Voice Voice Name Phrase Name | Yamaha DD-55 guide

Appendix

Voice	Voice Name	Voice	Voice Name	Voice	Phrase Name
No.	Voice Name	No.	Voice Name	Number	Phrase Name
No.		No.		Number
114	Ride Cymbal 2	153	Maracas	192	Simple Rock
115	Ride Cymbal Cup	154	Maracas	193	Pop Rock
116	Ride Cymbal Cup	155	Shaker	194	Rock’n’ Roll
117	Chinese Cymbal	156	Shaker	195	Groove Rock
118	Chinese Cymbal	157	Claves	196	Hard Rock
119	Splash Cymbal	158	Triangle Mute	197	Contemporary R&B
120	Splash Cymbal	159	Triangle Open	198	Hard Sufﬂe
121	Hand Clap	160	Guiro Short	199	Blues Shufﬂe
122	Finger Snap	161	Guiro Short	200	A.O.R
123	Tambourine	162	Guiro Long	201	Soul
124	Tambourine	163	Cuica Mute	202	Club Mix
125	Cowbell	164	Cuica Open	203	House
126	Cowbell	165	Castanet	204	Jazz Funk
127	Dance Cowbell	166	Jazz Castanet	205	Ballad
128	Jazz Cowbell	167	Vibraslap	206	R & B
129	Conga H Close	168	Wood Block H	207	Motor Town
130	Conga H Open	169	Wood Block L	208	Swing Jazz
131	Conga L	170	Jingle Bell	209	Urban Funk
132	Conga H Close	171	Bell Tree	210	Fusion
133	Conga H Open	172	Pandiero Keto	211	Fusion Samba
134	Conga L	173	Pandiero Solto
135	Dance Conga H Mute	174	Pandiero Ponta
136	Dance Conga H Open	175	Pandiero Calcanhar
137	Dance Conga L	176	Tamborim Solto
138	Jazz Conga H Close	177	Tamborim Ponta
139	Jazz Conga H Open	178	Tamborim Nylon Volta
140	Jazz Conga L	179	Conga Muff
141	Bongo H	180	Surdo Mute
142	Bongo L	181	Surdo Open
143	Bongo H	182	Hi Q
144	Bongo L	183	Hi Q Low
145	Timbale H	184	Whip Slap
146	Timbale L	185	Scratch Push
147	Timbale H	186	Scratch Pull
148	Timbale L	187	Click Noise
149	Agogo H	188	Metronome Click
150	Agogo L	189	Metronome Bell
151	Cabasa	190	Seq Click L
152	Cabasa	191	Seq Click H

NOTE:

•Phrase data cannot be transmitted.

•The pan data for each voice is ﬁxed and cannot be changed, regardless of the pad assign- ments. For example, if a voice containing a “left” pan setting is assigned to a right pad, the actual sound will come from the left.

DD-55 specifications

The Yamaha DD-55 is an innovative digital drum kit designed for both aspiring drummers and experienced musicians. This versatile instrument combines the playability of traditional drums with advanced technology, paving the way for an engaging music-making experience.

At the heart of the DD-55 is a unique design that features 8 touch-sensitive drum pads, allowing for a dynamic and responsive playing experience. These pads enable drummers to produce a wide range of sounds, from crisp snares to deep bass drums, making it suitable for various music genres. The responsive nature of the pads means players can express themselves through subtle nuances in their playing, enhancing the overall performance.

The DD-55 comes with an extensive library of 254 percussion voices, providing drummers with an array of options to choose from. This diversity allows users to create unique beats and explore different soundscapes. Additionally, the kit includes 50 preset drum kits that can be easily altered to fit the needs of the musician, facilitating creative exploration without limits.

One of the standout features of the DD-55 is its built-in sequencer, which allows for the creation and playback of complex rhythms and patterns. This technology enables users to compose music efficiently and experiment with different arrangements. The device also includes 30 pre-programmed songs that serve as practice tracks, allowing drummers to jam along and improve their skills.

Integration with external devices is made simple with the AUX input, allowing users to connect smartphones or MP3 players and play along with their favorite tracks. Furthermore, the DD-55 is equipped with MIDI capabilities, which means it can be connected to other MIDI-compatible instruments and software for enhanced functionality in music production.

The Yamaha DD-55 is designed with portability in mind. Its compact and lightweight structure makes it an excellent choice for musicians on the go. The kit can be powered by both batteries and an AC adapter, allowing for flexibility in different playing environments, whether on stage or during a practice session at home.

In summary, the Yamaha DD-55 is a feature-rich digital drum kit that caters to a wide range of musical preferences. With its responsive pads, extensive sound library, built-in sequencer, and portability, the DD-55 stands out as a valuable tool for drummers looking to explore new horizons in their musical journey. Its combination of traditional drum feel and advanced technology makes it a worthwhile investment for anyone passionate about drumming.