> > > New Yamaha Bass Drum Pedals!

Yamaha presented new bass drum pedal from FP9 series at NAMM, which is to offer modern solutions and ensure easy regulation. The series includes a single FP9C dual-chain pedal, FP9D single mechanism with direct-drive, DFP9C dual pedal with double chain and DFP9D – twin with direct-drive.

photo: yamaha.com

New mechanism from Yamaha include features designed by Yamaha that allow for smooth and dynamic work. The mechanism has a beater with adjustable weight, adjustable inclination of the footboard, which was made of aluminum. The pedals are supposed to refer to the famous Yamaha YZF-R1 motorcycles

Gavin Thomas – Drums Product Manager Yamaha Europe UK explained “The Drum Pedal is one of the most fundamental parts of the drum kit, and as such it requires a perfect feel, react to players movement smoothly and be strong and reliable. Naturally every drummer has an individual playing style, with some drummers demanding a high level of customised settings which have previously compromised the level of durability due to the many moving parts. In addition setting up often challenging due to the numerous setting up possibilities. Through extensive research and Development in both design and materials used, Yamaha have perfected the optimum drum pedal designed with both customisation and reliability in mind that will rev up any drummers performance.”

  • FP9C Single Pedal – Double Chain 300£
  • FP9D Single Pedal – Direct Drive 300£
  • FDP9C Double Pedal – Double Chain 576£
  • FDP9CL Double Pedal (Left)– Double Chain 576£
  • FDP9D Double Pedal – Direct Drive 576£