Appendix

Voice

Voice Name

 

Voice

Voice Name

 

Voice

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.

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Yamaha DD-55 owner manual Voice Voice Name Phrase Name

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.