Tama Iron Cobra

[00willrocks00]

the thing with demon drives is there better than cobras  but not £250 better!

[alvintkh]

Hey everyone ...a suggestion...can i use WD-40 to wipe the chain part?

[ProductionsfoREVer69]

man, screw the demon drives, I was about to buy the demon drives, but with tax it would cost almost $800. I tried out the iron cobras, they were magnificient! and I am only paying $310 for the double pedal iron cobras with the cobra coil! its a steal. the demon drive is all hype.

[Mirozenx]

@ProductionsfoREVer69 hey dude any tips with the setup of the cobra? i realy realy can't get it to a nice light but powerful feel

[ProductionsfoREVer69]

@Mirozenx It's really all about personal preference. But if you want a powerful feel, the spring tension should be loose. and place the beaters farther away from the head, but not too far to where is hits your feet.

[Drummer891342]

THIS DOUBLE PEDAL GIVES ME A BONER !

[Superchocolatedonut]

@EternalSolstice he probably didint know that there is a speed limit on axis longboards

[weswarren14]

there not fucking washers there bolts dip shit

[meatloaf939]

Can all of this be adjusted on the slave pedal if you get the double model?

[TSMColby]

i have some gibraltar shit, not sure what pedals exactly, and i dont much care, but i hate them, they are just awful. Theyre choppy and they grind and squeek, an, just uughhhh, i hate them and i dont have the money for anything new. And i can not play most of the stuff i can usually play at the moment, because, well i dont know why exactly, the left pedal is just being extra gay lately , and it's reallyyyy pissing me off.

[Jerryad0r]

Loved that Review , Thank you !

[BandaDK]

This is why I use Tama. They make such helpful videos.

[PASTAandMUSE]

im getting my Iron Cobras on tuesday and i cant wait to get them!

[glitchhacker101]

at 1:30 to 1:41

Thats the worst drumming ever, i mean it makes lars ulrich look like a good drummer!

[iconoclast123]

HELP! Does anyone know what the original factory settings are for the Iron Cobra: beater angle, footboard angle, cobra coil position, spring tension, and beater height? The footboard angle and beater angle have lines that help you remember and I think factory setting is in the middle for both, but what about the other settings???? Thanks for any help!

[bryanelt]

@iconoclast123 Well, why not watch this video closely and reset everything. There's a gauge for the vari-pitch pedal angle, set it to mid (the black cap on the left angle.). Then, your cam will be exact for you to set the Beater against the staight Offset. Tension, just keep it low and Cobra coil in the centre. If you want more info, give me yr email. Will be happy to answer.

[XxXxMoMoStewxXxX]

10 Min Of Talking Bout A Bass Pedal...DAM

xD

[LeeandSteven1235]

wow, thanks lol... i was gonna go with DW9000's but damn iron cobra seems great.... ima get two for my 9 peice lol

[fr3dz0n]

DUDE ITS VERY COOL TO HAVE THIS PEDAL IRON COBRA COZ I REVERSE THE BEATER HOLDER TO AN OPPOSITE WAY....ITS VERY VERY AWESOME TO USE.... THANKS TO IRON COBRA THIS PEDAL IS THE MOST.....FCKNG AWESOME YOU CAN DEFINE THIS PEDAL AS A PERFECT OUNCE YOU HEAR THE WORD PERFECT PEDAL ITS A TAMA IRON COBRA...........

[imhated22]

@fr3dz0n Next time you comment make sure you can spell and you dont type everything in capital letters like a fucking idiot!

[bruthaflo]

This pedal should be called the Swiss Army MacGyver 9000.

[bruthaflo]

This is a gearheads pedal. Tight locks, beater balancers, adjustment marks, cobra coils, power glides, rolling glide. What a joke. John Bonham could destroy this pedal with a 40 year old speed king. These guys at Tama have grown up watching too much MacGyver. Thats the reason for all these gimics and tools to adjust every little thing.

[TheBryant13]

@bruthaflo Are you a drummer buddy? The pedal allows customization based on the drummers preferences. Every drummer has their own preferences on the settings of their pedal. Its a very helpful and unique pedal.

[TheWALOS]

@bruthaflo

Actually, I couldn't heel-toe with this pedal until I made most of the adjustments discussed in this video. Those things are there for a reason, because there's no such thing as a one-size-fits-all-pedal. Even the most utilitarian pedal, like the Trick Pro-1V, has a plethora of adjustable settings. Not everyone bases the utility and validity of their pedal on what "John Bonham could destroy" it with.

[Villex93]

Just got mine 15 mins ago :):)

[RLFilms]

i bought this pedal used and didn't receive the drum hammer or any of the tools provided. Is there any way I can buy these somewhere??

[metalskatelife]

i just got the doubble pedal version :)

[Mistarfrio]

for anyone thinking of getting these...... get them.... they are the best pedle on the market. ive used alot of pedles both long bourd and standard and these are the fastest ever. there heavy bourd works with gravity to slam that bassdrum and yet the cobra coil allows you to leave the tension very loose if you like and still will go just as fast with less effort... pluss you can get wood beaters for that patched sound between stick for toms and bass drum

[freshair73]

You explain everything perfectly---Its a Great pedal--I like it better than my dw 5000 ad3--which I havent played for awhile now--I use one of these for stage and studio--again great job on explaining everything-

[kichermann]

@EternalSolstice Thats right axis are faster.. But axis cost twice as much as Cobras do, and Axis dont hit as hard as Cobras I think.. Btw you heard of that direct drive thing for the cobras? check it out , it sounds pretty cool!

[borderjumper67]

3:12 dezz nuts hahaha

[h3rsh3y94]

Do the cobra coils only fit on the new models?

[mreliassimpson]

conor your vid has 17,653 views XD

oh and DW9000 ;)

[MafiaDeathwish]

Im thinking about getting 2 of these pedals for my 8 piece imperialstar. how much would it cost for 2?

[HYDE9320]

@MafiaDeathwish Brand new, $379.99

[91551186]

Does the master pedal for the twin ICs have the same feeling as the single IC? My technique on a single pedal still needs polishing, but I've got some extra cash... don't know which to get

[whitewlls]

@EternalSolstice i prefer the demon drive :D

[jantieng]

is this pedal faster than a Soho PD800 TW? ;-)

[lfcanishlfc]

I have an iron cobra and played on a pearl demon drive, and I advise you to get a pearl demon drive, it is about £599 but worth it.

[xxxPinkyGSterxxx]

Dude... I bought an Iron Cobra Double Powerglide a few years back and it's been pretty awesome. Though when I bought myself two bass drums, I realized there wasn't a known way to but that other hammer (beater) on the "slave" pedal. Thankfully my father can fix anything and he tore some parts off my stock pedal that came with my set, and now I've got two bass drums working. So I just wanted to know if there is indeed a known way to make that happen?

[ned2one]

To me these Iron Cobras have a lot of adjustments that arent necessary... like locks and counter-weights etc etc.... I use Peal Eliminators P-2002-c's and they have a lot of adjustments as well but they have purpose... this seems to have to many useless things... don't get me wrong... they're probably very good kicks, I have never used them... but its all a matter of preference really

[fakebro]

i've been thinking about gettin the iron cobras but i have a size 13 foot....can anyone help out and let me know if the ic is a good choice with giant feet?

[RLFilms]

@fakebro probably too late to reply but i also have a size 13 and the iron cobra gives me no problems.

[AjaxpuffNstuff]

wow pearl eliminators are way better

[dmcoheed18]

better than any dw 9000 ive ever played

[wrxstiawd]

so does all the extra speed come from the underspring pressing the pedal back up faster? and do the older ones not have it?

[mryamaha31]

IRON COBRAS ARE THE SHIT!!!!!!!

[johnpearl3]

i bought the fucking dmon drive and is the most shitty pedal in the world... i could put my eliminators doing the same job that demon´s. people if you are bying the demon for metal. forget it...is a fucking shit. i´m going to my music store today to replace my demon´s for a iron cobra

[Haddockxyz300]

@johnpearl3

Yhea,Deamons are way too overrated!

[JosiahSCooper]

@johnpearl3

I agree. I've had one too.

It's all flash and glitter and just more trouble

[Mirozenx]

@johnpearl3 i don't feel comfortable playing the iron cobra, something to do with the setup, any tips? i might sell it and buy some pearl eliminators, played them before and they were awesome

[Bsbo117official]

@johnpearl3 I love my demon drive. It's infinately adjustable to exactly to how you want it!

[Viper668]

With so much talk about shafts and nuts you would swear this video is a porno.

[roberttylershaver]

@Viper668 did you notice when he was talking about the beater balancer he said "I use mine as a memory lock so I know how far in I like to put my beater" haha

[roberttylershaver]

@Viper668 when talking about the beater balance he stated "I like to use mine as a memory lock so I know how far in I like to put my beater"

[fuckboyronaldinho10]

wow!!

it was really usefull, i have mine for about 6 months and i`ve always wanted to know how to adjust the board angle lol.

just one question what is the mainly difference between cobras & DW's ????

[Salzcamino]

@fuckboyronaldinho10 some have reported DW pedals (footboards actually) to snap in half. That's why if I buy a professional pedal I think I'm avoiding DW.

[maggotvenger94]

Damn...

Is it possible to buy seperate?

I'm buying a pair of these pedals (I have two bassdrums) and want cases for them.

[maggotvenger94]

Does every Powerglide come with a hardcase?

[PingaloBill]

@maggotvenger94 All Iron Cobras come with a Hardcase (at least they should)!

Cheers

[P2thaH]

does anyone know how to solve the squeak in the pedals?

[MattSpolansky]

@P2thaH one word: oil

[P2thaH]

ive oiled everything with wd40 and 3in1 and it still is  like always lagging a little. its only on my left slave pedal tho. i guess it might just be wear and tear

[MattSpolansky]

oh i dont know then it maybe just be getting old as you said

[Love4Drums1]

See the wobble and click fix of iron cobra video , Might help you :) :)

[Strang3Mountain]

no problem haha i was thinking about getting the demon drives anyway :) thanks for your time and help

[RUDEFUSO]

I ordered the double pedal Iron cobra 900 PSW Limited Edition 20 minutes ago. My 9 years old Pearl double pedal is about to die...! I think THIS is the best pedal in the world. Great.

[1bass]

I guess it's a matter of opinion because people keep telling me different stuff. Guess I'll buy both, then decide. I'll get the power glide first though. Thanks.

[1bass]

Probably the same amount of power too between the two pedals??

[Strang3Mountain]

@EternalSolstice ahh okay thanks yeah that helped :) if i'm getting longboards should i go for axis or pearl demondrives? there isn't a shop near enough for me to try them personally so i was just wondering what you think? thanks again for the help :)

[fuvk50400]

pearl demon drive, imao, the axis are trying to do the pearl job...just saying.

[Strang3Mountain]

i bought my first double bass pedal (pearl p902 £130) a few months ago, and i am thinking about buying some new pedals.. cobras or axis longboards (axis because of my size 12 feet haha) but i was just wondering.... is shelling out big money for pedals really worth it? i'm into metallica lamb of god etc and i'd just like some advice :) any replies would be greatly appreciated

[grifftoad]

@Strang3Mountain yo bro i wld go with the axis long boards highly adviced metallica as wel as lamb of god uses them

[Salzcamino]

@grifftoad As well as what Eternal Solstice said, Chris Adler (Lamb of God) used a Trick Pro 1V or whatever its called for the new album

[screamjyser]

@Strang3Mountain the iron cobras are actually very fast, if you adjsut them right. they are not sluggish, I can go really fast on mine. Very powerful too. I'd recommend the cobras, they feel more natural and fluid than the Axis.

[1bass]

Do you think it's good for fast Gospel Music too?? I need the power and the speed. I'm going to buy one. But I don't understand the main difference between the rolling glide and power glide.

[EternalSolstice]

I've never heard of Fast Gospel Music :S

But the difference between the two Rolling and Power is that the Rolling has more swing to it and the Power has the more power. (Hence the name)

:)

[1bass]

Never Mind. I'm sorry for the trouble. Please forgive me.

[1bass]

I wanted to make sure. I did research on the tama website but it wasn't helping. Cause it says the power if for a speedy powerful feel. And doesn't the rolling give off more speed??

[1bass]

Well actually what I'm trying to ask is which between the two is better for doing fast doubles with good control??

[mrboverbro]

well not death metal

like metallica stuff

[EternalSolstice]

Yeah, Iron Cobra then :)

[mrboverbro]

whats better for fast metal drumming

axis longboards,pearl eliminater, or this????

[IAmIDeFiiL3ID]

i just bought an iron cobra double :D, after watching this video i just had too. these are well tidy pedals. and cheers for showing this video, i'll adjust the springs when i get it :D

[EternalSolstice]

Awesome, cool dude ;)

[andrevth]

which iron cobra is the best? the rolling or flexi or power?

[GeneralMillss]

Take into account the names. Rolling glide is good for double bass rolls, so alot of quick metal drumming. The flexi is a flexible, and (i would say) jazzy pedal. Power glide will give you just that. So it's good for rock and metal depending on the style. Try them out and youll know whats right for you.

[andrevth]

oh i see shit i bought the flexi pedal but im into metal drumming,, i wasted my money then..

[GeneralMillss]

Honestly, it doesn't matter really the name. It's all about whatever feels best under your feet. If you like to play metal with the flexi then by all means play blast beats all day. Its all about what feels best.

[andrevth]

i see ok thanks for the advice XD

[jastula]

beaters, shafts and nuts..learned alot.. thanks!

[EternalSolstice]

Anytime :]

[mangobeat90]

Hey man, great video.

I've had some problems customizing my Cobra to feel comfortable under my feet but now it's just great. Thanks!

What would you recommend for lubricating the pedals when it's necessary?

[EternalSolstice]

Thank you :]

Lubricating the pedal.. You could do but that'd wear off eventually

You'd be better off using some sort of oil I'd say :D

[mangobeat90]

Hahaha, I apologize for the terrible choice of words then. Figured you "lubricated" with oil, I've done my homework now.

What sort of oil is ideal then, the one you use for the bike chain? My knowledge in these areas are ridicously wage. :)

Thanks again!

[EternalSolstice]

Haha, don't worry man

You may not even need to oil it, unless it starts sqeaking :p

But if you feel the need, try WD40 (which is an oil spray)

Or you can try 3 in 1 Oil which stops sqeaking ;)

Hope that helps :]

And you're welcome by the way ;)

[Alisterbmx]

i tried out both the demon drives and the iron cobras and i prefer the cobra's

i think the DD's feel really heavy on my feet and they cost waaaaaaay too much.

so i bought some Axis longboards :)

[EternalSolstice]

Wow, I thought the Demon Drives would be one of the best pedals on market at the moment! Obviously not then ;) The Cobra is an extremely good pedal, and good choice about the longboards! :D

My third favourite pedals, just after the Iron Cobra and the Trick Dominator :]

[hmfvunit]

2 bass drums,pearl eliminator or iron cobra?

[EternalSolstice]

Iron Cobra ;)

[ToolKid21]

my left one of my double bass pedals has some lag, how can i fix that?

[EternalSolstice]

Hmm.. If you bought it second-hand. It could be dodgy, if not then I don't really know :/

Try re-constructing it all, like. take every part out and put it back together, and tighten everything properly and then see what happens :]

If that don't work then I'm sorry

[insioni]

@ToolKid21 although i don't own these or have any experience with them, i could suggest that you keep the drive shaft (connecting rod) completely straight (not at an angle with the main pedal like this: B--------------b) . although your hats will go a little further away, you won't feel that lag. ur comment's 5 months old =XD!!!

[insioni]

@ToolKid21 although i don't own these or have any experience with them, i could suggest that you keep the drive shaft (connecting rod) completely straight (not at an angle with the main pedal like this: B--------------b) . although your hats will go a little further away, you won't feel that lag. ur comment's 5 months old =XD!!!

[insioni]

@ToolKid21 this vid could help you : /watch?v=WCRbhyYRNrU&NR

[Darkwing74]

Great video. These pedals are legend.

[DrummingAli93]

i had this for a week now and its just awesome fast and powerful. i use a Remo weatherking powersonic 3 bass head and a double Remo flam slam. I have the Tama Iron Cobra powerglide double bass pedal its alot of money, but its relli worth it it's amazing

[chriscem]

whats the difference between power glide and Rolling glide?

[EternalSolstice]

Power Glide gives you more power

And the Rolling Glide gives you more of a groove response :]

[mmedina1114]

i bought my cobras used. and it didnt come with that little key to adjust the beater angle and stuff.

is there a way i can get one?

[EternalSolstice]

Used? I think they come with a key when you buy them new

But you can find them around various music/drum shops :)

Cheap so you don't have to fork out for one :]

[c4m30fl4sh]

mm ok hahaha i mean mm when you first take the pedal out of the box ( when you buy it) and put the speedo ring on and its ready to play like in the video.. what are the markings of the pedal when you put the speedo ring on? like it says on the. video hope you understand haha thnks

[EternalSolstice]

Ohh I get it! Sorry took so long man! And after all that, I don't actually know the answer to that! :p

Does anyone else know the answer? if so, reply to c4m30fl4sh

Cheers ;)

[c4m30fl4sh]

noo the original adjustements of the beater angle and the footboard angle

[EternalSolstice]

I don't think so.

You have to adjust them yourself I guess :D

I think that's what you mean? Sorry if I'm not understanding (:

[c4m30fl4sh]

no i mean when you first put the speedo ring to start playing like mmm the original adjustements

[c4m30fl4sh]

excuse me what are the original adjustements and the markings of the iron cobra?? like taken out of the box?

[EternalSolstice]

How'd you mean?

Like an instructions manual?

[danieljordison0793]

should i get these or the eliminators? cuz i cant decide

[EternalSolstice]

Well, The Iron Cobra is more powerful but the Eliminators have a faster response.

What style do you play?

[danieljordison0793]

metal ...

[EternalSolstice]

Well I would go with the Iron Cobra :]

But it's up to you, The Iron Cobra is definately the prefered pedal

[danieljordison0793]

thanks i wanst too sure about the cobra coil du u know if i can take off in case i dont like it??

[EternalSolstice]

I'm not sure on that one dude, sorry

But in my view, I should think you could because the Iron Cobra comes with it and anything that comes with something should be able to be removed if the user doesn't like it :]

[Thethundergods]

pretty good

[airsoftguitardrum900]

whats better iron cobra or dw 9000?

[EternalSolstice]

Good question

I'd say the Iron Cobra

But I guess it's a personal taste :]

[watsupjack123]

i think both pedals are better in dif ways...like the dw 9000 is better to me cause its realy light and very smooth and fast, and silent.....but the iron cobra is better with its adjustments for the right feel

[metalopolis1]

i want to get thoes pedals but the shops i go to nevet have them the best they have is pearl eleminarers

[SOAD525]

HUH!?

[EternalSolstice]

Have you got them yet?

I just thought you could try contactin' Tama, they have email surely

[graemepoop]

I've got the Power Glide Twin Pedals but it only came with one beater balancer and one tight-lock... somebody didn't think that one through all the way...

[BBD4697]

thanks i found the drum hammer on ebay but idk where i am going to find the beater balancer..

[EternalSolstice]

Hmm, try iDrums or PoolePercussion or ADC Drums

I use those shops the most :D

[BBD4697]

i recently bought this pedal and i really like the feel of it. however i bought it used and it didnt come with a beater balancer or the drum hammer. is there any way i can buy these parts seperately?

[EternalSolstice]

Did it not? Strange...

Umm, I'm sure you could buy these parts from Tama Dealers or regular online drum shops. I don't have these pedals so I don't really know :/

But try Tama drum dealers online or just browse various online drum shops or any drum shops you know.

Dunno if I helped, but if so. Cool :)

[danieljordison0793]

definitly getting this pedal!!! 5/5

[KMPfilms]

awesome Thanks. This helped a lot!

[EternalSolstice]

You're welcome :)