FP9500C : Quality pedal straight out of the box (minus a drum key)

I really like this pedal, it's got a really smooth action and is simple to set up to suit your needs. I like it more than my 9000 with it's infinite positions (too complicated for me). I like that you just set up and go without thinking. Comes with a nice lightweight carry case. It's much lighter than the Pearl pedal cases but a little bulkier than the 9000 case which is my favourite for local gigging and transport.

While it's top notch overall it does have some minor flaws for me (1) It doesn't come with a drum key or have a place to hold a drum key - all similar level pedals have this option so quite disappointed with that (2) I don't like the black material on the support posts, it looks cool but wears easily and after awhile looks a little tatty (3) I prefer the design of the old pedal plate, it was iconic and think Yamaha should have stuck with it :(