Roland Rhythm Coach RMP-5 User manual

RMP-5
Advanced Rhythm Trainers
Make Learning Fast & Fun!
RHYTHM COACH
RMP-Series
RMP-3

The Self-Contained
Rhythmic Workout Station
RHYTHM COACH RMP-Series
Put yourself on the fast track to rhythmic
improvement with the RMP-3 and RMP-5. These
state-of-the-art electronic rhythm pads look good,
feel good, and are loaded with fun exercises and
timekeeping tools to build your chops.
With tunable mesh drumheads, built-in metronomes,
large LCDs, renowned Roland Rhythm Coach
interactive lessons, and integrated one-piece
molded bodies, the RMP-series offers the utmost
in portability and convenience.
Flagship Rhythm Coach
With Built-in Sounds
RHYTHM COACH RMP-5
Dedicated Rhythm Trainer
RHYTHM COACH RMP-3
Your Own Personal Rhythm Coach Included
The RMP-series is equipped with Roland’s famous Rhythm Coach exercises, which challenge and score your playing in fun
and friendly ways. Put your skills to the test with Time Check, Auto Up/Down, and Stroke Balance, for example, to help develop
consistent stick technique. Adjust the workout level according to your abilities and goals.
TIME CHECK
STROKE BALANCE
QUIET COUNT
AUTO UP/DOWN
RHYTHMIC NOTESACCURACY SCORE
In sync with the metronome, this
exercise encourages you to
strike with accuracy. The display
informs how accurate your shot
was in seven levels.
The onscreen metronome
needle indicates how strong you
play. Improve balance and
accent skills for both hands.
Chart your progress! With each Time Check exercise,
the RMP grades your performance (for durations of 4,
8, 16, or 32 measures), and displays your accuracy
from 0-100 percent.
*Available on RMP-5 only. On RMP-3,
this function is available for
performances of 8 measures in Time
Check mode.
This provides basic training by changing the rhythm
type every two measures. Useful for warm-up, this
exercise helps you master various note values.
Designed to develop your internal tempo, this exercise
alternates the volume level between normal and barely audible,
challenging you to maintain the correct tempo throughout.
An endurance exercise that gradually increases and
then decreases the click speed. The rate at which the
tempo goes up and down is adjustable, and you can set
the maximum tempo at which it starts decreasing.

Side View
RMP-5
RMP-3
TRIGGER IN
PHONES/OUTPUTMIX IN
Connect up to two pads simultaneously (pads are optional)
Connect an amp or headphonesConnect a CD player, MP3 player, etc.,
for play-along practice
Specifications
Pad Size
Pad Sounds
Tempo
Click Sounds
Rhythm Types
Patterns
Beat
Coach Mode
Connectors
Power Supply
Current Draw
Stand Screw Size
Dimensions
Weight
Accessories
8 inches
54 types
20 - 300
15 types
24 types
22 types
24 types
TIME CHECK (8 variations), QUIET COUNT (6 variations), AUTO UP/DOWN (6
variations), RHYTHMIC NOTES (3 variations), STROKE BALANCE (2 variations),
ACCURACY SCORE (4 variations)
PHONES/OUTPUT Jack: 1 (Stereo miniature phone type), MIX IN Jack: 1 (Miniature phone
type), AC Adaptor Jack, EXT TRIG IN Jack: 1 (Dual) * Using the PCS-31L, you can connect
two pads. In that case, the rim shot, edge shot, and choking features are unavailable.
DC 9 V: Dry Battery 6LR61/1604A (9 V) type (alkaline), AC Adaptor
80 mA * Expected battery life under continuous use: Carbon: 1 hour, Alkaline: 4 hours,
These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.
M8
263 (W) x 348 (D) x 78 (H) mm,10-3/8 (W) x 13-3/4 (D) x 3-1/8 (H) inches
1.3 kg / 2 lbs 14 oz (including a battery)
Dry Battery 6LR61/1604A (9 V) type (alkaline), Tuning Key, Owner's Manual
8 inches
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20 - 260
5 types
18 types
-
24 types
TIME CHECK (4 variations), QUIET COUNT (6 variations), AUTO UP/DOWN (5
variations), RHYTHMIC NOTES (3 variations), STROKE BALANCE (2 variations)
PHONES/OUTPUT Jack: 1 (Stereo miniature phone type), MIX IN Jack: 1 (Miniature
phone type), AC Adaptor Jack
DC 9 V: Dry Battery 6F22/1604 (9 V) type (carbon), Dry Battery 6LR61/1604A (9 V)
type (alkaline), AC Adaptor
55 mA * Expected battery life under continuous use: Carbon: 2 hours, Alkaline: 6 hours,
These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.
M8
263 (W) x 348 (D) x 78 (H) mm, 10-3/8 (W) x 13-3/4 (D) x 3-1/8 (H) inches
1.2 kg / 2 lbs 11 oz (including a battery)
Dry Battery 6F22/1604 (9 V) type (carbon), Tuning Key, Owner's Manual,
Leaflet ("USING THE UNIT SAFELY" and "IMPORTANT NOTES")
RMP-5 RMP-3
Options
For RMP-5 / RMP-3
AC Adaptor
PSA series
Pad Stand
PDS-2
Adjustable Height: 65cm - 95cm /
25-5/8" - 37-1/2"
Stereo Headphones
RH-200
Carrying Bag
CB-RMP
For RMP-5
Connection Cable
PCS-31L
2.5m / 98-7/16"
Dual-Trigger Pad
PD-8
Dual-Trigger Cymbal Pad
CY-8
Kick Trigger Pad
KD-8
Kick Trigger
KD-7
* Kick pedal and Beater not included.
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Printed in Japan AUG. '05 RAM-3945 BI-3 GR-UPR-K
* Kick pedal not included.