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REEFED Beats

First released in 2004, Reefed Beats quickly became the a quad classic for those with quads on the brain. Dug up from the vault, Reefed Beats’ approach to fundamentals is timeless – strap in for an hour of chops featuring Bill, Evan Blackard, Dave Cox, Devin Namaky, Mike Hutton.

“This could be the greatest thing I’ve ever watched”

– Someone, Somewhere…. (probably)

Part 1: All Things Fundamental

  • Intro – 0:00
  • Grip – 2:37
  • Stroke Technique – 5:52
  • Quality of Sound – 15:59
  • Muscle Memory – 19:58
  • Learning Rudiments / Speed – 21:07
  • Rudimental  Breakdowns – 25:07
  • Perfect Practice – 27:43

Part 2: All Things Quadratic

  • Tuning – 29:37
  • Playing Areas + Set Positions – 32:40
  • X & Y Axis of Quad Drumming – 35:49
  • Crossovers – 40:05
  • Scrapes – 42:56
  • Triple Beat Scrapes – 46:07
  • The Get Good Quick Plan – 48:24

Bonus Sections

  • Exercise Medley
  • Rammin’ Notes
  • Opie’s Changes Solo
  • Opies Opus Solo
  • The Guys
  • Behind the Scenes
  • Equipment
  • Bill’s Vic Firth Interview