Yamaha DTXpress/DTXplorer/DTXtreme

--- In DTXpress@yahoogroups.com, "jimmymagee10" <jimmymagee10@y...> 
wrote:
> I want to record a drum track using DTXPRESS II into Cakewalk Sonar 
> 2.
> What cable is it best to use for this? The 'To Host' or Midi cable? 
> How does latency compare?

Jimmy,

Other people who use Sonar and/or the To Host connection may be able 
to amplify my answers, but I'll give you a start. I think Midi is the 
way to go if you have a sound card that permits it. Latency shouldn't 
be a factor. Adjust it in the sequencer according to your computer's 
resources.

> Then when it's recorded can I then edit each drum part individually 
> with Sonar? Or do I have to download a plugin for it? How does this 
> all work?

You should be able to edit without any additional software.
 
> The manual doesn't explain which one is best and how they work.
> I wish the manual had mentioned more about all this.

The manual leaves a lot to be desired. 
 
> I read somewhere that the To Host can be plugged into USB is this 
> true? What about USB 2?

I don't think so. USB may be the wave of the (near) future when it 
comes to dumping, downloading, and sequencing, but the To Host cable 
is a serial connection, unless I'm missing something. 

> One last question.. where can I get the To Host cable from if 
that's what I need.

Good question; they don't seem to be in abundant supply. You might be 
able to get one, or order one, from a Yamaha dealer or the Yamaha 
online store. You'll also need to download the driver from the Yamaha 
site. As I said, Midi is the most convenient way to go, if you can.

Ed