Dual analog chorus and vibrato with bbd technology, digital control of waveforms and modes, double knobs for speed and depth, acceleration and effect change with optical switch, tone adjustment on side trimpot, oscillation indicator led, true bypass (7 pages)
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Pedal-based drum machine Stand-alone device: no computer needed for creating beats 8 samples of classic sounds specially selected and processed from real instruments SNA RE / B AS SD RU M / RIM S HOT / HIHA T / C LA P / C OWB E L L / T OM / C ONGA SYNC and MIDI connections for synchronization Irregular time signatures other than 4/4...
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Congratulations, you got the Beat! Create and program your own beats, add them to your effects chain and sync them with other instruments. Designed to meet the needs of all musicians, whether rehearsing, composing and demoing, playing live or recording. Program rhythms and patterns easily and intuitively, with sounds specially sampled from real instruments, with great sensibility accents and pitch effects, and take them everywhere with this amazing drummer-in-a-box.
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Controls Some knobs have an alternate function if used in combination - that is, turning while holding down- with the REC or PLAY button. BPM: This control sets the tempo of the beats. It is inactive when the pedal is synchronized to other devices with the MIDI/Sync connection.
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current beats and their modifications to permanent memory. MIDS: equalizer to remove mid frequencies that can be excessive -internal control- when connecting the pedal to a guitar amplifier. Connections OUTPUT: Pedal output, can be connected to a guitar/bass amplifier or directly to a console line.
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More functions BANK CHANGE: When you turn the Beat on, the pedal is in the last selected bank, and indicates this by flashing the PLAY and TAP LEDs (one flash for bank A, two for bank B, etc.). To change banks, simply turn the BEAT/BANK knob to the desired position while holding down the REC button.
METRONOME(CLICK): If the selected beat is empty (no sound was recorded) it will automatically play back with the internal metronome sound, even if REC mode is not activated. With REC mode active, the metronome can be enabled or disabled by tapping the TAP button while holding the PLAY button.
Advanced JOYSTICK MODE In this mode the pedal becomes a trigger for individual sounds, and overrides all the rhythm and recording functions. To activate it, connect the pedal to the 9v power supply while holding down the TAP button. The TAP button triggers the sound selected in SAMPLE, as normal, and respecting the pitch that was set in the selected BEAT/BANK.
PEDAL CONFIG Various pedal usage options can be modified in the PEDAL CONFIG mode. To activate this mode, hold REC for a few seconds while connecting the pedal power. The SAMPLE knob is used to select the option you wish to configure. The right LED indicates that the current state of the option is active, and the left LED indicates that it is inactive.
EXPERT MODE The EXPERT mode enables some advanced BEAT functions that use the PLAY button combination. To enable/disable it, see the Pedal Configuration section. The functions available in this mode are as follows. ERASE BEAT: in REC mode, it is possible to erase the current rhythm completely to start from scratch.
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Use and care of the pedal • Use only regulated 9v dc adapter, with negative center polarity. In no way should be connected to 220V or adapters of other kinds. • Avoid dropping, hitting or exposing the pedal to extremes of humidity or temperature.
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• DEDALO ensures that the pedal is free from defects in materials and workmanship. • DEDALO will choose to repair or replace any faulty piece on the pedal at its sole option. • Failures due to accident or misuse are not covered in the warranty.
APPENDIX Technical specifications Model 2024 – BEAT-2 Input impedance: 1Mohm Power supply: DC 9v center negative (minimum 100mA) Power consumption: 90mA at 9v DC Dimensions: 12cm x 9.4cm x 5.4cm Weight: 480gr Digital samples at 8bit 31.250Khz MIDI input: TRS compatible with Type A and Type B (automatic)
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