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  • Page 1 ONTENT...

  • Page 11: Safety Information

    Thank you for purchasing our top-quality GEWA G9 Drum Workstation! The G9 drum workstation is an E-Drum that gives you a highly impressive sound and playing experi- ence, while offering a huge extra set of additional and easy to use sounds and features.
  • Page 12 • It is essential to have the drum console checked by your GEWA customer service. Damaging the Apparatus CAUTION •...

  • Page 13: Proper Handling

    (see section 16, Technical Data) • Only and always use GEWA certified power adapters, and make sure that they are properly attached and connected. The power supply used must also meet the country voltage specifications (check plate on the adapter).
  • Page 14 CE L ABEL Your GEWA G9 Drum Console complies with the requirements of the EU directives: Directive 2014/53/EU Standards to which conformity is declared: EN55020:2007+A11:2011 EN55024:2010 EN55032:2012 EN61000-3-2:2014 EN61000-3-3:2013 EN301489-17:V3.2.0 EN60065:2014 EN62311:2008 2009/125/EC: 2009 (EC Regulation 1275/2008 + 801/2013) EN300328:V2.1.1 EN301893:V2.1.1...
  • Page 15 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. Warning: Any changes or modifications not expressively approved by GEWA music GmbH could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
  • Page 16 EGULATORY NFORMATION ANADA ENGLISH This product is certified by Innovation, Science and Economic Development (ISED) and is identifiable by IC: 23946-GEWAG9. It contains a modular approved transmitter module with IC: 12246A-BM64S2 as well as license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s). ICES-003 Class B Notice This Class B digital device complies with Canadian CAN ICES-003.
  • Page 17 FRANÇAIS Ce produit est certifié par Innovation, Sciences et Développement Économique (ISDE) et est identifiable par IC: 23946-GEWAG9. Il contient un module d’émetteur approuvé avec IC: 12246A-BM64S2 ainsi que des émetteur(s)/récepteurs(s) exempts de licence qui sont conformes aux CNRs applicables de Innovation, Sciences et Développement écono- mique Canada.
  • Page 18 ECYCLING In case your digital drum console needs to be disposed, take it to your local community waste management service location n (e.g. disposal companies, recycling centers). The displayed symbol requires that devices labeled with this symbol must be disposed separately from household waste.
  • Page 19 GEWA G9 ARTS SUPPLIED WITH THE The G9 in original packaging contains the following items. Please check carefully the completeness of the purchased product: G9 Drum Workstation 10,5 – 12,7 mm Mount Bracket Product ID Card Quick Start Guide USB Stick...

  • Page 20: Front Panel

    SSEMBLY NSTRUCTIONS OUNT RACKET SSEMBLY ONNECT YOUR QUIPMENT TO THE ONSOLE 3.2.1 RONT ANEL...
  • Page 21 3.2.2 ANEL Make sure the power is OFF when connecting the drum module with external devices.
  • Page 22 YMBALS 3.2.3.1 GEWA C YMBALS GEWA Cymbals are equipped with two Stereo jacks (6,35 mm - 1/4” TRRS standard). In conjunction with GEWA modules only the jack closest to the middle hole of the cymbal is relevant. 3.2.3.2 THER ANUFACTURERS...
  • Page 23 YMBALS WITH SEPARATE HANNEL Cymbal Pads with extra Bell output can connect to GEWA consoles in different ways. See the follow- ing table for all possible pairs of Bow/Edge and Bell channel combinations: GEWA Inputs for analog Cymbals with separate Bell Channel...
  • Page 24 XPLANATION OF ARDWARE UNCTIONS The functionality of the physical dials and buttons can vary depending on the state of user interface (software). Some buttons are customizable. This section describes the standard functionalities when starting the device. Panel & Display – Standard Functions Power Button Turns Power ON and shuts down the device Hardware Dial...
  • Page 25 Press the [Power] button to boot the apparatus. Wait for the device to boot Note: In order to save energy, the G9 provides an “Auto Power” feature. With this function, the Workstation will shut down automatically being left it idle for more than 30 (default) minutes.

  • Page 26: Trigger Setup

    …. EFORE YOU START This section gives a brief introduction to important global settings of your G9 Drum Workstation. RIGGER ETUP Your GEWA Drum Console provides trigger presets for different pad configurations available. If you have purchased your G9 with a prepacked pad configuration, choose one of the following setups for satisfactory trigger performance: Follow the safety instructions of sections 1-5 of the Quick Start Guide/Owner´s Manual and proceed...
  • Page 27 LUETOOTH I AND Access the wireless options and shut down timer in General Settings. Bluetooth Password: 4392 Push Power Button Advanced Button General Settings Bluetooth Bluetooth Password 4392 Wi-Fi Auto Off...

  • Page 28: User Interface - Basics

    NTERFACE ASICS This section covers general aspects of using the G9 Drum Workstation. You will learn how to work with physical and digital Dials, learn about the Interface Structure and gain a fundamental under- standing of using the built in Touch Screen. Please choose a topic from the submenu in this section.
  • Page 29 To do so proceed as follows: Tap the [Advanced] button. Go to: General Settings ➔ Module 4 ➔ Device ➔ Start Screen Uncheck “Easy Mode” Hint: Unchecking “Easy Mode” will affect the start screen as well as the functionality of the [Home] button.

  • Page 30: Interface Structure

    NTERFACE TRUCTURE The G9 is divided into several sections called Modes. By default, the console starts in Easy Mode. You can enter the Advanced Modes with a single tap on the [Advanced] button in the right bottom corner. Mode icons of the advanced modes are in the sidebar at the right-hand side of the screen.

  • Page 31: Touch Screen

    OUCH CREEN Many selections can be made utilizing the intuitive touch screen, such as finger dragging motions, number pad- and selection drop downs which can be accessed by tapping once. Fields with drop down menus have a little Flag ( ) attached to the right-hand side of their frames.
  • Page 32 Basic Keyboard Functions Description Single Tap Double Tap Lower case Lower case Caps lock on Upper case Next letter as Upper case Caps lock on Upper Case (Caps Lock On) Delete Delete letter in front of the cursor Confirm Confirm and close keyboard...
  • Page 33 ERFORMANCE The Performance Mode contains all key functions that center around actually playing drums. You will stay in this mode most of the time during your daily practice routine. This mode provides a metronome and a song player to help you master difficult exercises and songs.
  • Page 34 ANAGING RESETS Tapping the [Drumkit Field] opens the Drum Kit Browser which provides a palette of functions to manage your drumkit library including the drum kit export. G9 Drum Kit Browser Drum Kit Browser Sorted by Preset Drum Kits User Drum Kits...

  • Page 35: Kit Options

    that the referenced sound samples are installed, whether they are factory sounds or sounds down- loaded from the Sound Store. Missing sounds in the importing device will result in empty Sound Select fields in Kit Editor ➔ Module 2 ➔ Instrument Select. Drum Kit Parameters -Performance Direct Preset...

  • Page 36: Peak Detection

    Rim/Edge: Provides real time feedback about Rim and Edge values within the nor- mal range of 0 to 125. Color Scales for Peak Detection by UI Theme UI Theme GEWA Red MIDI Velocity Value GEWA Classic Protanopia Grayscale GEWA White...

  • Page 37: Song Player

    Double tap on a fader to restore its default factory position. Grouped faders will center to the fader tapped, preserving their spacing. Leave the mixer by tapping on [Kit Options]. G9 Mixer Mixer Tom Grouping...
  • Page 38 ELECT ROWSER The File Select browser is implemented in various applications in the G9, such as the Song Player, PDF Reader or Import Tool. However, depending on the application, it opens with different filters active to only show relevant file types. Regarding the Song Player, it displays all relevant audio files only.
  • Page 39 G9 File Select Browser (Audio) File Select Title 1 in mp3 format.mp3 Filter Intern Search Title 2 in mp3 format.mp3 Title 3 in mp3 format.mp3 SYSTEM/ Title 4 in mp3 format.mp3 DrumKits Title 5 in m4a format.m4a Firmware Title 6 in wav format.wav...
  • Page 40 8.3.1.2 LAYER EATURES With an audio file loaded you have access to a selected palette of functions that are designed to accompany songs with the instrument as well as improving your practice routine. The main player buttons are shown in the following table: Basic Player Functions Play/Pause Stop...

  • Page 41: Play Modes

    In this case the loop function is not available, and you use the control functions of the external player instead. How to connect an external device via Bluetooth with the G9 is described in section 12.4.3 Bluetooth (Page 129). 8.3.1.2.4 Loop a certain part of a song by tapping [Loop] at the start and end points.

  • Page 42: Song Volume

    System Folders in File Manager INTERNAL SD/SYSTEM/ Drumkits Firmware Manuals QuickRecord Custom User Folder with content Copied Song in m4a Format.m4a Flac Audio File.flac 8.3.1.2.6 PEED The Tempo of the song playing can be altered by using the Vari Speed function. Tap once on the [Vari Speed] dial and adjust the speed by dragging the fader up or down.
  • Page 43 Adjusting the Metronome Tempo Number Pad Hardware Dial Software Dial Fader Tap Button Metronome Metronome Tempo Tempo Allegro 120 bpm 120 bpm Gestures Turn Drag Buttons Metronome Tap periodically to set tempo Start/Stop You can also control the Time Signature, the Interval and the Click Volume. Tap once on the re- spective field to call up the option wheels and faders.

  • Page 44: Metronome Settings

    Tip: The visual mode is designed to be vertically free floating. Place a finger the top of the pop-up, hold down, and drag the box up or down into its desired position. It is the only pop-up that won´t close automatically when leaving the performance mode. As a practice tool it is considered to always stay in front.
  • Page 45 Touch the field [Tap Channel]. Tap Channel Aux 2 Select a pad from the drop down by double tapping. Specify the desired pad component by checking one or both boxes below the Tap Chan- nel field (Pad or Rim etc.). All functions on the right-hand side of the Tap Channel field are identical with those in the function set Metronome.

  • Page 47: Channel Select

    DITOR In the Kit Editor mode, you can modify the current drum kit presets, such as changing the individual pad sounds, tuning of drums and adding effects. Furthermore, it is possible add equalization and compressors to the sound of each pad. Instead of changing all the pads together with the Drum Kit selector, you can customize each pad to the desired sound qualities.

  • Page 48: Input Channels

    Aux 3 Aux 4 G9 Ports – Input Channels The Peak row remembers the highest Velocity value detected while playing and for each pad separately. It works in the same way as the peak rows available in other modules and returns the maximum velocity across all pad components.

  • Page 49: Instrument Select

    9.1.1.3 ETECTION With this function you can reset the peak monitor of the active module to the color value assigned to the velocity level of 0. This is especially important to check if altered trigger parameters work as desired. Tapping [Reset] refreshes the Peak Monitor and deletes the detection history. ODULE 9.2.1 NSTRUMENT...
  • Page 50 When gaining an understanding of the G9 Kit Editor, it is important to point out that all function sets and parame- ters of module 3 and 4 always refer to the selected pad...
  • Page 51 (created by users), whereas all other tabs contain imported multi-layer sound banks downloaded from the GEWA Cloud. Sounds downloaded from the Cloud will be filed under the correct Instrument category automatically during the import (See 13.6 Shop on page 163).
  • Page 52 With sound grouping the user can pick all matching component sample sets of a recorded instru- ment at the same time and assign it to an input channel, regardless which component icon is ac- tive. How it works: In the Sound Browser list entry names end with a suffix indicating the type of component sample. Regarding cymbal samples Suffix and component name are identical and selecting one compo- nent sample will select all other matching sample sets automatically.
  • Page 53 G9 Sound Browser Sound Browser Sorted by Instrument Category Kick Drums Snare Drums Toms Ride Cymbals Crash Cymbals Hi-Hats Cymbals SFX Percussion 1 Percussion 2 Sounds SFX Source Number Instrument 14” Collectors Maple C 14” Collectors Maple S Internal 14” Collectors Maple CS 14”...
  • Page 54 RESETS ARAMETERS Drum Kit Presets store values of all parameters associated with a recorded drum set. In the G9 inter- face, accessible drum kit parameters are spread over several thematically divided modes: Perfor- mance, Kit Editor and Effects. Every change in one of the relevant parameters will potentially require saving the active drum kit or creating a new one using the Drum Kit Browser, otherwise edits will be discarded as soon as you change the kit.
  • Page 55 Drum Kit Parameters -Complete List Direct Preset Mode Parameter Values (Custom) (Indirect) Performance Snare Style – all related parameters ● Mixer – Volume Faders ● Kit Editor All sound referencing per channel ● Pad Midi Settings ● All Mix/ Effect Sends parameters ●...
  • Page 56 The parameters presented above form a Drum Kit preset, which can be saved as an individual user Drum kit. The G9 provides a variety of features to handle these presets. All these functions can be found in the Drum Kit Browser which is explained in detail in the Performance mode section of this documentation.
  • Page 57 The bottom section of the Drum Kit Browser hosts the Feature Shelf which contains all preset man- agement options. The number of options varies depending on the type of preset. The G9 distin- guishes between user presets and factory presets. Factory presets cannot be edited or deleted;...
  • Page 58 9.2.1.7 XCHANGE With drum kit exchange the G9 allows for exporting drum kits to create backup files of favorite kits including effects. This feature is hosted in the feature shelf of the Drum Kit Browser and allows for sharing your drum kits with other G9 devices via the built-in import feature. The relevant file format is gdk (GEWA Drum Kit) which is recognized in the file browsers of the user interface by its own icon.
  • Page 59 Copied Song in m4a Format.m4a Flac Audio File.flac Use the File Manager to copy the exported drum kit on a USB stick for import in other G9 devices (See 13.3 File Manager on page 145). To export a drumkit in gdk file format proceed as follows: Tap the [Drum Kit] name field to open the Drum Kit Browser.
  • Page 60 9.2.1.7.2 MPORT G9 Drum Kit Import Browser Drum Kit Import Import Settings INTERNAL SD/SYSTEM/DrumKits/ Filter Exported Drum Kit File Name GEWA Drum Kits (*.gdk) Exported Drum Kit File Name Exported Drum Kit Highlighted Custom Import Name Exported Drum Kit File Name...
  • Page 61 Task Bar – Drum Kit Import Internal SD Card (opens root directory) External USB device (opens root directory) Go to root directory of the active path. Move up one level in the folder hierarchy Search Imports highlighted Kit into the Drum Kit Browser. Import Closes the import dialogue (returns to Drum Kit Browser).
  • Page 62 MIDI OUT (analog) USB OUT (digital) An example when a deviation from the internal key assignments of the G9 might be necessary is the fact that some manufacturers use a shifted key setup internally (e.g. assignment starts at a different octave of the keyboard).

  • Page 63: Sound Edit

    9.3.2 OUND Although GEWA invested in multi-dimensional sampling of sounds, it is almost impossible to record any drum of any size and depth with any combination of differences in tension between top and resonant head. The number of required samples would be sheer endless and would exceed today’s capacities of memory.
  • Page 64 The following illustration shows how Tuning Coarse and Tuning Fine interlock giving full access to the full 2-octave spectrum in increments of one cent. Tuning up by 50 cents results in the same pitch as tuning down by 50 cents from the next higher semi tone: Tuning Coarse and Tuning Fine –...
  • Page 65 multiplier curve is a dynamic combination of a hold feature (multiplier = 1) and the tail with decreas- ing factors for longer time frames. This complex relationship is fixed and not editable in its parame- ters. The illustration above gives an idea, how the Release feature shapes the amplitude of a sample in relation to the fader position.
  • Page 66 G9 Sound Browser Sound Browser Sorted by Instrument Category Kick Drums Snare Drums Toms Ride Cymbals Crash Cymbals Hi-Hats Cymbals SFX Percussion 1 Percussion 2 Sounds SFX Number Instrument 14” Collectors Maple C 14” Collectors Maple S 14” Collectors Maple CS 14”...
  • Page 67 QUALIZER OMPRESSOR The G9 offers a 3-band full parametric equalizer function as well as a compressor for every input channel/pad. Both features are implemented as insert type features. This way it is possible to shape the sound of each connected pad individually. Pad EQ and compressors are part of the drum kit...
  • Page 68 A selection of factory presets is provided to enhance your sound without deep knowledge in sound engineering. Load a preset and see how it affects the sound and the curve shapes of equalizer and compressor in module 4. The following presets are available: G9 Presets – Pad EQ and Compressor Equalizer Compressor...
  • Page 69 Since the functioning of pad equalizers and pad compressors is identical with those available for the main stereo outputs (Master, Monitor and Headphones), we will focus on these features in General Settings mode. (Please refer to section 12.2.1.1 Equalizer on page 113 and 12.2.1.2 Compressor on page 115)

  • Page 71: Effect Parameters

    Like the drum kit parameters of the Kit Editor mode, Effects allow for storing each pa- rameter directly into the kit. For effect parameters that are characteristic of the effect, the G9 also provides the preset option. This enables the user to copy effects from one kit to another. The indirect preset method of parame- ter storage creates an additional node in the parameter hierarchy, so that the drum kit stores the preset name, which references the different parameter values contained.
  • Page 72 Drum Kit Parameters -Effects Direct Preset Mode Parameter Values (Custom) (Indirect) Effects On/Off Switch expression ● FX Send Level Faders ● Level ● Pre-Delay (Ambience) ● Gate Threshold (Instrument Reverb) ● Send to Room Reverb (Multi FX) ● Every other FX 2-4 parameter |…| ●...
  • Page 73 An effect module offers preset parameters, when there is a preset field on the left-hand side (mod- ules 2-4). Such parameters are located inside the dividing, vertical bars and contain all functionali- ties which form the fundamental characteristic of the effect. The G9 offers two distinct ways of saving effect parameter values: Saving out a preset without overwriting the effect properties of the active kit.
  • Page 74 FFECTS RESETS The G9 provides a variety of options to manage preset libraries. You can access the library and its functions by tapping on a [Preset] Field next to a group of preset parameters. The G9 distinguishes between Factory Presets (preceding lock icon) and User Presets (without lock icon).

  • Page 75: Loading Presets

    ARAMETER ALUES The G9 allows for storing parameter values directly into the Drum Kit without saving a preset. Instead of a preset name, the preset fields will display “Custom Setting” This is the case, when parameter values differ from an existing preset. It is still possible to save custom settings as a preset later and make certain parameter values available for other drum kits.

  • Page 76: Renaming Presets

    If you choose direct storage of parameter values proceed as follows: Go to either Performance ➔ Module 1 ➔ Drum Kit Kit Editor ➔ Module 2 ➔ Instrument Select ➔ Drum Kit An asterisk (*) before the kit name indicates changes in directly storable values. Tap the [Drum Kit] name field to open the Drum Kit Browser.
  • Page 77 10.5 ODULE 10.5.1 FX1 A MBIENCE AMPLES The Ambience module hosts room samples taken in Funkhaus Studios. Since a room responds to moving air in a characteristic and consistent manner, the possibilities of parameters are limited by the nature of the effect. Ambience controls the time until the sound bounces off an obstacle resulting in an echo.
  • Page 78 belongs to Instrument Reverb exclusively. Factory presets provided for Instrument Reverb focus on instrument specific effects but derive their characteristics from the same parameters and value ranges. 10.6.1.1 EVERB YPES AND ARAMETERS The following reverb types and parameters are available: Reverb Types (Instrument and Room) Plates produce a mechanically generated reverb without early reflections.
  • Page 79 Reverb Types - Parameters Parameters Description Value Range Storage Direct Indirect (Custom) (Preset) ● On/Off Activate/deactivate the reverb module globally on/off The amount of time before the onset of reverb. Longer delays leave the dry sound untouched in its attack and preserve clarity of the sound. Short ●...
  • Page 80 Since the functioning of this effect section is identical with the module Instrument Reverb, please refer to the previous section for delineation of concepts, explanation of reverb types and parame- ters. 10.8 ODULE 10.8.1 FX 4 M ULTI FFECTS Effects in this module comprise everything that is not associated with Ambience, Instrument Reverb or Room Reverb as for example frequency modulation.
  • Page 81 The Wah-Wah effect is created by dynamically “brushing” through the frequency spectrum of the dry signal utilizing a specific audio filter. Instead of the classic pedal control, the G9 uses the Velocity of the stroke to control the movement of the filter along the frequency spectrum.
  • Page 82 Distortion / Saturation Overloads the audio signal with gain and adds additional harmonic frequencies to the mix, resulting in a fuller but in case of distortion also edgier sound. This method is prone to scaling up frequency amplitudes along the fre- quency spectrum, with the result, that the amplitude would surpass 0 dB at more and more frequencies.
  • Page 83 Phaser The G9 models the effect using a 6-notch filter directly applied to the dry signal. Like Wah-Wah, the effect is gen- erated by “brushing” with the filter through the frequency spectrum. However, while the dynamics of movement of Wah-Wah are controlled by the intensity of the stroke, the movement using Phaser is controlled by a sine LFO waveform.
  • Page 84 Auto Pan Pans the sound between the left and the right speaker in 180° out of phase. The volume of both channels (Left and right) is driven by a sine LFO waveform. Parameters Range Unit Dry/Wet Description Controls the length of the LFO waveform period and 0-20 Modulation Rate thus the frequency of the alternating effect.
  • Page 85 Delay Records a segment of the played sound and plays it back repeatedly (multi-echo). Parameters Range Unit Dry/Wet Description Mono creates a mono signal audible on both speakers simultaneously. In stereo mode the delayed signals alter between the left and the right speaker. The Mono signal is moved to the left speaker and the second Mono, Stereo FX Type...

  • Page 87: Trigger Settings

    It is recommended to use factory presets for pads (if available) by browsing the Trigger Bank and Setup menus. However, the G9 provides a range of features to calibrate any analogue trigger pad to your playing style. Learn how to create custom trigger banks and setups and gain an understand- ing of the underlying parameters.
  • Page 88 Aux 3 Aux 4 G9 Ports – Input Channels The Peak row remembers the highest velocity value detected while playing and for each pad separately. It works in the same way as the peak rows available in other modules and returns the maximum velocity across all pad components.

  • Page 89: Trigger Selection

    Color Scales for Peak Detection by UI Theme UI Theme GEWA Red MIDI Velocity Value GEWA Classic Protanopia Grayscale GEWA White Deuteranopia Tritanopia Peak (126-127) Normal High (125) Normal Low (1) 11.1.1.2 ELECT With Auto Select it is possible to select an input channel by playing the connected pad on one of its components.

  • Page 90: Standard Setups

    ETUPS These Setups assign default Trigger Bank presets to all Input Channels available which store parame- ter values optimized for GEWA pad components and can be found in the Trigger Bank Selection browser under Default Presets. The Standard Setups are designed to match common GEWA configurations of pads available.
  • Page 91 GEWA Tom 10inch GEWA Tom 10inch The default Factory Setup is GEWA STUDIO. If you have purchased a different GEWA Shell configuration, please load the corresponding setup first to ensure the best trigger performance. (See also section 11.2.1.3.1 Loading Presets on page 84) Hint The setups shown above can also be used as a starting point for customized Hardware setups.
  • Page 92 Other than the Sound Select field in the kit editor, the trigger bank field is a preset field, which adds another step in the hierarchy of parameter value storage. It follows the rules and principles of the G9 preset management system.
  • Page 93 In case of Trigger Banks, the corresponding preset browser is structured as follows: Trigger Bank - Preset Field and Browser Preset Field Trigger Bank GEWA Snare 12inch Preset Browser – Trigger Bank Factory Trigger Bank Selection Default Presets User Presets...
  • Page 94 ALUES ETUPS The G9 allows for storing parameter values directly into the setup without saving individual presets for trigger banks. Instead of a preset name, the Trigger bank field will display “Custom Setting”. This is the case, when parameter values differ from an existing preset. It is still possible to save custom settings as a preset later and make certain parameter values available for other setups as well.
  • Page 95 Setup Custom Setup Choose one of the following options: Overwrite an existing setup by highlighting a name in the list and tapping [Save]. Create a new setup by tapping [New] in the Feature Shelf, enter a name and con- firm by tapping [OK]. 11.2.1.3.4 VERWRITE RESETS...
  • Page 96 In case of trigger issues, please start based of the Setups and Trigger Banks provided and sparingly experiment with the parameters available. Tip: If available, please load provided factory Trigger Banks first. Regarding GEWA equipment, the Standard Setups assign trigger banks for GEWA equipment to all input channels.
  • Page 97 The following table lists all parameters available by component:...
  • Page 98 * 3Way is a specialty of Roland™ analogue ride cymbals, where bell and other components are separated by their own plug/jack. When using these cymbals choosing the Ride input channel of the G9, Aux 1 will be automati- cally configured as Bell channel. Optional channels are Aux 1-3, where the following Aux channel is always de- fined as the bell channel.
  • Page 99 Use this feature, if you are happy with the progression in velocity of your custom-built trigger pad and you feel that the overall volume produced cannot compete with other pads connected to your G9. This feature might come in handy when connecting 3 party pads from other manufactur- ers as well.
  • Page 100 11.3.1.2 HRESHOLD With this dial you adjust the velocity threshold from which on the G9 accepts signals sent by the detecting sensor (voltage). Low thresholds are preferable for sensitive players, but often cause auto triggering due to vibrations of the environment. Such signals are not desired since they produce sounds which don´t stem from striking a pad.
  • Page 101 Scan Time Period before marking the signal as registered and making it ready to be sent via MIDI. Next, the G9 scans all Trigger Inputs for registered signals again. The exact system latency (from stroke to sound) consists of the delay from sensor to input, 1 fixed millisecond for a non-editable Latency parameter (analysis trigger signals), the Scan Time parameter and the time for the resulting MIDI message to produce the sound in the sound engine.
  • Page 102 Use the VU Meter Pedal Position (not very accu- rate) or CC messages visible in Pad Monitor. When using Pad Monitor CC messages as a guidance you need to achieve such a configuration that CC messages are not sent by the G9 in extreme pedal positions.
  • Page 103 too low you may not be able to get fully closed Hi-Hat Sounds, even if the cymbals are in closed position with a good amount of pressure on the Hi-Hat Pedal. Low Position Parameter Value Range: 0-127 11.3.1.9 HICK ENSITIVITY EDAL ONLY Measured against CC MIDI message value: 0 - for fully open, 127 - for fully closed.
  • Page 104 G9 Hi-Hat Calibration Graphic Elements Hints Tap the Hi-Hat Pedal icon in module 2 to select the Hi-Hat Controller/Pedal. Tap the [Calibrate…] Calibrate… button in module 3 Hi-Hat Calibration High Position With this dialog you can calibrate the parameters Low Position and High Position of your Hi-Hat Pedal.

  • Page 105: Trigger Type

    (crosstalk between inputs and double triggering). Raising them too high may cause the G9 to miss some hits on fast/press rolls. Dyn Level sets how hard the G9 will try to suppress false triggering. Dyn Time sets for how long false triggering will be suppressed. For most rubber type pads/cymbals Dyn Level between 8 and 15 and Dyn Time between 8 and 20 should produce the best results.

  • Page 106: Curve Settings

    This skew in detection needs to be corrected, so that the software picks a set of sound samples which matches the intensity of stroke in real world. To this end, the G9 ships with a limited number of curves representing different degrees of detection skews. Choosing adequate velocity curves depends on the choice of components of different manufacturers (tech- nical specifications) and the personal expectations in sound progression of the player.
  • Page 107 Peak Input Kick Snare Tom 1 Tom 2 Tom 3 Tom 4 Ride Hi-Hat Crash1 Crash2 Aux 1 Aux 2 Aux 3 Aux 4 Select a component to edit by tapping the corresponding icon in module 2 (Trigger Selec- tion). Tap the function set Advanced Settings in module 3.
  • Page 108 Trigger Setup Selection GEWA STUDIO 5 GEWA PRO 6 GEWA PRO 5 User Setup 1 (Highlighted) User Setup Number 2 Load Save Rename Delete As a Trigger Bank (Preset indirect): Tap the Trigger Bank field (module 2). Trigger Bank Custom Setting Select a User Trigger Bank in the drop-down list and tap [Save] to overwrite the highlighted entry.

  • Page 109: Curve Editor

    Therefore, finding the perfect compensation curve is always a matter of trial and error. The following section guides you through a typical process of creating custom curves in the G9.
  • Page 110 11.3.2.5.1 REATING USTOM URVES Select an Input Channel in Module 1(Pad). Peak Input Kick Snare Tom 1 Tom 2 Tom 3 Tom 4 Ride Hi-Hat Crash1 Crash2 Aux 1 Aux 2 Aux 3 Aux 4 Select a component to edit by tapping the corresponding icon in module 2 (Trigger Selec- tion).
  • Page 111 Curve Editor Custom 2 Curve Setting Save Undo (Optional) Add/remove another control point by tapping [+]. (Optional) Rename the curve by tapping the field [Curve Setting] to open the keyboard. Tap [Save] in the Curve Editor to store the new curve shape. The curve itself is a preset which will only take effect if it is assigned to a trigger bank preset or setup.
  • Page 112 General Settings ➔ Module 4 ➔ Device ➔ UI Theme). Color schemes for Trigger Monitors are chosen as follows: Colors Trigger Monitor by UI Theme Head | Bow Rim | Edge Bell Choke GEWA Red GEWA Classic GEWA White Tritanopia Deuteranopia Protanopia Grayscale...
  • Page 113 11.4.1.2 ONITOR The Crosstalk Monitor detects every signal of each pad sent to the G9 while playing. Its main pur- pose is to observe trigger signals sent by pad components you haven´t hit at all. Often vibrations travel through the hardware and cause accidental activation of other sensors (X-Talk). Striking a certain component should only activate the sensor responsible for that very component.
  • Page 115 12.1 ODULE This module controls global properties for all standard outputs offered by the G9 Workstation. Next to exclusively stereo outputs like Master Outs you can manage Direct Outs, which function as Dual Mono or Stereo depending on your choice. On the other hand, the function set Digital Outs pro- vides controls for the amplification or reduction of digital audio signals.

  • Page 116: Master Outs

    12.1.1 ASTER This function set provides adjustments for the standard outputs of the console such as Master Outs (XLR, S/PDIF), Monitor Outs or Phones. The volume dials are instances of the corresponding hardware dials on the left-hand side. Consequently, values of the hardware dials will update when adjusting the volume of an output in Master Outs.

  • Page 117: Digital I N /Out

    OUTING THERS You can send any input signal to a variety of output channels built into the G9 by utilizing the Rout- ing Matrix. In this section you will learn how to edit, save, load, rename and delete matrix layouts.
  • Page 118 The G9´s routing function is divided into 2 input categories: Routing Drums and Routing Others. While their routable channels vary, the functionality and appearance are the same. Thus, the contents of the following subchapters apply to both input categories likewise.
  • Page 119 12.1.4.1 DITING THE OUTING ATRIX Tap on [Routing Drums] or [Routing Others] to open the corresponding Routing Matrix. Note that the Input Channels, effects and routable sound sources (Pads in particular) are arranged horizontally (Columns), whereas the available Output Channels are arranged vertically (Rows). Big dots indicate in which output an Input channel is audible and small dots show channels which are muted in the Mix sent to an output.
  • Page 120 RESETS OUTING The G9 provides a variety of options to manage preset libraries. You can access the library and its functions by tapping on a [Preset] field next to a group of preset parameters. In the drop down, that open by tapping on a preset field, the G9 differentiates between Factory Presets (preceding lock icon) and User Presets (without lock icon).
  • Page 121 Preset Management -Feature Shelf Function Preset Type Load Save Rename Delete Factory Preset User Preset Factory presets provided serve as a starting point to avoid time consuming edits of about 100 dots manually. Chose the preset that brings you closest to the desired routing design and selectively alter the settings where needed.
  • Page 122 With Custom Setting visible proceed as follows: Tap the [Routing Preset] field. Routing Preset Custom Setting Tap [New] in the Feature Shelf. Name your preset using the keyboard. Confirm by tapping [OK]. 12.1.4.2.3 VERWRITE RESETS You can overwrite user presets with current values set in the interface. This function is not available for factory presets (preceding lock icon).
  • Page 123 Consequently, the G9 only provides a constant linear factory preset for output chan- nels which serves as a starting point. Recurring settings can be remembered by saving out user presets.
  • Page 124 12.2.1.1.1 ARAMETERS AND ESCRIPTION Equalizer - Parameters per Band Parameter Value Range/Unit Low Band Mid Band 2 Mid Band 1 High Band Shelving ● ● Q Factor 0,1 – 8,0 ● ● Frequency 20 Hz -16 kHz ● ● ● ●...
  • Page 125 While the Equalizer allows for shaping sound by addressing certain frequency ranges selectively, compressors will take effect across the whole frequency spectrum. In the G9, Pad Compressors are implemented as Insert type Compressors (Input Channels in Kit Editor), so that the sound of each pad can be shaped individually.
  • Page 126 G9 Compressor Compressor Custom Setting Preset Boost Knee Ratio Attack Threshold Release Input Output 12.2.1.2.1 ARAMETERS AND ESCRIPTION Compressor - Parameters Parameter Value Range/Unit Description Amplifies the compression result to compensate for the loss in Boost 0 - 24 dB levels caused by the Ratio setting.
  • Page 127 12.2.1.2.2 DITING OMPRESSOR URVES The following steps are a guideline for setting up a compressor: Turn Compressor [on]. (Optional) Play a song in Song Player and/or play on the drum kit to hear the effect of your edits. Tap the [Compression] field which contains the input-output curve. A dialogue pops up giving you access to the compressor parameters.
  • Page 128 “Drum Kit” with “Device Database” in the following Illustration: The G9 provides a variety of options to manage preset libraries. You can access the library and its functions by tapping on a [Preset] field next to a group of preset parameters. In the drop-down lists that open up by tapping on a preset field, the G9 differentiates between Factory Presets (preceding lock icon) and User Presets (without lock icon).
  • Page 129 12.2.1.3.1 OADING RESETS Proceed as follows: Tap on the [Preset] field. Tap once on the preset you want to load. Tap [Load] in the Feature Shelf. The dialog closes automatically, and the new preset is active. 12.2.1.3.2 AVING RESETS In preparation please check whether the [Preset Field] contains the name “Custom Setting”. This indicates that values have changed and differ from those stored with the active drum kit (Pad Equalizer and Pad Compressor) or the values stored in the device database (Output Equalizer and Compressor).
  • Page 130 ONTROL In this function set it is possible assign and mange control settings for peripheral devices choosing options from a predefined list. The G9 allows for choosing between two types of control: Foot Switch To be chosen in conjunction with standard foot switch pedals sending stereo signals.
  • Page 131 12.3 ODULE This module hosts the MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) implementation of the G9 to con- figure the associated ports of the rear panel. Apart from that, MIDI notes sent from each pad can be defined and modified individually for MIDI outputs. These settings are hosted in Kit Editor mode.

  • Page 132: Global Midi Settings

    LOBAL ETTINGS This function set centers around connecting the G9 with other MIDI devices to form an in-line signal path for MIDI control data to travel through. Utilizing the MIDI 1.0 protocol, it is consequently possible to remote control certain functionalities between the connected devices.

  • Page 133: Local Control

    (off). Setting Local control to “off” is recommended in conjunction with sequencers that rout the recorded MIDI information received from the MIDI out of the G9 back into the console to drive the internal sound processor. In this setup the G9 sound processor would receive 2 identical sets of control data if Local Control was set to “on”.

  • Page 134: Midi Channel

    Hint: Selecting MIDI Input to Midi Out in conjunction with Local Control “off” converts the MIDI Out port into a MIDI Thru output (Soft Thru). Choose this combination if the G9 is supposed to function as a slave down the line in a “daisy chain”.

  • Page 135: Program Change

    ROGRAM HANGE This feature set defines the rules for MIDI program changes. Since the G9 is a rhythm device, it can´t be compatible with the standard MIDI protocol. The programs to change are the drum kits available in the Drum Kit Browser, where the Drum Kit index number equals the program.
  • Page 136 (Optional) Repeat steps 1-2 for other drum kits. The settings of the function set apply to the following ports of the rear panel. Make sure that the G9 is connected to the external device in order to let the settings have effect: Ports –...

  • Page 137: Start Screen

    Home Button. 12.4.1.1 With Auto Off you can time when the G9 shuts down. Tap repeatedly the [Auto Off] field to cycle through the countdown times available. There are five options: off ➔ 30 mins (default) ➔ 1h ➔ 2h ➔...
  • Page 138 UI T HEME The appearance of the G9 is customizable by different UI Themes. Tap on the field and select a theme using the selection wheel. There are also themes dedicated to different types of color blindness. These themes are named after medical terms and utilize only color values from the perceivable spectrum of the concerned group of people.
  • Page 139 LUETOOTH AMES If your G9 is in the close neighborhood of other G9 devices, you can change the Bluetooth name of your G9 to make it uniquely recognizable for other external devices and facilitate the pairing pro- cess. Bluetooth names are stored in the global device database automatically and are remem- bered until changing the name again or until performing a Factory Reset.

  • Page 140: Factory Reset

    Please save your custom drum kits before you proceed. To perform a factory reset of the G9, proceed as follows: Go to General Settings ➔ Module 4 ➔ Factory Reset Tap the [Factory Reset] button.
  • Page 141 12.4.5 NFORMATION This function set provides all information regarding the status of the G9 such as Serial Number, Firm- ware version, sound chip firmware version (Dream FW) and version number of the trigger firmware (Trigger FW). Also shown is the status of the internal memory usage (Flash for imported sample Librar- ies and SD Memory).
  • Page 142 Tap [Check for Update] to open the Update Dialogue. The G9 compiles all relevant downloads in the language of choice and by checking the installed firmware, it only provides software newer than the installed version. To restore the installed firmware, please perform a factory reset.

  • Page 143: Update Your Device

    Turn off your G9 by pressing the [Power] button. Plug the USB stick into the USB port of the front panel. Turn the G9 on by pressing the [Power] button again and wait for the update to be com- pleted (pop up with status message).
  • Page 144 Tip: In combination with the direct firmware download you can grab the unzipped firmware from the default download folder and copy it on your USB Stick using the G9 File Manager. The default download path for firmware files is INTERNAL SD/SYSTEM/Firmware.
  • Page 145 13 T OOLS The tools mode contains app-like utilities and features like an On Stage mode, PDF Reader, an Import Tool for sound samples and a File Manager. Tapping an icon in the Tools menu will open the associated application. See the following table for icons associated with the tools available: Tools Menu On Stage –...
  • Page 146 On Stage - Default Set List Editor Drum Kit Studio Record Set Blank Sheet Metronome Song Player TS: 4/4 Song select empty IV: 1/4 The following sections will focus on editing tiles, managing setlists and working with setlists on stage. 13.1.1 –...
  • Page 147 13.1.2 – A DITING ILES SSIGN XPRESSIONS FOR EDIA YPES In preparation, please tap the [Setlist Editor] field and load the preset Blank Sheet by double tap- ping on the preset name. This will load an empty setlist with default values. The proceeding de- scribed in the following applies to creating new presets using the blank sheet preset as well as edit- ing tiles of any other existing setlist.
  • Page 148 Top 40 Set 1 Top 40 Set 2 Load Save Rename Delete As with all other G9 presets, the feature shelf updates depending on the chosen preset type (Facto- ry or User): Preset Management -Feature Shelf Function Preset Type Load...
  • Page 149 Highlight a list entry (Tap once). Tap [Load] in the Feature Shelf. Double tap a list entry. Select Stage List Preset Blank Sheet Jazz Standards Set 1 Jazz Standards Set 2 Jazz Standards Set 3 Top 40 Set 1 Top 40 Set 2 Load Save Rename...

  • Page 150: Working With Setlists

    This overwrites the chosen preset with the current tile layout. 13.1.3.4 ENAME ETLISTS Renaming of setlists is always possible without overwriting their tile configuration. This option is only available for user setlists. Proceed as follows: Tap the [Setlist Editor] field to open the setlist browser. In the preset browser highlight a user setlist to be renamed (tap once).

  • Page 151: Pdf Viewer

    13.1.4.1 IEWER The On Stage Pdf Viewer is a simplified version of the Pdf Reader (see on page 142). It provides only the most important functions for reading chart music. During live performances you need to turn pages quickly and have fast access to the [Play/Stop] buttons of the On Stage mode to quickly react to issues on stage.

  • Page 152: Pdf Reader

    13.2 PDF R EADER The PDF reader allows you to read any PDF stored onto a USB stick or the internal memory, which is very useful for reading sheet music. Next to basic navigation functions, it also provides advanced functions such as bookmark navigation and thumbnail navigation. On Stage PDF Reader Import Tool...
  • Page 153 ELECT ROWSER The File Select Browser is implemented in various applications in the G9, such as the Song Player, PDF Reader or Import Tool. However, depending on the application, it opens with different filters active to only show relevant file types. Regarding the Pdf Reader, it displays pdf files only. Consequently, non-interpretable files are hidden.
  • Page 154 13.2.1.2 ILES In Pdf Reader, proceed as follows: Tap on the [Folder] icon in the top-right corner to open File Select. Specify the storage medium by tapping once on [USB] or [SD]. Navigate to your file by performing one or more of the following actions. Double tap on folder names to open them (left column).

  • Page 155: File Manager

    The ability to store your own files in the G9 makes a USB dongle obsolete. You can access your files wherever you go without carrying any other storage medium.
  • Page 156 MPORT The Import Tool is designed to add samples to the Sound Library of the G9. It does not transfer data onto the internal SD card, but takes sound files from any source and encrypts the sample file into the G9´s native library format.
  • Page 157 File Manager Split Windows File Manager Free Disk Space SD Card Free Disk Space USB Directory Path split window 1 Directory Path split window 2 – The Flag indi- cates that this directory is destination for the compiled Collection in window 1 Type Name Select...
  • Page 158 Compiling a collection is the process of gathering several files and folders from multiple path direc- tories of multiple sources (SD, USB) within the same split window. During this process, the G9 remem- bers the path directories of all selected items in the background, allowing to navigate seamlessly between sources and their folder hierarchies and without losing track of the files and folders select- ed.
  • Page 159 While traditional file managers discard file selections as soon as you leave a folder to open a different directory, the G9 file manager remembers these selections, allowing to add more files from other directories. Thus, a collection consists of selections spread out on different directories and storage mediums.
  • Page 160 13.3.6.1 ARENTING The G9 file manager uses the concept of parenting, which applies to selecting folders of a hierar- chy. When checking a folder (Parent), all contained files and folders (Children) are checked like- wise. If you check a parent and open the folder afterwards to uncheck files and folders to be ex- cluded from the collection, the parent will remain checked.
  • Page 161 13.3.6.2 EMBERSHIP OF A OLLECTION Within the concept of collections, no file or folder can be member of more than one collection. Without this rule, a file in collection 1 could be moved to a different destination in first place. If it was member of collection 2 as well, the job protocol would address a dead path by the time of pro- cessing the job task of collection 2.

  • Page 162: New Folder

    This feature only makes sense when dealing with photos, where you still have a thumbnail to identify the image. The G9 is a pro audio device and priorities in functionali- ty are set accordingly.
  • Page 163 EARCH The search function of the G9 is viewed as a plug-In which is not exclusive of the File Man- ager. It can appear in other file browsers as well. It is designed as an inline tool which can be utilized as an alternative to linear path navigation (open folders by double tapping) and therefore inherits all important functions from the File Manager Task Bar.
  • Page 164 13.4.1.2 ONCEPTION In File Manager, the search function serves as an In-line feature when compiling collections (see 13.3.5 Compiling Collections on page 150). Meaning, that it can be utilized at any time and alternatively to linear folder navigation. Consequently, the search dialogue inherits all relevant icons of the task bar needed to serve this purpose.
  • Page 165 • Navigate down the path by double tapping a folder. • Double tapping does not select files/folders. • Double tapping opens folder – Auto deletes search term (auto refresh) to view folder contents and edit selections caused by parenting. • Double tapping files ➔...
  • Page 166 13.4.2.1 ROPERTIES Each file browser of the G9 provides filtering and ordering options which operate independently from each other. Consequently, the Filter Manager only affects browsers, where it is available. • Opens by tapping the Filter Manager button • Filters and ordering rules can be globally activated or deactivated in the task bar (Check Boxes) •...

  • Page 167: Sorting Options

    PTIONS The following table shows Filter Manager the complete list of sorting Sort By Filter options and categorized Filters available. The G9 Audio Name A-Z Filter Manager orders file Name Z-A categories by relevance to minimize the need of Date (Ascending)
  • Page 168 With the import tool it is possible to import files which are meant to be accessible in the sound library. Apart from the copy process, these files need to be encrypted into a G9 native format. If you just want to transfer files to the internal drive, please use the File Man- ager.
  • Page 169 Importer Library Storage Imported Container B Sound Package 1 (Collapsed) Sample Bow Sample Edge Container A Container B (imported) Sample Bell Container C Sound Package 2 (Expanded) Imported Custom WAV 1 Container 1 (imported) Imported Container 1 Instrument 1 Container 2 (not imported) Instrument 2 Instrument 3 Container 3 (not imported)
  • Page 170 G9 File Select Browser - Source Selection and Search Intern Search Navigation – Up the path SYSTEM/ G9 File Select Browser (WAV) File Select Cabasa_Stroke.wav Filter Intern Search Clacker.wav Copper_tambourine.wav SYSTEM/ Daiko_Open.wav DrumKits Elevator_Open.wav Firmware Garage_Door.wav Manuals QuickRecord Double Tap to import this File.wav Triangle_Large.wav...
  • Page 171 Sounds purchased in the Sound Store will appear in the Storage column after they have been down- loaded to your local device using the G9 Shop application (see section 13.6.1 Connecting to the Cloud on page 164). The import process is identical with the import of custom sounds. However, sounds are downloaded and displayed as containers by instrument category in the storage tab.
  • Page 172 Deletion of imported Sounds removes the Library entry of the Import Tool as well as its entry in the Sound Browser. 13.5.5 MPORT IMITS AND OUND ANAGEMENT Both, Wave file import and import of sounds from the Shop address the built-in 4 GB flash memory. This way you have quick access to your sounds while playing, resulting in fast loading times for drum kits using the Drum Kit Selector or the On Stage tool.
  • Page 173 Note that the G9 Shop application enables you to only download your purchased sounds. To make them available in your local sound library, sounds must be imported in a second step, utilizing the G9 Import tool (see 13.5 Import Tool on page 158).
  • Page 174 On start-up you are disconnected from the cloud by default and the landing page of the shop browser asks you to connect you G9 to the Cloud. Tap on the [Status] button in the bottom left corner of the shop screen.
  • Page 175 The buyer will have access to the sounds as long as the serial number of the sold device remains listed in the GEWA sound store account of the seller. It is the seller’s re- sponsibility to remove the serial number of the sold device from his GEWA sound store account before the sale.

  • Page 177: Useful Information

    14 U SEFUL NFORMATION 14.1 XPLANATION OF ERMS Term Definition Musical Instrument Digital Interface is a data transfer protocol. With this, musical control information is transferred between electronic instruments such as digital pianos, keyboards, synthesizers, drum computers or even PCs or laptops. To exchange this control information, the instruments/computers require MIDI connections and a link must be established be- tween them.

  • Page 178: Warranty

    If you suspect to have a claim covered by the warranty terms regarding your GEWA digital Drum Console, please contact your dealer during regular business hours.
  • Page 179 Make sure that the stereo cables connecting pad and I can hear only one pad component (e.g. console are plugged in completely. Regarding GEWA cym- Head OR Rim). bals and modules, the stereo cable needs to be connected to the socket facing the cymbal piezo.

  • Page 180: Technical Data

    16 T ECHNICAL G9 Drum Workstation – Technical Data 40 Preset + unlimited User Presets Drum-Kits more than 400 Instruments Pad Compressor & 3-band full parametric EQ per Pad Effect Types Output Compressor & 4 Band full parametric EQ per Output Room Reverb &...

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