I always used Gibraltar hardwares, never disappointed me, it is does job,last long. And you always find the one from there range wich is perfect for your needs.I used to play the 5711 without any issue. Then I tried the 6 series as well, I know 9 is the top off the range. But if the money is the issue 6 is doing a great. I tried other brands as well, don't ask me why but I always missing the quality and the design of Gibraltar pedals. Everything else is a setup you use in my opinion.