Drumometer FAQ Answers

FAQ ANSWERS

Q: What should I do if I begin to feel pain in my hands, arms, feet, or legs using the Drumometer?

A: Should you begin to feel pain in your hands, arms, feet, or legs STOP IMMEDIATELY!!! To reduce the risk of muscle damage, you should use common sense and moderation, slowly increasing your limits as with any exercise. Tensing or straining may cause muscle damage. Stay relaxed!

Q: How do I buy a Drumometer?

A: There are 4 ways to purchase a Drumometer.

1. You can purchase a Drumometer at your local music store
2. If you have any questions please email us at info@Drumometer.com
3. CLICK HERE to purchase on our secure server using a Credit Card or Paypal
4. Print and mail in an Order Form

Q: What is your return policy?

A: Unwanted merchandise* may be returned within 30 days for a refund (excluding shipping). Please note that a 15% re-stocking fee will apply. Merchandise MUST be in new condition and in original packaging. *Please note: DVD's, VHS tapes, and washed or worn clothing items are NON-RETURNABLE. Returnable items MUST receive a Return Authorization (RA) Number. Email us at Sales@Drumometer.com to receive an RA number.

Returnable items must be shipped postage paid to:

Drumometer
P.O.Box 41002
Portland, TN 37148
USA

In the case of a damaged shipment, please contact the carrier for claim instructions.
Let us know if we can assist with this process.

If we receive a package without an RA number, past the 30 day period and/or an item is used, damaged, washed, worn, or is without original packaging, we will either not accept it, or a higher re-stocking fee may apply. All refunds will be via the method of original payment. For example, if you purchased through Paypal, your Paypal account will be credited.

Q: How does the price of Model II compare with the price of Model I?

Model I LIST PRICE was $129.99; however, this model has been replaced by Model II and is no longer in production.

Model II LIST PRICE is $199.99 and includes 7 new features plus an Electronic Drum Pad (Internally triggered Drumopad™) and a footswitch.

Q: What are the new features of Model II?

A: Drumometer Model II has 7 new features!

1. A Metronome with a range of 30 - 300 bpm, internal speaker, Headphone jack for optional Headphones, and Volume Control
2. ZAT™ (Zero Alert Tone™ ) - This is a short tone when the Drumometer Timer reaches zero.
3. Timer range now capable of 900 seconds (15 minutes)
4. Remote footswitch reset (footswitch included)
5. Remembers last timer and metronome settings
6. Counter range now capable of 99,999 drum strokes
7. Easy accessible battery compartment

Q: What is included with the Drumometer?

A: The Drumometer package includes

1 ea. Drumometer™
1 ea. Drum-O-Pad™ (Internally Triggered Electronic Drum Pad)
1 ea. Drum-O-Trigger™ (Electronic Drum Trigger)
1 ea. Remote Footswitch
1 ea. Instrument Cable w/ 1/4" jacks on each end
1 ea. Piece of Velcro®
1 ea. Piece of 2-way tape
1 ea. 6 mm wing nut
1 ea. 8 mm wing nut
2 ea. AA Batteries

Q: Why do I need a Drumometer to measure speed when I already have a metronome that tells me how fast I'm playing?

A: The metronome tells you that you are executing a certain pattern at a certain tempo, but doesn't tell you how accurately you are executing that pattern. The Drumometer will show you exactly how well that pattern is being executed. The metronome is an invaluable tool to develop timing, meter, and accuracy with subdivisions. In fact, if used correctly, it can help to correct deficiencies in a player's meter or time. It does not, however, correct or gauge technical accuracy - the Drumometer DOES! Technical accuracy can only be corrected by creating consistent and relaxed strokes. The Drumometer enables you to correct your strokes immediately while you are playing to achieve the desired goal. So you get immediate feedback on your practice routine. The same principle holds true for doubles, other rudiments or any pattern you might choose. So why do you need a Drumometer if you have a metronome? The answer is simple: The Drumometer does what the metronome can't - the Drumometer shows you exactly how accurate your timing is.

Q: My Drumometer is not triggering properly on my snare drum and/or bass drum. What can I do to get Drumometer to trigger properly on my snare drum and/or bass drum?

A: Although the Drumometer was designed to work with a Drum-O-Pad internally triggered electronic drum pad or a Remo style tunable practice pad, it will also work on acoustic drums. In order for the Drumometer to work on an acoustic drum, the drum will need to be muffled to eliminate excess vibration to the Drum-O-Trigger. If the drum is not properly muffled, the display will appear paralyzed until the last note ceases because of excess note sustain and transient vibrations. A single hit will be displayed as multiple strokes and is caused by transient vibration to the trigger. This is easily corrected for a snare drum by muffling the batter head or top playing side head. Attach the Drum-O-Trigger to the batter head as close to the edge of the drumhead as possible and wrap Velcro or tape the extra few inches of trigger cord to the closest drum lug. This will help to eliminate any unwanted vibration to the trigger and will allow the Drumometer to accurately count the correct number of drum strokes. For a bass drum, you will also need to muffle the bass drum batter head to eliminate the transient vibration to the trigger. Attach the Drum-O-Trigger to the bass batter head as close to the edge of the drumhead (near the bottom) as possible and wrap Velcro or tape the extra few inches of trigger cord to the closest drum lug. This will help to eliminate any unwanted vibration to the trigger and will allow the Drumometer to accurately count the correct number of bass drum strokes. You can test the drum by playing 5 sets of 4 strokes or 4 sets of 5 strokes at a fast speed. The Drumometer should display a Count of 20. You can then test that all desired vibrations are eliminated by hitting 1 stroke at your maximum playing force. Should the Drumometer display a COUNT in excess of 1, you will need to muffle the drum more. Should you have any additional problems or questions with this matter, please contact us.

Q: How can I replace the existing trigger tape that came with the drumometer?

A: The tape is made by 3M Scotch and is Model #410b. It is a 25mm (1 inch) wide x 1mm thick double sided tape that can be found at many hardware stores. You also can contact the R.S. Hughes Company at
1-877-774-8443 or www.rshughes.com. They are a nationwide distributor that advertises no minimum order and will break cases of most products. Should you have any addtional problems or questions with this matter, please contact us.

Q: Where is my power cable?

A: The Drumometer is battery powered and does NOT require an AC power supply. When the display begins to blank out under normal conditions, it is time to change the batteries.

Q: How do I replace the batteries in Drumometer?

A:

MODEL II
1. Open the battery compartment located on the back of the Drumometer
2. Remove the existing batteries
3. Observing polarity insert two (2) new AA size batteries

MODEL I
1. Unscrew the 4 screws on the back of the Drumometer and remove the face
2. Pay attention to the battery orientation and remove the AA Battery Pack. (note that it is slightly leaning against a foam wedge)
3. Remove the existing batteries from the battery pack
4. Observing polarity insert two (2) new AA size batteries into the battery pack
5. Replace the battery pack by gently setting it in the case at a slight angle oriented the same way as when it was removed, resting lightly against the foam wedge. Do not push the battery pack under the circuit board or it may get damaged
6 . Replace the face and screws (do not over tighten)

Q: Will the Drumometer work with an electronic drum pad?

A: Yes! The Drum-O-Pad™ internally triggered electronic drum pad works extremely well as does electronic drums which use a rubber playing surface. Connect the cable from the Drumometer directly into the Drum-O-Pad or electronic drum and you're ready to go. Note that the mesh heads found on many electronic drums will need to be muffled just like an acoustic drum. Also, if you will be playing through a drum module, the module's parameters will need to be set properly for accurate triggering of the Drumometer.

Q: Will the Drumometer work on double bass drums or two electronic pedals?

A: Yes! Two inputs can be connected to the Drumometer via a 1/4" Y connector available at most Radio Shacks and electronics stores. The Y adapter will have a 1/4" male output and two 1/4" female inputs. For double bass drums you will need two Drum-O-Triggers. (One Drum-O-Trigger™ is supplied with the Drumometer. Additional Drum-O-Triggers may be purchased from our Merch Page.) You will also need an additional Instrument Cable w/ 1/4" jacks on each end. These are available at most Radio Shacks, electronics stores, and music stores. Connect the male out of the Y adapter to the input of the Drumometer. Connect one end of each Instrument Cable to each Drum-O-Trigger and connect the other end of each Instrument Cable to each 1/4" female input of the Y adapter.

Q: Does the Drumometer work like a Tachometer or backward metronome (Tempo REF, Groove Guide, Beat Bug, etc.)?

A: No, absolutely not! These devices show what tempo you are playing based on beats per minute and offer a relative number that can be associated with your current tempo. The patented Drumometer is the only device on the market that keeps track of every note you play within a preset time. These metronome like devices tell you that you are playing a certain pattern at a relative tempo, but they can't tell you how accurately you are playing that pattern. The Drumometer can! That's why it is used as an integral part of many practice routines. The Drumometer has the ability to visually keep track of your progress during practice. As a teaching development tool, the Drumometer not only produces playing speed, but also increases endurance and promotes a relaxed playing style.