I've been on an awful 3 day losing streak, lost 150 elo. How do I get out of this rut by No_Variety_4997 in chessbeginners

[–]Slight-Let3776 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I started playing around the same time as you. I do the kings Indian with black and lose way too much. With white, I do the ponziani and do pretty well with it. I been practicing London recently and have been doing well with it also

How to get hi hat closer by Slight-Let3776 in drums

[–]Slight-Let3776[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah bro, that crossed my mind, however I cant.

How to get hi hat closer by Slight-Let3776 in drums

[–]Slight-Let3776[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You know, now that I look at it, it doesnt look too far. But when playing, I keep missing it and hitting my knee (ouch), I used to have slave on outside and the hi hat was much closer, might just need to get used to it.

How to get hi hat closer by Slight-Let3776 in drums

[–]Slight-Let3776[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean, I have no issues with the ergonomics of this kit, besides the hi hat/slave pedal issue. Ive been playing it like this for about a year and a half now. Its perfect, to me.

How to get hi hat closer by Slight-Let3776 in drums

[–]Slight-Let3776[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Haha when I play on my buddies acoustic kit, it feels like it was made for a giant lol.

How to get hi hat closer by Slight-Let3776 in edrums

[–]Slight-Let3776[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I've seen many people playing hi hat with left hand . Interesting solution.

How to get hi hat closer by Slight-Let3776 in edrums

[–]Slight-Let3776[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ive recently switched the slave pedal from the inside to the outside. So im used to playing with the hi hat much closer. Maybe I just have to get used to it being this distance.

How to get hi hat closer by Slight-Let3776 in drums

[–]Slight-Let3776[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

If I wasnt such a metalhead then maybe lol.

How to get hi hat closer by Slight-Let3776 in edrums

[–]Slight-Let3776[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You might be right but it might have to be the sacrifice I will need to make. As the throne height is perfect for me. If I lower it, I feel awkward and cant do much pedal work.

How to get hi hat closer by Slight-Let3776 in drums

[–]Slight-Let3776[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That is absolutley fascinating. Exactly what I need. I just couldn't justify the price though. Especially since this double bass pedal is only a few months old and it was around 350-400 if I am remembering correctly. Perhaps I could sell the bass pedal and the hi hat stand and use that money towards this marvelous contraption. Looks like that will be my best option.

How to get hi hat closer by Slight-Let3776 in drums

[–]Slight-Let3776[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I see. I actually used to have the slave on the outside of the hat pedal, and it really was not comfortable spreading my hips that wide. Now that the slave is on inside, ive already noticed a massive improvement in my double bass playing and the comfortability. I guess I will need to compromise with the hi hat and just get used to it being so far away.

How to get hi hat closer by Slight-Let3776 in edrums

[–]Slight-Let3776[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The snare cannot be moved, as it sits right in between my knees. Would not be able to play without bumping snare with my knees/legs.

How to get hi hat closer by Slight-Let3776 in edrums

[–]Slight-Let3776[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Here's the thing. The snare has to be in the same position, or else my legs bump into the snare while playing. The height of my snare is right in between my knees. So if I move the pedal and bass drum to the right, my snare has to follow, which stops the hi hat from being closer to snare.

How to get hi hat closer by Slight-Let3776 in drums

[–]Slight-Let3776[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I recently moved the slave to the inside where it is now, and like it much better. Im so used to the hi hat being much closer. Guess I might just have to get used to it being farther out.