Yamaha DTXpress/DTXplorer/DTXtreme

--- In DTXpress@y..., "jimbosharp72" <jimbosharp@t...> wrote:
>I added a Pintech concertcast snare with the mesh head. I found that 
the response for snare was just what I needed. I moved the snare 
TP60 to the ride cymbal position and function. This make a much better 
ride than the PCY60 Cymbal pads! This gave me two crashes. And since I 
really didn't need the rim function on the snare, I added an extra 
TP60 for accessory sounds, cowbell, woodblock, tambourine, handclaps 
etc.
I changed one crash for A PCY80s so I have two sounds and a choke 
function for one crash. The limitation is not pad types, but inputs.
With stereo pads, you can get more sounds if you need them. If I 
decide I need to use the rim function of my dual-zone snare pad, I 
would have to give up a crash or accessory pad.
But I would definately suggest a real or mesh head snare pad, at least 
10". You will, however, need to use a snare stand. The dtxpress rack 
is not beefy enough to hold a snare pad like this!

Scott  

I'm looking to add to the basic old DTXpress setup, and purchase an 
> extra pad & lead. I'd just like some opinions on whether to stick 
> with a Yammy pad, stereo, cymbal or whatever, or whether there are 
> better, cheaper, 100% compatible options.
> As ever, your help is gratefully appreciated,
> 
> Cheers,
> 
> Welsh Thunder.