The AXiS Shortboard is the preferred pedal for jazz, rock and hard rock drummers. Smooth, responsive, balanced and versatile - from slow rock ballads to heavy beats, the AXiS Shortboard Pedal has been the workhorse of professional and amateur drummers since 1990. Our shortboard pedals are great for drummers who play heel-down or looking for a more traditional drum pedal feel. Our Shortboard footboard measures 3.5” wide at the AXiS logo and has an overall length of 10”. The heel plate is 1.5” long, providing plenty of room to rest your heel. In addition, the heel plate has two mounting locations, allowing you to fine-tune the overall feel of your pedal.
The AXiS A-CAM incorporates our patented Variable Drive Lever (VDL), allowing you to adjust the angle of the footboard independently of the beater angle. This simple adjustment alters the amount of footboard travel required to activate the beater, offering a range of feels from fast and responsive to slow and controlled. Minor adjustments in the VDL yield noticeable differences in how the pedal plays, giving you precise control to dial in the pedal for your individual playing style.
Made from aerospace grade aluminum and precision machined to exacting standards, AXiS Pedals are designed and built to withstand the grueling demands of the road. Stainless steel bearings at every pivot point ensure smooth, frictionless play while our unique direct drive assembly provides unparalleled power and responsiveness.
Standard Spring Assembly - The original AXiS Spring Assembly - simple and reliable. The medium duty spring provided a good balance between power and response and is suited for most playing styles. Custom thumb nuts allow for easy adjustment and a wide range of tension positions. LINK
MicroTune® Spring Tensioner - Our patented spring mechanism allows for easier adjustment and greater precision when fine-tuning spring tension. The heavy duty spring provides a wider tension range compared to our Standard Spring Assembly and is the spring of choice for drummers looking for a heavy spring tension. LINK
Each AXiS Shortboard Pedal ships standard with our Marksman Beater. The Marksman has been the cornerstone of AXiS pedals for over 30 years and is beloved by drummers across all genres given its unparalleled versatility. For more information on the Marksman Beater or to check out our other beater options CLICK HERE
All AXiS Pedals are designed to work with all of our accessories, including our Detonator Trigger System and our Doc O’Matic quick-disconnect docking port. See below for more information.
AXiS is a Northern California based company. Our pedals, parts and accessories are made and assembled in the USA. We source and use the highest quality materials and precision machine all of our parts to exact specifications for unparalleled reliability. Road tested since 1990 - AXIS Quality Every Time.
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