XDrum DD-516 E-Drum User manual

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DD-516 E-Drum
Users manual

INFORMATION FOR YOUR SAFETY!THE FCC REGULATION WARNING (for USA)This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.CAUTIONThe normal function of the product may be disturbed by Strong Electro Magnetic Interference. If so, simply reset the product to resume normal operation by following the owner’s manual. In case the function could not resume, please use the product in other location.PRECAUTIONSPLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDINGPlease keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.Power SupplyPlease connect the designated AC adaptor to an AC outlet of the correct voltage.Do not connect it to an AC outlet of voltage other than that for which your instrument is intended.Unplug the AC power adaptor when not using the instrument, or during electrical storms.ConnectionsBefore connecting the instrument to other devices, turn off the power to all units. This will help prevent malfunction and / or damage to other devices.LocationDo not expose the instrument to the following conditions to avoid deformation, discoloration, or more serious damage: Direct sunlight Extreme temperature or humidity Excessive dusty or dirty location Strong vibrations or shocks Close to magnetic fieldsInterference with other electrical devicesRadios and televisions placed nearby may experience reception interference. Operate this unit at a suitable distance from radios and televisions.CleaningClean only with a soft, dry cloth.Do not use paint thinners, solvents, cleaning fluids, or chemical-impregnated wiping cloths.HandlingDo not apply excessive force to the switches or controls.Do not let paper, metallic, or other objects into the instrument. If this happens, unplug the AC adaptor from the wall outlet. Then have the instrument inspected by qualified service personnel.Disconnect all cables before moving the instrument.205257595100aw_DD516_Manual_G06_1011082010󾾠󾾠11󾾠󾾠8󾾠󾾠 14:28:22

ContentsPanel & Display DescriptionFront Panel.................................................................4Rear & Side Panel......................................................5Display........................................................................5SetupConnecting Pads and Pedals......................................6ConnectionsConnecting an Audio Equipment.................................7Connecting a set of Headphones................................7Connecting an MP3/CD Player...................................7Connecting a Computer..............................................7Connecting a Midi Keyboard.......................................7Power Supply & Switch...............................................7PerformingSelecting a Drum Kit...................................................8Playing the Pads.........................................................8Adjusting the Sensitivity of a Pad................................9Using the Metronome/Click Feature...........................9Adjusting the Tempo...................................................9Editing and Saving a Drum KitAdjusting the Volume of a Drum Kit..........................10Switching Reverb On/Off and Setting EQ.................10Selecting the Drum Instrument of the Pad................10Adjusting the Volume, Pan and Pitch of the Pad......10Setting the Pads to Play Songs................................10Saving the Edited Kit.................................................10Playing Along with SongsSelecting and Playing Back a Song..........................11Adjusting the Volume of the Accompaniment and Drum....11Muting the Drums in Songs.......................................11Using the Pads to Play Songs...................................11Recording Your PerformanceRecording Your Performance Quickly.......................12Playing Back Your Recorded Performance...............12Making the Settings for Recording............................12Practicing with PatternsSelecting a Pattern and Practicing with it..................13Scoring Your Practice................................................13Playing Back Your Recorded Practice......................13Creating Your Own Drum KitAbout the Drum Kits..................................................14Selecting a Drum Kit.................................................14Overall Drum Kit Setting...........................................14Selecting the Pad to Edit...........................................14About the Drum Instruments.....................................15Selecting Instruments...............................................15Drum Instrument Setting...........................................15Settings for Other Functions.....................................15Saving to a User Drum Kit........................................15Making the Settings for PadsAbout Settings of Pads.............................................16Adjusting the Pad Sensitivity.....................................17Setting the Pad Threshold........................................17Eliminating Crosstalk between Pads.........................17Selecting the Pad Curve...........................................17Setting Rim Sensitivity on Pads................................18Adjusting the Hi-Hat Pedal Splash Sensitivity...........18Saving Settings of Pads............................................18Setting the MetronomeAbout Click................................................................19Switching the Click On/Off........................................19Adjusting the Click Tempo.........................................19Setting the Time Signature........................................19Setting the Interval....................................................19Adjusting the Click Volume.......................................19Selecting the Click Sound.........................................19Playing Back SongsAbout Songs.............................................................20Selecting a Song.......................................................20Playing Back a Song.................................................20Adjusting the Accompaniment Volume......................20Adjusting the Drum Volume......................................20Muting the Drums in Songs.......................................20Recording a SongAbout Recording.......................................................21Recording Pad Performances...................................21Recording Performances Accompanied with a Song...20Playing Back Your Recorded Performance...............21Recording Standby....................................................21Practicing in Learning ModeAbout Learning Mode................................................22Practicing with Beats.................................................22Practicing with Rhythms............................................23Practicing with Patterns............................................23Recording and Scoring Your Practice.......................24Playing Back Your Recorded Practice......................24Making the Setting for MIDI About MIDI................................................................25Making the MIDI Settings..........................................25Connecting with an External Sound Device..............26 Using the digital drum as a Sound Module...............26 Prompt Messages.....................................................27Troubleshooting........................................................27Specifications............................................................28Kit/Voice/Song/Pattern/Parameter List......................29MIDI Implementation Chart.......................................39Quick StartAdvanced UseAppendices
QUICK STARTADVANCED USE APPENDICES
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Panel DescriptionFront Panel1. VOLUME Knob Adjust the volume of phone and line output.2. START/STOP Button Start or stop playing.3. SAVE Button This button is used to save the current kit settings in a user kit and save the trigger settings under the Utility menu pages.4. LCD Display Please refer to the LCD Display section.5. SONG/PATTERN Button Enter the Song menu in NORMAL mode or enter the Pattern Practice menu in LEARNING mode.6. KIT/RHYTHM Button Enter the Kit menu in NORMAL mode or enter the Rhythm Practice menu in LEARNING mode.7. VOICE/BEAT Button Enter the Voice menu in NORMAL mode or enter the Beat Practice menu in LEARNING mode.8. PAGE/SELECT Button Scroll through the menu pages. Press and hold it for 1 second to switch modes between NORMAL and LEARNING.9. CLICK Button Turn the metronome on or off and enter the Click menu in NORMAL mode.10. DRUM OFF Button Mute the drum part of the pattern.11. TEMPO Button Adjust the current tempo.12. UTILITY Button Enter the Utility menu in NORMAL mode.13. RECORD Button Enter the Record menu in NORMAL mode.14. PLAY/PRACTICE Button Play back your recording in NORMAL mode. Start practicing following sample practice patterns in LEARNING mode. Press and hold it for 1 second to play back your practice in LEARNING mode.15. Button and Button Press the [ ] button increases and press [ ] button decreases the current parameter.16. Pad Select Buttons These buttons play the pad voices of the current kit. In Voice menu and Utility menu, they select the pad to be edited.4( )
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Panel DescriptionRear Panel & Side Panel17. AUX IN Jack(1/8”) This stereo input jack is for an external sound source, such as an MP3 or CD player.18. LINE OUTPUT Jacks(1/4”) Stereo output connection to an audio system or drum amplifier.19. CRASH 2 Jack(1/4”) Input connection for Crash 2 (dual-zone).20. TOM 4 Jack(1/4”) Input connection for Tom 4 (dual-zone).21. MIDI Connectors (IN, OUT) These ports allow communication with other products equipped with a MIDI interface.22. USB Connector This port is used to connect to a computer (MIDI In/Out via USB).23. PAD Connectors Input connections for Kick, Snare, Tom, Cymbal pads and Hi-Hat control pedal.24. PHONES Jack(1/8”) This stereo jack is used to connect headphones to the unit.25. POWER Switch This switch turns the power on and off.26. DC IN Jack Connect the included DC 9V power adaptor.Display1. Tempo/Measure2. Hitting Indicator3. Beat Count4. Indicators for Learning 5. Indicators for Menus (Such as UTILITY, REC, etc.)6. Current Mode and Parameter Display 5
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SetupCaution!To prevent electric shock and damage to the device, make sure the power is switched OFF on the drum and all related device before making any connection.Connecting Pads and Pedals Standard: KICK, SNARE, TOM1-3, CRASH1, RIDE, HIHAT, HIHAT CONTROL PEDALExtended: CRASH2, TOM4 Using the provided cables, connect with kick, snare, tom1~tom3, ride, crash, hi-hat, hi-hat control triggers. Snare, tom, ride, crash are stereo input, support double triggering (increase edge triggering); kick, hi-hat are mono input, which can't response edge triggering. Hi-hat control pedal is stereo input.Note: For details on assembling the drum stand, attaching the digital drum and connecting pads, refer to the Installation manual.6Drum Modulehi-hatcrash1ridetom1tom2snarehi-hat controlkicktom3
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ConnectionsConnecting an Audio Equipment When using an amplifier, connect the Output L/MONO and R jacks on the rear panel to the input of the amplifier.Note:For mono playback, use the L/MONO jack. For stereo playback, connect both L/MONO and R jacks. The line output volume is controlled by the VOLUME knob.Connecting a set of HeadphonesAn optional set of stereo headphones can be connected to the PHONES jack located on the side of the drum module. The headphones output volume is controlled VOLUME knob, too.Connecting an MP3/CD PlayerConnect the audio output of an MP3/CD player or other audio source to the stereo AUX IN jack on the rear panel. The input signal is mixed with the drum signal, allowing you to play along. Connecting a Computer Via the USB Connector This receives and transmits MIDI messages. Via the MIDI Connectors MIDI IN Connector This receives MIDI messages transmitted from an external MIDI device or a computer. MIDI OUT Connector Pad performance data is transmitted from this connector to connected computer or MIDI device.Connecting a Midi KeyboardIf you’re using an external MIDI keyboard or pads to control the digital drum, make connections as shown. Here, it is used as a sound module.Power Supply & SwitchMake sure the power is switched OFF. Connect the power adaptor to the DC IN jack on the side panel. After confirming that all connections have been completed, rotate the volume knob to the left (minimum volume level) before switching the power on. Set the power switch to the “ON” position. The KIT indicator on LCD will light up and the display will show kit number 01.Note: Make sure the power is switched OFF when connecting the drum module with external devices.7
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PerformingSelecting a Drum KitAfter powering up, the digital drum will be in KIT menu (KIT indicator ON ). The display should look like this: 1. Use the [ ] and [ ] buttons to select the active kit. There are 45 kits in the digital drum: 29 preset kits (Kits 01-29) 16 user kits (Kits 30-45), the parameter display area will display as "U30~U45", with an additional letter "U".2. Pressing the Pad Select buttons allows you to preview the current kit (fixed velocity). 3. Hit the pads to play the current kit.Playing the PadsSimilar to an acoustic drum kit, the digital drum responds differently to various playing techniques and dynamics. All the pads are velocity sensitive. And some voices change timbre depending on the striking force. Drum Pad Head or Rim shot The digital drum pad detects head and rim shots (rim shots trigger the rim voice). Cymbal Bow shot and Rim shotThe digital drum cymbals detect bow shot and rim shots (rim shots trigger the rim voice).Both Ride and Crash cymbals have cymbal choke. But hi-hat don't have the cymbal chokeChoking the crash/ride edge with the hand immediately after hitting the crash/ride mutes the crash/ride sound.Hi-HatThe Hi-Hat sound varies depending on the position of the Hi-Hat pedal: Open Hi-Hat: Strike the Hi-Hat pad without pressing the pedal. Half-Open Hi-Hat: Strike the Hi-Hat pad with the pedal pressed halfway down. Closed Hi-Hat: Strike the Hi-Hat pad with the pedal pressed completely down. Pedal Close: Press the pedal completely down without striking the pad. Splash: Press the pedal completely down and release it immediately.
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PerformingAdjusting the Sensitivity of a PadYou may wish to adjust the sensitivity of the pads according to your playing style and desired dynamic range.1. Press the [UTILITY] button The UTILITY indicator appears. 2. Strike a pad or press a pad select button to select the one whose sensitivity is to be adjusted. The PAD indicator shows the current selected pad.3. Press the [ ] or [ ] button to adjust the sensitivity.4. Press the [SAVE] button to save the current setting.For details on pad adjustments, refer to Advanced Use.Using the Metronome/Click FeatureYou can switch the click sound on and off by pressing [CLICK] button. When the click plays at the current Time Signature and Tempo (displayed in the top left corner of the LCD), the beat indicators will swing accordingly. You can set the time signature and interval, adjust the click volume and select the click soundin the CLICK menu.1. Press the [CLICK] button. Start the metronome with click sound. 2. Press the [PAGE] button to select the click menu pages and press the [ ] or [ ] button to adjust the parameters. 3. Press the [CLICK] button again. Stop the metronome and exit the click menu.Adjusting the TempoYou can adjust the tempo of the Metronome, the current song, and the current learning pattern. The current tempo always displays in the top left corner of the LCD.1. Press the [TEMPO] button. 2. Press the [ ] or [ ] button. Adjust the current tempo.3. Press both [ ] and [ ] buttons at the same time, reset the current tempo to its default value.Note:If there’s no operation, it will return to the previous menu page automatically after 3 seconds.PAGE/SELECTUITILY
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Editing and Saving a Drum KitIn KIT menu, you can modify the parameters as you like and save to the selected user kit.Adjusting the Volume of a Drum Kit1. Press the [KIT] or [PAGE] button. Select the Kit Volume page.2. Press the [ ] or [ ] button. Adjust the kit volume.Switching Reverb On/Off and Setting EQ1. Select the Global Reverb page and EQ pages.2. Press the [ ] or [ ] button. Switch Reverb ON or OFF. Set the gain of three-band EQ (high, middle, low)Press the [KIT] or [PAGE] button.Selecting the Drum Instrument of the Pad 1. Press the [VOICE] button. Select the Pad Voice page.2. Press the [ ] or [ ] button. Select the drum instrument of the selected pad. Please refer to Drum Instrument List.
Adjusting the Volume, Pan and Pitch of the PadSetting the Pads to Play SongsSaving the Edited Kit
1. Select the Pad Volume, Pad Pan, and Pad Pitch pages.2. Press the [ ] or [ ] button. Adjust the corresponding parameter.Press the [VOICE] or [PAGE] button.1. Press the [VOICE] or [PAGE] button. Select the Pad Song and Song Number pages.2. Press the [ ] or [ ] button. Switch the Pad Song function ON or OFF. Select the Song that begins playing when the following pad is struck.1. The number of user kit will be flashed.2. Press the [ ] or [ ] button. Select a user kit to save your settings. (No. 30-45)3. Press the [SAVE] button again. Save the setting to the selected user kit.Press the [SAVE] button.10HINTIf the edited kit isn’t saved before selecting another kit, powering down the digital drum, the changes will be lost.
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Playing Along with SongsSelecting and Playing Back a Song1. Press the [SONG] button. Switch to the SONG menu.2. Press the [ ] or [ ] button. Select the active song. The digital drum has many kinds of songs. Please refer to Song list.3. Press the [START/STOP] button. Start or stop playing back this selected song. When playing back this song, the PAD indicator will display which pads are being played by drum track.
Adjusting the Volume of the Accompaniment and Drum
In SONG menu, you can adjust the volume of drum or accompaniment track.1. Press the [SONG] or [PAGE] button. Select the ACC Volume or Drum Volume page.2. Press the [ ] or [ ] button. Adjust the corresponding volume.Muting the Drums in SongsIf you want to mute the drum track of the song, please press the [DRUM OFF] button. The [DRUM OFF] LED will turn on.Using the Pads to Play SongsThis function is available only with electric drum. When you struck the pads that have been set Pad Song function, they will start the performance of the songs. If you don’t know how to set this function, please return to previous page and review the part “Setting the Pads to Play Songs”.For Example：Kick: You can play the bass-line (Tap group, refer to Song List) note by note with you kick drum.Crash: The chords (Hit group, refer to Song List) progress when you strike the pad.
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Recording Your PerformanceIn RECORD menu, you can record pad performances and the song as accompaniment.Recording Your Performance QuicklyPlaying Back Your Recorded PerformanceMaking the Settings for Recording1. Press the [RECORD] button. The [RECORD] LED will flash. The Metronome will be turned on automatically. The display will show:2. Press the [START/STOP] button or strike the pad. Recording will start. The [RECORD] LED will turn on.3. Press the [START/STOP] button again, or press the [RECORD] button. Stop recording, the [RECORD] LED will turn off. Your performance has been recorded.1. Press the [PLAY] button. Play back your recording. The display will show:2. Press the [PLAY] button again. Stop playing back your performance.If you are not satisfied with your recording, please press the [RECORD] button to restart the recording progress.You can make the settings for recording on Record Standby.1. Press the [PAGE] button. Select the Record Setting pages.2. Press the [ ] or [ ] button. Adjust the parameters about recording. For details on record setting, refer to Advanced Use.
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Practicing with PatternsThere are three types of patterns in LEARNING mode.Beat: Snare PracticeRhythm: Drums PracticePattern: Drums Practice with accompanimentSelecting a Pattern and Practicing with it Scoring Your PracticePlaying Back Your Recorded PracticeWhen you are in NORMAL mode, please press and hold the [PAGE/SELECT] button for 1 second. The LED of LEARNING mode will turn on. The display will show:1. Press the [BEAT] button. Select the Beat Choosing page.2. Press the [ ] or [ ] button. Select the beat which you want to practice.3. Press the [PRACTICE] button. Start or stop playing the pattern with your practice. The PAD indicators will display which pads are being played by drum track. If you want to select the Rhythm or Pattern, please follow the steps described above. Drum Lessons Score can be downloaded from internet(consult your dealer). We recommend you to follow it.If you want to check your progress, please press the [START/STOP] button. The display will show:A measure count-in will be inserted before playing back the pattern so that you can practice in good time. Your practice will be recorded automatically. When finished playing back the pattern, the digital drum will score your practice automatically.The display will show the score. If you are unsatisfied with your score, please press the [START/STOP] button and restart examination.1. Press and hold the [PLAY/PRACTICE] button for 2 seconds. The display will show: You will listen to your recorded practice.2. Press the [PLAY/PRACTICE] button again. Stop playing back the recorded practice.BEATLEARN
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Creating Your Own Drum KitAbout the Drum KitsIn KIT menu, you can select drum kits to play from the pads, and you can edit voices and their associated parameters, such as Pitch, Reverb Level, Volume, Pan, MIDI Note, etc.There are 45 kits in the digital drum: 29 preset kits (Kits 01-29) 16 user kits (Kits U30-U45)In addition, there are 11 General MIDI preset kits for MIDI/USB applications, and for MIDI file playback. Please refer to GM Drum Kit List. Each drum kit contains settings for up to 19 voices, assigned to the 10 pad inputs and 1 pedal controller:Selecting a Drum KitIf the digital drum is not yet in KIT menu, press the [KIT] button to enter it. The KIT indicator will light up, and the LCD will display the current kit number. Press the [ ] or [ ] buttons to select a kit. When holding down [ ], values increase rapidly. When holding down [ ], values decrease rapidly.Overall Drum Kit SettingIn KIT menu, you can set the overall kit parameters.1. Press the [PAGE] or [KIT] button, select Kit volume page. The parameter adjusts the overall kit volume(0-32).2. Press the [PAGE] or [KIT] button, select Reverb Switch page. The parameter toggles the global reverb Switch ON/OFF.3. Press the [PAGE] or [KIT] button, select EQ gain page. These parameters adjust the three bands of Master EQ (-12dB-12dB).Selecting the Pad to EditThe current pad to be edited can be selected either by pressing its Pad Select button, or by striking the pad itself. The PAD indicator will light up to show which pad is currently selected. If the rim of a pad is selected, both the PAD indicator and the RIM indicator will turn on.
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Creating Your Own Drum KitAbout the Drum Instruments The digital drum features 400 different drum instruments which are categorized into 9 separate groups, such as Acoustic Kick, Electric Kick, Acoustic Snare, Electric Snare, Percussion. You can individually adjust the volume, pan, pitch, reverb settings for instruments set to the pad.Selecting InstrumentsIf the digital drum is not yet in VOICE menu, press the [VOICE] button to enter it. The VOICE indicator will light up, and the LCD will display the current voice number.1. Press the [ ] or [ ] buttons to change a pad’s Individual voice (001-400).2. If the selected pad is Hi-Hat, an additional option is available: Hi-Hat Combination (001-007).Drum Instrument Settings1. Press the [PAGE] or [VOICE] button, select Pad Volume page. The parameter adjusts the volume of the pad.2. Press the [PAGE] or [VOICE] button, select Pad Pan page. The parameter adjusts the pan of the pad.3. Press the [PAGE] or [VOICE] button, select Pad Pitch page. The parameter adjusts the pitch of the pad.4. Press the [PAGE] or [VOICE] button, select Pad Reverb page. The parameter adjusts the reverb level of the pad.Settings for Other Functions1. Press the [PAGE] or [VOICE] button, select Pad MIDI Note page. The parameter sets MIDI Note Number for each pad.2. Press the [PAGE] or [VOICE] button, select Pad Song pages. The parameters sets pad song function ON and choose the song numbers. Press the [ ] or [ ] buttons to adjust the parameters.Saving to a User Drum Kit After change any kit parameter, please press the [SAVE] button to save the current settings to the user kit (No. 30-45). The number of user kit will be flashed. Press the [SAVE] button to save to user kit and return to Kit Select page.15
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Making the Settings for PadsAbout Settings of PadsIf the digital drum is not yet in UTILITY menu, press the [UTILITY] button to enter it. The UTILITY indicator will light up. You can use the [ ] or [ ] buttons to adjust parameters (as shown to the right ) for each pad as well as the rim sensitivity of the pad and the splash sensitivity of the Hi-Hat control pedal. The current pad to be edited can be selected either by pressing its Pad Select button, or by striking the pad itself. The PAD indicator will light up to show which pad is currently selected. If the rim of a pad is selected, both the PAD indicator and the RIM indicator will turn on.Sensitivity: Adjust the sensitivity of the pad to regulate the pad response. Higher settings result in higher sensitivity, so that the pad will produce a loud volume even when struck softly. You can also adjust the sensitivity of the splash in SPLASH SENSITIVITY.Threshold: This setting allows a trigger signal to be received only when the pad is struck harder than a specified force. This can be used to prevent a pad from sounding in response to extraneous vibrations from another pad.Crosstalk: When two pads are mounted on the same stand, the vibration produced by hitting one pad may trigger the sound from another pad unintentionally (This is called crosstalk). You can avoid this problem by adjusting Crosstalk Cancel on the pad that is sounding inadvertently. If the value is set too high, then when two pads are played simultaneously, the one that is struck less forcefully will not sound. So be careful and set this parameter to the minimum value required to prevent suchcrosstalk. With a setting of 0 , crosstalk prevention does not function.Curve: This setting allows you to control the relation between the velocity (striking force) and changes in volume (the dynamic curve). Adjust this curve until the response feels as natural as possible.16
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Making the Settings for PadsAdjusting the Pad SensitivityPress the [PAGE] or [UTILITY] button, select Pad Sensitivity page. The display will show: Changes how a pad responds to your playing. At higher sensitivities, the pad will generate a louder signal, even when you play softly. At lower sensitivities, the pad will generate a quieter signal, even if you play strongly. Adjust according to your playing style and desired dynamic range.Setting the Pad ThresholdPress the [PAGE] or [UTILITY] button, select Pad Threshold page. The display will show: Changes how forcefully you must strike the pad to generate a trigger signal. Setting a high threshold requires hitting the pad very hard to get a sound. This can help cut out transient responses, such as vibrations from the kit or accidental pad taps that you don’t intend to generate sounds. Setting a low threshold means even light touches will produce sound. Adjust according to environment and playing style.Eliminating Crosstalk between PadsPress the [PAGE] or [UTILITY] button, select Pad Crosstalk page. The display will show:When two pads are mounted close to each other, hitting one pad may trigger the sound from another pad unintentionally. This effect can be eliminated by setting this parameter to a higher value on the pad is triggered unintentionally.Selecting the Pad CurvePress the [PAGE] or [UTILITY] button, select Pad Curve page. The display will show:17
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Making the Settings for PadsCurve refers to how the trigger signal’s dynamic response relates to your pad hit. Curve1: The standard setting, this produces the most natural correspondence between playing dynamics and volume change.Curve2, 3: Compared to Curve1, strong dynamics produce a greater change.Curve4, 5: Compared to Curve1, a soft playing produces a greater change.Curve6: Very little dynamic response, making it easy to maintain strong volume levels. If using drum triggers, these settings help maintain stable levels.Setting Rim Sensitivity on PadsYou can only set rim sensitivity on Snare, Tom1, Tom2, Tom3, Tom4. If you select the other pads, this page will not appear.Press the [PAGE] or [UTILITY] button, select Pad Rim Sensitivity page. The display will show:Same as the basic sensitivity feature, except that it relates specifically to playing the rim.Note:This parameter can be adjusted only on SNARE, TOM1, TOM2, TOM3, TOM4. If you select the other pads on this page, a horizontal line "---" appears, and you can't make the setting.Adjusting the Hi-Hat Pedal Splash SensitivityPress the [PAGE] or [UTILITY] button, select Pedal Splash Sensitivity page. The display will show:This Setting control the sensitivity of the foot splash.Saving Settings of Pads After adjusting the trigger settings (sensitivity, Threshold, crosstalk, curve, rim sensitivity, splash sensitivity), you can save them into memory. In UTILITY menu, press the [SAVE] button to store all pad settings.Note:1. If you turn off the power without saving, you will lose the trigger setting changes you have just made. 2. These parameters affect all kits.18
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Setting the MetronomeAbout ClickThe digital drum is equipped with a built-in metronome, which can be used by itself as a rhythm guide for practice, or in conjunction with the song playback or record functions. If the digital drum is not yet in CLICK menu, press the [CLICIK] button to enter it. In CLICK menu, you can use the [ ] or [ ] button to adjust the parameters(as shown to the right).Switching the Click On/Off1. Press the [CLICK] button to start the metronome. The CLICK LED will blink accordingly. The metronome will play at the current Time signature and tempo (displayed in the left right corner of the LCD)2. Press the [CLICK] button again to stop the metronome. The CLICK indicator will turn off.Adjusting the Click TempoPress the [TEMPO] button, and use the [ ] and [ ] buttons to adjust the current click tempo.The current tempo always displays in the top left cornerof the LCD.Setting the Time Signature Press the [PAGE] button, select Click Time signature page. The display will show:When the parameter is set to "0", such as 0-2,0-4,0-8,0-16, no accent is added to the first beat.Setting the IntervalPress the [PAGE] button, select Click Interval page. The display will show:This parameter sets how the sound plays.Adjusting the Click VolumePress the [PAGE] button, select Click Volume page. The display will show:This parameter adjust the volume of the click sound.Selecting the Click SoundPress the [PAGE] button, select Click Voice page. The display will show:This parameter choose the sound for the click.
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( )Playing Back SongsAbout SongsThere are 80 preset songs in the digital drum: 50 Looped Patterns 10 Looped Percussion Patterns 5 Hit Songs 15 Tap Songs Please refer to Song List. In SONG menu, you can select the song number and adjust the volume of the song’s accompaniment and drum part.Selecting a SongIf the digital drum is not yet in SONG menu, press the [SONG] button to enter it. The SONG indicator will light up, and the LCD will display the current song number. Press the [ ] or [ ] button to select a song. When holding down [ ], the song number increase rapidly. When holding down [ ], it decrease rapidly.Playing Back a SongPress the [START/STOP] button to start song playback. The LCD will display the current playing beat. Press the [START/STOP] button again, stop the song during playback. During song playback in SONG menu, the PAD indicators will show which pads of the drum track is triggering. This function can be disabled or enabled by pressing the [KICK] button while in SONG menu.Adjusting the Accompaniment Volume Press the [PAGE] or [SONG] button, select Song Accompaniment volume page. The display will show: Use the [ ] or [ ] to adjust it. It will be restore to default value on the next power on.Adjusting the Drum VolumePress the [PAGE] or [SONG] button, select Song Drum volume page. The display will show:Use the [ ] or [ ] to adjust it. It will be restore to default value on the next power on.Muting the Drums in SongsPress the [DRUM OFF] button to enable and disenable the drum mute function. When DRUM OFF is enabled, the LED will turn on.
20HINTIf the song number is switched while playing, the new song won’t start until the end of the current bar. HINTThe sounds in the tap song are played back one by one in sequence each time [START] is pressed or hitting the pad which is functioned as "pad song".
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