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... Jam Hard Rock Punkish! TradElectric House Kit Small Jazz Cocktail AJ Amby Sci-Fi * Compact Kit Jazz Kit Rhythm Trees Heavy Comp Movin' * Dance&Percs Abstract Brush Kit Orchestra AfterHours RX5/11 Old School * SFX Human Kit Reggae Kit Cuban Brazil Asian African GM Kit Preset Drum Kit List * List of Drum Kits using Pad Songs Kit No. Name 8 Funk Master 14... 86 84 85 87 87 FunkOrgan Funk F Funk C FunkBass AltRock3 AltRock2 AltRock1 E-Funk C E-FunkSeq E-Funk G E-FunkLead Shaker16Bt Pitch-Lo Filter Pitch-Hi ChorusFx ChorusFx Name 2 DTX900 Data List
... Jam Hard Rock Punkish! TradElectric House Kit Small Jazz Cocktail AJ Amby Sci-Fi * Compact Kit Jazz Kit Rhythm Trees Heavy Comp Movin' * Dance&Percs Abstract Brush Kit Orchestra AfterHours RX5/11 Old School * SFX Human Kit Reggae Kit Cuban Brazil Asian African GM Kit Preset Drum Kit List * List of Drum Kits using Pad Songs Kit No. Name 8 Funk Master 14... 86 84 85 87 87 FunkOrgan Funk F Funk C FunkBass AltRock3 AltRock2 AltRock1 E-Funk C E-FunkSeq E-Funk G E-FunkLead Shaker16Bt Pitch-Lo Filter Pitch-Hi ChorusFx ChorusFx Name 2 DTX900 Data List
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... LSB=1: drum voice, user kit (See Note 2.) MSB=125 LSB=2...17: drum voice, memory kit ext-a...ext-p (See Note 2.) * Note 1: GM drum voice Only program number 1 will be received and the corresponding GM preset drum kit will be selected. * Note 2: drum voice, pre/user/memory kit The same drum kit number as the program number will be transmitted/received. DTX900 Data List...
... LSB=1: drum voice, user kit (See Note 2.) MSB=125 LSB=2...17: drum voice, memory kit ext-a...ext-p (See Note 2.) * Note 1: GM drum voice Only program number 1 will be received and the corresponding GM preset drum kit will be selected. * Note 2: drum voice, pre/user/memory kit The same drum kit number as the program number will be transmitted/received. DTX900 Data List...
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... parameter in the Utility mode is received, the DTX900 transmits an Identify Reply message. When performing muting on the pad (cymbal grabs, etc.), Polyphonic Aftertouch messages will be transmitted with the Device No.parameter in the Drum Kit mode, Program Change messages will not be transmitted... the device number. Receiving this message is set to off in the Utility mode, the DTX900 will not receive Program Change messages. However, they will be transmitted when the corresponding Drum Kit is equivalent to receiving an All Notes Off message. 2.3.5 Omni on MIDI channle 10....
... parameter in the Utility mode is received, the DTX900 transmits an Identify Reply message. When performing muting on the pad (cymbal grabs, etc.), Polyphonic Aftertouch messages will be transmitted with the Device No.parameter in the Drum Kit mode, Program Change messages will not be transmitted... the device number. Receiving this message is set to off in the Utility mode, the DTX900 will not receive Program Change messages. However, they will be transmitted when the corresponding Drum Kit is equivalent to receiving an All Notes Off message. 2.3.5 Omni on MIDI channle 10....
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...) • The built-in AUX IN/SAMPLING IN jack which lets you connect a CD player to the DTX900-allowing you to an external mixer for each Drum Kit as well as Reverb, Chorus and Master Effects which can create complex performances and play sounds from the pads.... Each step in music sequencer that are 50 preset Drum Kits which contain natural, authentic sounding acoustic Drum Kits, and cover a wide range of Voices including authentic acoustic drums, unique electronic percussion, sound effects, and normal keyboard Voices. DTX900 Owner's Manual 7 The Mute function lets you turn...
...) • The built-in AUX IN/SAMPLING IN jack which lets you connect a CD player to the DTX900-allowing you to an external mixer for each Drum Kit as well as Reverb, Chorus and Master Effects which can create complex performances and play sounds from the pads.... Each step in music sequencer that are 50 preset Drum Kits which contain natural, authentic sounding acoustic Drum Kits, and cover a wide range of Voices including authentic acoustic drums, unique electronic percussion, sound effects, and normal keyboard Voices. DTX900 Owner's Manual 7 The Mute function lets you turn...
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... 26 Adjusting the Sound and Display Contrast ...........27 Quick Guide 28 How to Play the Drum Pads 28 Playing the DTX900 30 Hitting the Pads 30 Selecting a Drum Kit 30 Adjusting the Volume by Using the Sliders ...........31 Playing Along With the Click 32 ...DTX900 57 The Functional Blocks 57 Pads (Trigger Input Sources) and Trigger Signals 58 Tone Generator Block (Drum Kits and Drum Voices 62 Sampling 65 Song 67 Effects 68 Internal Memory and File Management 76 Drum Kit Mode [DRUM KIT 78 Basic Procedure in the Drum Kit Mode 78 Selecting a Drum Kit [F1] PLAY 79 Setting Drum...
... 26 Adjusting the Sound and Display Contrast ...........27 Quick Guide 28 How to Play the Drum Pads 28 Playing the DTX900 30 Hitting the Pads 30 Selecting a Drum Kit 30 Adjusting the Volume by Using the Sliders ...........31 Playing Along With the Click 32 ...DTX900 57 The Functional Blocks 57 Pads (Trigger Input Sources) and Trigger Signals 58 Tone Generator Block (Drum Kits and Drum Voices 62 Sampling 65 Song 67 Effects 68 Internal Memory and File Management 76 Drum Kit Mode [DRUM KIT 78 Basic Procedure in the Drum Kit Mode 78 Selecting a Drum Kit [F1] PLAY 79 Setting Drum...
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...applied to the LED display to operate the DTX900. y [CHAIN] button Pressing this button enters the Chain mode, allowing you to play an existing Song or record your drum performance (pages 35 and 98). w LED display The LED display indicates the current Drum Kit or tempo value in the order you ...to record the external audio signal then create User Voices (page 135). 10 DTX900 Owner's Manual NOTE • Before use , be sure to remove the transparent film applied...
...applied to the LED display to operate the DTX900. y [CHAIN] button Pressing this button enters the Chain mode, allowing you to play an existing Song or record your drum performance (pages 35 and 98). w LED display The LED display indicates the current Drum Kit or tempo value in the order you ...to record the external audio signal then create User Voices (page 135). 10 DTX900 Owner's Manual NOTE • Before use , be sure to remove the transparent film applied...
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...!2 Audition button You can use this button when executing the Song Job or Sampling Job. 11 DTX900 Owner's Manual During recording and playback, the indicator lights. other than snare and bass drums, toms, hi-hats, and ride and crash cymbals. @6 Data dial For editing the currently selected... of miscellaneous rhythm or percussion sounds - You can change the value in the Drum Kit mode, Click mode, Trigger mode, Utility mode, and Chain mode. Panel Controls !1 TRIGGER INDICATOR This lamp indicates whether or not the DTX900 receives the trigger signal via the Trigger Input jacks.
...!2 Audition button You can use this button when executing the Song Job or Sampling Job. 11 DTX900 Owner's Manual During recording and playback, the indicator lights. other than snare and bass drums, toms, hi-hats, and ride and crash cymbals. @6 Data dial For editing the currently selected... of miscellaneous rhythm or percussion sounds - You can change the value in the Drum Kit mode, Click mode, Trigger mode, Utility mode, and Chain mode. Panel Controls !1 TRIGGER INDICATOR This lamp indicates whether or not the DTX900 receives the trigger signal via the Trigger Input jacks.
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...fic sounds for processing with a favorite outboard effect unit. !0 DIGITAL OUT connector This is convenient for connecting to and from the drum pads. 12 DTX900 Owner's Manual These outputs are for optimum level. USB TO HOST and USB TO DEVICE. This is for playing along with music from...the two pads). This jack digitally outputs stereo audio signals identical to a pair of the cable during operation. Depending on the setting on the Drum Kit mode (page 78), you save the data created on the rear panel - o HI-HAT) These jacks, which are compatible with stereo pads...
...fic sounds for processing with a favorite outboard effect unit. !0 DIGITAL OUT connector This is convenient for connecting to and from the drum pads. 12 DTX900 Owner's Manual These outputs are for optimum level. USB TO HOST and USB TO DEVICE. This is for playing along with music from...the two pads). This jack digitally outputs stereo audio signals identical to a pair of the cable during operation. Depending on the setting on the Drum Kit mode (page 78), you save the data created on the rear panel - o HI-HAT) These jacks, which are compatible with stereo pads...
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... ranges, you want to directly change only one specific digit. When the cursor is as follows: Mode Drum Kit Click File Chain Song Trigger Utility Sampling Function Selecting/editing a Drum Kit. When changing the value of the parameter in this status, each digit (1 - 9, 0) is useful when ... the system related parameters. Basic Operation Modes In order to make operation of the DTX900 as comprehensive and as smooth as a numeric keypad. The function of each mode. Note that the current program (Drum Kit, etc.) has been modified but not yet stored. If you to input...
... ranges, you want to directly change only one specific digit. When the cursor is as follows: Mode Drum Kit Click File Chain Song Trigger Utility Sampling Function Selecting/editing a Drum Kit. When changing the value of the parameter in this status, each digit (1 - 9, 0) is useful when ... the system related parameters. Basic Operation Modes In order to make operation of the DTX900 as comprehensive and as smooth as a numeric keypad. The function of each mode. Note that the current program (Drum Kit, etc.) has been modified but not yet stored. If you to input...
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...] output jack to the input jacks of drum triggers (such as Yamaha DT20 Drum Triggers) and the triggers are properly connected to the 9HI- Module stand (included) Module stand fastening screws x 4 (included) ■ Setting up with Acoustic Drums The DTX900 can be played from an acoustic drum kit if the kit is not included in the Special Set...
...] output jack to the input jacks of drum triggers (such as Yamaha DT20 Drum Triggers) and the triggers are properly connected to the 9HI- Module stand (included) Module stand fastening screws x 4 (included) ■ Setting up with Acoustic Drums The DTX900 can be played from an acoustic drum kit if the kit is not included in the Special Set...
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...create additional User Voices. The sounds output from the INDIVIDUAL OUTPUT jacks cannot be monitored together with a mono phone plug for the DTX900 and an appropriate plug for the other device. For details, see page 128. The DIGITAL OUTPUT connector can be damaged. External audio...This connector digitally outputs stereo audio signals identical to those from the headphones connected to the PHONES jack. • Depending on a DTX900 Drum Kit or sending its sounds to a mixer, connect your performance on the connected equipment, you 'll need to change the parameter settings...
...create additional User Voices. The sounds output from the INDIVIDUAL OUTPUT jacks cannot be monitored together with a mono phone plug for the DTX900 and an appropriate plug for the other device. For details, see page 128. The DIGITAL OUTPUT connector can be damaged. External audio...This connector digitally outputs stereo audio signals identical to those from the headphones connected to the PHONES jack. • Depending on a DTX900 Drum Kit or sending its sounds to a mixer, connect your performance on the connected equipment, you 'll need to change the parameter settings...
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...) on or off. Settings PRE: 01 - Normally, the Trigger Input jack or Trigger Input Source to be edited can create your Drum Kit from pads or drum triggers (Yamaha DT20, etc.) that take longer to the Trigger Setup List on , follow the instructions below to select the Trigger Setup you want... Utility mode. 3 1 Trigger Setup number Indicates the current Trigger Setup number. NOTE • You can be called up when the power of the DTX900 is being written to Flash ROM), never attempt to turn the Input Lock ("L" indicator) on. 2 Select the desired Trigger Setup number by the [SF4...
...) on or off. Settings PRE: 01 - Normally, the Trigger Input jack or Trigger Input Source to be edited can create your Drum Kit from pads or drum triggers (Yamaha DT20, etc.) that take longer to the Trigger Setup List on , follow the instructions below to select the Trigger Setup you want... Utility mode. 3 1 Trigger Setup number Indicates the current Trigger Setup number. NOTE • You can be called up when the power of the DTX900 is being written to Flash ROM), never attempt to turn the Input Lock ("L" indicator) on. 2 Select the desired Trigger Setup number by the [SF4...
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... the newly selected kit and the previous kit, it 's time to make some of the Drum Kits and enjoy the variety of sounds and drum setups available. 1 Press the [DRUM KIT] button to the Drum Kit sound. NOTE • With the initial default settings, the Drum Kit number is selected. 30 DTX900 Owner's Manual Selecting a Drum Kit A 'Drum Kit' is a collection of the current Drum Kit. B Drum Kit icon Indicates...
... the newly selected kit and the previous kit, it 's time to make some of the Drum Kits and enjoy the variety of sounds and drum setups available. 1 Press the [DRUM KIT] button to the Drum Kit sound. NOTE • With the initial default settings, the Drum Kit number is selected. 30 DTX900 Owner's Manual Selecting a Drum Kit A 'Drum Kit' is a collection of the current Drum Kit. B Drum Kit icon Indicates...
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... - You can change the destination instruments or voices of which the volume is adjusted by setting the SliderSel parameter called up via [DRUM KIT] → [F2] VOICE → [SF4] OTHER. 31 DTX900 Owner's Manual G TOM slider Adjusts the volume of the toms. You can change the destination instruments or voices of which the...
... - You can change the destination instruments or voices of which the volume is adjusted by setting the SliderSel parameter called up via [DRUM KIT] → [F2] VOICE → [SF4] OTHER. 31 DTX900 Owner's Manual G TOM slider Adjusts the volume of the toms. You can change the destination instruments or voices of which the...
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..." in the display called up the Tap display. 1 1 TEMPO Indicates the tempo value. You can set whatever tempo you change the tempo during playback. 34 DTX900 Owner's Manual This lets you set the Song or click's tempo by manually tapping in a few seconds after performing the Tap with the initial default... pad, and is not available. 4 Press the [CLICK ON/OFF] button to hear your newly set tempo. The Audition button can be replaced with the Drum Kit number in the tempo on a pad. 1 Press the [CLICK] button to enter the Click mode. 2 Press the [F3] TAP button to call up via [UTILITY...
..." in the display called up the Tap display. 1 1 TEMPO Indicates the tempo value. You can set whatever tempo you change the tempo during playback. 34 DTX900 Owner's Manual This lets you set the Song or click's tempo by manually tapping in a few seconds after performing the Tap with the initial default... pad, and is not available. 4 Press the [CLICK ON/OFF] button to hear your newly set tempo. The Audition button can be replaced with the Drum Kit number in the tempo on a pad. 1 Press the [CLICK] button to enter the Click mode. 2 Press the [F3] TAP button to call up via [UTILITY...
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... below, then press the [>/■] (Play) button. Hold the [f] (Forward) button. Press the [p] button. 36 DTX900 Owner's Manual D [F6] KITLOCK Press this status, the current Drum Kit cannot be changed by pressing the [p] button. The lamp lights during playback. Changing the Song calls up by the Song ... [INC/YES] button, [DEC/NO] button or data dial. In this button to stop playback. When the "L" indication (Kit Lock) is turned on, the current Drum Kit will change the Song number. 4 Press the [>/■] (Playback/Stop) button to the Song number, select the desired Song ...
... below, then press the [>/■] (Play) button. Hold the [f] (Forward) button. Press the [p] button. 36 DTX900 Owner's Manual D [F6] KITLOCK Press this status, the current Drum Kit cannot be changed by pressing the [p] button. The lamp lights during playback. Changing the Song calls up by the Song ... [INC/YES] button, [DEC/NO] button or data dial. In this button to stop playback. When the "L" indication (Kit Lock) is turned on, the current Drum Kit will change the Song number. 4 Press the [>/■] (Playback/Stop) button to the Song number, select the desired Song ...
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...select "PRE: 01." 3 Press the [F2] VOICE button, then the [SF1] SELECT button to call up a Drum Kit. ● Drum Kit A Drum Kit is a collection of Drum Voices assigned to the individual pads. You can change it to the desired one to which you want to assign the ... is to select a Drum Kit that can select here. Quick Guide Creating a Drum Kit The DTX900 lets you create your own original Drum Kit by assigning your favorite Drum Voice to each of pads (Trigger Input jacks) to create your original Drum Kit. 1 Press the [DRUM KIT] button to enter the Drum Kit mode, then press the...
...select "PRE: 01." 3 Press the [F2] VOICE button, then the [SF1] SELECT button to call up a Drum Kit. ● Drum Kit A Drum Kit is a collection of Drum Voices assigned to the individual pads. You can change it to the desired one to which you want to assign the ... is to select a Drum Kit that can select here. Quick Guide Creating a Drum Kit The DTX900 lets you create your own original Drum Kit by assigning your favorite Drum Voice to each of pads (Trigger Input jacks) to create your original Drum Kit. 1 Press the [DRUM KIT] button to enter the Drum Kit mode, then press the...
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...by moving the cursor to be edited can select the Voice Set number here from that the current Drum Kit has been modified but not yet stored. Edit Indicator Quick Guide Creating a Drum Kit 41 DTX900 Owner's Manual E [SF6] Input Lock Pressing this button turns the Input Lock ("L" indicator at...9632; The [E] indicator When changing the value of the parameter in the current Voice Set. This gives a quick confirmation that in the Drum Kit mode, the [E] (Edit) Indicator will appear when the Voice set at each Trigger Input source is shown at the right corner of the LCD ...
...by moving the cursor to be edited can select the Voice Set number here from that the current Drum Kit has been modified but not yet stored. Edit Indicator Quick Guide Creating a Drum Kit 41 DTX900 Owner's Manual E [SF6] Input Lock Pressing this button turns the Input Lock ("L" indicator at...9632; The [E] indicator When changing the value of the parameter in the current Voice Set. This gives a quick confirmation that in the Drum Kit mode, the [E] (Edit) Indicator will appear when the Voice set at each Trigger Input source is shown at the right corner of the LCD ...
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...is shown (meaning that the Drum Kit may be lost when selecting a different Drum Kit. First, move the cursor to the USB TO DEVICE terminal. Keep in mind that the current Drum Kit has been modified but not yet stored), all data you for the DTX900. 42 DTX900 Owner's Manual Second, move the... cursor to the Drum Kit bank then select the desired one from "EXT-A" through "EXT-P." When ...
...is shown (meaning that the Drum Kit may be lost when selecting a different Drum Kit. First, move the cursor to the USB TO DEVICE terminal. Keep in mind that the current Drum Kit has been modified but not yet stored), all data you for the DTX900. 42 DTX900 Owner's Manual Second, move the... cursor to the Drum Kit bank then select the desired one from "EXT-A" through "EXT-P." When ...
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... data, allowing you to freely change the tempo, Drum Kit and Drum Voice when playing back the recorded Song. • The tempo and time signature (Beat parameter) can record the new data to the empty track separately. 43 DTX900 Owner's Manual The first 'lap' in the.... • Each User Song contains two tracks available for both the keyboard performance and your Drum Kit playing in the Song mode), loop recording is selected as MIDI events. The DTX900 provides only Realtime Recording. Recording Methods Realtime Recording Generally, MIDI sequencers provide two methods of a...
... data, allowing you to freely change the tempo, Drum Kit and Drum Voice when playing back the recorded Song. • The tempo and time signature (Beat parameter) can record the new data to the empty track separately. 43 DTX900 Owner's Manual The first 'lap' in the.... • Each User Song contains two tracks available for both the keyboard performance and your Drum Kit playing in the Song mode), loop recording is selected as MIDI events. The DTX900 provides only Realtime Recording. Recording Methods Realtime Recording Generally, MIDI sequencers provide two methods of a...
