Very simple system, but boy it makes a lot of difference and somehow now, in my case the left pedal of the double pedal, is connected to the base of the Hi hat, it feels most stable, sturdy and comfortable to me!! No change for the my left bass drum pedal from moving away!! nice piece of gear!! That said it might not work if you don't own a Iron Cobra Hi hat. But if you are then it is a must in my opinion!