The Pearl Demon XR Pedals

[@66Samus]

Check out the pedals here: Sweetwater: sweetwater.sjv.io/R5ZDN7 Amazon: amzn.to/3Z64fNB And HUGE THANKS to BetterHelp for sponsoring the video! Go to betterhelp.com/66samus for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help! Ohhh Yurrrrr!!

[@newmanoutdoorsnewman5619]

I love those pedals

[@xbrxwnx3138]

looks like you may have one too many pedals. just send that extra to me. thanks

[@christianeasley767]

You adapted very very quickly to these new pedals!!!!! Great job dude!!!!!

[@thesafehandle]

Okay bahheee first things first I’ve gotten more compliments on my hoodie that has yoda smoking a bong on the back of it than I’ve gotten for anything elce ever love you but I am looking to get my first set of direct drive puddles my current double puddles a DW 5000 that I custom modified to have the Hill playi part of the footboard to give a 13 inch long foot boards for the longboard experience and I obviously love it so I didn’t switch it back, so would you recommend these or a pair of axis petals?

[@falseath6191]

I SWEAR you are the best promoter of Pearl drums.

[@BeeBeeCJr]

I second this.

[@migthefig]

And Fila Men's Cotton Socks 😂

[@RdeneckTech]

​@@migthefigit's so hard to find cotton socks! I knew I wasn't the only metalhead drummer dad that hates polyester feet condoms. Cheers from Texas!

[@lolh4x]

And FILA socks bro

[@Brandondrumkc]

The farting helps I think

[@larsmuldjord9907]

6:43, Day 69, love it! :D RIP Vitek! One of the greatest!

[@Arqzzzzz]

Hi Samus! Im a 12 year old Kid coming From Aruba and i just wanted to say you are the biggest inspiration why i started playing the Drums and Metal music. Been playing for around 5 months and im playing DT songs and i enjoy playing more challenging songs like Bleed. Just wanted to thank you for the motivation and as always Sex!

[@66Samus]

ohhhh yurrrrrr!!!!

[@thethotslayer471]

Well said dude 🙌🏻

[@Arqzzzzz]

@@66Samus ohhhh yurrrr!

[@dk-ws8xm]

12 years old, drumming for 5 months and you can play bleed??? What am I doing wrong lol

[@Arqzzzzz]

@@dk-ws8xm haha! Nothing much just alot of practice and dedication. Along with some talent especially with my background of musicians

[@komradenikolai]

It's always good to see Drum companies be humble and take advice from the greats. It makes for the best gear

[@theEdgeCrusher12]

Samus is such a goofy character, that sometimes it's quite easy to forget that he's also a talented drummer.

[@TheBadThad]

Not when you listen to everything else EXCEPT the bass drums! This is a very creative demonstration with literally every aspect I would question answered very concisely...GREAT job Samus!

[@captain_dsz6049]

It's what makes him my favorite drummer, him and estaparrio are top tier 💪

[@BurrenSHdrums]

Sex

[@ramtinson]

AND guitarist

[@spencerharding5328]

Hell yeah dude those pedals look sick AF. And matches your kit quite nicely 😊

[@colosalblack]

man, every time I hear your playing it makes me wish I could play drums. Great stuff

[@nicolajones3643]

Me too!!❤

[@66Samus]

thank you so much!!!!! and yes, you CAN play drums :)

[@desekratorspit4515]

Did anyone notice that he played Day 69 by Decapitated on those single pedals??? Such a legend!!! 🔥❤️🔥

[@slamovgod]

I was looking for someone to have said something!!

[@shanecoffey7222]

Instantly 🤘

[@vidarsmestad9143]

Came here to say exactly that! Man what a great song.

[@desekratorspit4515]

@@vidarsmestad9143 Vitek was way ahead of his time. I really wish he was still around, making more sick, disgusting and bone-crushing music!!! 🔥

[@fatalrecordings]

Yep. RIP Vitek

[@drummersnare6276]

I’ve been using a Demon drive single pedal for years and it’s super responsive and quick. I recommend it for any genre

[@yuvalwh]

Pearl are really the best reason to play drums, not only because its the motto but because samus uses them too😂

[@trolltopro]

I bought these 3 weeks ago and it really enabled me to play something that I was never able to play. Great video btw!

[@maxxkarales64]

Probably your mother ​@suspicionofdeceit

[@nicholi2789]

Damn. I’ve never seen someone make heel toe look so smooth and effortless. Such clean and precise kick work.

[@place_desjardins]

First time I've been on this channel. I'm really impressed by your drumming.

[@66Samus]

thank you very much!!!

[@DallasAlm-cs1lf]

Sam sulek ​@@66Samus

[@blackened940]

Still love my George Kollias Axis pedals, had no idea he switched to Pearl. New pedals look sick! Cheers man! 🤘

[@slamovgod]

It’s about time he switched to using Pearl pedals.

[@jiggsthedrummer3358]

Chuck and Karen sold Axis to a dickhead named Zed. He ripped me off when I ordered some replacement parts. These are quite appealing pedals. Definitely considering the switch.

[@jpsailorallaboardmatey461]

​@@jiggsthedrummer3358i want em but good god they're expensive! I'll have to save up for these bad boys

[@AfifShahSadipSeven]

Played them at my local drum store the other week, boi o boyyy these things are wicked, fast and so much smoother than demon drives. The speed I could hit without any effort and power & punch combined, just blew me away. Absolutely fantastic new pedals from Pearl ❤

[@demonicsweaters]

Damn, those things are insane. Way outside my budget, but I will gladly admire from afar. That spring is bonkers.

[@larrytate1657]

Same.

[@NathanGullick]

I loved how smooth the double pedal looked and i loved when you play the double kick from one

[@Noteven0]

I built a set of these beaters for under $10 at the hardware store and they are absolute fire. These beaters fvcking crush! Thank you Pearl for being industrial AF!!

[@lilgumbo681]

wait what

[@percival5697]

@@lilgumbo681the beaters not the pedal

[@thebeardedkozak]

You know a pedal is great when you take it right out of the box and it feels like home. You made them look so comfortable, like you've been using them for years!

[@budnorth3990]

Man Pearl is making the greatest comeback in drum history! The Reference kit is awesome!!!

[@AverageBMWenjoyer05]

i forreal saw someone in public today wearing your merch. dude was cool i talked to him

[@RWH411]

Just got mine in...love them already...just as good as the original demon drives ive been using for the past 13 years

[@reezlaw]

That shaft with the big bearings looks excellent

[@ericdravenX00X]

The demon pedals definitely have the attack and i think they sound good.. And that was some Sick drumming my good sir..💀🤘

[@naveen2650]

I just got one of these! First time trying direct drive and longboards I'm so excited!

[@CruxalYT]

I have had the same crappy double pedals for like 15 years and really have been wanting to upgrade finally as I have been taking metal drumming very seriously lately... These might have to be the move when I can save up enough!

[@bl00ber99]

6:34 Day 69 :D - god, the drums on that song are so iconic

[@johnriley3367]

Thank you for this comment. Couldn't for the life of me remember what doing that was.

[@patmarky9454]

God Damn!!!!! The last time i played drum was last year... i'm to busy to play now but man I need this pedal !!! I want to play again! Best presentation of Pearl pedal ever!!! 🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@mrmisfit635]

Samus, your video has helped with my mental state for the day, thank you.

[@66Samus]

[@nicolajones3643]

❤️

[@specialkonacid6574]

My DW 5000 double pedal is over 20 years old now. They have been great and still in fantastic condition. It's time to upgrade though and i think these are the ones ❤

[@TheMarinesMC]

If you want to donate your old ones…….

[@ravensongstudios]

I sincerely appreciate you playing 6:33

[@reubenk7331]

Those pedals are freaking awesome!

[@luissegura8606]

I was sold on these since before they’re officially release and I was able to find a pair in Europe before they went retail in the US. My demon drives are now collecting dust and I’ll never go back to any other pedals because of these babies. I’m in love 🥰

[@satxdrmmr]

ABSOLUTELY LOVE THESE PEDALS!!

[@FranksDrumCave]

Time for a pedal upgrade for me! I’ve been on the fence about direct drive since Tama came out with the Dyna-Sync. Currently using a Tama Speed Cobra

[@ElevationEveryWeekend]

Love it! I am due for new pedals and these are what I am going to go with.

[@kenkamman7536]

some of the fastest & cleanest i have ever heard you play. sweeeeeeet! 🤘🤘

[@-Chillin-]

Keep making good drum content like this

[@tommygun83]

9:27 damn son those double doubles are CRISPY

[@noahhunter06]

I just got some iron cobra 600s and I am in love, the blasts never stop now

[@Vesaniah4]

My Demon Drives outlasted all my previous pedals, COMBINED. Iron cobra, broke on me. Speed Cobra, broke on me. Same spot. I then got the Axis but wasnt a fan of the clear unbalance I felt from the slave pedal ( as a double bass pedal). I'm sure you didnt have any problem with 2 singles. But man. I remember the day I unboxed my DD's and felt how absolutely no other tuning was required and it felt way more balanced than all other pedals. That equal spacing between the beaters in relation to the center of the head is NOT to be avoided if you have 1 bass drum.I can't wait to have a problem with my demon drives cause I feel like its next best thing if you can't get your hands on the Kopytos. I freaking WISH they would break on me so that I could try these monsters.

[@splungedude]

These look hella sexy! I bought my demon double pedals 8 years ago. My drumming wasn't anywhere near where I'd need pedals of that quality, but hot damn, those are the best pedals I've ever used.

[@Keenonhang]

Ordered these a few days ago. Much excite!!!

[@lewismaclean8849]

Amazing audio, and promotion. Would love to see you use these for covering Trivium’s later work. Specifically The Sin And The Sentence, and What The Dead Men Say.

[@Bultish]

best part of testing pedals is Samus flowing som beats =D

[@xTruthxWithinx]

The fact you have a sponsor for mental health is epic! Love it

[@luismiguelgor]

Pearl always delivers the fucking best gear for drumming, hands down!!! I have the demon chain but i switch the chain with a strap and broo, best pedal i ever had in my life!!

[@ivancortez8197]

Surfacing part went crazy

[@subd3]

I don't even play drums. I want 'em.

[@konteen2666]

Now imagine being a drummer seeing this

[@slamovgod]

Maaaaan this video makes me wanna buy them NOW!! As someone who started playing Pearl at 11 years old and has been a Pearl diehard for the last 20 years…these pedals OUTSHINE the demon drives sooo much!! Great video! Also, only one person made a mention of Day 69 by Decapitated. ☹️

[@georgeguest397]

Awesomeness!!! Sweet playing and great product!

[@Jackula_Gaming]

Love the cheeky little day 69 there when you switched to the single pedals

[@crusher0427]

I noticed Mike Mangini is using some hybrid Pearl pedals that look like they merged with a pair of Offsets. I love the idea of the offset design for a single bass drum. Time to upgrade my Tama Probeats...

[@danieldetrick1230]

You are amazing Samus. You're honestly as good as Portnoy. If you took the time, you could easily pull off Peart's stuff too.

[@WitchDoctor66]

day 69 intro was a nice touch ugh love that song... 😢❤

[@HammeredReactions]

HOLY SHIT! I’m getting these!!! Thanks brother!

[@ahoog69]

Wünderbar! Great unboxing and uncasing. Thank you for sharing!

[@RdeneckTech]

If no one has said it yet today, You are fucking Awesome bro!

[@samdavparsley8266]

I realized you are NOT human !!!!! Dude- you’re fuckin insane! Mucho gracious or whatever. I truly dig your videos- oh and skeeeeeels!

[@williamrose662]

Dude.....i love my duel chain red cam's, but these things are on another level...

[@FunctionalBreadMachine]

6:36 you sneaky boy lol got some Decapitated in there!

[@mummyfetus630]

I asked my daughter at the beginning of the video if you were gonna do the Lars "ONE" thing. Sounds fantastic

[@martinhedberg3514]

I remember starting out with double bassdrums in 81. The guys to watch for was Aldridge, Powell, Downey, Bozzio, Peart, Stevie Smith, amongst some guys, and it was no double strokes at all. Hardly any sixteen notes at all, did you play that they kicked you out of the studio. The song Now You See it, Now You Dont, with Ozzy, cool double bass fills, but heavy and slow. Or Snortin Whiskey with Pat Travers, heavy, and solid, but slow stuff, ( but brilliant). Smith with MacAlpine kicked off som stuff in the days. Ulrich, and Travis started out to playing faster stuff, and Lombardo and the rest followed, and todays double drumming is on another level, aswell as pedals. Blast beat drummers really put this straight on the floor. You rock in 200 bpm…….

[@Kissarmy-ns7xy]

Thanks for this awesome vid man! If I ever do get a new pedal set in the future I was planning on the drumnetics magnet ones but now I’m torn 😅 I’ve always been a pearl guy and my original demon directs are still holding up great. Keep rocking on man 💥

[@him411malayan5]

You can release a whole album with just you playing drums..Sweet!

[@techdeth]

6:34 I SEE YOU DECAPITATED!! Hope you're enjoying the new album like I am!! ❤❤

[@Sixstringscreamer]

i have used the demon drive direct drive pedal for over 10 years with no issues ... i have to get my hands on these and try the new XR pedals .. they basically do what my demon drives do ..

[@cyprienlab3407]

Day 69 does the job perfectly 😂 they seem much smoother than the Demon Drive model that’s incredible

[@arthureakin1192]

5:20 heard a cheeky bit of Vendetta from Slipknot, sounded awesome

[@nammiiproctor1283]

All hail Vitek! I saw what you did. He was such an amazing drummer.

[@embracehorizons]

That meshuggah lick with the double pedal was nasty

[@mandolicious69]

Looks like great pedals. Yes the triggers definitely help. Direct drives are awesome. Chain has more lag than people notice. If you have fast feet, the double chain drive will not be able to keep up. I have some Derek Roddy Axis A21 Long boards that are killer! Would never go back to chains after playing with them. Right on man! Love your videos! 👊🏼👊🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@akisalpo3840]

My next double drum pedal thanks 66Samus

[@artemcultura6191]

Man you’ve gotten so gnarly dude! So sick! Sending all the love!

[@bobbyculdesack2309]

6:46 why did i know as soon as i saw your feet on two separate pedals thats the exact song you would play?!? Decapitated ftw!! 🙌

[@StefanGlazer]

This video made me really happy... and it was only because it was just showing the pedal work the entire time. I know, it's because it was a pedal video. But I really love watching footwork for different types of beats. I don't even have a foot fetish but I wish I did, so I could love this video even more.

[@bretthoule8343]

In Winnipeg? Holy damn! Theres a couple shows coming to town next month, are you going? Its at the park theater!

[@metalexdrums]

I have played Pearl demon drive pedals since 2009. I will upgrade to these new Pearl pedals as soon as possible.

[@Ted_Stryker]

Same here. I bought the originals back when they debuted in '09. Grabbed these when they came out as well and they are as advertised in my opinion. Just awesome.

[@Zer0ctopus7]

These would be the dream pedals for sure. I wound up getting a used set of Axis longboards for my first set, but will definitely be saving up for some of these to have on my new Pearl 8 piece kit. I'm one of those new drummers who shoot for very expensive first time gear pieces. A "buyhard," if you will. 🤙

[@vantheus1002]

if only they weren't so pricey D: i always wanted the og demon drive, but as i get more attuned with my dw 5000, that chain lag is real man. ugh.

[@krdrums00]

Save up; it’ll be worth it. I used to have a 5000 like you too but the drive shafts become shitty after a few years. I got the Dyna-Syncs earlier this year, and I’m never looking back.

[@vantheus1002]

@@krdrums00 thank you for that. that helps justify it more lol. every time i get a new instrument that buyers remorse hits me like a truck

[@SendTechno]

Or buy a trick or pearl a link driveshaft. Unreal difference man!

[@SendTechno]

Pearl Z link I mean

[@Drumming-for-Health]

hello sir, I've been watching all your KZbin's and although I am not into metal, I'm a complete fan of yours. I just wanted to say that I really appreciated that video on the pearl demon petals. Pearl has a special place in my heart because my mom's name is Pearl. I happen to own a pearl drum kit. I know, obvious. I'm so obvious. As I was watching your video, I needed to slow it down to half speed to figure out what you were doing. It was difficult to see the nuance of your technique. It helped that you were without shoes. As I was watching, I noticed the position of your foot on the pedal being 2/3 of the way back from the beater. When the aha moment happened. You're using the balance point of the pedal just like you would use the balance points of your stick. I say it out loud and it sounds completely obvious now. I'm going to start paying more attention to that balance point. Maybe it will help me. I'm so grateful to you. I can't play half the stuff you play even at half speed. I'm actually a drum teacher. I'm 58 years old and I've pivoted to teaching drums from living in the corporate world for a little bit too long. It's fried my brain. Anyways, it's like waking up from a bad dream. I've watched my children and adult students develop and get better so I know I'm on the right track here. I'm starting to get a few talented students now and I'm going to be helping 1 try and get into district band. It's a high level of a concert band type scenario. He reads like a son of a gun. Here's another share for you. I got contacted by the Make a wish foundation for kids with cancer. They have a five year old, who is a multi instrumentalist guess what his favorite instrument is that he wants to play? His wish was to get a drum set. So Make a wish came through. However, when they found out that his family was completely musical and multi instrumentalist, and they play for their church , they thought he was deserving of lessons. That's where I come in. I watched a video of this kid and he was playing triplets over eighth notes. He's completely self taught. I was blown away. The kids five years old! it's bitter, sweet because I'm not sure if he's going to live very long, but he is going to be a bright shining golden light while he does. If he makes it to 20 years old, he's going to kick both of our asses. I'm sure of it! I am so honored to serve this child. I'm hoping that he gets me some press so that I can grow the location at the school. so far, I only have one student that worked out for only a month. So I'm hoping this brings a little bit more business for this starving musician. I'd rather starve because it's worth it but it might be nice to actually make a living at this thing. It's taken me two years to keep my head above water just barely. The journey has been so worth it and so rewarding. I've been to a lot of other things too. Marching band instruction for lunenburg and I also teach the afterschool program there. I also work for City Music that has two store locations. And I've applied to guitar Center to teach. Hopefully I'll be able to afford that demon petal because boy that thing is beautiful. Thanks for listening, and thanks for being so awesome. You're hilarious! You remind me of the more extreme version of myself. All the best! Happy new year, Mike S Percussion instructor

[@aswallscollapse]

These are sick, but so damn expensive. I had to chuckle when Kollias said they were budget friendly.

[@maxyboy9648]

I dont know why but theres something hilarious about only seeing leg cam when playing

[@clayfreeny9650]

Just found your channel. Usually not big into KZbinrs and stuff, but your fucking awesome man, and hilarious, keep it up!

[@66Samus]

thank you very much dude!!!

[@sigurdurmarolafsson4183]

Seeing you put the doubles on of 2 basedrums ( as one does), reminded me on a DLR consert in London Uk in 1988. DLR had just left WH and I saw him both on Monsters of Rock ( Donington) and then again ( this consert) in the famous Hammersmith Odeon. He was telling stories between song and 1 was about the hireing of band members. When he talked about the drummer he said: After listening to zillion tapes we called about 15 to meet with us ( he had Steve Vai at this point) and to narrow things down the first question was: Do you have 1 or 2 basedrums on your kit??? Each guy who answered 1 was sent out the door, not because it had any bearing on how they played but it had everything to do with HOW COOL his kit would look on stage!!🎉😂😂😅😅🎉🎉

[@Black_Water.inc200]

Can’t wait to get mine 🔥

[@quadblaster69420]

New Demon Drive pedals? Guess I know where my next overtime check is going!

[@phi816]

I think that every amazing drummer knows how to play the day 69 intro. Such a classic. OH YUUUR!!!

[@MrFeric30]

I went to better help and it worked so well I sold my demon drive pedals and now play jazz exclusively.

[@juiceboxhero81]

Don’t know if I’m the only one but. I don’t know crud about drums but your playing is great!

[@pedrogalloza3363]

Awesome Pedals, awesome Foot works, Yes sound is Great...

[@jamieplatt1243]

Would absolutely love these, stuck with my mapex pedals

[@veenoir1991]

It's okay, I'm still rockin DW2000s.

[@crusher0427]

I have you both beat. I am still using my 1991 Tama Probeat double pedals...

[@TM_Stone]

With a credit card, you're never stuck. Buy them, you deserve it.

[@JustAnApe_]

Awesome FILA promo 🤘

[@KRIMHDrummer]

Day 69 🔥

[@66Samus]

Day TWENTY TWOOOOO!!!

[@BatmanWangChung]

Suh dude! I am sure George approves of your playing! That was some seriously dope playing Samus!

[@benitomoshpito6705]

been watchin you since the "insane drunk drumming" days. always blows me away how precise you are. These videos are asmr for me

[@cutitshaveit]

I just got them I absolutely love them . I always used axis but had ti give these a try. I love em . And now you gave it your blessing all I needed to be sure I not imaging how great these pedals are . Actually I think I'm playing better and I don't have any pearl stuff on my kit .till now

[@charlenemack7040]

Every day is Christmas at Samus & Carrie’s crib! 📦📦📦🎁🎉🛍🎄🎄🎄🧑‍🎄🎅🏻🦌🦌🦌🦌🦌🦌🦌🦌

[@zachburns7086]

love how you snuck vendetta by slipknot in the test haha