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    Just got an email today from Mapex talking about their new pedal, "The Falcon" which is debuting at 2010 Winter NAMM and will be available by February.



    What do you guys think? I don't think it's competing with Axis, Trick, or the Demon Drive pedal. It seems more like it's going up against Tama Iron Cobra due to price and features. I'm interested in what everyone else thinks



    P.S. Does anyone else have the urge to yell, "FALCON PUNCH!!"?

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    hmm, seems really similar to their previous pedals. i dont like the footboard shape, but the pedals do appear to be rather dectnly fast for a dual chain pedal. ill have to test it though. would you mind copying part of the email/features here?
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    Quote Originally Posted by hardrockalternative View Post
    just got an email today from mapex talking about their new pedal, "the falcon" which is debuting at 2010 winter namm and will be available by february.

    Here's the link for more information if you want to sit through an 11 minute movie. http://www.falconpedal.com/

    what do you guys think? I don't think it's competing with axis, trick, or the demon drive pedal. It seems more like it's going up against tama iron cobra due to price and features. I'm interested in what everyone else thinks



    p.s. Does anyone else have the urge to yell, "falcon punch!!"?
    falconn punch!!
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    *Let's not go there Russ. Unless I am misunderstanding, this could be interpreted as offensive to our female drummers - PB*
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    Thats disgusting.

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    Mapex has announced the release of its all-new Falcon Bass Drum Pedals. The Falcon Single Pedal (P1000) and the Falcon Double Pedal (P1000TW) are completely new designs from Mapex and both models are designed to be the smoothest-playing pedals ever made.

    The Falcon’s exclusive hollow inox steel drive shaft offers the utmost in strength without adding unwanted drag or excess weight. This increases the smooth operation of the pedal and gives Falcon a sensationally smooth feel. By allowing the torque-free spring mechanism to move independently the Falcon’s stroke and recoil motions are exceptionally smooth and feel more natural to the foot.

    “Every feature and adjustment has been engineered to make Falcon feel as if it’s an extension of your foot,” said Joe Hibbs, R&D Manager at Mapex USA. “Every artist that has tested this pedal has been able to fine tune it to their liking within minutes — right out of the box. Falcon is a pedal for the people. This is a pedal that can satisfy virtually every drummer.”

    Because the Falcon’s footprint is more compact than other bass drum pedals, it’s easy to comfortably position between the hi-hat and snare stands. The Falcon’s easy-to-reach, resistance-free Talon™ clamp adjustment can be tightened with one hand from a seated position, making set-up quick and easy, even in the tightest spaces.

    The Falcon’s patented Talon™ bass drum hoop clamp features locking claws that move independently from the pedal frame. Even if the bass drum is pitched at a severe angle, the pedal remains flat to the floor and securely clamped to the drum for the utmost comfort and security.

    The Falcon is equipped with interchangeable cams to suit each player’s individual style. The “Glide” cam offers an equal amount of inertia from the beginning to the end of the stroke, while the “Pursuit” cam is recommended for increased power and maximum impact. The reversible beater head comes with interchangeable 10 gram and 20 gram inserts. By choosing one of these weights (or playing without any additional weight at all) the player can choose the desired degree of centrifugal force.

    The Falcon’s footboard design provides the feel of a longer board without the additional weight and mass. A lighter footboard provides greater control with less fatigue and its uniquely sculpted profile allows the players to position his foot at any angle and operate the pedal with minimal expended energy, making even the most intricate patterns seem effortless.

    The footboard angle and beater angle are independently adjustable, enabling the player to fine-tune the ideal combination of playing comfort and force of stroke. The footboard and heel plate are hinged using an exclusive sealed bearing mechanism that offers zero resistance and secure operation with no lateral movement.

    The MSRP for the Falcon Single Pedal is $329.00 The Falcon Double Pedal carries an MSRP of $649.00. Both will be introduced to dealers at the 2010 Winter NAMM show.

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    Anyone know any more about this? Was any one here lucky enough to be on the floor at NAMM? I just checked Mapex's site and Falcon Pedal got the best in show.

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    really? Nope not me, i really want to go to NAMM next year, that sounds like a ton of fun!
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    Quote Originally Posted by Fades Away View Post
    really? Nope not me, i really want to go to NAMM next year, that sounds like a ton of fun!
    I can't think of something I wouldn't do for a VIP pass to NAMM.

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    - Zack

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    Here is my foot on the strap drive version. Smooth, quiet, tight (not sloppy), more adjustable than my DW 5000. Priced right! Yeah, I am getting 'em.
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    that is awesome!

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    Just looked into these. If they are good enough for Chris Pennie, they are good enough for me
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    i just got the single pedal very nice better then what i thought it was going to be for the price reviews later when i play with it for a moth or 2

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    I test drove one of these recently actually when I was shopping for pedals - good, but didn't have the versatility, or quite the best left foot action IMO. But I would definately rate them as good as Iron Cobra's and DW pedals on a side-by-side comparison.


    Just FYI - I ended up chooisng the demon drive Eliminators from Pearl and WOW is all I can say.
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    Im gonna get the Falcon double pedal for sure. Its burly without feeling like you have your feet on two skate boards.
    Last edited by Homeularis; 08-01-2010 at 07:34 PM.

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