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[@pac923]

Man, thanks for this video. It really helped me with speed. I started using my middle finger instead of my index and has made a world of difference. Thanks..

[@sbradyork]

Totally brilliant instruction Rob! You are now my go to guru 👍✊️😁

[@CyMBoLiK33ViBeZ]

Lol I started doing the middle finger too after watching this video. I was a big pinky out index especially with buzz rolls dude and slowly fixing it and it’s different but is better technique

[@RealBesty]

It seems counter-intuitive to me to not use your strongest (index) finger in your grip. Why did you stop using it as your fulcrum and how have you found making the adjustment? :)

[@retrohitstributes8781]

@@RealBesty I used to think that too, but then I noticed cats like Colaiuta, Deitch, DiCense, etc having relatively looser grips with the forefinger, especially during double-strokes.

[@doozle5132]

Yes I noticed the middle finger is faster too. Brilliant video Rob! Gonna watch your others now...

[@TheRealUncleBeef]

Finally, a doctor who's prescription I can actually read

[@gospeldavid3909]

😂 i see what you did there

[@jknighton]

Rob: "Are you having trouble with your doubles?" Me: "I don't think so, but I feel like I'm about to find out I am." Thanks, man. Great video. Love your stuff.

[@RobBeatdownBrown]

Hahaha 🙂👊🏽

[@j88k001]

Precisely!!

[@petera.dinovijr.4762]

Josh Knighton lol

[@christschinwon]

Welcome to Double Trouble Club!

[@rob14roc]

LOL

[@pAWNproductionsDE]

This is the first time I've ever seen anyone actually show a close up of the hand and finger movements. Thanks so much man!

[@larrydicus7822]

When I play doubles with my right, it's smooth as silk, left hand, it's like I've never seen a drum stick before.

[@abc456f]

I know that feeling. My left hand is spasticated. Can't imagine how much better I'd be if my left hand was equal to my right.

[@kanesanders6669]

@@abc456f I've played a drum kit for 30 years, in cover bands and church but I've not really played anything where I've needed to learn or play rudiments. I gig most weekends year round but since all my gigs got cancelled from mid-March due to Coronavirus I have deliberately not practiced or played on my kit. In the last 10 years that I've been gigging solidly I've only ever practiced to learn new songs but I've decided to use the virus quarantine to only practice rudiments and only on a pad. My right hand is pretty good but my left hand is horrible. Way too much tension and elbow movement and way slower than the right. If I had two right hands I could probably play doubles at 200bpm but the fastest I can play doubles and keep my lefts and rights even is about 130. I'm only practicing variations of doubles and paradiddles because lets face it, I've gotten by for 30 years without even knowing what most of the rudiments are even called.

[@posesepulu3771]

Lol its flipped for me. My left feels seamless, my right is a like a drunk trying to walk the straight line test - all over the place! I'm working on it though.

[@DodgeDartSongs]

I saved four or five of robs more basic lessons to my KZbin library and I go back to those daily and my left hand has shown definite improvement. In fact I do a lot of these lessons only with my left hand because my right is in pretty good shape.

[@marceibel1131]

@@DodgeDartSongs Same, Rob is the best

[@SmellyBones]

Me: *plays drums for 30 years Also me: "What's a double?" Don't be like me.

[@Daveyboy10053]

I was just about to ask the same thing lol

[@AK47_414]

@@Daveyboy10053 you guys are not real drummers then lmao

[@jackleaves4948]

kaneki k its possible they just forgot ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

[@Durwood71]

@@jackleaves4948 Or they know the technique but don't know what it's called.

[@gingerbaker1785]

@@AK47_414 lol you can still be a good drummer just cause u don't know all the techniques doesn't mean ur not a real drummer?

[@user-vp2vy5ey3g]

You are a great teacher! Your advise makes sense. It is hard to find a teacher who knows so well the early mistakes that beginners encounter and who advises how to get over these impediments. I'm greatly appreciative!

[@ll3319]

Rob, you're a great communicator, very articulate and relatable. And I appreciate your visuals and clear direction. The exercises you offered might give my fingers some magic.

[@dkie]

This man just called himself The Docta lmfao Im loving the advice already

[@snareaddict]

Excellent! Love you entire approach to realistic usable lessons. Bravo!! Mad cool.

[@adrieldiaz1980]

I am a begginner almost reaching intermidiate level and it's thanks to you. So helpful. I take notes in my notebook of every detail. I feel like in an institute with you. I watched you on Drumeo and the only thing I regret it"s that I did not know of your channel before. Thank you and I do appreciate this

[@Danyulesun]

All your videos are a one stop shop for tutorials, perfectly explained and demonstrated. Thanks heaps man, really made an immediate difference.

[@jrodante]

Great demonstration and lesson. Well done and simple explained, gotta try this exercise. Thanks Rob.

[@justinpalmieri7626]

Thanks Rob!!!! Been playing drums since I was 10, I'm now 45, and this is the first time I've actually understood how a double feels. Can't wait to see what happens with a month of shed time. I'll keep you posted. Your style of teaching resonates with me keep up the great work!

[@howardmanley3388]

Your a wonderful teacher, thank you for sharing the information that you have had to dig out over the years with hit and misses and now your being generous to us so we don’t have to work as hard as you did as much .I use to work for greyhound corporation and their was this mechanic there an old timer who had lots of information but he wasn’t willing to share with anyone... I think that’s why I appreciate your kindness so much...

[@wikuslombard6373]

I've been doing this exercise for a couple of weeks now, and the results are showing. Thanks Rob. I use it with a metronome and building up gradually the snapping motion. Great exercise

[@brianmckee1561]

Thank you so much ! The way you just described everything was the best I have ever heard . You completely understand the difficulties and are able to communicate it amazingly!

[@paulsanders6839]

Very nice, thanks for the clear video. And what a gorgeous kit you have!

[@vertigoat7596]

Rob, pound for pound, I think this is one of the best lessons the internet has to offer. I’ve always thought my doubles were really good, and I was just watching because, we’ll, it’s you, but I realized I was doing exactly what you said players do. Guilty as charged! Keep up the awesome work!

[@mayleii890]

I just started drum lessons today and I'm getting super excited about learning a new instrument! Finding your channel will help me immensely thank you so much!!

[@dwaynerobertson383]

Excellent video, man. Excellent. Crystal clear, laid back, easy to absorb/comprehend information. Love how you lay this down, in words and examples. Thanks for helping us all execute this double stroke clean up.

[@tmatheson54]

Rob thank you so much. I’m anxious to go try this out as soon as I can. I got your prescription and ready to do it to it! You make it look so smooth and easy.

[@metalphobos3632]

"Are you havin trouble with yo doubles!?" Subbed.

[@RobBeatdownBrown]

Haha! Thanks, man 🙂👊🏽

[@metalphobos3632]

Rob Brown no, thank you Rob. Lol. My dbls need work. I never put time into them.

[@pedroleal7118]

Hi Rob. As Always,thank you for the good info you never miss to give. Hope you're doing well. I appreciate your videos a lot,the are precise in vital points,what we all need ! Keep up the good work you're doing,sharing with us your insight.Thank you!

[@elissanova]

Great tutorial! Thanks! I played rudimental style back in the day so I'm pretty comfortable with double beats but I've been looking for a good tutorial for friends who are still working on it. Thanks for breaking it down into matched and traditional, too.

[@davidval67]

Rob brown....you have hit the nail on the head...always had trouble with double strokes.....thank you for the exercise...will let you know on my progress.....

[@rhythmantic]

I dig it. First came across this way of emphasizing the 2nd stroke of this sticking back in the 1970s when some other drummers and I were analyzing the double strokes played by Mitch Mitchell, Jimi Hendrix's drummer, so I appreciate your explanation of how to practice this stroke. Thanks Doc!

[@allrequiredfields]

YES. Fucking Mitch Mitchell - that's who I could never imitate, and this was why.

[@luckyrocks1]

Break through moment! for me! Thank you so much for explaining this. All my life trying to get a rebound second bounce instead of emphasis on the second hit! I can't thank you enough for explaining this so I completely understood how to get out of this rut I've been stuck in for years! Bless you !!!

[@smokesystem90]

Amazing channel. Yet another advice that helps, this time it took less than a day to feel a difference in my playing. Thank you, thank you so much, my man.

[@williewhite7037]

THANK you very much. That was extremely helpful. I didn't realize how raggedy my double strokes were until how this video. Because of you, my double strokes are much improved. And getting better. Again, thank you and keep type of excerise coming.

[@paulrevelli]

Excellent, Rob. I wanted to tell you that what has helped my doubles immensely harkens back to the 20 minute double stroke workout you posted a while back. But what I did instead was start with a SINGLE stroke on the downbeat. So what you have is: LRRL LRRL LRRL LRRL etc. (or RLLR RLLR RLLR RLLR etc.). Man, I did THAT for twenty minutes with the click, nice and even. I guess it's sort of based on something I probably saw in the "Accents and Rebounds" book some years ago, but it has definitely helped me. Thanks for all your great, inspiring videos.

[@Patenasty]

great, thorough explanation... THANKS FOR GIVING YOUR TIME TO TEACH OTHERS...

[@johnfrank3372]

Thank you for this - I like your teaching style and the way you clearly explain the mechanics.

[@ebonyavengerstevenson1321]

Thank you again these videos really help a lot.

[@mjsayers6186]

Best drum teacher in the world.. I'm teaching myself, every time I come to this site with a problem. Rob explains it best. Thanks man, really appreciated!

[@rob-442]

Rob, man you are the best!! I have been struggling with doubles. This just open the door and the fresh air has come in. Fantastic. Thanks.

[@jerryjohnson2270]

Rob, I got me a pretty nice DW drum set and a Black Beauty snare and your my teacher . Love the way you express your talent , Thank You!

[@markhamilton6627]

I've been learning from you for a few years now. Great technique. Really appreciated! Thanks.

[@alvinmundo411]

Hey bro, I've been watching your vids for a while now and must say, you're the best. I started drums about 3 yrs ago and have watched many vids and have had 2 teachers. I've picked up more from you than any others. The way you explain things in all its' detail is amazing and so much easier to follow than any other method i've used. Kudos, bro, and keep up the good work.

[@RobBeatdownBrown]

Hey thanks, man. Glad the videos are helping you out 🙂👊🏽

[@bradprather6749]

Thanks for putting this together, nicely done.

[@joeyhandeland983]

Thank you for posting this great video. I've been playing drums, for 30 years and learned so much from this. Stay safe. I'm isolating in may 20/20. Getting back to basics:)

[@karriewallace110]

Thank you Rob for your great lessons! So helpful. I love the way you explain things. You are truly awesome!

[@jpjp9145]

Great video and lesson. Thanks for doin these videos man.

[@drlodge]

If there is just one drumming you need to watch, this is it. Great video, I like the bit where you show how the stick is held and the finger action...I've just moved to trying the middle finger fulcrum and your relaxed style keeping the arms down, seems to be something in it. I still have a long way to go, so thanks a bunch for your videos.

[@natalieranson7461]

Thank you Dr. Rob! This video helped me so much!!

[@maybelooking]

Ive been playing since I was 14 years old. I still don't have a well developed double stroke. If your video helps me im coming to visit and buying you dinner!!!!

[@user-lu9hq6jv4v]

My friend and I learned a lot from you on our drum pads and sticks! Thank you, for your time.

[@artmakersworlds]

Oh man your so easy to follow along with. I'm a total newbie. JUST got my practice pad. Yours is the first video I found with the "traditional grip" and it's the first time I actually got a smooth rhythm. (my left hand seem to be somewhat challenged.) lol.

[@HorrorKidd88]

great explaination, great information, thanks for posting Dr. Beatdown!

[@halyna0203]

Thank you for taking the time to teach

[@rsmittee]

The power of the pinky makes another appearance! Must be crucial in doubles and singles! Nice work Mr. Brown. Thanks for the info.

[@LH-zv2zq]

Always like hearing analysis of drumming technique - again you're making it easy to digest.

[@dtxpressen]

Awesome! Been waiting for this!

[@beidlern]

Rob Man, you are one cool cat. Thanks for the tips. I've been a hack for a while but think your tips will help both me and my daughter. Good luck with everything Mr. Brown.

[@beinhispresence2279]

Thanks a lot for sharing your knowledge with us. God bless you!

[@johnlopez3641]

great video thank you. I've always been a match grip player and this technique reignites the drumming fire. Always love learning new techniques that make drumming fun.

[@randarmax]

Awesome prescription Dr. Rob. Thank you.

[@christophersmith5323]

Thank you Rob! I've been playing a while and I'm good, but still need work. I really appreciate this. God Bless you man!

[@lockdownmytownbykevinjohns6224]

Rob: once again your videos are very helpful and practical. When I went to the US Marine Corps Drum & Bugle Corps School after Bootcamp, they taught us to NOT to Practice the Double-stroke roll with the usual RR LL RR LL Sticking. Instead, we were taught to practice with this sticking; RL--LR--RL--LR starting at a Full Stroke (Hi) Stick Height. We were told that this sticking Totally eliminates ANY Bounced Roll, and also eliminates the tendency to play the Long Roll with a Louder First stroke, followed by a softer or weaker Second Stroke as in Rr Ll Rr Ll.

[@petera.dinovijr.4762]

Been playing drums since 2000 but I didn’t learn any rudiments till this past year. My singles and paraded does are strong but was struggling with the doubles. This is a great video. Thanks for the help !!!

[@melissasoltero7210]

Such a great channel Rob!I like your style of instruction. 🙌🏽

[@carlosmerino2400]

Bro! Thanks for this i am following to a tee and so far I have a few days in and can hear a difference. Can only imagine in 3 months how much faster I will get!

[@Jack-mh5mx]

Thanks Rob for the tips. At 61 Picking up the sticks again and I forgot so much rudimentary stuff. I got some homework .

[@chrisduffy2737]

Back in the 60s we read magazines instead of looking at youtube videos and I can recall reading maybe in Downbeat Magazine a drummer comment on the lovely double stroke roll another drummer (that other drummer could have been Joe Morello because Brubeck's "Take Five" helped introduce Joe as a big shot drummer and Morello had a wonderful roll). He commented that he supposed the other drummer was accenting the second beat just a little more. As for me, I was having difficulty "crushing" the roll. I found playing in 3 helped me crush it. Then I went on to the crush roll in 2. I could have used your videos back in the 60s, but then, that was before you were born! Keep up the good work.

[@robertgary1541]

Thanks my brother! Love your teaching style! God bless!!!

[@peterstroud5472]

Lovely clear ideas and information Rob. Great stuff! I'm in!

[@txdrmr]

Nice! Great stuff and spot on! I almost never subscribe to any channels...they have to be worth it and this one is absolutely worth it. Playing for 25+ years and there are things I'm learning here. Self-taught player, by ear which is why this site helps so much! Never stop learning and always open your mind, especially when playing and/or learning music!

[@170adamb1]

Great tip!! I first learnt accenting the 2nd beat on Dave Weckl's first video!! Really improved my double strokes!!

[@relicsofancient5583]

Love your videos, very helpful lessons and you sir, make me get up and do what I got to do. Thank you!

[@RobBeatdownBrown]

Nice! Thanks for watchin', man 🙂

[@bobbycoltrane7552]

My first video of yours but it won't be my last. I started dreaming when I was in my early twenties had to quit due to diabetic neuropathy took up guitar but now in my early forties 20 years later. I miss it more and more so I decided to go back to it . So these little tips are huge!!! I had just started learning rudiments so this is helpful and if you have any more thoughts or classes on rudiments or anything else would be greatly appreciated.

[@andreasargenti6315]

This video changed everything for me, thank you sooo much!!

[@justinetijou7235]

Thank you,thank you, thank you!!! I am 55 and have been learning to play the drums since May '23. My drum teacher is currently on his summer holidays and I've been given 'homework' to do while he is away. One part is to work on getting my bpm up for my doubles. I've given this a go and it's already helping. I am thrilled!! I will now binge watch all of your videos. Amazing explanations, thank you 😁😁

[@stephenkavanagh3560]

Thank you, kindly squire. I also tried using my index or middle finger to hold the stick and to my delight it’s upgraded my speed. Splendid new idea, my dear fellow. Regards from an Irish git in Hungary.

[@ricardoabreu8869]

Nice! I’ll try this exercise! Thanks!

[@joestang1]

Awesome lesson Thank you, Love your lessons So far. You really help me understand and make it click in my head how to practice and play the drums love it

[@derekohlarik1198]

Finally someone who uses slow motion! That was super helpful to see the mechanics. Nice seeing you on DRUMEO as well! Beatdown FTW

[@azguitar]

Great lesson that helped me clean up my doubles. Thanks, Ron!

[@jezm1703]

Really good explanation of the double stroke. Thanks.

[@michaeleagle2]

thanks for helping inspire an old head to get his chops back... Your videos somehow take me back 35+yrs. I remember showing an uncle how the band instructor had us grip'n sticks.. He laughed and gave me the middle finger walked away.. First I thought about putting xlax in his food. Then It hit me!!

[@malcosis965]

Thats how im learning, and trying to get my blast beats tighter, totally agree with this,. Im a truck driver, so when stuck in traffic, or on a longer journey, theres enough room near my gear stick, to be able to practice , using this technique, with the left arm and a stick, on the side of the trucks dash, feels the same as a practice pad. just getting the bounce even as i can, and for me , as fast as i can has made such a difference. Also, its a thing for the double kicks too, the second bounce on the kick when doing doubles/heel toe, also has to be the equal as the first, unless doing awesome things using the heel toe mixed with singles.,

[@terrelllewis9774]

Nice. I'm always looking for helpful techniques. This is great.

[@gerovonrandow3897]

Cool. Normally I play the guitar, but from time to time I love to do some (totally amateurish) drumming. Difficult to find good tutorial videos on drumming. This one stands out.

[@tune7333]

Ive just got bk into drums after 30 yrs off...ur vids r the best, Ive learned so much, thks

[@kristinemacdougall]

You sir are awesome! Your lesson is what I needed BUT your attitude is what caused me to subscribe! Thank you for the help and for being coooool

[@BrunoFerreira-zs8st]

Great video man! Awesome and lots of fun as always, imo, the best on the net!

[@eccentricorgan]

Interesting approach with the first exercise...I've seen a similar approach where you accent the second stroke with each hand, but it was much more emphasized. Almost as if you are a robot if that makes sense. I appreciate your suggested way of doing it, seems more natural. There's a video clip of Jim Chapin talking about the moeller technique and how your grip changes when doing single strokes as you go faster. With your first example, I now see a similar thing now applied to double strokes. Good stuff and thanks for sharing!

[@kosycat1]

Just came across your vids dude. Great advice and well explained, very helpful. Thank you

[@boblatzer]

You’re a great player and fun to watch. I’ve learn a ton from you.

[@RobBeatdownBrown]

Glad the videos are helping you out, man 🤘🏽🇨🇦

[@robertwalker1128]

I play drums when I was younger I haven’t played in like 20 years and I just got another set I’m trying to get back my the grip So I can roll better and be triplets and such I would like to learn some syncopated Chad stuff because I don’t like to play covers exactly the way that played I like to add my own little thing to him and I was wondering if you ever do that lately I’ve been playing to your drumeo drumless tracks I they’re going to be a great tool for me to practice to. But honestly I should try to get back to the basics I really love the show and the information you guys provide I think you covered all the bases when you explain what you’re doing and how it’s done So keep up the good work and I’ll be watching show me some good stuff this year everything you do is good thanks Robert

[@bogartsandoval]

I appreciate it Mr. Brown. God bless your Channel!

[@turbo_stryker21]

This was absolutely awesome. This is the missing piece I haven’t been able to figure out for a very long time. Looking forward to practice, thanks Rob!!

[@maxdominguez5543]

Awesome. TY, this is working out muscles that werent worked out before. Seem so simple but so effective

[@cornerstoneproductio]

Great tutorial Rob, you are blessed with the gift of teaching thanks!

[@lilangelbunny42]

i just started playing drums 2 days ago and i was watching like "exercises for beginners" and i just couldn't keep up, my doubles sucked, and i searched "how to get better at doubles" and your video popped up, immediately i got it, you explain and show it perfectly, this really boosted my confidence and motivated me to practice! i hope i make it into a band one day 😖💘💘💘

[@mranchovydrumbass]

Top stuff Rob, really enjoying and learning a lot from your teaching, love how you keep it simple and easy to understand...........all the best man, Ant (UK).

[@FunkyDrumm3r]

very great video, straight to the point, thanks!!

[@4seasonsbbq]

Thanks for the tip, I've never been real good with my doubles but now I'll do like you said and practice in front of the TV or with the stereo on. Thanks for sharing.

[@TD12KX]

Great exercise! Thanks, Rob!

[@pmventura41]

Thank You. I will really practice this good exercise. Thank You…

[@derekamos4359]

Love your videos. Great instruction, thank you!!