MAGNATRAC LVCT User manual
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Thank you for choosing MAGNATRACK.Our company is comprised of drummers that
have extensive backgrounds in electronic drums and obsess over bringing you, the
artist, the ability to forget about triggering altogether. We strive every day to forever
blur the lines between acoustic and electronic percussion.
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Getting Started
“The Future of Electronic Drums is Acoustic”
MAGNATRACK'S approach to electronic drums is unlike the rest of the industry.
We want to embrace as much of the acoustic kit as possible in its purist form.
For most drummers that “form” looks and feels like the acoustic kit they
already own.What we can achieve with our triggers and your existing drum kit
is unparalleled.Not just in performance and cost, but future thinking that’s
deeply rooted in the traditional drum set.It’s the essence of this approach that
makes the next part potentially the most crucial when trying to blur the lines
between electronic and acoustic drums.Our mission is more than just
converting your acoustic drum kit out of convenience, or to save afew bucks.
We believe we can convert your kit without compromise. A kit free from any
distraction that prevents you from being in the moment, as an artist,
completely immersed in rhythm you create.*groove as directed
Kit Maintenance
Proper kit maintenance can be the difference between triggering that is
responsive, accurate, and captures the subtle nuances that comprise your
style, or drive you to the point of madness. Everything on your kit counts in
large amounts! Poorly maintained hardware can wreak havoc on your triggers
performance. You should approach your kit as if you were about to record in
the studio. Proper spacing between stands, tight cymbal boom arms
free of wobble, and cymbal felts in good condition are more
relevant to preventing unwanted triggering results than
you might think. More advanced considerations include
installing mesh heads with a gauge just as you would
with acoustic heads to ensure even tension across the
drum head. There are many tips and tricks we dive
into on our site. For now just remember It all counts!
LOW VOLUME CYMBAL TRIGGER PACK
PACK CONTENTS
RARE EARTH DYNAMICS IS NOT LIABLE FOR ANY INJURY TO SELF OR DAMAGE TO ANY
EQUIPMENT.USE PRODUCT AT OWN RISK AND PLEASE FOLLOW DIRECTIONS AS
DESCRIBED.AT NO TIME ATTEMPT TO DISMANTLE OR AUGMENT ANY PRODUCT OR PART.
Contents of Pack
Foam Mutes: 4 ea.
No Drill Wiring Kit
(1/8TH INCH TRS –1/4 INCH TRS.)
Adapter Cable: 5 ea.
Dual Zone Splitter Box
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Low Volume Cymbal Trigger: 5 ea.
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Velcro Cable Ties
Tools Needed
Substitutions may lead to trigger damage. Only use tools described.
•1/4” box wrench or socket and driver
•Standard Philips head screwdriver
•Standard drum key
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PACK CONTENTS
Getting Started
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HI-HAT INSTALLATION
Mounting Wiring Block
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BOTTOM HAT
HI-HAT INSTALLATION
PLACE THE BOTTOM HI-HAT ON THE STAND
Mounting Wiring Block
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No Drill Wiring Block
•Mount the block near the edge of the bell of the bottom Hi-Hat
•Route the female cable’s bare ends through a single hole near block
from below
•Insert the bare wires into the block matching wires on corresponding
side (Shown below in Fig A )
Tools Needed
•1/4” box wrench or socket and driver
•Standard Philips head screwdriver
Red Wire
Red Wire
Black Wire Black Wire
Connect Cable To Trigger
Connect Cable
To Adapter
Cable From
Module Hi-Hat
Input
HI-HAT INSTALLATION
Fig A
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BOTTOM HAT
Mounting Wiring Block
HI-HAT INSTALLATION
For Dual Zone Hi Hat:
You can repeat wiring block installation by moving second block to opposite side of bell.
*NOT INCLUDED IN STANDARD PACK
BOTTOM HAT
PEEL OFF
Foam Mute Installation:
The foam mutes allow the top and bottom hat to be played traditionally by preventing
unwanted triggering when the two cymbal come in contact with one another. This is
only necessary when using a traditional Hi-Hat stand that allows both top and bottom
hats. For an example of what's needed to take advantage of this method check out the
Hi-Hat demo video linked on page 2. However, if you have a separate pedal included
with your module you can enjoy the feel of playing both hats without the physical open
and close movement that follows the articulations.
1/4”
PLACE AS SHOWN
1/4” FROM CYMBAL EDGE TRIM
WHEN PLACING THE FOAM MUTES
USE A TAPE MEASURE TO
ENSURE EQUAL DISTANCE FROM CYMBAL EDGE.
1/2” OFF CYMBAL EDGE OR 1/4” OFF TRIM
Hi-Hats (Bottom Hat)
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HI-HAT INSTALLATION
Install Hi-Hat Hardware (Top Hat)
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HI-HAT INSTALLATION
Install your hi-hat clutch to the top hi-hat
cymbal.
Top Hat Install:
Trigger Location
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HI-HAT INSTALLATION
Mount the top hat onto the stand. Tighten clutch so it leaves enough room to access
the underneath side of the top hat.
Top Hat Install:
Trigger Location
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HI-HAT INSTALLATION
Most triggers require it to be located directly under the strike area causing a lack of
true velocity and accelerated wear.
MAGNATRACK’S Cymbal Triggers are designed with Proximity Detection
Technology which provides accurate capture of your playing style without having to
play on top of the trigger.
As shown in the diagram below this
allows you to easily create and dial in your zones with just an increase in one triggers
sensitivity and lower threshold while applying the opposite settings to other trigger.
BELL
BOW/EDGE
Trigger Location
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HI-HAT INSTALLATION
SINGLE ZONE HI-HAT
IN THE KNOW
TO LEARN ABOUT “ZONE STACKING”
CHECKOUT OUR VIDEO LINK ON PAGE 2
You can get optimal results with the triggers placed on either side of the hi-hat
bell. By experimenting with different locations, you can capture fine nuances, as
well as, eliminate any dead spots, or double triggering.
Trigger Mounting
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DECAL FACING DOWNWARD
TOP OF CYMBAL
ALL HI-HAT
TRIGGERS GET
MOUNTED TO
BOTTOM SIDE
OF THE TOP HI-
HAT
HI-HAT INSTALLATION
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN NUTS
THE BLACK RUBBER PORTION OF THE
TRIGGER SHOULD BE MAKING
CONTACT WITH THE CYMBAL
Trigger Mounting
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TOP OF CYMBAL
HI-HAT INSTALLATION
Secure the cable of the trigger using the 1/8”
“P” clip. Use a nut and bolt to secure. Bolt goes
down through top cymbal with head of facing
up, on top side of cymbal.
Repeat this process to secure
cable on the bottom hat. Ensure
to leave enough length for
connection of the make cable to
reach trigger while hi-hats are
open.
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HI-HAT INSTALLATION
Final Connections
CONNECT D-E
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DRUM MODULE HI-HAT INPUT
(NOT HI-HAT CONTROLLER INPUT)
COMPLETE CABLE CONNECTIONS AS SHOWN
Cable Management
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HI-HAT INSTALLATION
Securing Cables:
Secure the cables, starting at the top of the hi-hat stand,
using the provided Velcro straps. Ensure to avoid
attaching Velcro straps to any moving parts of the stand.
Velcro straps
Example location
Settings
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HI-HAT INSTALLATION
NOW that everything is connected,
you can power up your module.
CONSULT your manual to locate your
trigger settings.
LOCATE HI-HAT
ADJUSTMENTS
Hi-Hat
SENSITIVITY
THRESHOLD
ADJUST your trigger settings as
described in your manual. Every module
varies in its terminology and internal
correction algorithms. Understanding
your drum modules parameters and
corrective abilities is crucial for optimal
performance. We have a list of baseline
settings on our website for most popular
drum modules to get you started.
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QUICKSTART SETTINGS
Getting Started
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CRASH INSTALLATION
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