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  • Page 1 MPS-450 e-drum module user manual...
  • Page 2 Musikhaus Thomann Thomann GmbH Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0 E-mail: info@thomann.de Internet: www.thomann.de 29.03.2019, ID: 454253...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Table of contents General information......................4 1.1 Further information......................4 1.2 Notational conventions....................4 1.3 Symbols and signal words................... 5 Safety instructions......................... 6 Features............................8 Installation..........................9 Connections and controls....................10 Operating..........................14 6.1 Functions......................... 14 6.2 Selecting and adjusting drum kits................14 6.3 Playing the drum kit.....................

  • Page 4: General Information

    1.1 Further information On our website (www.thomann.de) you will find lots of further information and details on the following points: Download This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download.

  • Page 5: Symbols And Signal Words

    General information Instructions The individual steps of an instruction are numbered consecutively. The result of a step is indented and highlighted by an arrow. Example: Switch on the device. Press [Auto]. ð Automatic operation is started. Switch off the device. Cross-references References to other locations in this manual are identified by an arrow and the speci‐...

  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions Safety instructions Intended use Drum modules are intended to be used for converting digital trigger signals from drum pads to various percussion sounds. Use the unit only as described in this manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage.
  • Page 7 Safety instructions NOTICE! External power supply The device is powered by an external power supply. Before connecting the external power supply, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is pro‐ tected by a residual current circuit breaker.

  • Page 8: Features

    Features Features 408 voices 30 preprogrammed drum kits 10 user kits 80 preprogrammed songs 5 user songs Metronome Coach mode with various exercise types Connections for headphones, AUX, USB and MIDI including drum rack, bass drum pedal, power supply, cabling and sticks e-drum module...

  • Page 9: Installation

    Installation Installation Setup, connecting pads and pedals Setup and assembly of the pads and pedals are described in detail in the enclosed assembly guide. Finally check that all cables between the pads and the e-drum module have been properly connected. Connecting the power adapter Connect the included power adapter to the 9V input of the e-drum module.

  • Page 10: Connections And Controls

    Connections and controls Connections and controls Front panel [VOLUME] Volume control for the headphone output of the device [POWER] Main switch. Turns the device on and off. [KIT/VOICE] Button to open the menus ‘KIT’ and ‘VOICE’ Short press: opens the ‘KIT’ menu. Press and hold: opens the ‘VOICE’...
  • Page 11 Connections and controls [SONG/REC] Button to open the ‘SONG’ menu and the recording mode Short press: opens the ‘SONG’ menu. Press and hold: starts the recording mode. [SAVE/ENTER] Confirms or saves drum kit settings. [<] / [>] Selects an option or sets a value. [PAGE] Switches between the settings of various functions.
  • Page 12 Connections and controls Rear panel [9 V] Connection socket for the power adapter [PHONES] Connection socket for headphones [AUX IN] Input for external audio devices like MP3 or CD players [USB MIDI] Connection socket for an external MIDI device with USB port [MIDI OUT] Connection socket for an external MIDI device [OUTPUT R | L / MONO]...
  • Page 13 Connections and controls Display Displays the current mode, eg. ‘KIT’ , ‘VOICE’ , ‘SONG’ , ‘UTILITY’ etc. 26, 28 Displays the current mode of a sublevel. Coach mode: Displays the deviation from the beat. Displays the connected external device and the current touch velocity. Coach mode: Displays the rhythm mode.

  • Page 14: Operating

    Operating Operating 6.1 Functions Turning on / off Check all cable connections for correct fit before turning on Before switching on, turn the [VOLUME] control to minimum. Switch the drum module on or off with the main switch [POWER]. The current device settings are retained when switching off.

  • Page 15: Playing The Drum Kit

    Operating Selecting Voices Hold down [KIT/VOICE] for about 2 seconds. ð The current Voice name and Voice number are displayed. Strike the pad whose Voice you want to change. ð The name of the current pad is displayed. Use the arrow buttons ([<] / [>]) or the jog wheel to select the desired voice. The setting is automatically stored.

  • Page 16: Modifying Drum Kits

    Operating 6.4 Modifying drum kits Customising a drum kit Drum kits 1 … 30 are preset. You can change the preset kits and save them as User kits 31 … 40. Press [KIT/VOICE]. ð The Kit menu is displayed. Press [PAGE] repeatedly until the desired sub menu ‘KIT NAME’ or ‘VOLUME’ is displayed.

  • Page 17: Playing, Customising And Accompanying Songs

    Operating Customising Voice parameters Voice parameters always refer only to a single pad. For example, if you change the volume of the snare drum, the other pads are not affected. Hold down [KIT/VOICE] for about 2 seconds. ð The current Voice name and Voice number are displayed. Strike the pad whose Voice you want to change.

  • Page 18: Metronome Function

    Operating Press [SONG]. ð The name and number of the current song appear in the display. Press [PAGE] repeatedly until the desired sub menu ‘SONG SELECT’ , ‘ACC VOLUME’ or ‘ DRUM VOLUME’ is displayed. Use the arrow buttons ([<] / [>]) or the jog wheel to change the parameter value.

  • Page 19: Recording Functions

    Operating Param‐ Display Meaning Value range eter TIME SIG‐ SIG XXX Emphasis on beats 0 … 9/2, 0 … 9/4, NATURE 0 … 9/8, 0 … 9/16 INTERVAL INT XXX Beats per measure 1/2, 3/8, 1/4, 1/8, 1/12, 1/16 VOLUME VOL XXX Click volume 0 …...

  • Page 20: Coach Mode

    Operating 6.8 Coach mode Starting Coach mode Coach mode is a practice set. It consists of three different exercise types and a switch‐ able display that monitors whether you keep the beat. Press [COACH] to start Coach mode. Press [PAGE] repeatedly until the desired sub menu ‘Quiet Count’ , ‘Change Up’ , ‘Beat Check’...
  • Page 21 Operating Param‐ Display Description Value range eter QUT XXX Use the arrow buttons ([<] / [>]) 1 … 5 or the jog wheel to select a suit‐ able silent mode. CNT XXX Use the arrow buttons ([<] / [>]) 1-1, 2-2, 1-3 or the jog wheel to select a suit‐...

  • Page 22: Double Bass Trigger

    Operating Coach mode BEAT CHECK The exercise type ‘Beat Check’ trains precision with metronome assistance. If the dis‐ play of the practice success is activated, the score will be displayed at the end of the exercise. Press [COACH] to start Coach mode. Press [PAGE] repeatedly until the desired sub menu ‘Beat Check’...

  • Page 23: Tempo

    Operating Param‐ Display Description Value range eter DBT XXX Use the arrow buttons ([<] / 1-1, 1-2, 1-3, 1-4 [>]) or the jog wheel to select a suitable trigger type. 1: Original stroke, triggered once 2: Original stroke/ 2, trig‐ gered once 3: Original stroke/ 3, trig‐...

  • Page 24: Trigger Settings

    Operating 6.11 Trigger settings Adjusting trigger settings The touch responsiveness can be adjusted to your needs and preferences by the set‐ tings of this menu. Press [UTILITY]. ð The display shows the Utility menu. Press [PAGE] repeatedly until the desired sub menu is displayed. Strike the pad whose parameter you want to modify.
  • Page 25 Operating Param‐ Display Meaning Value range eter RETRIG RTG XXX We call it ‘double trigger’ 1…16 CANCEL when multiple sounds are suc‐ cessively produced when playing a pad. This effect can i.a. be caused by irregular waveforms especially in the decaying of the trigger.

  • Page 26: Utility Menu

    Operating 6.12 Utility menu Adjusting device settings In this menu, you can change various settings of the device. Press [UTILITY]. ð The display shows the Utility menu. Press [PAGE] repeatedly until the desired sub menu is displayed. Use the arrow buttons ([<] / [>]) or the jog wheel to change the parameter value.

  • Page 27: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications Technical specifications Input connections Voltage supply Connector socket for plug-in power supply USB port USB MIDI Trigger 2 × 1/4" stereo socket AUX in 1 × 3.5 mm stereo phone socket Output connections Line out (R/L mono) 2 × 1/4" phone socket Headphones 1 ×...

  • Page 28: Plug And Connection Assignment

    Plug and connection assignment Plug and connection assignment Introduction This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equipment in such a way that a perfect sound experience is ensured. Please note these advices, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated: Even if a plug fits into the socket, an incorrect connection may result in a destroyed power amp, a short circuit or ‘just’...

  • Page 29: Cleaning

    Cleaning Cleaning Device components Clean the externally accessible device parts regularly. The frequency of cleaning depends on the operating environment: wet, smoky or particularly dirty surround‐ ings can cause more accumulation of dirt on the device parts. Clean with a soft dry cloth. Stubborn dirt can be removed with a slightly dampened cloth.

  • Page 30: Protecting The Environment

    Protecting the environment Protecting the environment Disposal of the packaging material For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling. Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of. Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are collected for recycling.

  • Page 31: Appendix

    Appendix Appendix 11.1 Kit list Name Name Acoustic 1 Percussion 1 Funk Band 90’s Power Standard 1 Indian Jazz Brush African Dance Electronic Rock Reggae Jazz Fusion Brush Orchestra Funk HipHop FX Mix Big Band Power Live Latin House Room Techno Marimba Vintage...

  • Page 32: Voice List

    Appendix 11.2 Voice list Name Name Name Kick 14" Funk Snare 2 808 Snare Rim 22" Acoustic Kick 1 14" Funk Snare Rim 2 808 Snare 22" Acoustic Kick 2 Brush Snare 1 808 Snare Rim 24" Standard Kick Brush Snare Rim 1 909 Snare Brush Kick 1 Brush Snare 2...
  • Page 33 Appendix Name Name Name Lo-Fi Snare Stick Funk Tom 3 909 Tom 1 Techno Snare Stick Funk Tom 3 Rim 909 Tom 2 Brush Swirl Funk Tom 4 909 Tom 3 Funk Tom 4 R 909 Tom 4 Acoustic Tom 1 Funk Tom 5 909 Tom 5 Acoustic Tom 1 Rim...
  • Page 34 Appendix Name Name Name Techno Tom 3 Junkyard Ride 909Crash 2 Techno Tom 3 Rim Junkyard Ride Edge Electronic Crash 1 Techno Tom 4 Junkyard Ride Bell Electronic Crash 2 Crash Techno Tom 4 Rim Orchestra Crash 1 Techno Tom 5 16'' Acoustic Crash 1 Orchestra Crash 2 Techno Tom 5 Rim...
  • Page 35 Appendix Name Name Name Hi-hat Vibra-slap 3 Tambourine 14'' Acoustic Hi-hat Synthesis Percussion 1 Cabasa 14'' Acoustic Hi-hat Edge Synthesis Percussion 2 Long Guiro 14'' Acoustic Hi-hat Pedal High Q 1 Short Guiro 14'' Acoustic Hi-hat Splash High Q 2 Indian 1 14'' Standard Hi-hat Low Q 1...
  • Page 36 Appendix Name Name Name African 10 Orchestra Timpani Bb2 Rock African 11 Orchestra Timpani B2 African 12 Orchestra Timpani C3 African 13 Dance African 14 FX 1 Marimba African 15 FX 2 Indian African 16 FX 3 African African 17 FX 4 Marimba C3 FX 5...

  • Page 37: Song List

    Appendix 11.3 Song list Name Name Name Funk 1 Dance 2 Jazzy Funk Rock'n'Roll 1 DJ House Swing Big Band Dance 1 Ele Pop 3 Reggae 1 Pop 1 Hip Hop 60's Pop Fusion 1 Pop 3 Vintage Funk R&B 1 Pop 4 Trance BritPop...

  • Page 38: Midi Implementation

    Appendix 11.4 MIDI implementation Function Transmitted Recognized Remarks Basic channel Default Ch 10 1-16 Changed Mode Default Messages Altered ******** ******** Note number 0…127 0…127 True voice ******** 0…127 Velocity Note ON Yes (99H, V=1…127) Note OFF Yes (99H, V=0) Aftertouch Keys Channels...

  • Page 39: General Midi Backing Instrument List

    Appendix Function Transmitted Recognized Remarks True Number System exclusive System common Song Position Song Select Tune System real time Clock START and STOP only Command Aux messages Local ON/OFF All Notes OFF Active Sense Reset 11.5 General MIDI Backing Instrument List Name Name Piano...
  • Page 40 Appendix Name Name Dulcimer Synth Bass 2 Organ Strings Drawbar Organ Violin Percussive Organ Viola Rock Organ Cello Church Organ Contrabass Reed Organ Tremolo Strings Accordion Pizzicato Strings Harmonica Orchestral Harp Tango Accordion Timpani Name Name Strings Ensemble Pipe String Ensembles 1 Piccolo String Ensembles 2 Flute...
  • Page 41 Appendix Name Name Alto Sax Pad 2 (warm) Tenor Sax Pad 3 (polysynth) Baritone Sax Pad 4 (choir) Oboe Pad 5 (bowed) English Horn Pad 6 (metallic) Bassoon Pad 7 (halo) Clarinet Pad 8 (sweep Name Name Effects Ethnic FX 1 (rain) Sitar FX 2 (soundtrack) Banjo...

  • Page 42: General Midi Drum Kit List

    Appendix 11.6 General MIDI Drum Kit List Note Standard (bank 00) Funk (bank 08) Rock (bank 16 ) Electric (bank 24 ) Analog (bank 25 ) 27 – Eb1 High Q <- <- <- <- 28 – E1 Slap <- <- <- <-...
  • Page 43 Appendix Note Standard (bank 00) Funk (bank 08) Rock (bank 16 ) Electric (bank 24 ) Analog (bank 25 ) 58 – Bb3 Vibra-slap <- <- <- <- 59 – B3 Ride Cymbal 2 <- <- <- <- 60 – C4 Hi Bongo <- <-...
  • Page 44 Appendix Note Jazz (bank 32 ) Brush (bank 40 ) Orchestra (bank 48 ) Dance (bank 56 ) 27 – Eb1 <- <- Closed Hi-hat 2 <- 28 – E1 <- <- Pedal Hi-hat <- 29 – F1 <- <- Open Hi-hat 2 <- 30 –...
  • Page 45 Appendix Note Jazz (bank 32 ) Brush (bank 40 ) Orchestra (bank 48 ) Dance (bank 56 ) 59 – B3 <- <- <- <- 60 – C4 <- <- <- <- 61 – C#4 <- <- <- <- 62 – D4 <- <- <-...
  • Page 46 Notes e-drum module...
  • Page 48 Musikhaus Thomann · Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de...

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