Avatar PDL-HH191 Hi-Hat Pedal Controller

The Avatar (HXW) PDL-HH191 is a specialized, low-profile electronic footswitch controller designed primarily to function as either a hi-hat controller or a beaterless kick pedal. Instead of operating as a simple binary on/off switch, it utilizes an analog variable/velocity-sensitive trigger mechanism, translating the speed and pressure of your foot into dynamic electronic signals. Features & Design Architecture Beaterless & Low-Noise Design: Built specifically for tight setups, quiet practicing, or isolated stage tracking. Because there is no physical strike pad or beater assembly, acoustic impact noise is practically non-existent. Dual-Function Adaptability: Depending on which port you patch into on your device, it automatically switches behavior: Hi-Hat Mode: Sends foot-close data and allows open/closed pedal play. Kick Mode: Serves as a compact, responsive, and quiet bass drum trigger. Solid-Body Construction: Features a sleek silver metallic finish with a heavy enough base frame to prevent it from slipping away on hardwood floors or thin studio carpets during high-tempo play. Technical Specifications Parameter Specification Details Model Number PDL-HH191 (HXW / Avatar) Output Jack Single 1/4-inch (6.35 mm) TS/TRS Analog Audio Port Trigger Type Velocity-sensitive continuous/dynamic analog trigger Dimensions (L×W×H) 11.8×3.5×3.7 inches (30×8.9×9.4 cm) Weight 1.12 kg (2.47 lbs) Electrical Rating Powered passively over the audio cable (9V, 5 mA logic context) Included Accessories 1× Mono-interconnect 1/4-inch trigger cable Important Compatibility Notes This pedal is not a universal electronic drum pedal. It relies on specific hardware voltage mapping from the host module to read velocity signals correctly. Guaranteed Native Compatibility: It is built explicitly for the Avatar / HXW PD705 and PD708 multi-pads. Because this hardware is white-labeled under several major distributor names, it is also natively compatible with: Optimal Port Configuration: On a standard PD705/PD708 layout, you must plug this into the dedicated FS1 or FS2 (Footswitch) inputs or the specified PEDAL IN jacks for correct analog trigger tracking. Incompatible Gear: It will generally not work correctly with entry-to-mid tier standalone e-drum brains like the Alesis Nitro/Surge modules or standard Roland modules without severe calibration or trigger-type mismatches, as those modules expect standard piezos or variable resistance pots rather than this specific analog configuration. Category: Drums & Percussion