Best Single Bass Drum Pedals 2025

Top-rated single bass drum pedals 2025 - expert picks for every budget and skill level

Last updated: October 15, 2025 • Next update: October 22, 2025

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PRICE RANGES: Under $100 Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000

SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced

GENRES & STYLES: For Rock For Jazz For Pop For Standard Setup For Single Kick For Traditional

BRANDS: DW Pearl Tama Gibraltar Yamaha Trick Drums Sonor

Trick Drums Pro1-V Big Foot pedal - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.4/5 (49 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Trick Drums Pro1-V Big Foot pedal

by Trick Drums

Single Kick Pop Standard Setup

Key Feature:

• Easy setup and adjustment

✓ PROS

• Perfect for most musical styles
• Classic single pedal design

✗ CONS

• Not suitable for metal genres
• No double bass capabilities

Trick Drums Pro1-V Big Foot pedalSingle Bass Drum PedalDirect driveInnovative designLongboard versionTitaniumstainless...

⭐ 4.4/5 (49 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 380721

$604

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Pearl P-3001D Expansion Kit - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (18 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Pearl P-3001D Expansion Kit

by Pearl

Pop Jazz Standard Setup

Key Feature:

• Easy setup and adjustment

✓ PROS

• Simple and reliable operation
• Easy setup and adjustment

✗ CONS

• Less impressive than double pedals
• No double bass capabilities

Pearl P-3001D Expansion KitFoot PedalExtension model from single to double bass drum pedalDirect drive from the pedal...

⭐ 4.7/5 (18 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 229171

$934

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Yamaha FP9D Single Foot Pedal - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (15 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Yamaha FP9D Single Foot Pedal

by Yamaha

Pop Traditional Rock

Key Feature:

• Easy setup and adjustment

✓ PROS

• Simple and reliable operation
• Classic single pedal design

✗ CONS

• No double bass capabilities
• Not suitable for metal genres

Yamaha FP9D Single Foot PedalSingle Foot PedalDirect driveAdjustableAxle-stabilising bearing chamberBall bearing drive...

⭐ 4.7/5 (15 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 457879

$406

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DW MDD Single Pedal Gun Metal - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.4/5 (47 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

DW MDD Single Pedal Gun Metal

by DW

Single Kick Traditional Standard Setup

Key Feature:

• Simple and reliable operation

✓ PROS

• Cost-effective solution
• Perfect for most musical styles

✗ CONS

• May limit advanced playing styles
• Not suitable for metal genres

DW MDD Single Pedal Gun MetalSingle bass drum pedalNew flagship of DW HardwareMaterial: AluminiumDirect driveLaterally...

⭐ 4.4/5 (47 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 513866

$857

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Sonor GSP 3 Single Pedal - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (33 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Sonor GSP 3 Single Pedal

by Sonor

Rock Traditional Pop

Key Feature:

• Perfect for most musical styles

✓ PROS

• Perfect for most musical styles
• Cost-effective solution

✗ CONS

• Not suitable for metal genres
• May limit advanced playing styles

Sonor GSP 3 Single PedalBass Drum PedalFrom the giant single seriesAnother highlight in the giant step seriesEquipped...

⭐ 4.9/5 (33 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 149082

$582

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DW MDD Single Pedal Cobalt - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (39 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

DW MDD Single Pedal Cobalt

by DW

Jazz Pop Standard Setup

Key Feature:

• Perfect for most musical styles

✓ PROS

• Simple and reliable operation
• Perfect for most musical styles

✗ CONS

• Less impressive than double pedals
• No double bass capabilities

DW MDD Single Pedal CobaltSingle bass drum pedalNew flagship of DW hardwareMaterial: AluminiumDirect driveLaterally...

⭐ 4.5/5 (39 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 513864

$824

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Yamaha FP9C Single Foot Pedal - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (48 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

9/10

Yamaha FP9C Single Foot Pedal

by Yamaha

Standard Setup Jazz Single Kick

Key Feature:

• Simple and reliable operation

✓ PROS

• Simple and reliable operation
• Classic single pedal design

✗ CONS

• Limited to single kick techniques
• Less impressive than double pedals

Yamaha FP9C Single Foot PedalSingle Foot PedalAdjustable double camAxle-stabilising bearing chamberBall bearing drive...

⭐ 4.8/5 (48 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 457877

$417

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Trick Drums Pro1-V Big Foot Add-On Pedal - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (26 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Trick Drums Pro1-V Big Foot Add-On Pedal

by Trick Drums

Rock Traditional Pop

Key Feature:

• Perfect for most musical styles

✓ PROS

• Simple and reliable operation
• Classic single pedal design

✗ CONS

• Less impressive than double pedals
• May limit advanced playing styles

Trick Drums Pro1-V Big Foot Add-On Pedal, Extension for single bass drum pedal, For conversion of Pro1-V single pedal...

⭐ 5.0/5 (26 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 489829

$768

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Trick Drums Pro1-V ShortBoard Add-On - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (50 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Trick Drums Pro1-V ShortBoard Add-On

by Trick Drums

Standard Setup Jazz Traditional

Key Feature:

• Simple and reliable operation

✓ PROS

• Simple and reliable operation
• Easy setup and adjustment

✗ CONS

• Not suitable for metal genres
• Limited to single kick techniques

Trick Drums Pro1-V ShortBoard Add-On, Extension for the Pro1-V Single Pedal, Conversion kit to complement the Pro1-V...

⭐ 4.6/5 (50 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 450907

$714

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Trick Drums Dominator Single Pedal - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 5.0/5 (16 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Trick Drums Dominator Single Pedal

by Trick Drums

Pop Single Kick Traditional

Key Feature:

• Easy setup and adjustment

✓ PROS

• Classic single pedal design
• Cost-effective solution

✗ CONS

• May limit advanced playing styles
• Limited to single kick techniques

Trick Drums Dominator Single PedalFoot PedalDirect driveSpring tensionIndependently adjustable beater angle and foot...

⭐ 5.0/5 (16 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 388600

$428

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Trick Drums Pro1-V Black Widow Single LM - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 4.5/5 (38 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Trick Drums Pro1-V Black Widow Single LM

by Trick Drums

Standard Setup Pop Jazz

Key Feature:

• Classic single pedal design

✓ PROS

• Perfect for most musical styles
• Simple and reliable operation

✗ CONS

• No double bass capabilities
• Less impressive than double pedals

Trick Drums Pro1-V Black Widow Single LMSingle bass drum pedalLimited editionLow mass versionDirect driveLighter...

⭐ 4.5/5 (38 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 489815

$637

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Trick Drums Pro1-V Single Pedal SB - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#12

⭐ 4.7/5 (5 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Trick Drums Pro1-V Single Pedal SB

by Trick Drums

Standard Setup Pop Jazz

Key Feature:

• Simple and reliable operation

✓ PROS

• Perfect for most musical styles
• Classic single pedal design

✗ CONS

• Not suitable for metal genres
• May limit advanced playing styles

Trick Drums Pro1-V Single Pedal SBSingle Bass Drum PedalDirect driveInnovative designShort board...

⭐ 4.7/5 (5 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 380741

$548

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DW 9000 XF Pedal - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#13

⭐ 4.8/5 (37 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

DW 9000 XF Pedal

by DW

Jazz Standard Setup Rock

Key Feature:

• Classic single pedal design

✓ PROS

• Easy setup and adjustment
• Perfect for most musical styles

✗ CONS

• May limit advanced playing styles
• No double bass capabilities

DW 9000 XF PedalBass Drum PedalSingle pedalLongboard versionBall bearing mounted delta hingeBall bearing mountedfree...

⭐ 4.8/5 (37 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 320037

$438

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Yamaha FP9500C - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#14

⭐ 5.0/5 (48 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Yamaha FP9500C

by Yamaha

Single Kick Jazz Standard Setup

Key Feature:

• Simple and reliable operation

✓ PROS

• Cost-effective solution
• Easy setup and adjustment

✗ CONS

• Less impressive than double pedals
• Limited to single kick techniques

Yamaha FP9500CSingle Foot PedalChain drive and conversion to belt drive2-Way beatersBeater guardBeater angle...

⭐ 5.0/5 (48 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 228969

$274

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Tama HPDS1 Dyna-Sync Single Pedal - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#15

⭐ 4.9/5 (36 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Tama HPDS1 Dyna-Sync Single Pedal

by Tama

Pop Standard Setup Traditional

Key Feature:

• Easy setup and adjustment

✓ PROS

• Simple and reliable operation
• Classic single pedal design

✗ CONS

• May limit advanced playing styles
• Less impressive than double pedals

Tama HPDS1 Dyna-Sync Single PedalBass drum single pedalDirect drive pedalDual Linkage for even distribution of power on...

⭐ 4.9/5 (36 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 460779

$373

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How to Choose the Best Single Bass Drum Pedals

Budget Planning

• Under $200: Entry-level
• $200-$500: Intermediate
• $500-$1000: Advanced
• $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

• Sound clarity & tone
• Build materials & finish
• Hardware durability
• Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

• Your musical style
• Skill level match
• Intended use case
• Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.

Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.

Higher-priced single bass drum pedals typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.

Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.

Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

Best Single Bass Drum Pedals 2025

Trick Drums Pro1-V Big Foot pedal

Pearl P-3001D Expansion Kit

Yamaha FP9D Single Foot Pedal

DW MDD Single Pedal Gun Metal

Sonor GSP 3 Single Pedal

DW MDD Single Pedal Cobalt

Yamaha FP9C Single Foot Pedal

Trick Drums Pro1-V Big Foot Add-On Pedal

Trick Drums Pro1-V ShortBoard Add-On

Trick Drums Dominator Single Pedal

Trick Drums Pro1-V Black Widow Single LM

Trick Drums Pro1-V Single Pedal SB

DW 9000 XF Pedal

Yamaha FP9500C

Tama HPDS1 Dyna-Sync Single Pedal

How to Choose the Best Single Bass Drum Pedals

Budget Planning

Quality Check

Key Features

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I look for when buying single bass drum pedals?

How much should I spend on single bass drum pedals?

Are expensive single bass drum pedals worth the investment?

What are the best brands for single bass drum pedals?

Should I buy single bass drum pedals online or in-store?

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