This product utilizes batteries or an external power supply (adapter).
DO NOT connect this product to any power supply or adapter other
than one described in the manual, on the name plate, or specifically
recommended by Yamaha.
This product should be used only with the components supplied or; a
cart, rack, or stand that is recommended by Yamaha. If a cart, etc., is
used, please observe all safety markings and instructions that accompany the accessory product.
SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE:
The information contained in this manual is believed to be correct at the
time of printing. However, Yamaha reserves the right to change or modify any of the specifications without notice or obligation to update existing units.
This product, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and headphones or speaker/s, may be capable of producing sound levels that
could cause permanent hearing loss. DO NOT operate for long periods
of time at a high volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you
experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should consult
an audiologist.
IMPORTANT: The louder the sound, the shorter the time period before
damage occurs.
NOTICE:
Service charges incurred due to a lack of knowledge relating to how a
function or effect works (when the unit is operating as designed) are not
covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, and are therefore the owners
responsibility. Please study this manual carefully and consult your
dealer before requesting service.
ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES:
Yamaha strives to produce products that are both user safe and environmentally friendly. We sincerely believe that our products and the production methods used to produce them, meet these goals. In keeping
with both the letter and the spirit of the law, we want you to be aware of
the following:
Battery Notice:
This product MAY contain a small non-rechargeable battery which (if
applicable) is soldered in place. The average life span of this type of
battery is approximately five years. When replacement becomes necessary, contact a qualified service representative to perform the replacement.
This product may also use “household” type batteries. Some of these
may be rechargeable. Make sure that the battery being charged is a
rechargeable type and that the charger is intended for the battery being
charged.
When installing batteries, do not mix batteries with new, or with batteries of a different type. Batteries MUST be installed correctly. Mismatches or incorrect installation may result in overheating and battery
case rupture.
Warning:
Do not attempt to disassemble, or incinerate any battery. Keep all batteries away from children. Dispose of used batteries promptly and as
regulated by the laws in your area. Note: Check with any retailer of
household type batteries in your area for battery disposal information.
Disposal Notice:
Should this product become damaged beyond repair, or for some reason its useful life is considered to be at an end, please observe all local,
state, and federal regulations that relate to the disposal of products that
contain lead, batteries, plastics, etc. If your dealer is unable to assist
you, please contact Yamaha directly.
NAME PLATE LOCATION:
The name plate is located on the bottom of the product. The model
number, serial number, power requirements, etc., are located on this
plate. You should record the model number, serial number, and the date
of purchase in the spaces provided below and retain this manual as a
permanent record of your purchase.
Model
Serial No.
Purchase Date
92-BP (bottom)
PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL
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FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.)
1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT!
This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifications not
expressly approved by Yamaha may void your authority, granted by
the FCC, to use the product.
2. IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to accessories and/
or another product use only high quality shielded cables. Cable/s
supplied with this product MUST be used. Follow all installation
instructions. Failure to follow instructions could void your FCC
authorization to use this product in the USA.
3. NOTE: This product has been tested and found to comply with the
requirements listed in FCC Regulations, Part 15 for Class “B” digital
devices. Compliance with these requirements provides a reasonable level of assurance that your use of this product in a residential
environment will not result in harmful interference with other electronic devices. This equipment generates/uses radio frequencies
and, if not installed and used according to the instructions found in
the users manual, may cause interference harmful to the operation
of other electronic devices. Compliance with FCC regulations does
* This applies only to products distributed by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA.
OBSERVERA!
Apparaten kopplas inte ur växelströmskällan (nätet) så länge som den
ar ansluten till vägguttaget, även om själva apparaten har stängts av.
ADVARSEL: Netspæendingen til dette apparat er IKKE afbrudt,
sålæenge netledningen siddr i en stikkontakt, som er t endt — også
selvom der or slukket på apparatets afbryder.
VAR OITUS: Laitteen toisiopiiriin kytketty käyttökytkin ei irroita koko
laitetta verkosta.
not guarantee that interference will not occur in all installations. If
this product is found to be the source of interference, which can be
determined by turning the unit “OFF” and “ON”, please try to eliminate the problem by using one of the following measures:
Relocate either this product or the device that is being affected by
the interference.
Utilize power outlets that are on different branch (circuit breaker or
fuse) circuits or install AC line filter/s.
In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient the
antenna. If the antenna lead-in is 300 ohm ribbon lead, change the
lead-in to co-axial type cable.
If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory results,
please contact the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of
product. If you can not locate the appropriate retailer, please contact
Yamaha Corporation of America, Electronic Service Division, 6600
Orangethorpe Ave, Buena Park, CA90620
The above statements apply ONLY to those products distributed by
Yamaha Corporation of America or its subsidiaries.
(class B)
Entsorgung leerer Batterien (nur innerhalb Deutschlands)
Leisten Sie einen Beitrag zum Umweltschutz. Verbrauchte Batterien
oder Akkumulatoren dürfen nicht in den Hausmüll. Sie können bei
einer Sammelstelle für Altbatterien bzw. Sondermüll abgegeben werden. Informieren Sie sich bei Ihrer Kommune.
(battery)
IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR THE UNITED KINGDOM
Connecting the Plug and Cord
IMPORTANT. The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus
may not correspond with the coloured makings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
Making sure that neither core is connected to the earth terminal
of the three pin plug.
• This applies only to products distributed by Yamaha-Kemble
Music (U.K.) Ltd.
BLUE : NEUTRAL
BROWN : LIVE
(standby)
(2 wires)
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PRECAUTIONS
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING
* Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
WARNING
Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious injury or even death from electrical
shock, short-circuiting, damages, fire or other hazards. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:
Power supply/AC power adaptor
• Only use the voltage specified as correct for the instrument. The required voltage
is printed on the name plate of the instrument.
• Use the specified adaptor (PA-5D, PA-150 or an equivalent recommended by
Yamaha) only. Using the wrong adaptor can result in damage to the instrument
or overheating.
• Check the electric plug periodically and remove any dirt or dust which may have
accumulated on it.
• Do not place the AC adaptor cord near heat sources such as heaters or radiators,
and do not excessively bend or otherwise damage the cord, place heavy objects
on it, or place it in a position where anyone could walk on, trip over, or roll
anything over it.
Do not open
• Do not open the instrument or attempt to disassemble the internal parts or
modify them in any way. The instrument contains no user-serviceable parts. If it
should appear to be malfunctioning, discontinue use immediately and have it
inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel.
Water warning
• Do not expose the instrument to rain, use it near water or in damp or wet
conditions, or place containers on it containing liquids which might spill into
any openings. If any liquid such as water seeps into the instrument, turn off the
power immediately and unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. Then have the
instrument inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel.
• Never insert or remove an electric plug with wet hands.
Fire warning
• Do not put burning items, such as candles, on the unit.
A burning item may fall over and cause a fire.
If you notice any abnormality
• If the AC adaptor cord or plug becomes frayed or damaged, or if there is a
sudden loss of sound during use of the instrument, or if any unusual smells or
smoke should appear to be caused by it, immediately turn off the power switch,
disconnect the adaptor plug from the outlet, and have the instrument inspected
by qualified Yamaha service personnel.
CAUTION
Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of physical injury to you or others, or damage
to the instrument or other property. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:
Power supply/AC power adaptor
• When removing the electric plug from the instrument or an outlet, always hold
the plug itself and not the cord.
• Unplug the AC power adaptor when not using the instrument, or during
electrical storms.
• Do not connect the instrument to an electrical outlet using a multiple-connector.
Doing so can result in lower sound quality, or possibly cause overheating in the
outlet.
Battery
• Always make sure all batteries are inserted in conformity with the +/- polarity
markings. Failure to do so might result in overheating, fire, or battery fluid
leakage.
• Always replace all batteries at the same time. Do not use new batteries together
with old ones. Also, do not mix battery types, such as alkaline batteries with
manganese batteries, or batteries from different makers, or different types of
batteries from the same maker, since this can cause overheating, fire, or battery
fluid leakage.
• Do not dispose of batteries in fire.
• Do not attempt to recharge batteries that are not intended to be charged.
• When the batteries run out, or if the instrument is not to be used for a long time,
remove the batteries from the instrument to prevent possible leakage of the
battery fluid.
• Keep batteries away from children.
• If the batteries do leak, avoid contact with the leaked fluid. If the battery fluid
should come in contact with your eyes, mouth, or skin, wash immediately with
water and consult a doctor. Battery fluid is corrosive and may possibly cause
loss of sight or chemical burns.
Location
• Do not expose the instrument to excessive dust or vibrations, or extreme cold or
heat (such as in direct sunlight, near a heater, or in a car during the day) to
prevent the possibility of panel disfiguration or damage to the internal
components.
• Do not use the instrument in the vicinity of a TV, radio, stereo equipment, mobile
phone, or other electric devices. Otherwise, the instrument, TV, or radio may
generate noise.
• Do not place the instrument in an unstable position where it might accidentally
fall over.
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• Before moving the instrument, remove all connected adaptor and other cables.
• When setting up the product, make sure that the AC outlet you are using is easily
accessible. If some trouble or malfunction occurs, immediately turn off the
power switch and disconnect the plug from the outlet. Even when the power
switch is turned off, electricity is still flowing to the product at the minimum
level. When you are not using the product for a long time, make sure to unplug
the power cord from the wall AC outlet.
• Do not place objects in front of the instrument’s air vent, since this may prevent
adequate ventilation of the internal components, and possibly result in the
instrument overheating.
Handling caution
• Do not insert a finger or hand in any gaps on the instrument.
• Do not place vinyl, plastic or rubber objects on the instrument, since this might
discolor the panel or keyboard.
• Do not rest your weight on, or place heavy objects on the instrument, and do not
use excessive force on the buttons, switches or connectors.
• Do not use the instrument/device or headphones for a long period of time at a
high or uncomfortable volume level, since this can cause permanent hearing
loss. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, consult a
physician.
Connections
• Before connecting the instrument to other electronic components, turn off the
power for all components. Before turning the power on or off for all components,
set all volume levels to minimum. Also, be sure to set the volumes of all
components at their minimum levels and gradually raise the volume controls
while playing the instrument to set the desired listening level.
Saving data
Backing up your data
• Saved data may be lost due to malfunction or incorrect operation. Save the
important data to your computer. For information on sending the data, see page
36.
Maintenance
• When cleaning the instrument, use a soft, dry cloth. Do not use paint thinners,
solvents, cleaning fluids, or chemical-impregnated wiping cloths.
Yamaha cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper use or modifications to the instrument, or data that is lost or destroyed.
Always turn the power off when the instrument is not in use.
When using a power adaptor, even when the power switch is in the “STANDBY” position, electricity is still flowing to the instrument at the minimum level. When you are not
using the instrument for a long time, make sure you unplug the AC power adaptor from the wall AC outlet.
Make sure to discard used batteries according to local regulations.
The illustrations and LED displays as shown in this owner’s manual are for instructional purposes only, and may appear somewhat different from those on
your instrument.
● COPYRIGHT NOTICE
This product incorporates and bundles computer programs and contents in which Yamaha owns copyrights or with respect to which it has license
to use others’ copyrights. Such copyrighted materials include, without limitation, all computer software, style files, MIDI files, WAVE data, musical
scores and sound recordings. Any unauthorized use of such programs and contents outside of personal use is not permitted under relevant laws.
Any violation of copyright has legal consequences. DON’T MAKE, DISTRIBUTE OR USE ILLEGAL COPIES.
Copying of the commercially available musical data including but not limited to MIDI data and/or audio data is strictly prohibited except for your
personal use.
● Trademarks
• The company names and product names in this Owner’s Manual are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
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Congratulations!
Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha DD-65/YDD-60.
The DD-65/YDD-60 has been developed to
respond and play like a drum set—
but with greater ease, flexibility and sophisticated functions.
Before you use the instrument, we recommend that
you carefully read through this manual.
Main features
The DD-65/YDD-60 is a sophisticated yet easy-to-use instrument with the following features and functions.
■ Select and play 254 different percussion sounds
A wide variety of percussion voices is available, letting you play different sounds when you
hit the pads—for example, changing a pad to play a snare, tom, conga or even special sound
effects, such as a door slam or a lion’s roar.
■ Select and play 100 different Songs
The 100 songs include Demos, Drum patterns and Fill in patterns. You can mute the individual
parts and play the muted part on the pads and pedals yourself.
■ Record your own performance
Up to five of your performances can be saved to this instrument, and these songs can be played
in the same manner as the preset songs.
● Supplied accessories
• Drum Stick (x2)
• Foot Pedal 1 & 2
• Owner’s Manual
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Contents
Main features ........................................................6
Setting Up8
Power Requirements ............................................8
Panel Controls10
Playing the Demo Song12
Adjusting the volume...........................................12
SONG VOLUME .................................................12
Play the Pads/Pedals13
Pad Names .........................................................13
Setting the Hand Percussion ON/OFF................14
Lock the Hand Percussion ON............................14
Selecting a Drum Kit and play it..........................15
Assigning Voices to Individual Pads and Pedals
and saving to a Custom Kit (“
Setting the Reverb ON/OFF................................17
Setting the Reverb type ......................................17
Setting the Pad Sensitivity ..................................18
Setting the Click ON/OFF ...................................19
Setting the Time Signature of the Click...............19
Playing the recorded song ..................................29
Song Clear ..........................................................29
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Setting Up
Be sure to do the following operations BEFORE turning on the power.
Power Requirements
Although the instrument will run either from an optional AC adaptor or batteries, Yamaha recommends use of an AC adaptor whenever possible. An AC adaptor is more environmentally friendly
than batteries and does not deplete resources.
Using an AC Power Adaptor
q Make sure that the power of the instrument
is off (display shows no indications).
WARNING
• Use the specified adaptor (PA-5D, PA-150, or an equivalent
recommended by Yamaha) only. The use of other adaptors
may result in irreparable damage to both the adaptor and the
instrument.
w Insert the six new alkaline batteries, being
careful to follow the polarity markings on
the side of the compartment.
w
e
Adaptor
AC outlet
w Connect the AC adaptor to the power supply jack.
e Plug the AC adaptor into an AC outlet.
CAUTION
• Unplug the AC Power Adaptor when not using the instrument, or during electrical storms.
•Never interrupt the power supply (e.g. remove the batteries
or unplug the AC adaptor) during any DD-65/YDD-60 record
operation! Doing so can result in a loss of data.
• Even when the instrument is turned off, electricity is still
flowing to the instrument at the minimum level.
When you are not using the instrument for a long time, make
sure you unplug the AC power adaptor from the wall AC outlet.
Using Batteries
q Open the battery compartment cover located
on the instrument’s bottom panel.
e Replace the compartment cover, making
sure that it locks firmly in place.
CAUTION
•Never connect or disconnect the AC power adaptor when the
power is on and the batteries are installed. Doing so will turn
the power off.
For battery operation the instrument requires six 1.5V
“C” size, LR14 or equivalent batteries. (Alkaline batteries are recommended.) When battery power
becomes too low for proper operation, the volume
may be reduced, the sound may be distorted, and
other problems may occur. When this happens, make
sure to replace all batteries, following the precautions
listed below.
CAUTION
• Use alkaline batteries for this instrument. Other types of batteries (including rechargeable batteries) may have sudden
drops of power when battery power becomes low.
• Make sure to install the batteries with the proper orientation,
maintaining the correct polarity (as shown). Incorrect battery
installation may result in heat, fire and/or leaking of corrosive chemicals.
• When the batteries run down, replace them with a complete
set of six new batteries. NEVER mix old and new batteries.
Do not use different kinds of batteries (e.g. alkaline and manganese) at the same time.
• If the instrument is not to be in use for a long time, remove
the batteries from it, in order to prevent possible fluid leakage from the battery.
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Setting Up
other MIDI instrument
Connecting headphones (PHONES/OUTPUT Jack)
The DD-65/YDD-60 speakers are automatically shut
off when a plug is inserted into this jack. The
PHONES/OUTPUT jack also functions as an external
output.
You can connect the PHONES/OUTPUT jack to a
keyboard amplifier, stereo system, mixer, tape
recorder, or other line-level audio device to send the
instrument’s output signal to that device.
WARNING
•Avoid listening with the headphones at high volume for long
periods of time; doing so may not only result in ear fatigue, it
may be damaging to your hearing.
CAUTION
•To prevent damage to the speakers, set the volume of the
external devices at the minimum setting and turn power off
the devices before connecting them. Failure to observe these
precautions may result in electric shock or equipment damage. Also, be sure to set the volumes of external devices at
their minimum levels and gradually raise the volume controls
while playing the instrument to set the desired listening
level.
voices as well. Connect the supplied Pedal 1 to the
PEDAL 1 jack and Pedal 2 to the PEDAL 2 jack.
NOTE
• Make sure that the pedal plugs are properly connected to the PEDAL jacks before turning on the
power.
Using the MIDI Terminals
The instrument also features MIDI terminals, allowing you to interface the instrument with other MIDI
instruments or computers. (For more information, see
page 30.)
NOTE
• MIDI cables (sold separately) must be used for connecting to MIDI devices. They can be bought at music
stores, etc.
• Always use a high-quality MIDI cable to connect MIDI
OUT to MIDI IN terminals. Never use MIDI cables
longer than about 15 meters, since cables longer than
this can pick up noise which can cause data errors.
Connecting an audio source (AUX IN Jack)
This jack is for connection to an external audio
source. You can play the instrument with backing
music and accompaniment, like playing with a full
band. Adjust the input level from the volume control
of the external audio source for optimum balance.
Connecting Pedals 1 and 2
Pedal 1Pedal 2
These jacks for connection of the Pedal 1 or Pedal 2
footswitches. These pedals can be used simultaneously play the drum set’s hi-hat pedal or bass drum
voices—or they can also be assigned to play other
Turn on the power
Turn down the volume by turning the [MASTER
VOLUME] control to the left and press the
[STANDBY/ON] switch to turn on the power. Press
the [STANDBY/ON] switch again to turn the power
off.
CAUTION
• Even when the switch is in the “STANDBY” position, electricity is still flowing to the instrument at the minimum level.
When you are not using the DD-65/YDD-60 for a long time,
make sure you unplug the AC power adaptor from the wall
AC outlet, and/or remove the batteries from the instrument.
•Never interrupt the power supply (e.g. remove the batteries
or unplug the AC adaptor) during any record operation on
the instrument! Doing so can result in a loss of data.
• While the data is being recorded (“-”appears and moves from
left to right on the display), never interrupt the power supply
(e.g., remove the batteries or unplug the AC adaptor). Doing
so can result in a loss of data.
DRUM PAD x 8 .......................................... 13
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001
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● Front Panel
Indicates the song number when power is turned on.
● Rear Panel
CAUTION
Panel Controls
• Since speakers are built into the DD65/YDD-60, you should be careful to
never leave any video tapes, cassette
@0@1@2@3@4@5
Pedal 2Pedal 1
tapes, floppy disks or any kind of
magnetic storage media on the
panel—doing so may result in data
loss or damage to the items. Also
avoid using the DD-65/YDD-60 near a
television or computer monitor, since
interference may result.
• Use the sticks with caution. Do not
use them for anything other than playing the instrument. Also, to avoid
damage or injury, refrain from waving
them recklessly or throwing them.
● Drum Sticks
Rear Panel
@0 [DC IN 12V] (AC Adaptor) jack .................. 8
When connected, these pedals can be used
simultaneously play the drum set’s hi-hat pedal
or bass drum voices—or they can also be
assigned to play other voices as well. Connect
the supplied Pedal 1 to the PEDAL 1 jack @4 and
Pedal 2 to the PEDAL 2 jack @3.
CAUTION
• Make sure that the pedal plugs are properly connected
to the PEDAL jacks before turning on the power.
• Do not press the pedals while turning the power on.
Doing this changes the recognized polarity of the
pedal, resulting in reversed pedal operation.
•Avoid using the pedals directly on a soft floor, since
they may scratch the surface of the floor.
•Avoid getting caught in or tripping over the pedal
cords; this may cause the instrument to fall and result
in damage or injury.
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Playing the Demo Song
The DD-65/YDD-60 features several demonstration songs (001–005), specially created
to show you the dynamic possibilities of the instrument.
1Turn on the power.
Turn on the [STANDBY/ON] switch on.
CAUTION
• Even when the switch is in the “STANDBY” position, electricity is still flowing to
the instrument at the minimum level. When you are not using the DD-65/YDD-60
for a long time, make sure you unplug the AC power adaptor from the wall AC
outlet, and/or remove the batteries from the instrument.
2Start the Demo Song.
Press the [DEMO] button and the demo song starts playing.
3Stop the Demo Song.
Decreases
the overall
volume.
SGL
Increases
the overall
volume.
To stop playback, press the [DEMO] button again or press the
[START/STOP] button.
● Adjusting the volume
Turn the [MASTER VOLUME] control.
● SONG VOLUME
The SONG VOLUME can be used to adjust the balance
between the song accompaniment and your own performance on the pads.
Enter the Function mode by pressing the [FUNCTION]
button, then press the [DRUM 1] or [DRUM 2] button a
number of times until the “SGL” item appears. The current
Song volume appears when it is released.
To raise the value, turn the DIAL to the right (clockwise),
and to lower it, turn the DIAL to the left (counter-clockwise). Volume range is from 0 to 127.
Exit from the Function mode by pressing the [FUNCTION]
button.
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NOTE
• The [DRUM 1] and [DRUM 2] buttons change the selected
order of the function item.
Play the Pads/Pedals
Strike the pad with the supplied drum sticks or your hands to play the drum voices.
When playing the pads with your hands, turn the Hand Percussion feature on by pressing the [HAND PERC.] button (the lamp lights).
The volume of the pads’ sounds responds to your playing; when you play soft the volume is soft, and when you play strongly the volume is loud.
The actual loudness of the sound may vary according to which part of the pad is
struck.
Pad Names
Small Pad 1
113:
Crash
Cymbal Stereo 1
Small Pad 2
100:
Closed Power 1
A hi-hat sound is assigned to Small Pad 2 (Drum
Kit 1). Striking Small Pad 2 while pressing Pedal
2 produces a closed hi-hat sound.
Striking the Pad 2 without pressing the pedal
produces an open hi-hat sound.
Pad 2
52: Tom Power 6
Hi-Hat
Pad 1
21: Snare Power 1
● Ex. shown, Drum Kit 1
Pad 3
54: Tom Power 4
Small Pad 4
119:
Cymbal Stereo
Pad 4
56: Tom Power 2
Small Pad 3
116:
Ride Cymbal
Stereo 2
Splash
Pedal 2
101: Hi-Hat Pedal Power
Press Pedal 2 to control the Hihat. (This is in the case of Drum
Kit 1.)
NOTE
• When using Pedal
2, touch response
does not function.
Pedal 1
3: Bass Drum Power Closed
Pedal 1 features touch response; the
volume responds to how hard you
press the pedal.
NOTE
• If your pressing of the
pedal is too slow or soft,
there may be no sound.
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Play the Pads/Pedals
Setting the Hand Percussion ON/OFF
You can play the pads of the instrument either with the supplied sticks or with your hands. Press and
set the following button when you play the instrument with your hands.
1Press the [HAND PERC.] button.
Hand Percussion on
When you press the [HAND PERC.] button, the button’s lamp lights,
and the pad sensitivity is automatically adjusted for optimum playing
by hand. At the same time, an appropriate song (059) and drum kit(37)
are automatically called up.
When Hand Percussion is off, Song (001) and drum kit (01) are automatically called up.
NOTE
• Be sure to strike the pads only with your hands when HAND PERCUSSION is on, since the sensitivity is automatically set to appropriate level for
hand playing.
Lock the Hand Percussion ON
If you perform on the instrument solely with your hands, we recommend that you use this operation
to lock the Hand Percussion so that it is always on. This protects the instrument from being inadvertently changed during your performance.
Press and hold
LOC
1Make sure that Hand Percussion is set to on (the
lamp is lit).
2Set the Hand Percussion Lock to ON.
Press and hold the [HAND PERC.] button until “LOC” appears on the
display.
3To turn off Hand Percussion Lock, press and hold
the [HAND PERC.] button until the “LOC” is no
longer shown on the display.
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Play the Pads/Pedals
Selecting a Drum Kit and play it
The instrument allows you to choose from 50 different Drum Kits (1–50: see the “Drum Kit List”
page 41) quickly and easily. 50 of the kits have preset voice combinations that will be set to the pads
and pedals when the kit is selected.
Select some different kits and try playing them.
The instrument also has three Custom Drum Kits allowing you to assign the desired voices to the
eight pads or two pedals (see “Assigning Voices to Individual Pads and Pedals and saving to a Custom Kit (“
CO1– CO3
”)” page 16).
1Press the [KIT] button.
When you press the [KIT] button, the currently selected Drum Kit
1
number appears on the display.
1C01250C03
2Select a Drum Kit Number.
Turn the DIAL to select a Drum Kit number. Drum Kit numbers will
increase as the DIAL is turned to the right (clockwise), and decrease
as the DIAL is turned to the left (counter-clockwise).
NOTE
•Drum Kit number 1 is normally selected when the power is turned on.
• The “ CO1– CO3” Drum Kit are the Custom Kit.
* Custom Kits are those that you’ve assigned the desired voice to each
pad and pedal, then saved the entire assignments as a kit. (See “Assigning Voices to Individual Pads and Pedals and saving to a Custom Kit
(“
CO1– CO3
”)” page 16.)
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Assigning Voices to Individual Pads and Pedals and saving to a Custom Kit (“
The instrument contains a total of 254 high quality drum sounds plus 25 drum phrases (see the
“Drum Voice List” page 38)—and you can assign these freely to each of the 8 drum pads and 2 pedals. Try assigning some different voices and save your own “CO1– CO3” Custom Drum Kits.
NOTE
• Custom Kit “ CO1– CO3” and “ 01” drum kit contents are the same until modified (see the
“Drum Kit List” page 41).
CO1– CO3
1Press the [ASSIGN] button.
CO1
When you press the [ASSIGN] button, the button’s lamp lights, and
“C01” appears on the display.
2Turn the dial and select a Custom Kit “CO1–CO3”
for saving.
CO3CO2CO1
”)
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3Select a pad or pedal to be assigned.
Strike any pad one time (or press a pedal), and the currently assigned
voice number for that pad/pedal is shown in the display.
4Select a Voice Number.
You can select the voice by repeatedly striking the pad or repeatedly
pressing the pedal (while listening to the voice), or by turning the
DIAL.
● Striking the pad or pressing the pedal to select a voice.
Every time the pad is struck or a pedal is pressed, voice numbers will
increase by a value of one (1). In this method, you can hear and select
an assigned voice.
● Using the DIAL to select a voice.
Turn the DIAL to the right (clockwise), and voice numbers will
increase. Turn the DIAL to the left (counter-clockwise), and voice
numbers will decrease.
See the “Drum Voice List” on page 38.
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Repeat the previous steps 3 and 4 for any or all of the pads and pedals.
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● R
5Save to a Custom kit.
Press the [ASSIGN] button to save to a Custom kit (the lamp will be
CO1
off).
To cancel the saving, simply press the [KIT], [SONG] or [DEMO]
button.
After you’ve assigned the voice, the instrument will automatically be
set to the assigned custom kit.
You can now play the voice you have assigned to the pad/pedal.
Setting the Reverb ON/OFF
Different depths of the DD-65/YDD-60’s reverb effect can be added to the DD-65/YDD-60’s overall
sound.
Lamp is on
rbt
1Press the [REVERB] button.
When you press the [REVERB] button the button’s lamp lights, and
the ambience of a room or concert hall is added to the sound.
2To turn Reverb off, press the [REVERB] button
again. (Make sure that the lamp is not lit.)
Setting the Reverb type
1Enter the Reverb type setting function.
Press the [FUNCTION] button once, then press the [DRUM 1] or
[DRUM 2] button a number of times until the “rbt” item appears.
The currently selected Reverb type number appears next to the “rbt”
indication.
2Change the reverb type by turning the DIAL.
everb type List
No.Reverb TypeNo.Reverb Type
1Hall 16Stage 1
2Hall 27Stage 2
3Hall 38Plate 1
4Room 19Plate 2
5Room 210Off
3Press the [FUNCTION] button to exit from the
Function mode.
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Setting the Pad Sensitivity
The instrument allows you to custom-set the sensitivity of the pads (range 0–2).
When set to a value of 2, the pad sensitivity is the highest, providing the most dynamic range for
your playing (softest to loudest volume).
1Enter the Pad Sensitivity setting function.
Press the [FUNCTION] button once, then press the [DRUM 1] or
[DRUM 2] button a number of times until the “SGL” item appears.
After a while, the current Sensitivity value appears next to the “SGL”
SnS
indication.
2Set the Sensitivity.
To raise the value, turn the DIAL to the right (clockwise), and to lower
it, turn the DIAL to the left (counter-clockwise).
NOTE
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• Default value is 1.
3Exit from the Function mode by pressing the
[FUNCTION] button.
About the Pad Sound Mechanism
Each time you strike a pad, the sensor which is located at the bottom of the pad triggers an electronic signal and makes
a drum sound.
If you strike a pad too strongly, nearby sensors may also respond to the hit and trigger unwanted sounds. The DD-65/
YDD-60 is set to ignore weak signals from the pads in order to prevent inadvertent, unwanted sounds. However, this
may result in problems when intentionally striking two pads simultaneously. If one pad is struck strongly and the other
weakly, the pad struck weakly may not sound (even though you want it to).
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To solve this, you can change the DD-65/YDD-60 settings or alter your playing technique (as described below).
● Striking two pads simultaneously results in one of the pads not sounding.
→ Set the pad sensitivity level to 2. This may solve the problem if you strike one of the pads weakly.
→ Better yet, take care to strike both pads with equal force.
● Striking one pad results in other pads also sounding, even though they were not
struck.
→ Set the pad sensitivity level to 0. With this setting, pads that are not struck are effectively kept from
responding to strong hits on nearby pads.
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