Yamaha DTX550K Electronic Drum Kit
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With a new snare pad, a movable hi-hat, and 427 high-quality sounds, the Yamaha DTX550K electronic kit is the perfect choice at home or on the stage.
Overview
The compact configuration of the DTX550K is centered on the Snare, Hi-Hat and Ride Cymbal, three of the core components of any drum kit. With an amazing feel and a diverse array of functions, the DTX550K comes with an impressive range of sounds that make it an ideal choice, whether practicing at home or performing live on stage.
Features
- Newly-developed 10-inch "XP100SD" DTX-PAD Snare pad.
- Movable Hi-Hat ("HS650A" Hi-Hat stand included).
- "PCY135" and "PCY155" 3-zone choke-capable Cymbal pads used as Crash (13 inch) and large size Ride (15 inch) Cymbals.
- A diverse range of 427 carefully chosen high-quality internal sounds.
- Strong, compact "RS85A" Rack, equipped with a ball clamp that allows the Snare pad to be set to exactly the right angle.
- 12 trigger inputs allow you to connect additional Toms and Cymbals to create your own original kit configurations.
Newly-developed DTX-PAD Snare
As the focal point of the drum kit, the DTX550K features a newly-developed DTX-PAD Snare, the "XP100SD". In developing this drum pad we set out to do more than just offer a drumhead that plays like an acoustic drum. We worked with top musicians to find out exactly how the feel of a drum encourages a drummer to keep playing. DTX-PAD is the result of this collaboration, and features a "Textured Cellular Silicone Head" with an air bubble configuration optimized to give it the perfect response for continuous play and subtle stickwork.
- Natural, comfortable feel that's perfect for… read more performing on stage or practicing at home.
- Astonishingly quiet, making home practice easy.
- Proven durability.
- Floating construction offers the sensitivity required for a broad dynamic range while remaining vibration-free.
- 3-zone construction for open and closed rimshots.
- Easy tuning and snappy adjustment thanks to a conveniently located pad control.
Precision and Clarity in Motion
A great Hi-Hat is a crucial part of any drum kit, and the DTX550K is no exception. With the "RHH135" moving-type Hi-Hat, you can play the most nuanced of passages with precision and clarity.
- Comes with "HS650A" Hi-Hat stand.
- Footsplash capable.
- "RHH135" integrated pad and controller provides natural feel when performing.
- 2-zone construction features separate pad and edge zones, allowing you to play in a broad range of styles.
- Extremely quiet.
Carefully-Chosen High-quality Sounds
Contained within the compact body of the module "DTX500" are 427 carefully-chosen sounds, created by a tone generator that handles both subtly nuanced Snare-work and dynamic, powerful drum strokes with ease.
- 50 preset drum kits have been carefully chosen to cover a diverse range of genres, including rock, funk, jazz, reggae, and latin.
- Stores up to 20 original drum kits.
- On-board high quality digital reverb.
Practice, Enjoy, Improve
The module "DTX500" offers a suite of comprehensive training functions to help you improve your drumming. The combination of a realistic Hi-Hat with the DTX-PAD's natural feel provides an enjoyable practice experience that's difficult to beat.
- 63 internal practice tunes in a diverse range of genres. Mute drum parts to enjoy the feeling of playing along with a band, just as if you were live on stage.
- An AUX IN jack lets you connect a CD player or an MP3 player to the module "DTX500" to practice with your favorite tunes.
- High-quality click function that lets you customize rhythm and tone settings as much as you like.
- Challenging groove-check and rhythm-gate functions that let you enjoy practice and develop your timing.
- Recording functions that let you capture your own performances and listen to them over again to improve your technique. read less
Features
- Newly-developed 10-inch "XP100SD" DTX-PAD Snare pad.
- Movable Hi-Hat ("HS650A" Hi-Hat stand included).
- "PCY135" and "PCY155" 3-zone choke-capable Cymbal pads used as Crash (13 inch) and large size Ride (15 inch) Cymbals.
- A diverse range of 427 carefully chosen high-quality internal sounds.
- Strong, compact "RS85A" Rack, equipped with a ball clamp that allows the Snare pad to be set to exactly the right angle.
- 12 trigger inputs allow you to connect additional Toms and Cymbals to create your own original kit configurations.
Newly-developed DTX-PAD Snare
As the focal point of the drum kit, the DTX550K features a newly-developed DTX-PAD Snare, the "XP100SD". In developing this drum pad we set out to do more than just offer a drumhead that plays like an acoustic drum. We worked with top musicians to find out exactly how the feel of a drum encourages a drummer to keep playing. DTX-PAD is the result of this collaboration, and features a "Textured Cellular Silicone Head" with an air bubble configuration optimized to give it the perfect response for continuous play and subtle stickwork.
- Natural, comfortable feel that's perfect for… read more performing on stage or practicing at home.
- Astonishingly quiet, making home practice easy.
- Proven durability.
- Floating construction offers the sensitivity required for a broad dynamic range while remaining vibration-free.
- 3-zone construction for open and closed rimshots.
- Easy tuning and snappy adjustment thanks to a conveniently located pad control.
Precision and Clarity in Motion
A great Hi-Hat is a crucial part of any drum kit, and the DTX550K is no exception. With the "RHH135" moving-type Hi-Hat, you can play the most nuanced of passages with precision and clarity.
- Comes with "HS650A" Hi-Hat stand.
- Footsplash capable.
- "RHH135" integrated pad and controller provides natural feel when performing.
- 2-zone construction features separate pad and edge zones, allowing you to play in a broad range of styles.
- Extremely quiet.
Carefully-Chosen High-quality Sounds
Contained within the compact body of the module "DTX500" are 427 carefully-chosen sounds, created by a tone generator that handles both subtly nuanced Snare-work and dynamic, powerful drum strokes with ease.
- 50 preset drum kits have been carefully chosen to cover a diverse range of genres, including rock, funk, jazz, reggae, and latin.
- Stores up to 20 original drum kits.
- On-board high quality digital reverb.
Practice, Enjoy, Improve
The module "DTX500" offers a suite of comprehensive training functions to help you improve your drumming. The combination of a realistic Hi-Hat with the DTX-PAD's natural feel provides an enjoyable practice experience that's difficult to beat.
- 63 internal practice tunes in a diverse range of genres. Mute drum parts to enjoy the feeling of playing along with a band, just as if you were live on stage.
- An AUX IN jack lets you connect a CD player or an MP3 player to the module "DTX500" to practice with your favorite tunes.
- High-quality click function that lets you customize rhythm and tone settings as much as you like.
- Challenging groove-check and rhythm-gate functions that let you enjoy practice and develop your timing.
- Recording functions that let you capture your own performances and listen to them over again to improve your technique. read less
Specs
Configuration
Trigger Module: DTX500
Rack System: RS85A
Pad Set: DTX-PAD:XP100SD (10-inch Snare Pad) x 1 DTP502 (PAD SET) includes: - PCY135 (3 zone cymbal pad) x 1 - PCY155 (3 zone cymbal pad) x 1 - RHH135 (2 zone Hi-Hat pad) x 1 - HS650A (Hi-Hat Stand) x 1 - KP65 (Kick Pad) x 1 - TP65 (Tom Pad) x 3
Size/Weight
Dimensions:
- Width: 252 mm (9-15/16")
- Height: 52 mm (2-1/16")
- Depth: 147 mm (5-13/16")
Weight: 898 g (2 lbs.)
Tone generator
Tone Generator: AWM2
Maximum polyphony: 32
Voices: 427 Drum, Percussion Voices, 22 Keyboard Voices
Drum Kit: Preset: 50, User: 20
Effects: Reverb x 19 types, Master EQ
Trigger
Trigger Setup: Preset: 7, User: 4
Pad songs: Start/Stop, Chase, Cut Off, 3 songs (max.) can be played simultaneously.
Pad Controller: Snares adjustment, Tuning, Tempo
Pad Functions: Drum Kit INC/DEC, Click Set INC/DEC, Tempo INC/DEC, Click ON/OFF
Sequencer
Note Capacity: Approx. 16,000 notes
Note resolution: 96 parts per quarter note
Song recording type: Real Time Replace
Song tracks: 1
Songs: 3 Demo Songs, 41 Practice Songs, 19 Pad Songs, 20 User Songs
Click
Tempo: 30-300 beats/minute, Tap Tempo function
Beat: 1-9
Timing: Accent, Quarter note, Eighth note, Sixteenth note, Triplet
Click Sound Sets: Preset: 6, User: 1
Click Sets: 30
Click Timer: 0-600 seconds (in 30-second steps)
Training Functions: Measure Break, Groove Check, Rhythm Gate
Other
Controllers: Buttons: DRUMKIT, CLICK, SONG Play/Stop, SHIFT, Cursor , ON/OFF, SAVE/ENTER
Controllers: Volume, Jog Dial
Display: 16 characters x 2 lines backlit LCD, 7-segment LED (3-digit), Tempo LED x 2
Connectors: Trigger inputs 1, 5, 6, 7 (stereo phone jack L: trigger input, R: rim switch) Trigger inputs 2, 3, 4, 8 (stereo phone jack L: trigger input, R: trigger input) HI HAT CONTROL (stereo phone jack) OUTPUT L/MONO, R (mono phone jack) PHONES (stereo phone jack), AUX IN (stereo mini jack) MIDI OUT, DC IN
Power Consumption: 8.0W (DTX500), 13.0W (DTX500 and AC power adapter)
Trigger Module: DTX500
Rack System: RS85A
Pad Set: DTX-PAD:XP100SD (10-inch Snare Pad) x 1 DTP502 (PAD SET) includes: - PCY135 (3 zone cymbal pad) x 1 - PCY155 (3 zone cymbal pad) x 1 - RHH135 (2 zone Hi-Hat pad) x 1 - HS650A (Hi-Hat Stand) x 1 - KP65 (Kick Pad) x 1 - TP65 (Tom Pad) x 3
Size/Weight
Dimensions:
- Width: 252 mm (9-15/16")
- Height: 52 mm (2-1/16")
- Depth: 147 mm (5-13/16")
Weight: 898 g (2 lbs.)
Tone generator
Tone Generator: AWM2
Maximum polyphony: 32
Voices: 427 Drum, Percussion Voices, 22 Keyboard Voices
Drum Kit: Preset: 50, User: 20
Effects: Reverb x 19 types, Master EQ
Trigger
Trigger Setup: Preset: 7, User: 4
Pad songs: Start/Stop, Chase, Cut Off, 3 songs (max.) can be played simultaneously.
Pad Controller: Snares adjustment, Tuning, Tempo
Pad Functions: Drum Kit INC/DEC, Click Set INC/DEC, Tempo INC/DEC, Click ON/OFF
Sequencer
Note Capacity: Approx. 16,000 notes
Note resolution: 96 parts per quarter note
Song recording type: Real Time Replace
Song tracks: 1
Songs: 3 Demo Songs, 41 Practice Songs, 19 Pad Songs, 20 User Songs
Click
Tempo: 30-300 beats/minute, Tap Tempo function
Beat: 1-9
Timing: Accent, Quarter note, Eighth note, Sixteenth note, Triplet
Click Sound Sets: Preset: 6, User: 1
Click Sets: 30
Click Timer: 0-600 seconds (in 30-second steps)
Training Functions: Measure Break, Groove Check, Rhythm Gate
Other
Controllers: Buttons: DRUMKIT, CLICK, SONG Play/Stop, SHIFT, Cursor , ON/OFF, SAVE/ENTER
Controllers: Volume, Jog Dial
Display: 16 characters x 2 lines backlit LCD, 7-segment LED (3-digit), Tempo LED x 2
Connectors: Trigger inputs 1, 5, 6, 7 (stereo phone jack L: trigger input, R: rim switch) Trigger inputs 2, 3, 4, 8 (stereo phone jack L: trigger input, R: trigger input) HI HAT CONTROL (stereo phone jack) OUTPUT L/MONO, R (mono phone jack) PHONES (stereo phone jack), AUX IN (stereo mini jack) MIDI OUT, DC IN
Power Consumption: 8.0W (DTX500), 13.0W (DTX500 and AC power adapter)
Documents and Manuals
For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 714-522-9011
Web: https://usa.yamaha.com/support
Phone: 714-522-9011
Web: https://usa.yamaha.com/support
Reviews
Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
(5 ratings)
Submitted November 6, 2010 by a customer from yahoo.com
"DTX550....think about what you really need."
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I am going to get the high end Yamaha kit...the dtx550 teases you with big perfomance and falls a little short (my fault..you get what you pay for..) This is a very very nice starter kit if you are possibly hesitant...but if not...go big guns and you will be very happy. Will probably use this kit for two years and then use it as a practice kit. Very much want to upgrade to the high end offering by Yamaha. This kit will make you want to have the nicer one...Not that the DTX550 is bad...it just gives you a taste of what Yamaha can do...dangit...lol
Sound
Really like the sound of this kit. All the sounds guys that have done sound since purchasing this kit were a little weary about it..but said they were pleasantly surprised afterward.
Features
The free hihat stand is kind of a joke because the seperate pedal and pad offered on cheaper kits feels and performs much better than the hihat setup on the DTX550 kit. The kick pedal does not like the iron cobra double kick pedal...tons of travel..use a drum amp to keep it in place.
Ease of Use
Tweaking is pretty easy. Wish i would have sucked it up and bought the higher end kit with individual volume controls on the controller...o well..
Quality
All the parts seem very nice. The only reason for not giving a 10 is that the bolts...if not tightened after gigs...will vibrate loose during transport and you will… read more lose washers and bolts. Very exciting.
Value
Its a nice kit for a reasonable price...I would suggest either buying the much higher priced option...or the roland with the seperate HiHat and pedal...it just seems to feel and work better...if thats a big part of your playing...The yamaha does sound better out of the box and has a less electronic tone than the comparable roland.
The Wow Factor
The snare is awsome..the cymbals are cool too. Other than that..its just an electronic drum kit.
Musical Background:
Active Musician
Musical Style:
Everything-cover band read less
Sound
Really like the sound of this kit. All the sounds guys that have done sound since purchasing this kit were a little weary about it..but said they were pleasantly surprised afterward.
Features
The free hihat stand is kind of a joke because the seperate pedal and pad offered on cheaper kits feels and performs much better than the hihat setup on the DTX550 kit. The kick pedal does not like the iron cobra double kick pedal...tons of travel..use a drum amp to keep it in place.
Ease of Use
Tweaking is pretty easy. Wish i would have sucked it up and bought the higher end kit with individual volume controls on the controller...o well..
Quality
All the parts seem very nice. The only reason for not giving a 10 is that the bolts...if not tightened after gigs...will vibrate loose during transport and you will… read more lose washers and bolts. Very exciting.
Value
Its a nice kit for a reasonable price...I would suggest either buying the much higher priced option...or the roland with the seperate HiHat and pedal...it just seems to feel and work better...if thats a big part of your playing...The yamaha does sound better out of the box and has a less electronic tone than the comparable roland.
The Wow Factor
The snare is awsome..the cymbals are cool too. Other than that..its just an electronic drum kit.
Musical Background:
Active Musician
Musical Style:
Everything-cover band read less
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