The Yamaha FP-8500B bass drum pedal is lightweight with a smooth belt-drive system giving it a friction-free feel and great dynamic control. There is no bottom plate on this drum pedal; rather the wire frame locks into the main frame casting making travel storage easy for the gigging drummer. The Yamaha FL-8500B also features a long footboard for great stability making it perfect for drummers who prefer to use the heel-toe technique.