Description
The Yamaha DTX-MULTI 12 is a professional-grade electronic percussion pad that is known for its versatility and extensive feature set. It has been a popular choice for a wide range of musicians, including acoustic drummers looking to expand their sound, hand percussionists, and studio producers.
Key Features and Highlights:
- Twelve Velocity-Sensitive Pads: The DTX-MULTI 12 features 12 pads in a unique split-level configuration. These pads are highly sensitive and can be played with sticks, hands, or even fingers, thanks to dedicated playing modes (“Stick,” “Hand,” and “Finger”).
- Massive Sound Library: It comes loaded with a rich variety of sounds, including drum, percussion, chromatic percussion, and folk instruments. It also includes sounds from Yamaha’s flagship MOTIF series of synthesizers, giving it a total of 1,277 voices.
- Sampling and Wave Memory: The DTX-MULTI 12 has an impressive ability to import and use your own sounds. You can import WAV and AIFF audio files from a USB memory device, and it has 64MB of Flash ROM for storing your custom samples. This allows you to create unique kits with your own sounds.
- Extensive Connectivity: The pad is designed for professional use. It includes:
- External Trigger Inputs: It has five external trigger inputs, allowing you to connect additional pads (like a kick pad or snare pad) and a hi-hat controller to create a compact electronic drum kit.
- USB to Host and USB to Device: The unit can connect to a computer via USB for MIDI recording and audio transfer, and a second USB port allows you to load and save data from a USB flash drive.
- Onboard Effects: The DTX-MULTI 12 features a powerful multi-effects engine with a variety of effects, including reverb, chorus, and a five-band master equalizer. This allows you to shape your sound and add professional polish.
- Internal Sequencer and Phrase Patterns: You can use the built-in sequencer to record your own performances or use the 128 preset patterns as a starting point. This is a great feature for creating backing tracks, practicing, or building full song arrangements.
