyone has their preferences. While you may think you\u2019re running on clouds with your pedals, your friend might sit behind your kit and hate how it feels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn how to set up your pedals in a standard, &#8216;happy medium&#8217; configuration and then fine-tune from there to suit your preferences.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019re all set up, here are some free double bass resources to check out:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=SsbwuGVbdPQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5 Easy Double Bass Songs<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/double-bass-control\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How To Develop Control &amp; Dexterity On Double Bass<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/derek-roddys-double-bass-technique\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Derek Roddy\u2019s Double Bass Technique<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/double-bass-grooves\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Easy Double Bass Grooves That Sound Hard<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>On top of these, Drumeo has a ton of double bass video lessons and play-along tracks for drummers of all skill levels &#8211; plus personalized feedback, active community forums, practice tools and so much more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;ll even find beginner and intermediate &#8216;boot camps&#8217; where you work on control and endurance alongside a seasoned double bass drummer who walks you through the exercises.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A Drumeo membership costs just $20 a month and it&#8217;s absolutely worth it. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here to learn more<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<p><iframe class=\"email-form-include-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/weeklyemail\" frameborder=\"none\"><\/iframe><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn (with detailed photos) how to set up and optimize your double bass pedals for any style of playing.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":174,"featured_media":35064,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[4020],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/34792"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/174"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=34792"}],"version-history":[{"count":98,"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/34792\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":45314,"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/34792\/revisions\/45314"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/35064"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=34792"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=34792"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=34792"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}