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DRUM KIT CONFIGURATION
Set List and Setup
Configure set lists and their order.
INSTRUMENT PARAMETER SETTINGS
Common & Specific Parameters
Adjust parameters common to all and specific to each instrument.
DRUM TYPE SPECIFIC SETTINGS
Kick, Snare, Tom, Hi-Hat
Configure detailed settings for kick, snare, tom, and hi-hat.
CYMBAL & USER SAMPLE CONFIGURATION
Cymbals, Ride, and User Samples
Adjust settings for cymbals, ride, and user-imported sounds.
LAYERED SOUNDS & TRANSIENT SHAPING
Sub Instrument Layering
Combine instruments for layered sounds.
Transient Shaping
Adjust attack and release characteristics of sounds.
OVERHEAD & SEND EFFECTS MANAGEMENT
Overhead Mic Settings
Configure overhead inputs, templates, and assignments.
Send Effects & Filters
Manage effect sends and input filter assignments.
PRE-EFFECT PROCESSING & MIC SETTINGS
Pad Send Level & Pre Limiter
Adjust pad send levels and apply pre-limiter compression.
Microphone & Display Settings
Configure mic types, width, and display parameters.
POST-EFFECT PROCESSING & COMPRESSION
Post EQ & Total Compression
Apply overall EQ and compression to the sound.
AMBIENCE EFFECTS CONFIGURATION
Room & Reverb Parameters
Configure room ambience and reverb effects.
MULTI-EFFECTS (MFX) APPLICATION
MFX Setup & Assignment
Select, apply, and assign multi-effects to pads.
PAD LEVEL & EQ ADJUSTMENTS
Pad Volume & EQ
Adjust individual pad volume and equalization.
PAD COMPRESSION SETTINGS
Pad Compressor
Apply compression effects to individual pads.
MASTER COMPRESSOR SETUP
Master Compressor & Meters
Configure master compression and monitor its levels.
MASTER EQUALIZER SETTINGS
Master EQ Configuration
Adjust overall kit equalization using four bands.
DRUM KIT MANAGEMENT
Kit Naming & Tempo
Name drum kits and set automatic tempo.
MIDI COMMUNICATION SETUP
Kit MIDI Settings
Specify MIDI messages for pad input and communication.
PLAYBACK & PRACTICE CONTROLS
Mute Group & Position Sensing
Configure mute groups and strike position effects.
PERFORMANCE FEATURE CONFIGURATION
Pedal Bend, Brush Switch, Kit Color
Adjust pedal bend, brush mode, and kit illumination color.
USER SAMPLE MANAGEMENT
User Sample List Operations
Manage, audition, and edit imported user samples.
SONG PLAYBACK CONFIGURATION
Song Setup Options
Configure song playback speed, loop type, and volume.
CLICK TRACK FOR PRACTICE
Click Tempo, Setup, and Tap
Configure click tempo, rhythm, sound, and tap tempo.
COACH MODE PRACTICE MODES
Time Check & Quiet Count
Practice timing accuracy and endurance with click variations.
COACH MODE PRACTICE ROUTINES
Warm-Ups
Perform graded practice routines for skill improvement.
SYSTEM SETTINGS - BLUETOOTH CONNECTIVITY
Bluetooth Functionality
Enable and manage Bluetooth connectivity and pairing.
SYSTEM SETTINGS - TRIGGER INPUTS
Trigger & Trigger Bank Setup
Configure pad trigger types and trigger banks.
SYSTEM SETTINGS - PAD TYPE REFERENCE
Trig Type List & Charts
Reference pad types and playing method compatibility.
SYSTEM SETTINGS - DIGITAL PAD CONFIGURATION
Digital Trigger Input Settings
Configure detailed settings for digitally connected pads.
SYSTEM SETTINGS - TRIGGER PARAMETER TUNING
Pad Sensitivity & Gain Adjustments
Adjust pad sensitivity, rim gain, and volume.
Trigger Signal Detection Tuning
Fine-tune scan time, mask time, and retrigger settings.
Playing Technique Detection Settings
Configure cross-stick, noise cancellation, and position sensing.
SYSTEM SETTINGS - HI-HAT OPERATIONS
Hi-Hat Offset & Pedal Settings
Adjust hi-hat offset and pedal operation detection.
SYSTEM SETTINGS - XTALK MONITOR
Trigger Crosstalk Monitor
Configure crosstalk cancellation for shared pad stands.
SYSTEM SETTINGS - OUTPUT ROUTING & ASSIGNMENT
Output Assignment & Routing
Assign audio outputs and configure routing paths for effects.
SYSTEM SETTINGS - USB AUDIO INTERFACE
USB Audio Configuration
Manage USB audio input/output and driver modes.
SYSTEM SETTINGS - MIDI COMMUNICATION
MIDI Transmission & Reception
Configure MIDI message handling, channels, and thru options.
SYSTEM SETTINGS - MIDI CONTROL & HH BORDER
Local Control & HH Note Border
Manage local control and hi-hat note transmission settings.
SYSTEM SETTINGS - OPTIONS & ASSIGNMENTS
Footswitch/Pad Assignment & Display
Assign functions to switches/pads and adjust display settings.
SYSTEM SETTINGS - AUTO OFF & INFO
Auto Off & System Information
Configure auto power-off and view system details.
MULTI-EFFECT PARAMETERS - OVERVIEW
Note Value Usage in Effects
Explains how note values are used for effect parameters.
MULTI-EFFECT PARAMETERS - DELAY EFFECTS
Delay, Reverse Delay, Tape Echo, 3Tap Pan
Detailed settings for various delay effects.
MULTI-EFFECT PARAMETERS - DRIVE & CHORUS EFFECTS
OD/DS Delay & Chorus Effects
Settings for overdrive/distortion delays and chorus effects.
MULTI-EFFECT PARAMETERS - MODULATION EFFECTS
Phaser & Flanger Effects
Configure phaser and flanger modulation effects.
MULTI-EFFECT PARAMETERS - AMBIENCE & FILTER EFFECTS
Reverb, Super Filter, Filter+Drive
Settings for reverb, sharp filters, and filter-drive.
MULTI-EFFECT PARAMETERS - WAH, LO-FI, DISTORTION
Auto Wah, Lo-Fi Compress, Distortion
Settings for wah, lo-fi tone degradation, and distortion.
MULTI-EFFECT PARAMETERS - SATURATOR & PITCH EFFECTS
Saturator, Ring Modulator, Pitch Shifter, Auto Pan
Settings for saturation, ring modulation, pitch shifting, and auto panning.
DRUM KIT PARAMETER STRUCTURE
Pad Settings Breakdown
Detailed breakdown of pad parameter configurations.
Overall Drum Kit Settings
Overview of settings for the entire drum kit.
Main & Sub-Instrument Details
Main and sub-instrument parameter details.
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