Last night, I finally got to try out my "new" Speed King ("Dating my Speed King"...Vintage Drums).and the my modified cajon pedal with the flexible cable ( "Flexible Connector...Pedals"...General drum Questions). I still like my DW-500 BUT, the Speed King was light and VERY responsive. I attached the flexible bicycle brake cable pedal to it's home-made mounting block, placed the master pedal near my hi-hat pedal and was ready to go! A new, heavier Dixon beater was also employed. To my great relief, with the different cable mounting system and a few other modifications, it did what it was supposed to do the entire practice. I used it only as an accent, often when I switched to the ride, cow-bell or wood block. I still enjoy various techniques involving the hat. All in all, I can see the Speed King becoming my main pedal and my cable contraption sticking around for the time being. I want to thank everyone for their involvement and contributions. Your expertise and talent are GREATLY appreciated!
Brian