My two cents: I've had a similar experiences with the hi-hat function as the rest of you. The response being limited to either open, closed or splash took a little while to get used to but wasn't anything annoying or difficult. I've also gotten some nice effects when "surprised" by the sudden open/closed sounds produced when not keeping firm pressure on the pedal. The only disadvantage I experienced was with how easily a splash sound was produced when trying to keep steady time on the pedal...but like most annoyances on the DTXpress it was simple enough to work around. I split my time between the electronic kit (for apartment practicing) and an acoustic kit (for band rehearsals) and I've discovered that although there are major differences between playing the two different animals, the single largest effect is a positive one, which is just how much more natural my playing has gotten from being able to play the electronic kit whenever I get the urge instead of having to decide between not playing and/or playing very very softly (and unnaturally). Also, I tend to play the electronic kit more softly and smoothly than the acoustic kit - since I don't have to "pull" the sounds out of them and this translates into a much more easy feeling on the acoustic kit. All in all I am very pleased with the DTXpress and just as a side note - the sounds from this kit are largely dependent on the type of amp/headphones you use. I tried the kit out at the store with headphones & an amp and was pleased with the sounds but I LOVE the sounds I get through my headphones at home....so, if you're less than thrilled with the sounds, try another pair of headphones. ...still waiting to get into the recording phase with the kit though...... ----Original Message Follows---- From: Gpcollins7@... Reply-To: DTXpress@onelist.com To: vcrmac@..., DTXpress@onelist.com Subject: Re: [DTXpress] RE: Hi-hat not where it's at. Date: Sat, 29 Jan 2000 19:48:00 EST From: Gpcollins7@... Well from my view point and still being new to the kit, I am mightily impressed with the hi hat function. My set up is still pretty much 'out of the boxes' with no tweaks as yet, and my foot and hand combination has worked just fine so far. Ah, the joy of the sticks in hand after 15 years away - thanks Yamaha! Cheers Graham --------------------------- ONElist Sponsor ---------------------------- Looking for the lowest refinance rate for your mortgage? GetSmart.com can help. We'll help you find the loan you need - quick, easy, and FREE click <a href=" http://clickme.onelist.com/ad/GetSmartRefinance ">Click Here</a> ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Community email addresses: Post message: DTXpress@onelist.com Subscribe: DTXpress-subscribe@onelist.com Unsubscribe: DTXpress-unsubscribe@onelist.com List owner: DTXpress-owner@onelist.com Shortcut URL to this page: http://www.onelist.com/community/DTXpress ______________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free Email at http://www.hotmail.com
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Re: RE: Hi-hat not where it's at.
2000-02-01 by x x