# Hi-Hat pedal tension issue **URL:** \ **Category:** Support\ **Created:** [July 16, 2026, 7:36pm UTC](https://forum.sunhou.se/t/hi-hat-pedal-tension-issue/2564 "2026-07-16T19:36:57Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 6\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![tarnoviziano](https://forum.sunhou.se/user_avatar/forum.sunhou.se/tarnoviziano/32/1479_2.png) [@tarnoviziano](https://forum.sunhou.se/u/tarnoviziano)\ **Post date:** [July 16, 2026, 7:36pm UTC](https://forum.sunhou.se/t/hi-hat-pedal-tension-issue/2564/1 "2026-07-16T19:36:57Z")
Hi all, I am getting weird behaviour from my newly-bought Hi-Hat Sensor, specifically when it comes down to pedal tension. When fully closed, the hi-hat still randomly triggers open sounds, seemingly more often when playing on the edge. Pedal chicks are also very inconsistent, failing to trigger a proper closed chick sound about a quarter of the time. I have double checked the sensor alignment and tried using other cables. The issue persists. In the portal I can see the range in the Hi-hat Tension graph continuously sliding towards open, even when the hats are kept shut, which I doubt it’s intended. Looking around the forum I’ve found [this thread](https://forum.sunhou.se/t/hihat-pedal-zone-triggers-the-edge-zone/2336/4) partially showing the same issue that I’m facing with the chicks. Unfortunately, it has not been replied with a solution. Can anyone help me out? Thanks! ---
**Author:** ![tenoch](https://forum.sunhou.se/user_avatar/forum.sunhou.se/tenoch/32/56_2.png) [@tenoch](https://forum.sunhou.se/u/tenoch)\ **Post date:** [July 16, 2026, 8:10pm UTC](https://forum.sunhou.se/t/hi-hat-pedal-tension-issue/2564/2 "2026-07-16T20:10:31Z")
Hi @tarnoviziano Have you tried using the pedal tension editor on the Hardware Input panel? > **[Pedal Tension Editor​ - Hi-hat Sensor Inputs | Sensory Percussion 2 Help](https://help.sunhou.se/v2/software-overview/hardware-panel/hardware-inputs/hihat-inputs/#pedal-tension-editor)** > > After choosing a Hi-hat sensor type from the add menu in the hardware inputs panel, you'll see a small form to fill out with some information about the Hi-hat you want to add. Some of this info will help us set the right default settings for that... Patrick went over this panel in the last live stream, which might also be helpful to watch. [![](https://img.youtube.com/vi/4__EZx7aOJU/maxresdefault.jpg "Sensory Percussion Livestream Q&A: 2.6.7 Software Update") ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4__EZx7aOJU&t=1706) I would 1) make sure the hi-hat module is tightened and the grooves are aligned ([you can review the setup guide here](https://youtu.be/mzqi6jKRWKQ?si=9XW9L68gCwOcZAf9&t=117)) and 2) try the tension editor. If neither of those help, then there might be something else going on. I’d recommend you generate a Diagnostic Report (from the Help menu) and send it to support@sunhou.se and we can do more troubleshooting. Thanks! ---
**Author:** ![tarnoviziano](https://forum.sunhou.se/user_avatar/forum.sunhou.se/tarnoviziano/32/1479_2.png) [@tarnoviziano](https://forum.sunhou.se/u/tarnoviziano)\ **Post date:** [July 16, 2026, 8:27pm UTC](https://forum.sunhou.se/t/hi-hat-pedal-tension-issue/2564/3 "2026-07-16T20:27:58Z")
Thank you for the reply! The grooves are aligned, and I was tinkering a litte bit earlier with the tension editor without much success. Tomorrow I’m gonna try once again and eventually send that report. Thanks a lot! ---
**Author:** ![lupo](https://forum.sunhou.se/user_avatar/forum.sunhou.se/lupo/32/1190_2.png) [@lupo](https://forum.sunhou.se/u/lupo)\ **Post date:** [July 17, 2026, 5:57am UTC](https://forum.sunhou.se/t/hi-hat-pedal-tension-issue/2564/4 "2026-07-17T05:57:39Z")
I commented on that original thread and my issue was resolved with a firmware update. ---
**Author:** ![tarnoviziano](https://forum.sunhou.se/user_avatar/forum.sunhou.se/tarnoviziano/32/1479_2.png) [@tarnoviziano](https://forum.sunhou.se/u/tarnoviziano)\ **Post date:** [July 17, 2026, 5:00pm UTC](https://forum.sunhou.se/t/hi-hat-pedal-tension-issue/2564/5 "2026-07-17T17:00:29Z")
I see. Mine is already up to date… I’ve sent the report via mail, hopefully it’s something I’m doing wrong in the setup and not the sensory being faulty. ---
**Author:** ![Ears](https://forum.sunhou.se/user_avatar/forum.sunhou.se/ears/32/556_2.png) [@Ears](https://forum.sunhou.se/u/Ears)\ **Post date:** [July 26, 2026, 1:24pm UTC](https://forum.sunhou.se/t/hi-hat-pedal-tension-issue/2564/6 "2026-07-26T13:24:29Z")
When I initially assembled my Hi-Hat sensor something wasn’t aligned correctly and it caused problems very much like what you described. While I think the assembly directions are clearer now (and thus it’s less likely you misaligned things) it’s worth taking it apart and making sure everything is seated correctly.