4800 DOUBLE STROKES!! - 20 Minute Workout w/ Beatdown Brown

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[@matijabg]

oh man I am enjoying this exercise SO MUCH! I also LOVE the fact you sit through it and narrate it wisely. You are onto something here, man. I have been doing this exercise for a week, every day, starting the double with my WEAKER hand and tapping my weaker foot (left, in my case) The difference is noticeable in matter of minutes, y'all! Can't wait to see what happens in a few months! Woo-hoo!! :) Cheers, Rob, keep 'em coming! Matt, Montenegro

[@drumrit]

Hey how'd it work out for you?

[@AntonSedlovskiy]

Just subscribed to know how did this work out for you. :)

[@JS45678]

Since I’ve not seen you playing a sold out Wembley Stadium, should I assume it didn’t quite go THAT well? 🤘😝🤘

[@soundped]

Yeah, I switch between starting hands every 5 minutes. Another variation is to play the double starting on the upbeat, so that the second stroke lands on the down beat. Starting with both hands. Maybe for the second 10 minutes.

[@gorifranco1]

Thanks Rob Brown This a very precious excersise.Its also a mindful thing I enjoy it and its very useful.

[@donkotouc8377]

Rob is a great teacher-so natural and unpretentious...

[@2010jimn]

100% agree

[@natwynn1098]

Anyone else who’s doing this as a routine, sess starts at 2:45 😎😎😎

[@mymemoriesasme]

Rob, I love you guy. I stopped playing years ago on a regular basis. I am 62 years young and you are inspiring me to be the best that I can. You are a blessing and I got to support you.

[@RobBeatdownBrown]

Hey thanks a ton, Elbert! 🙂 👊🏽 I'm glad the videos are helpin' you out, man.

[@kkots]

Same for me (59) and feel the exact same way! ...s houlders are tensing a bit so have to work on that .

[@jimkeogh8552]

Elbert: totally with you. I'm 66 and re- learning; I'm re- building the foundation. Great exercise. Could only make it to a little over 8 minutes my first time without losing focus.

[@conorm2524]

@@jimkeogh8552 Ha! We must have started the video at the same time!! This corona lockdown is giving me the inspiration to get playing again.

[@jimkeogh8552]

@@conorm2524 a great way to spend the time in social isolation; the neighborhood is enjoying and adding to our audio connection. Great vibe on the Hill.

[@PredragCrnkovic]

Great video (already addicted to this channel), after many decades of practising on sofas, I am 3000 year old mummy from Egypt, I took part in Mr. Magou movie with Leslie Nielsen and after that episode in National Museum, i put night porter unconscieouss and got him wrapped in toilet paper instead of me in sarcophag and now am wondering in Grinnich Willage in the search for last New Wave band. This exercises are more than I need for basic punkrock. I feel adequate as Vincent Price in CBGB club.

[@samholtmeyer1284]

Thanks man! Im an 8th Grade trying for snare in the drum line next year and u have no idea how much this helped me. My doubles sound so clean! Wish me luck in my audition!

[@RobBeatdownBrown]

Nice, dude. Good luck with the audition! 🥁👊🏽

[@richbrokaw2566]

Stick with it my man!!

[@Thoughtalot]

The breakthrough for me happened when he said to “pull ‘em out”. Suddenly I understood what doubles were about.

[@trevathecleva]

You don't need luck on your audition, keep working hard and practicing, you will sound so good they will have to take you.

[@shroomape]

Did u make it into the drum line?

[@kingkong24754]

Tried to hang for the whole 20… me too I’m 72 and relearning EVERYTHING! You are terrific mr b. Thanks so so much! I’ll keep checking in and hope to finally find that relaxed space you mentioned!

[@adriannewman8373]

These rudimental work outs are the best drum clips on the web - huge shout to you Rob - legend.

[@SockerConny80]

I've been playing drums for 25+ years and i'm gonna join you for this journey because as far as practice goes, none of us are ever done and this looks like fun :) Ps. Love the click!

[@michaelmorgan6576]

Teaching is a "personal" profession, and Rob make practice fun. The best thing in Life when "work" or "learn" with fun!

[@jameskimberlycaruso1033]

So, I’m an old self taught drummer who recently decided to get back into it. Beat Down Brown’s simple way of breaking down the essentials that I’ve never been taught has been a huge value to me. He is by far my favorite channel on drumming. I have made tremendous progress so far, and I can’t wait to see where this goes. Beat Down, you have inspired me to dust off the old kit and get at it. Thank you sir!!!

[@jgillott]

Rob, I must tell you that this was one of the most effective exercises for me. I have struggled with my long rolls (doubles) for a long time. Although I practice a lot, the struggle persisted. (I practice more for physical and mental therapy, I am closer to 80 than 70, and have rare occasion to perform. Most of my drumming over the last 60+ years has been with fife & drum corps. But, when I can, I love to work on my set-drumming). My variation of your exercise is that I do it at 120 bpm for about 10 - 15 minutes with a pair of Cooperman Parley rosewood sticks (100 grams + each). Then another 10 minutes or so with a pair hickory 3S style sticks at the 120 bpm. Staying with these sticks, and for about ten minutes each tempo change, increase up to 140 bpm then 150 bpm. I sometimes end the practice session doing about ten minutes with a pair of set-drumming sticks, maybe 5B’s? Thank you for your videos - I believe they are great. Also, I received your ‘Traditional’ T-shirt, which I had ordered before you change back to matched grip! Probably a good decision on your part. But you really looked cool playing traditional. -Joe

[@jenchristensen66]

That was brilliant, quite a challenge after 11mins but managed to finish. Yay me, yay you!

[@MickSjoeholm]

Rob Brown truly is the best drum teacher on the internet. If everyone was like him, we could solve all the problems in this world. Thank you Rob.

[@scottybear2178]

This is my morning routine every morning. Boy, I had a hard time at first being able to keep up or even the length of time. 2 months of everyday and today was the first time I felt successful at this exercise and I love that the focus is NOT on speed but consistency thank you so much you are a great teacher bro!

[@soundstosleep3974]

This exercise has been great for my doubles but recently I've been applying the same twenty minute workout to other rudiments such as single stroke roll and single paradiddle, changing the dynamics when you call for it. REALLY noticed a difference bringing that single paradiddle down to level two. HOT DAMN!!

[@papaw538]

This “workout” kicked my butt. Much harder then I imagined. I am adding this to my daily practice for awhile (months at least). Thanks Rob for helping me be a better drummer!

[@rocknsober3565]

This is a great exercise Brother.....you came up with a good idea for one of your shirts at the end of this when you said... "WAY TO STICK IT OUT". Love you man. the world is better with you in it. thank you! Danny D.

[@teeoh9192]

I already hated my doubles, & this video PROVED how much they suck! haha! But, I've found a new way to practice (I'm gonna have to go slower than 120bpm, though) & I'd imagine as another commenter here mentioned, it would work just as great with singles, & paradiddles (the OTHER 2 "must do" exercises, you recently posted on Drumeo). Not gonna front, it took me MONTHS & MANY attempts to get used to you, but...I bow to the master! Keep it up, & now I'm on a digging expedition of your old(er) lessons!

[@marzz133]

Love this exercise Rob, but I had trouble keeping up at 9:40 bc I was laughing as you did what sounded like Bill Murray from Caddy Shack (Carl Spackler) bragging that he can play to a faster tempo. Rob's reply...We're proud of ya, I'm sure the ladies love you. lmao!! Almost dropped my sticks.

[@CliveRobertKennedy]

Slammed that last one with you, love the content as I take my drumming up a notch, thanks!

[@tedeohifi]

All your videos are amazing dude. You're passion and discipline really shine through. You're not trying to just get a few clicks, you're trying to focus on the things that will really help people get to that next level. NO SHORTCUTS!! I wish I had access to an instructor like you 20 years ago.

[@tyleradams6990]

Well. I'm no beginner. But I'm not intermediate. Stuck it out all the way, with a few mess ups due to fatigue. But, recently I've recorded my cover attempts and been less than happy with my skill level. So I'm starting over and practicing everything from the basics. This is awesome. Subscribed.

[@chinautapropertyforsaleorr4018]

My goodness Rob not played drums for 41 yrs due to road traffic accident,6 months ago I bought practice pad decided to master traditional grip before always played match, I seriously love ur honest down to earth videos thank you for inspiring me , just bought Gretsch Catalina club jazz kit I love jazz. So I’m following all ur help thank you ,

[@kevinthekozakian]

Thanks great episode! The second time we went to quiet dynamics I completely lost control of my arms but quickly recovered!

[@RobBeatdownBrown]

HEY Y'ALL. The full 20 minute slick drum loop (mp3) from this video is available for download on my Patreon page for ALL MEMBERS from the $1 to $15/mth levels! Grab it and save it for sheddin' later! www.patreon.com/robbrownondrums Thanks much for your support! #LooseHands2018

[@Burps___]

I could only do three minutes. By 13 minutes, when you asked, “How you holding up?”, I was already eating a tuna 🥪 sandwich and drinking Coke. I’m a weak fuck. 😝

[@larniete-puki7651]

Thanks for that lesson Rob enjoyed

[@bcancun123]

Rob Brown Thank you for this video I needed this

[@teejay8662]

cool one hahahaaaa

[@rickjohnson7175]

Wow Rob, I will give this a try.Ive played for years with limited control,thus limmiting my abillity to do anything spectacular.We must walk before we run.Thankyou.For helping us develope control.I cant wait to try this exercise

[@krupadrum]

Lovin your channel and really appreciate all your work. A huge thankyou from England 👍

[@Pearl127]

This was awesome - keep interactive vids like this coming!

[@RobBeatdownBrown]

I was nervous about this one. Took a gamble on this type of format, so thanks for the encouraging feedback 🙂

[@Pearl127]

Yeah! I always /say/ I'm going to just sit down and do doubles for 15-20 minutes, but it's great to have this kind of accountability to make it actually happen.

[@trevathecleva]

I'm paying for beginner lessons, but I think I learn just as much on your channel. Interactive video is great. My drum instructor was like "dude your learning some advanced stuff!" I just wish I could get better faster, I feel like I play really bad...Need less work and more play :D

[@michaelmorgan6576]

I like your unique teaching approach. Many roads lead to the top of the mountain and the road you show is filled with musical steps.

[@jonashellborg8320]

Thank you, Rob! I’m getting more and more into these kind of videos : practise together with someone better than you, watch them, watch yourself, and loads of repetitions. This works way better than just getting advice, I find: plus you actually log minutes of playing, not more minutes of just watching videos.

[@adamzettel8770]

Hey Rob! I just discovered your channel last night. Thanks for getting me out of the non-drumming rut I've been in for a while. I'm inspired to get back into it and work hard on the basics. I really like your teaching style, man.

[@Isaiahdoesdeliverance]

Been playing for years, and this was a great challenge. Very humbling, but much appreciated. Thanks for the time and effort you spent on this one.

[@malcolmpollack5612]

Rob, thanks again for this. I came back to it a few weeks ago after laying off for a few months and have been practicing it every day: once with singles, once with doubles, and once with paradiddles, for a total of an hour. It's fantastic what a tune-up this drill is for rusty hands! And the patter never gets old, even if I've now got to the point where I can repeat it along with you verbatim...

[@paulrhall]

Again, my brother, another killer exercise that gets the job done, and I will be seeing you again and again as I add it to my weekly strength building routines. Love all the effort you put into making us all better drummers.

[@michaelkonopka9607]

That was great Beat Down, I made it through but I got a little discombobulated a couple of times, but that was heck of fun! 😊

[@Biggensan]

This is hands down the no.1 drum channel on the net! I thank you for existing!

[@mrmisfit635]

""You want all four fingers touching the stick"...such simple, great advice. Thanks Rob.

[@jakeyjervis]

I love this! What a great exercise. I'm going to download it and do it every day for a while. After about 25-30 years of playing I'm actually really enjoying practicing and building all techniques. Thanks for this man.

[@jcsihp]

Brother Rob - GREAT JOB. I'm a frustrated drummer who is in the fitness world. I train MMA fighters and have been doing special training to keep them alert, aware, and on target in the presence of fatigue and pressure. IT IS THE "DISCIPLINE" YOU SPEAK OF. I'm now doing research on this "discipline" and scientists have given is a VERY COOL NAME . . . . . Psychomotor Vigilance. This is a "thing" and it can be trained - from fighters to pilots, and from musicians to videogamers. We are now studying and measuring it. I just wanted to share with you and your fans that this is SOMETHING that is TANGIBLE, it can be developed, and its VERY important. Thank you for your wonderful contribution to the drumming and music community!

[@xaclockard9472]

Love it! This format is just what I need!!

[@donnypatoine4475]

Really helping me work out any kinks in my doubles, feel anything getting sore, I readjust. ✌👍

[@SoberAF83]

Burns so good! Didn’t think I’d make it through but I caught a second wind. Thanks for the great workout!

[@christopheduplaa9542]

Discovered your Channel few month ago, I'm french, living in the mystical forest of so celtic Bretagne, play in a Batucada band for 3 Years now but Began with no rules, no tricks or lesson or learn about stick Control and finger control, began last décember to Constantly work daily to improve my weak hand, we are on september now and I really notice how my play is more fluide, go with the flow, this video is especially difficult for me but I stay stick on it and work hard to follow you, you're very motivating and nice, so THANK YOU a lot Mr Rob BROWN, I'm so proud to have the Best professor despite it's by youtube😊 Trugarez vraz as we say in breton (mean thanks bro)

[@breadboy2712]

I really dig these guided routines... wish there were more. Thank you Mr. Brown!

[@robertthompson5568]

This is about my 7th time ⏲️ doing this exercise, which was recommended by a fellow drummer. Beatdown Brown is the man! This is REALLY IMPROVING my doubles on my weak side...😄🥁🎵🎵

[@KrisHudsonDrums13]

I’m loving getting back to some good old fashioned practice this year! Difference is from when I learned to play 20ish years ago....we’ve now got awesome people like yourself Mr Beatdown! Giving lessons on demand and for free! I have to admit though....I did just up the speed of playback and ran through this at 150bpm. 🥴 for the ladies, ya know!! Haha. Thanks so much for the content. Legend.

[@phileickmeyer2493]

Ive been playing drums for over 30 years and i have to say, your teachings and reviews on youtube are some of the best ive seen! I can tell you want to help drummers get better at their craft and you are not ashamed to tell your flaws and how you worked on them. Keep up the good work and wish you the very best!

[@crispindeleon1930]

I can still remember being one of the few thousand subscribers, and nkw the channel has grown and so many new teachers emerged but rob is still my go-to guy!

[@robertphelan262]

Took me 2 weeks but now I roll thru this twice a day EVERYDAY,TY ROB

[@Nike-sb1rn]

The Moment when you have been looking this Video every day since two weeks and you already know every word he says by heart.

[@metalcryptor]

Your videos are excellent.. Thankyou

[@rogersmall2510]

Hi Rob I’ve never commented before but felt I must after this lesson Brilliant . I’m looking forward to improving my hands with your help . Many Thanks.

[@mauriciocolmenares3667]

Here in my country they say the mother of the speed is the slowness. Thanks man for this incredible video!

[@philipmcevoy7206]

When Rob Brown's in town the beats are goin down

[@TheTemich1986]

My friend!!! Thank you so much!!! U r an amazing teacher, greetings from Nuevo León, México!!!

[@davidschmidt1562]

Rob your instruction style is AWESOME. I am returning to drums after a long absence. I’ve been doing this excersize for a week now plus the two 5 minute singles and it’s amazing how fast my hands are coming back. The first night my left wrist was screaming at me but I knew it meant progress. Love the way you take rudiments and apply them to the kit. First rate! Please keep making these. So many of us are benefitting.

[@lrllrlrr5089]

I've found through the years, dancers will request a song like "Alley Cat" or "Kansas City", it's not necessarily the song they want, it's more likely the relaxed easy 120 BPM swing that is comfortable to dance to they are asking for.

[@darioderosadrummer]

Love this! Today was my third day and I already feel my doubles better. And, yes, as many others suggest, a great variation is playing the second 10 minutes with the weak hand leading.

[@markvandivier]

Thanks Rob for this exercise. It's been over a decade since I've been playing drums and have decided to get back to it. I'm playing snare for at my local community college concert band. I noticed my drum roll sounded a little rusty then I found this video. So now. I've been doing this exercise daily for a week and it's amazing how clear my double rolls are sounding now.

[@RobBeatdownBrown]

Wicked 🙂👊🏽Glad the video helped you out

[@eastbaymauiboy]

Great workout. My left hand blows, but I hope it gets stronger and more controlled. I dig these interactive vids you do. I hope you do more...15-20 minutes long is great. I'd like to do this for about an hour, three or four times a week. Like 4 different 15 minute exercises, or 3 x 20 minute exercises. I'll be there if you do. Great stuff!

[@drumsbymark]

God bless you! I am a full-time drum teacher and perfoming drummer in Albuquerque. I stress this to my students constantly. I tell them that practice pads and TV go together like peanut butter and jelly. Just did this myself, was even incorporating heel-toe on both feet while I did this exercise. Love the high production quality, the narration and comments. Top Notch. Repetitious exercises are the key to great technique and groove!

[@pandamalefico5065]

I love this kind of videos, they make me more consistent and focused than just sit by myself. I hope that you've planned more videos like this in your "2018's hands development". Keep going!

[@RobBeatdownBrown]

Decided to gamble and test out the format, man. Looks like you guys really dig it, so yea, we’ll do more of these types of videos. 🙂

[@larkstonguesinaspic4814]

Man I freaking love this exercise. I've been doing it for a week, at first I was feeling a lot of tension in my right hand, but the great thing about doing the exercise for this long is that you start making little adjustments to play more relaxed and loose, today by the time I got to 15 minute mark I was feeling zero tension and I was just loose, relaxed and thinking " I finally got my doubles right ".

[@songboek]

So happy I found this channel!!👌🏾👌🏾

[@frederickyoung1806]

Hi Rob. You have no idea how much this has helped. I also use this workout with paradiddles. Can’t tell you how much that has improved my weak hand. You really are some teacher.

[@JB-pg6ju]

So simple but yet insane....I love this guy

[@bmwd4000]

This is the 2nd time performing this straight through and to be honest - this totally is helpful. My instructor/teacher mentioned that I should work toward my doubles and get them down. It's definitively helped and I can see the improvement over the last time I tried this video a few days ago. This is what KZbin is meant for; education through those that love what they are doing teaching others. - Thank you so much (Mr?) Rob Brown.

[@mateuszzakrzewski8445]

Done this session about 15 times It changes a lot, I higly recommend working with Rob on that

[@toddcooper5110]

You are an inspiring teacher. Thank you.

[@luket.phillips6724]

LRRL just gave new life to this oldie but a greatie!!

[@WalterBlomquist]

Yo, was NOT expecting that track. I had to move as soon as it started. Great groove to stay relaxed. Grey Poupon was hilarious.

[@jayeshasher]

Hi Rob. I dont know which category of drummer I fall in but I did it for straight 20 minutes. Will do it once a week and look forward to improvement in my drumming. Thank you . It's always great pleasure following your lessons and this time playing along. God bless Rob.

[@upperccutt]

im 60 now , ringo charlie neal tought me to play , we didnt have you tube this is so great ,your helping me so much i know now I need a lot of work lots of work haha ,very exited ,but its nice to

[@CoryAboud]

I love this-I watch this and play along a few hours before any gig, and it gets my hands loose and confident

[@arturobandini2130]

Hi Rob. This instantly, and I mean INSTANTLY , made my double stroke better!! As in it made my doubles faster and cleaner when I did it after that lesson. Nice one👍

[@josephbertrand5558]

One of the Best exercises for any drummer. Keeps you sharp!!

[@razorsedge7822]

Thanks Rob. 45 years playing, started in Scottish pipe and drums and did this sort of thing then. Forgot how important this was. Great lesson and my lockdown challenge! Stay safe everyone. 👍🏻

[@raybrun9193]

Rob you are without a doubt the best teacher I ever had the pleasure to work with, thank you and God bless......

[@steliosgl8826]

Very nice video!!!! In fact, it was late at night when I gave it a try, so I played the whole thing with brushes. It worked just fine. Keep it up brother!!!

[@jcdrummer589]

Great idea! Gonna try that.

[@steliosgl8826]

John Clay Yeah! The brushes naturally have less rebound than the sticks so it’s a little more difficult. You can try all the rudiments with the brushes!!! :)

[@paulbuzzmccarthy5621]

I started following you about 5 months ago, and have found you most helpful to my everyday routine. Your easy going approach which seems to appeal to drummers at all skill levels is very effective. Also, you seem to have captured the power of online classes far before many of your peers. Bravo to you from a 73 year young drummer!! Cheers!

[@robertbelanger6733]

Great exercise , reversing my lead hand each time and still working on my weak hand & using the towel for improving my weak left hand🤘🏻🥁

[@justinhikestn5211]

First of all, thank you for making these videos. And secondly, thank you for being so encouraging.

[@jimbarcelona1078]

Rob love that double 4800 excercise i do it daily ,just finished today

[@zacharyloewke6366]

Dude, that was fun. Good workout. Thanks, Rob!

[@RobBeatdownBrown]

Thanks for checkin it out! 🙂👊🏽

[@SliderVP2]

Mate, it is a great video. Will do it with my students and on my own. Thanks. Btw, if someone didn’t understand - this is a real workout. This is not yours stupid TOP 10 EXERCISES TO INCREASE YOUR SPEED and etc. Really good and simple stuff.

[@ajwadshariz6187]

Stumbled into your video a few days ago. I like the way you impart your knowledge. Thank you

[@ajwadshariz6187]

Watching your snare tuning video.

[@elarasophia]

Thank you so much for your videos! I am 45 and began learning drums for the first time last week. Your channel is so helpful! I love your vibe. I wish you all the best.

[@buddyrichable1]

Great exercise Rob. TIP: If you get used to this tempo and want to speed up, click the three dots in the upper right corner of the screen and choose ‘playback speed’. You have a choice of four speeds slower and four faster.

[@loniveys4thmillenniumband477]

You are the MAN brother Beatdown!!

[@J98_07]

The value I get from your channel is amazing. Since I come from a place where there are no drum teachers, your channel is helping me become a better drummer by the day. Thanks a lot for all these great videos you put up and I'm looking forward to checking out all of them.

[@marktamily1122]

mr brown you are a bad ass i love this i do this vid every day thanks

[@Justiceair]

I’ve done this a few times, just want to say thanks. It’s great tos work along with you.

[@ianthomas4188]

I just gave this a go. I've been playing drums for 25 years. My rudiments SUCK! But I stuck it out, and by the end my doubles started feeling good. Thanks Rob. I love your channel.

[@jayeshasher]

I can see myself improving. Thanks to you.

[@joakimfrostblacksmithing7127]

Made it to the end 🙂 I will put this in my everyday drum workout. Thank you 👍👍

[@Groovix2020]

Best drum channel man Thank you

[@castlehilldude]

Hi Rob: I put a donation in your account. This video and the 6 shuffle grooves video are worth every penny. I mention those specifically because I use them a lot in my practice. Your videos are informative and educational. You are as good a teacher as you are a drummer and you have serious skills as a drummer.

[@jefferyegger1688]

I've been doing this drumworkout for about 2 months now with my ahead workout sticks and doubles with my feet at the sametime. My doubles are so much cleaner. Thank Mr. Brown...

[@Mudsire23]

Just found this video and it kicked my ass. Cant wait to conquer it. Thanks Rob!

[@petehilario3292]

This is one of my favorite exercises from "The Beat down", I also like to add a 6 stroke roll, 5 stroke roll, and double paradiddle turn around. 5 minutes of any rudiments that I choose. Thank you R.Beezey

[@JamJockey]

It honestly really helps doing the exercise along with someone. Keep doing these rob :)