Might need a new connecting rod. Typically the ends flex more than enough to get any position needed. But I've also seen ones so rusty / crusty that they barely move. It should be able to move up and down, side to side with ease.

I think cables are not so great for [apparent] immediate-action torsion. Hihats are push/pull. The great enabler of double kick pedals is the universal joint on a rigid rod. Cut the rod in the middle and add a third universal joint?

[edit] Haha no, the rod would simply collapse in the middle. Not sure what you can do...

[edit 2] Check it out -

http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-...l-Drive-Shaft/

Mitch

Oh man that supply tube is FUNNY.

Does water shoot out of the bass drum?

You could water-cool your whole rig...

...tell you what though I was in a hardware store today and grabbed one of these things and gave it a twist - tried to anyway, no give at all. And bd beaters don't weigh/aren't sprung too much...although the action has to translate "immediately".

I think it would work Brian. There's always flat black spray paint too...

Mitch

If you want to add another U joint you can slip a small length of neoprene or vinyl hose over the joint. This would help hold the joint from collapse. And remain flexible enough to work as intended. I kinda like the braided hose idea too.

That seems so obvious, now that you say it. :) You could drill the hose either end to match the mounting holes on the u-joints. This would allow easy access for tightening and full hose-coverage along the joint. Those tightening screws can sit up high [pic]

Mitch

First of all, I'd like to thank everyone for taking the time and responding. Your Ideas, are always appreciated. I'm still working on this idea and beginning to come closer. I recently purchased a cajon pedal (Dixon Cajon Plus). It is cable operated. The word "Plus" got my interest. It can be mounted to just about anything and the response time is excellent. The cable itself is about four feet long. From what I've researched, longer cables can be purchased from bicycle shops. I popped into the bike shop in my city and the owner assured me that essentially, the cables were simply bicycle brake cables. Good to know! I then purchased a Dixon PPB-F1-HP bass drum beater and swapped it for the foam rubber cable on the cajon beater. I placed the pedal near my h-h pedal where I could easily reach it, threaded the cable around my bass, and mounted the beater to the reso head of my bass. I tried it out and am very pleased. I use two mics on my bass including a deep kick. The mics pick up the beater just fine. I need to work on a better mounting system over the holidays. I also need to devise a better and sturdier cable track system. Some modifications in tension permanence as well. All in all, it can be done. If space is a requirement and if your looking for an accent type of double bass pedal, maybe in time I'll figure things out. I know it's not a "real" double bass pedal but, it WILL work as an alternative source of a punchy sound when required. Switching from this pedal back to my h-h is a bit tricky. More practise required on my part! Thanks again, guys.

Brian

Brian,

Sounds like you are getting close to the finish line!! Good for you!! This just shows what can happen when you think outside the box!!

Cheers

Thanks VERY much, Rod!!! Your positive response means a great deal to me! You are such an esteemed member of this great forum, that your words, "think outside the box" reinforce my feelings exactly. I certainly appreciate your positive feedback, sir!!! I try.

Brian