footpedal
Noun
Meaning
footpedal (plural footpedals)
A pedal (foot-operated lever).
Examples
A unique effect can be created by striking an open hi-hat and then closing the cymbals with the footpedal.
The hi-hats can be sounded by striking the cymbals with one or two sticks or just by opening and closing the cymbals with the footpedal, without striking the cymbals.