Pearl Demon Drive - anyone have one of these?

[Sean Conolly]

I've been 'kicking' around the idea of getting a new double pedal, and the
one that seems the most interesting to me is DD. I like the direct linkage
to the pedal board, although I think a lot of people are exaggerating the
potetial benefits. I also like the convertable foot board - just because I'd
like to try a long board for a while, but I'd hate to be stuck with it if it
turns out it's not working for me.

I really like the U-joints on the DD - it addresses something which has been
an obvious weakness of typical double pedals since the beginning: the
tiniest amount of play at the U-joint turns into a lot of slop at the beater
simply because the beater is so much further from the axis of motion. My
Tama IC had the U-joints wear out after a few years, which I think is too
early when I don't really play that much - usually no more than 10 hours a
week. I'm hoping that the design on the DD will be a lot more durable.

Anyway - now that the DD has been out for while, I thought I'd see who is
using them and how they feel about the pedals now.

Thanks,
Sean

[Jim Dwyer]

And the Ninja bearings!

I have not tried one but I am very interested in getting my feet on one.

Jim

Post by Sean Conolly
I've been 'kicking' around the idea of getting a new double pedal, and the
one that seems the most interesting to me is DD. I like the direct linkage
to the pedal board, although I think a lot of people are exaggerating the
potetial benefits. I also like the convertable foot board - just because
I'd like to try a long board for a while, but I'd hate to be stuck with it
if it turns out it's not working for me.
I really like the U-joints on the DD - it addresses something which has
been an obvious weakness of typical double pedals since the beginning: the
tiniest amount of play at the U-joint turns into a lot of slop at the
beater simply because the beater is so much further from the axis of
motion. My Tama IC had the U-joints wear out after a few years, which I
think is too early when I don't really play that much - usually no more
than 10 hours a week. I'm hoping that the design on the DD will be a lot
more durable.
Anyway - now that the DD has been out for while, I thought I'd see who is
using them and how they feel about the pedals now.
Thanks,
Sean

[Sean Conolly]

Post by Jim Dwyer
And the Ninja bearings!

Oh yeah - the skateboard bearings. I did this on a Tama pedal back in the
early 80's. Definately smoothed it out. I also borrowed another skateboard
trick - using graphite powder as a lubricant instead of oil. With oil any
dirt that gets in, stays in till it wears out the bearings. Graphite powder
keeps it slick and dry at the same time.

Post by Jim Dwyer
I have not tried one but I am very interested in getting my feet on one.

I have tried one and I really liked it - but the real test is with time of
course. Sometimes the thrill wears off, if you know what I mean.

Sean

[Jim Dwyer]

Yea I used graphite power on my sons cub car years ago. I will try it on
the bearing on my pedals.

Post by Sean Conolly

Post by Jim Dwyer
And the Ninja bearings!

Oh yeah - the skateboard bearings. I did this on a Tama pedal back in the
early 80's. Definately smoothed it out. I also borrowed another skateboard
trick - using graphite powder as a lubricant instead of oil. With oil any
dirt that gets in, stays in till it wears out the bearings. Graphite
powder keeps it slick and dry at the same time.

Post by Jim Dwyer
I have not tried one but I am very interested in getting my feet on one.

I have tried one and I really liked it - but the real test is with time of
course. Sometimes the thrill wears off, if you know what I mean.
Sean

[Mike]

I was thinking of this pedal as well but went with the Gibralter
Intruder direct drive peda insteadl. Doesnt have the convertable
footboard but for $279.00 shipped to my front door I can't complain.
Still fine tuning it as it is getting better and better with each
adjustment. $279.00 for this versus the $600.00 plus Pearl. For what
musicians are getting paid these days I went with something more
affordable and I am very happy with this pedal. Mainly I wanted direct
drive so I figure this was a cheap alternative and I have too mention
this thing is built like a tank as well.


On Thu, 26 Nov 2009 12:33:13 -0500, "Sean Conolly"

Post by Sean Conolly
I've been 'kicking' around the idea of getting a new double pedal, and the
one that seems the most interesting to me is DD. I like the direct linkage
to the pedal board, although I think a lot of people are exaggerating the
potetial benefits. I also like the convertable foot board - just because I'd
like to try a long board for a while, but I'd hate to be stuck with it if it
turns out it's not working for me.
I really like the U-joints on the DD - it addresses something which has been
an obvious weakness of typical double pedals since the beginning: the
tiniest amount of play at the U-joint turns into a lot of slop at the beater
simply because the beater is so much further from the axis of motion. My
Tama IC had the U-joints wear out after a few years, which I think is too
early when I don't really play that much - usually no more than 10 hours a
week. I'm hoping that the design on the DD will be a lot more durable.
Anyway - now that the DD has been out for while, I thought I'd see who is
using them and how they feel about the pedals now.
Thanks,
Sean

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Regards

Mike