Cool Bass Pedal Mod!!!!

[rasehead]

Hey guys, some of you might have seen this on the tech forums, but here it is again

http://cgi.ebay.com/Rock-Band-Bass-Pedal-Reinforcing-Plate_W0QQitemZ280184356549QQihZ018QQcategoryZ1225 17QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

My bass pedal recently broke and thanks to my shop i fabricated a diamond plate reinforcement plate. As you might have already seen i am selling them for just 14.99 plus S&H on ebay!!

If you havn't broken yours yet, it is just a matter of time, and it is easier to screw the plate down before you pedal is broken!!

Most of you already have broken it, but no problem!!. just hold pedal together and screw on the plate and it will hold your once broken piece together, and keep it together!!.

Did i mention looks bad ass too??

http://cgi.ebay.com/Rock-Band-Bass-Pedal-Reinforcing-Plate_W0QQitemZ280184356549QQihZ018QQcategoryZ1225 17QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemFeel free to reply with any questions or comments.

[SoulScreme]

broken link buddy.

[rasehead]

thanks buddy, its fixed now
http://cgi.ebay.com/Rock-Band-Bass-Pedal-Reinforcing-Plate_W0QQitemZ280184356549QQihZ018QQcategoryZ1225 17QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[SoulScreme]

Wow, love it, how many you got? Gonna be selling them for a while? I would totally love one of those! Would you be willing to do one without the raised parts, a brushed metal version? I play barefoot and those would get annoying.

[Conner Malvecino]

I would definitely get one too...as soon as I get out of debt from buying the console and the bundle!

Are there any other drum mods that you're thinking of making?

[Tarzanman]

Using self-tapping screws is a good way to have the aluminum pop off the plastic after the stomping on the pedal eventually causes the screws to pull away from the plastic.

I would recommend using machine screws and nuts for more sturdy attachment (which is what I did).... I even used tapered head screws and recessed holes so that the screws don't stick up and jab my foot (I like to play barefoot)

Here's a link to my post about my mod. I cut the metal strips with a grinder.

http://community.rockband.com/vbforum/showthread.php?t=11668

[rasehead]

Wow, love it, how many you got? Gonna be selling them for a while? I would totally love one of those! Would you be willing to do one without the raised parts, a brushed metal version? I play barefoot and those would get annoying.

currently we have 25 made and more to be cut, sanded, and drilled tomorrow and we are planning on selling them for as long as it takes EA to catch up to us :)

regarding the raised pairts of the diamond plate, they have no annoying feel or texture to them. i only play barefoot and not once have i been bothered by the diamond plate. as for now, we are only selling them in the diamond plate, but if demand for a straight metal version increases, then we will make them too.

[Conner Malvecino]

currently we have 25 made and more to be cut, sanded, and drilled tomorrow and we are planning on selling them for as long as it takes EA to catch up to us :)

regarding the raised pairts of the diamond plate, they have no annoying feel or texture to them. i only play barefoot and not once have i been bothered by the diamond plate. as for now, we are only selling them in the diamond plate, but if demand for a straight metal version increases, then we will make them too.

You should engrave your "company name"/side-business name somewhere on the plate, as I'm sure you'll be making these for quite a LONG time...I can't fathom Harmonix producing a more durable pedal. Congrats on the awesome idea.

...now I just gotta get out of debt so I can support your endeavor!

[HellishFiend]

What do you mean by EA catching up to you?

[polishdog90]

Hey guys, some of you might have seen this on the tech forums, but here it is again

http://cgi.ebay.com/Rock-Band-Bass-Pedal-Reinforcing-Plate_W0QQitemZ280178036565QQihZ018QQcategoryZ1225 17QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

My bass pedal recently broke and thanks to my shop i fabricated a diamond plate reinforcement plate. As you might have already seen i am selling them for just 14.99 plus S&H on ebay!!

If you havn't broken yours yet, it is just a matter of time, and it is easier to screw the plate down before you pedal is broken!!

Most of you already have broken it, but no problem!!. just hold pedal together and screw on the plate and it will hold your once broken piece together, and keep it together!!.

Did i mention looks bad ass too??

http://cgi.ebay.com/Rock-Band-Bass-Pedal-Reinforcing-Plate_W0QQitemZ280178036565QQihZ018QQcategoryZ1225 17QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Feel free to reply with any questions or comments.

OMFG DOOD THATS TOTALLY BAMF. I want METUL (LAWL) on my Pedal.

[KaYotiX]

I may buy one. They look good.

[rasehead]

What do you mean by EA catching up to you?

well it was kindof a joke, but i meant it as EA figuring out that they're bass pedals suck nuts and start putting metal ones for sale. i think we all know they are too cheap to do such a thing though.

[rasehead]

bumpy bump bumper

[Harsher]

I have a strange feeling by next year there will be a lot of new Rock Band items out like medal bass pedals, official Rock Band mic stands, drum thrones, just give it time. The only problem with using yours is the whole warranty thing, I don't think they'll replace it once you've screwed on a piece of medal unless you can simple remove it without them knowing.

[KaYotiX]

I have a strange feeling by next year there will be a lot of new Rock Band items out like medal bass pedals, official Rock Band mic stands, drum thrones, just give it time. The only problem with using yours is the whole warranty thing, I don't think they'll replace it once you've screwed on a piece of medal unless you can simple remove it without them knowing.

Well the whole point of his item is to PREVENT the pedal from breaking in the first place, and it looks cool.

[drumkid92]

smart idea. got mine already.

[NoleRx]

This deserves another bump!
I've got mine ordered!!!

[new new]

Got my metal-pedal reinforcement from Rasehead last night. He included awesome instructions and everything necessary to very easily install it.

It feels extremely solid and is comfortable on my bare feet. He cut it to the perfect size as well. I can't say enough!

Thank you so much Rasehead, I hope you make that million dollars you were talking about!

[Jugernaut]

Very very nice work. I actually just modified mine last night in a similar fashion, after not even one week of playing my bass pedal like many others broke in half, the only thing i think i did different then yours though was instead of using screws and further weakening the plastic, i went i with a super strong Epoxy, that as far as I can tell turned out very nice.


http://img147.imageshack.us/img147/8053/1206070903xb9rc5.jpg
Don't mind the picture quality, it was taken with my phone...

[rasehead]

haha, looks good! too bad packaging epoxy would be hard to do ;)

Thanks for the great reviews guys !!!

[guitarguy316]

so this is quite simple to install? put it on top of the existing plastic one and everyone that has this thinks it's way better?

[Jixzer]

I'll be buying one. My pedal works fine, but that's just too cool...and easy. Props bud.

[StiffEdub]

Can you anodize in color if wanted?

[CowboyGP]

thanks buddy, its fixed now
http://cgi.ebay.com/Rock-Band-Bass-Pedal-Reinforcing-Plate_W0QQitemZ280178036565QQihZ018QQcategoryZ1225 17QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Item has ended.

My wife has been complaining that I keep buying all of her Xmas ideas. I'd like to put a printout of your ebay ad along with the Best Buy mic stand print out that I gave her the other day.

Post reply of how to find an active item on ebay, or should I just PM you when I'm ready to order?

Great idea, man. Since a major company has already ripped-off CigDangle's pad covers (lower quality and majorly overpriced) we all need to make sure the word gets out about rasehead's pedal mod and support him as the originator!!

And if you don't want to DIY your pad covers, order a set from Cig, the originator of THAT mod. These guys deserve the recognition and $$ for being early adopters.

[rasehead]

hey here is the new link, i'm surprised i didn't get this on here earlier, darn.
Thanks for the props guys

http://cgi.ebay.com/Rock-Band-Bass-Pedal-Reinforcing-Plate_W0QQitemZ280184356549QQihZ018QQcategoryZ1225 17QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[rasehead]

Can you anodize in color if wanted?

Aluminum can be anodized of course, there are a lot of colors that an anodizing place can do. My shop is not ready to anodize the aluminum, and the extra cost for this would not be worth it.

[Kohlbot]

The pedal rocks, I used to have to go pretty easy on the petal, but now after installing this pedal I can just go nuts, there is no way that I can see the bass pedal breaking, it doesn't flex at all. I play barefoot, but with socks on and it works fine. You can stomp away all day with this thing and not have to worry, it is defiantly worth buying if/when the original pedal breaks.

[Draconis77]

I like the idea of the strong epoxy instead of the screws. If I were to order one from you rasehead could I get it without the pre-drilled screw holes?

[rasehead]

I like the idea of the strong epoxy instead of the screws. If I were to order one from you rasehead could I get it without the pre-drilled screw holes?

Ya sure that would'nt be a problem, just leave me a note so i know to cut yours with no holes in it. Also you need to make sure that you get the right kind of epoxy for the plastic. And like any surface you will need to prep the surfaces accordingly. My dad works with this stuff for a living and has built an unlimited hydroplane. www.ourgangracing.com if you want to check it out. But if you do want one with no holes in it let me know.
Thanks

-Derek

[Draconis77]

Any suggestions on what type and where to get such an adhesive?

[rasehead]

Any suggestions on what type and where to get such an adhesive?

My dad tells me it needs to be a structual adhesive that can bond to aluminum. Hysol, EA9430 or other epoxies used to bond alluminum will work.
Be careful that the solvents used in what ever epoxy you get don't disolve the Styrene pedal (if it is styrene)
thanks

-Derek

[Fatal1ty_Reaper]

Just check the approved surfaces list, most epoxies will have such a list on the container, make sure it can be used on plastic. Alternativly you could just apply a small dab of te epoxy to a section of the pedel that can't be seen and allow it to dry to make sure it won't cause any problems.

Great mod by the way, I have a slew of guitar mods in the works, guess I'd better hurry up on them though before someone beats me to it :P

[rasehead]

Just check the approved surfaces list, most epoxies will have such a list on the container, make sure it can be used on plastic. Alternativly you could just apply a small dab of te epoxy to a section of the pedel that can't be seen and allow it to dry to make sure it won't cause any problems.

Great mod by the way, I have a slew of guitar mods in the works, guess I'd better hurry up on them though before someone beats me to it :P


That works too. Thanks for the props. I am currently working on things to add to my product line too.

[rasehead]

just a quick update. I am going to recieve the plates from the water jet cutting business and be getting this latest order shipped out tomorow morning. For this next auction i should be able to ship next day from when you buy because i have built up a backstock now!! :) Thought to let let you know!

-Derek

[MartyMcFly]

I might actually plan on buying one of these as well. Sure enough, my pedal broke, and I'm waiting for the replacement.

Does anyone know if the replacements are improved at all? Because if it's the same, I'll just have to get the reinforcement, as the pedal is indeed inevitable to break.

Thanks.

[An Evil Pancake]

bumpo-lolly pop

[rasehead]

I have some backstock now guys so i can ship next day or day after that once your order has cleared payment!

http://cgi.ebay.com/Rock-Band-Bass-Pedal-Reinforcing-Plate_W0QQitemZ280182773822QQihZ018QQcategoryZ1225 17QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[MrE]

I have some backstock now guys so i can ship next day or day after that once your order has cleared payment!

http://cgi.ebay.com/Rock-Band-Bass-Pedal-Reinforcing-Plate_W0QQitemZ280182773822QQihZ018QQcategoryZ1225 17QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

I just picked up RB for my brother for xmas. I'll be ordering a plate for him in the next 24 hours since I love the one I bought myself. Great Product!

[rasehead]

hey here is a really crappy video of my friend beating on the bass pedal. I don't know where the sound went but i'll get it fixed soon or probably just a new video, but he really is hitting it extremely hard, and its on concrete and he has shoes on and it held up fine..
http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g308/rasehead/th_5fba9752.jpg (http://s59.photobucket.com/albums/g308/rasehead/?action=view&current=5fba9752.pbr)

[rasehead]

Hey guys, got a new ebay auction up with some new pics in it.

http://cgi.ebay.com/Rock-Band-Bass-Pedal-Reinforcing-Plate_W0QQitemZ280184356549QQihZ018QQcategoryZ1225 17QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[twyst]

OK I bought one from this guy mid week last week and received it yesterday. Its GREAT. Came packaged really well and even had instructions with pictures if you are into that kind of thing. Great seller, great product, totally satisfied :)

[rayps23]

if you do not want to screw it into the plastic and your pedal is not broken. You are just adding this to support the pedal GO OUT AND BUY 3M double sided tape the kind you can find a car parts store. this is almost like a glue but will come off with some effort.

[guitarguy316]

raisehead, how long will it take if i buy today to ship out to north carolina? trying to get it before xmas

[dirty_bird32]

sounds awesome, I'll definitely check it out

[rasehead]

raisehead, how long will it take if i buy today to ship out to north carolina? trying to get it before xmas

If you buy today i will ship monday and it should get there by wednesday or thursday according to usps. Def. before christmas

[cuddie]

Wow rasehead i must say I am impressed. You've successfully capitalized on EA's failure. It looks like a great fix, and at a fair price. Hope all is going well for your impromptu business. Mine is starting to crack, so I'm exploring the options and this is definitely one of the favored ones. I'm going to try to the real bass pedal+button idea first because it seems more realistic and should help on those tricky bass parts where the stock pedal just doesn't cut it. Should that crash and burn, I am definitely going to buy this lol. Great idea.

[v1g1lance]

Just ordered mine :)

[MJDoja]

recieved mine today.. promptly considering when i ordered, easy install.

WORKS GREAT!

i beat wont get fooled again (decided to finally go for it) today

the pedal looks bad ass and feels great as well, although i wear shoes when i play.

rasehead, i hope u make a million off of this till some legit 3rd party hardware is released.

[Jixzer]

I like those, but I like this one better. Already ordered one:

http://www.woodrockpedals.com/

[KaYotiX]

I got the diamond plate pedal from his ebay auction too and im VERY satisfied with it. Great jobman!! Id patent that idea before some other company does...

[ya_i_rock]

Hey, this is rasehead. I havn't gotten an email for a replacement pass word so i made this for now. Here is the link to the new auction
http://cgi.ebay.com/Rock-Band-Bass-Pedal-Reinforcing-Plate_W0QQitemZ280185390852QQihZ018QQcategoryZ1225 17QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Check out all the great feedback
http://feedback.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewFeedback2&userid=rasehead&&ftab=FeedbackAsSeller&sspagename=VIP:feedback:2:us&iid=280185390852

WE ARE ALSO ON AMAZON NOWW!!
http://www.amazon.com/Pedal-Reinforcing-Plate-Diamond-Plated/dp/B0011GIBOO/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=miscellaneous&qid=1198140807&sr=8-2

best three links you'll ever click, lol

[MJDoja]

I like those, but I like this one better. Already ordered one:

http://www.woodrockpedals.com/

ok then...

[ya_i_rock]

Check out the new Carbon Fiber Pedal Mod, another creation from Pedal Metal (new name)
Tell me what you think
-rasehead (HMX!! I want my old account!!, still no e-mails!!)

http://cgi.ebay.com/Rock-Band-Bass-Pedal-Reinforcement-Pedal-Metal-Carbon_W0QQitemZ280186263634QQihZ018QQcategoryZ122 517QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[AndrewMP]

What's the difference, rasehead? Is there anything other than the colour black that justifies the $15 increase?

[mattchu09]

well carbon fiber is WAY more expensive than diamond plate, and since carbon fiber is stronger than steel, i would assume you would be paying for the upgrade in material and obvously more strength. Personally I have installed the diamond plate reinforcement on my pedal and it works fantastic, and rasehead not to downplay the new idea but i don't think you are gonna sell many of the new carbon fiber reinforcements, i personally wouldn't be able to justify the pricefor what you get, especially when you can get a reinforcement that works for 15 bucks less...

[Draconis77]

I'm sure there are some people that won't mind the price difference for the look of the carbon fiber.

[mattchu09]

oh of course there are always people that don't mind paying a little extra for a cool look, its that same division that is created between the people who wanna do the CigDangle quiet drum mod themselves and refuse to pay what they say is an outrageous 15 dollar price tag to have someone else make it for them, and the people who would much rather have them turn out nice/not have to go and get the materials/are not craftsy at all. I just was thinking he wasn't gonna be quite as succesful selling as many of these as he has of his metal cover, but of course I wish him best of luck with his sales!

[Slimboss390]

Are there already holes in the bass pedal? or do you have to put them in there yourself when you screw in the medal pedal?

[IIvIIoNsTeR]

yea thats cool..i guess...but how is it a mod? i mean it prolly wont help the performance, which means it will still suck.

[ya_i_rock]

Are there already holes in the bass pedal? or do you have to put them in there yourself when you screw in the medal pedal?


Hey, there are holes in the reinforcing plate (diamond plated) but the self drilling/tapping screws that they come with put holes in the bass pedal for you.

[ya_i_rock]

MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYBODY!!!!
hope you had a rockin holiday!!

[YGZ_Kentucky]

I was considering this product, but one question. does anyone know of something that i could attach this to the pedal that would com off incase the pedal was to brake in some weird way. Just wondering. it would help me purchase this. I dont want any problems and if there was a problem to occur i would want to replace it. without having to buy another drumset.

[YGZ_Kentucky]

oh and i put ur links on microsofts Rock Band Forums. I hope you dont mind, im just spreading the word.

[ya_i_rock]

hey, well, you could take it off by just unscrewing the plate.
Thanks for puttin my links on microsoft forums, i really appreciate it. wanna email some links to those forums? rasehead@netscape.net
Merry xmas!

[Moe45673]

Hey Rasehead. Just bought the carbon fibre version. The fact that it sticks on as opposed to screws in is what sold me.

Hope my bass pedal doesn't break before receiving this. It'll be nice to not have to worry about friends stomping on my bass pedal. Thanks for the service!

btw, my ebay handle is matttheaxe

[rphtx]

You can go to most auto supply stores and get similar looking gas pedals pretty cheap. Might be another option.

[dirty_bird32]

I was considering this product, but one question. does anyone know of something that i could attach this to the pedal that would com off incase the pedal was to brake in some weird way. Just wondering. it would help me purchase this. I dont want any problems and if there was a problem to occur i would want to replace it. without having to buy another drumset.
double sided tape

[YGZ_Kentucky]

where am i going to find double sided tape thats is strong enough for this???

[Glix]

I just ordered one of these. I can't wait to get it, great job man!

[ya_i_rock]

Hey, here's a new link to an auction because i have another one up, Thanks!
http://cgi.ebay.com/Rock-Band-Bass-Pedal-Reinforcing-Plate-Pedal-Metal_W0QQitemZ280187255373QQihZ018QQcategoryZ1225 17QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[Moe45673]

Just got this message from Rasehead on ebay:

"Hi, Like a bone head I sent out the aluminum plate to you today. Paypal does not let me ship to canada using the batch print so I did not have a list of who got what. At any rate I will be sending you the carbon one too and please keep the aluminum one just for grins. Sorry for my mistake and Happy New year!"

Class act!

Oh, and Joystiq.com has a blurb on it:
http://www.joystiq.com/2007/12/26/fix-or-prevent-a-broken-rock-band-drum-pedal/

[stlbss]

Ordered a metal one and got it about 10 days ago. Can't say enough good things about it. Feels 10 times better, stronger, easier to play. It's that good. Harmonix should have made a metal petal to begin with. I increased a lot of scores on hard and expert that had stood for a while. The whole thing feels much more natural. Can't feel the petal flexing when you play it anymore.

So if you're on the fence about it. Buy it. Best $20 you'll spend (that includes shipping). And you don't have to worry about anybody breaking the petal. I got tired of telling friends "OK, when you play drums, the petal is very fragile..."

[Asimovian]

Hey Rasehead. Just bought the carbon fibre version. The fact that it sticks on as opposed to screws in is what sold me.

Hope my bass pedal doesn't break before receiving this.Ditto to the above. I just ordered mine. Looking forward to making my local Rock Band buddies jealous, and more importantly, not having to worry about breaking the replacement pedal we just received.

[sprinter461]

I just ordered 2 of these. Mine is starting to crack... and my friend's... well his will too, so I ordered one for him as well. Great idea, much better than dealing with EA, they still haven't shipped my replacement guitar, been 3+ weeks now... I noticed my pedal was cracked, did an RMA to get a box to send it back, then remembered seeing this somewhere on here. Did a search, followed the link, and away we go... screw EA.

[tmpa]

if only my pedal didn't break right next to the hinge leaving no possibility of being able to use this solution... :(

[cat0048]

if only my pedal didn't break right next to the hinge leaving no possibility of being able to use this solution... :(

same here. i blame blackend. tried on expert (im not good enough to play it) i was just messing around and it broke >.<

i have like an 1/8 inch left in front of the hinge

[Draconis77]

I bought one a couple weeks ago and installed it christmas morning when I opened up my set. Works perfectly. Thanks!

[kennytomson]

can you make a video of the installment method. i'm looking at the pedal, and i'm not sure if you take the pedal off first or how easily the screws go in...thanks. considering buying one if the installment isn't too complicated.

[II Che II]

I'll probably buy one of these, my kick pedal broke, because it's a cheap piece of crap, and I'm waiting for another one from EA. I don't want this to happen again, so I'll probably get one.

[dirty_bird32]

where am i going to find double sided tape thats is strong enough for this???
an auto parts store might carry some...I've seen double-sided tape intended ofr auto use, which should be plenty strong enough, so a place like Autozone would probably be your best bet

[G_tarRoCK3R]

where am i going to find double sided tape thats is strong enough for this???

I went to office max and bought some velcro to put on the plate instead of the screws which ensures to not void your warranty AND utilizes the steel plating to continue reinforcing.

[Njai]

Now someone make a bag similiar to the official drum bags! So i can have a much better way of storing/transporting my drums!

[clasher]

Just bought one! Hope to receive it soon before my pedal breaks. It's gonna take a while to ship to Hong Kong though. Maybe I am the first international buyer?

[ya_i_rock]

Just bought one! Hope to receive it soon before my pedal breaks. It's gonna take a while to ship to Hong Kong though. Maybe I am the first international buyer?

Hey clasher, hate to break it to ya but your probably like the 50th or so international. Should take 10 days maybe more to ship to hong kong.

[clasher]

Ha ha, really? That's amazing. Thanks again!


Hey clasher, hate to break it to ya but your probably like the 50th or so international. Should take 10 days maybe more to ship to hong kong.

[ocfanman]

I went to office max and bought some velcro to put on the plate instead of the screws which ensures to not void your warranty AND utilizes the steel plating to continue reinforcing.

tell me more, how much was this and does it feel good??

thanks

[G_tarRoCK3R]

tell me more, how much was this and does it feel good??

thanks

$4 and yes it feels fine. Don't even notice its there.

[KaYotiX]

I have this plate and its great !! :)

[ocfanman]

$4 and yes it feels fine. Don't even notice its there.

awesome, then I might actually buy it, after I get some money

THANKS

[DopeHatMan]

Just ordered the Carbon Fiber pedal, I'll let everybody know how it works when it comes in

[Bullseye]

Alright, I'm sold. Just did the old Pay Pal, so hopefully I'll see my Pedal Metal early next week. I was torn between the carbon fiber and the diamond plate, but the price was too good to pass up for the classic metal.

[ya_i_rock]

hey, what would you guys think about a plastic pedal that replaces your old one. Its a really strong plastic, cnc i think or something like that. We would put up a picture with a small block chevy being supported by the pedal.

Also, i've hit the 1000 mark for sales. Pretty awesome!
heres a link to latest auction for the diamond plate
http://cgi.ebay.com/Rock-Band-Bass-Pedal-Reinforcing-Plate-Pedal-Metal_W0QQitemZ280188718243QQihZ018QQcategoryZ1225 17QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

only seven left for that auction, i have 3 left on another auction, once its out be on the lookout for another auction.

Hope you all had a rockin new years!

[ar3tardedllama]

I'll stick with my wooden one thank you

[G_tarRoCK3R]

hey, what would you guys think about a plastic pedal that replaces your old one. Its a really strong plastic, cnc i think or something like that. We would put up a picture with a small block chevy being supported by the pedal.

Also, i've hit the 1000 mark for sales. Pretty awesome!
heres a link to latest auction for the diamond plate
http://cgi.ebay.com/Rock-Band-Bass-Pedal-Reinforcing-Plate-Pedal-Metal_W0QQitemZ280188718243QQihZ018QQcategoryZ1225 17QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

only seven left for that auction, i have 3 left on another auction, once its out be on the lookout for another auction.

Hope you all had a rockin new years!

Congrats rasehead! I've been using the diamond plate reinforcment for a few weeks now. It works great!! I think you should stick with the diamond plating or carbon fiber.....I also suggest you let people know about using velcro or tape so that the screws don't void the warranty if it SHOULD break (even tho it won't because the reinforcement is awesome)

[LerrisTB]

How hard is it to remove that carbon fiber one after you stick it on? Can it be done?

[Asimovian]

I'm a little late getting back to this thread, but I just wanted to comment that we got our carbon fiber plate about a week ago, and it has been quite popular! It looks good, and it feels great. I don't have any discomfort or worries stomping on the pedal any longer. We're thinking we're going to add something to the top of the pedal because I find my feet sliding around quite a bit during more active drum play, but that's a minor issue.

Thanks again!

[l_neiman]

How hard is it to remove that carbon fiber one after you stick it on? Can it be done?

I just received my carbon fiber pedal, though I haven't had time to get it set up. When I sent rasehead an eBay message before purchasing he said that "They will come off if needed but it would not be easy." Hopefully I won't need to remove it, but it's good to know.

Luis

[DopeHatMan]

Just got my carbon fiber pedal in today, stuck it to my pedal, and started rocking out

I can finally play with my boots on without thinking I'm gonna break the damn thing... good work!

[Maherj]

Just placed my order for the carbon fibre one (It looks much better in my opinion)

Hope it turns out to be worth it.

[anubis311]

OK I'll bite.. just got my first replacement pedal from EA today. I just wish the carbon ones weren't so pricey. I'm not a big fan of the permanent drilling nor the mirror finish (IMO it doesn't look 'bad ass' it looks kinda cheap and unprofessional compared to the carbon but who am I trying to impress with my plastic fake drumset anyway right? :rolleyes: )

I was holding out for a competitor who could maybe save me a few bucks or make something that was black but I'm going to go ahead and pull the trigger and buy this one, mostly because I only discovered this thread and you seem like a good dude. I'm just paranoid about having some other failure besides pedal breakage down the road and being up sh!t creek or forced to spend $70 buying somebody else's used pedal off ebay. Suppose I could always just buy that woodrocker guy's product in that case.

Looking forward to "screwin it down before it screws up" :D

[aryall]

I'm nervous about voiding my warranty. It sounds as if the carbon fiber is the way to go as it is removable, albeit with some struggling?

What are the other key differences between the two?

It looks as if the carbon fiber provides a coarser feel (ie. more grip)? I've found too much slippage on the plastic stock pedal in my socks, and since I'm afraid playing with shoes will break it, I play barefoot. It looks like the metal pedal will be somewhat slippery too, but probably makes the pedal playable with shoes on doe to the reinforcement.

Finally, for shipments to Canada, has anyone encountered duty / taxes? It looks like it ships USPS, which *should* minimize the chances of customs issues.

[Rattlesnakesmile]

I received shipment to Ottawa and paid no duty, taxes, etc.

I have the diamond-plate screwed in and play in my socks, and don't find it that slippery (though granted, I am not very good on drums)

[thakswet]

I purchased RB on the release date and have not even hooked up the drums yet, but I after reading about the horror stories on the bass petal, I decided to buy one of these now and avoid the possible breakage in the future.

[Moe45673]

I got the carbon one, finally. It just arrived on Friday. Can't fault the shipper, he sent it ages ago.

Anyhow, it's smooth and flat. No grip on it at all. The thing feels AMAZING underneath your foot, though. Real sturdy; I had a number of people over today to play and had no qualms or worries about them breaking my bass pedal. That peace of mind alone was worth the money.

As for taking it off, I haven't tried, so no idea.

[KlayTrain]

ordered mined last night! look forward to gettin it....

[ya_i_rock]

Hey guys, we came out with a new product to fix pedals broken at the hinge!

This will NEVER break, you can order it with a just the hinge if you already have a pedal metal. Or you can order it with a billet design, which looks really sick

we have em for sale of amazon and ebay

Hope all our customers our happy with their pedal metal!!

http://cgi.ebay.com/Rock-Band-Bass-Pedal-Fix-PEDAL-METAL-BILLET-with-HINGE_W0QQitemZ280195825420QQihZ018QQcategoryZ1225 17QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

I also noticed a slight difference with the pedal in the fact that it is ever so slightly easier to press down

I can now beat don't get fooled again on EXPERT!!
pretty cool i know.

[Coupe]

Sorry but I don't see a hinge there like it says. Just 2 pieces of metal. Is it just the photo's? Do you have a better photo of the pieces that go on the pedal?

[MusePT]

I have to confess that I haven't read the whole thread but I have some quick questions that maybe one of you can answer:

This mod is plug and play or do we have to do some assembly? does it require for us to mess around with the original pedal from RB? If so what do we have to do?

Thanks

[ya_i_rock]

hey, the "hinge" is a piece of custom platic that goes inbetween the two metal plates. It is indestructable and will NEVER break.



there is some assembly required, all you have to do is screw the plate down

we have almost 3000 with 100% positive feedback.

[Verstorbene]

I know I'm getting one. Ordered mine now. Unfortunately, I snapped mine at the hinge, but the hinge replacement pedal looks a tad cooler anyway, so, I suppose it may be worth the extra chunk of cash.