Top 3 Double Bass Drumming Mistakes (And How To Fix Them)
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- Top 3 Double Bass Drumming Mistakes (And How To Fix Them)
Are you making these top 3 double bass drumming mistakes? Watch this video to find out how to improve your technique and prevent injuries.
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Cameron you are an excellent instructor - you break it down so it’s easy to understand and practice. I’ve been playing most of my life, but there’s always room for improvement. Thank you!
As a drum instructor, I find this to be great advice. Well done!
I'm just glad my advice didn't make you want to throw your drumsticks out the window!
you literally posted this at the perfect time thank you man
No worries, dude! Glad it hit the spot when you needed it!
@@eesktv SAME HERE
Hello Cameron,
I have to admit your videos are of great help for me lately.
I have taken a lot of time learning about my body and habits behind the kit after 20 years of playing.
I have improved a lot more these last 5 years than anything else just by listenning to my body while playing.
I could talk about finding my way through doubles and finger flying techniques despite my handicap on my right hand.
BUT
I can't help but burying the beater and it stresses me a lot, to not manage to do what others drummers do "easily".
I play mostly heel up and ankle technique at high tempos.
I kinda play like Chris Turner, bare feet and burying the beater each stroke even when resting.
My left foot is less a problem but I tend to make some mini strokes when preparing the next one.
I adjusted the tension of the spring a bit more but there is some strokes from time to time.
I have noticed you play very far from the pedal board when I put my foot entirely on the pedal board, this give me great feel and navigation when playing double strokes or switching from heel up to ankle.
When playing with shoes, it feels uncomfortable but I have to say, I feel "higher" on the pedals and my heel is resting so much higher than bare foot when trying to have my foot like yours.
But I may be wrong and this is where my problems come from.
Too much time playing the same technique without thinking "hey ! Is this the best I can take from my playing ?"
Maybe I could have some advice. I really feel I miss something and my technique is poor.
Thanks a lot and keep going with your awesome content.
Had a zoom call with you a couple of months ago. Steve from Louisiana, this really helps. Thanks bro.
I'm glad to hear that the video helped you out, Steve! Always great to connect with fellow drummers.
You’re an amazing teacher bro. Gotta give you your props. I’m not great yet. But thanks to your double bass tips, I’m way better than when I started. You really break things down well.
I like when you said “the rabbit hole of TH-cam videos” because I’ve gone through that. Your tips make a lot of sense, so thanks.
Hey, thanks a ton! Super stoked to hear my tips are helping you out. Just keep jamming, and you’ll be crushing it in no time!
@@CameronFleury Most definitely brother. Practice still makes perfect. I play my new kit, as often as I can. Keep the great vids coming!
I'm open to being wrong but, If you go faster and move down on your pedal then the range of motion needed from your foot is less. So to me it makes sence to move down when playing higher speeds. Yes the force needed is greater so maybe it's not worth it? But as long as you've tuned the spring tension (and beater hight etc.) correct the pedal shouldn't need much help once it gets going! no?
You bring up some excellent points! Adjusting the pedal position for speed can definitely influence your playing style. It's all about finding that sweet spot that works for you.
@@Freogeteknet Well yeah but starting on the low position is very awkward since you need A LOT of pressure to get going. Furthermore the smaller the movement the less control you are getting. I would rather advice you to stay at the same spot or go further up and decrease the beater swing to improve speed. Once you gained (for example) 10 more BPM you work on a bigger beater swing, hence more volume and feeling of control.
@@moritznixdorf8663 yeah, control is definetely harder. But you do get powerful strokes at high tempos. I've recently gone to a more controlfocused laidback style of double pedal. But I feel like interupting the natural swing of the pedal by decreasing the beater swing and making it turn before the spring interacts doesn't feel like a natural way to me. Maybe it's because I also like using heavier beaters?
Great video! As always, thank you for sharing your knowledge with us Cameron.
Thanks! Always happy to share what I know! You rock!
Excellent Lessons my great friend!!!👍🎼🥁🎼👍.
Thanks a ton! You’re awesome for saying that! Glad you liked it!
Cameron do you have any guidelines regarding how often to work on ankle technique before fatiguing the muscle or getting neurological fatigue (just get twicthing)?
It's important to balance your training to avoid both muscle and neurological fatigue. I recommend listening to your body and incorporating rest days while focusing on quality over quantity in your ankle technique work.
@@CameronFleury thanks for helping a stranger Cameron! 🙏
bueno señor! 🦵🦵🦵
How is it possible that even though your legs are resting on the pedals, the beaters are not buried in the bass drum? For me it hapepens as soon as I place my foot on the pedal.
Then you need to increase your spring tension so that it helps take the weight of your legs and it keeps the beater off of the skin.
White shoes and socks would've been helpful dude. ✌️
Thanks for the suggestion! I appreciate your input and will definitely keep it in mind for future videos!
So, I belive you are saying that it should feel more calf dominated than shin control.
When I'm playing doubles real fast, I can feel a burn in my both shin and calf. Is that normal when you're pushing tempo?
Thank you
Yes and no. It's really hard to give you a proper answer without seeing it in action.
yes sir...
Glad to hear you're on board! What do you think about the video?
Hey, where did you get those custom griptapes? Did you order from a skate website or are there a company who makes them for pedals?
I worked with a company that custom printed them for me.
@@CameronFleury Alright!
Finally been getting better at using proper technique on my lead foot and that’s only shown me just how horrible my technique is on my left foot 😂
Haha, I feel you! It’s like your lead foot is all about that technique while your left foot is just chilling out. You got this!
How do you set up your pedals based off of body weight
Great question! Setting up your pedals based on body weight is crucial for optimal comfort and performance. Generally, you'll want to adjust the tension and placement to match your weight leg for better control.
@@CameronFleuryHe asked you HOW.
get out of my head!!! lol 🖤
Haha, great minds think alike! Glad to know we're on the same wavelength!
@@CameronFleury lol the mind is, hopefully the feet will follow soon 🤘
Have you ever seen the live technique of Joey Jordison?
For sure! Joey was a beast on the drums! Can’t believe how fast he played, right?
Great video and
Nice hat
Thanks for watching! I'm glad you enjoyed the video and noticed the hat!
@@CameronFleury yeah I just turned 67 and I’m still running on double kicks not as fast as I used to be, but I got some creative shit going on. Appreciate your help. Nice channel.