Yamaha DTXpress/DTXplorer/DTXtreme

--- In DTXpress@yahoogroups.com, "jonddf" <jonddf@a...> wrote:
> Hi everbody. I'm a new member on DTXPRESS residing in Leeds, UK. 
I've been checking out this group lately and thought it was about 
time to join, particularly as I'm seriously thinking about getting an 
electronic kit. I've been drumming since school (way back!) and my 
>two sons are interested, with the eldest(17) now playing in a band. 
>The DTX2 appeals to me because you appear to get a lot for the 
price. 
> Also - and this is only my opinion - I think the DTX sounds better 
> and is more playable than Roland V drums. I've played both down at 
> the local drum stores and the Yamaha seems to sound and feel 
> better......but I guess I'm preaching to the converted here! Any 
> comments people might have would be gratefully received. Also, has 
> anyone any thoughts on DTX2 pricing policy in view of the 
forthcoming release of DTX3? A DTX2 can be had for £725 here in
the 
UK - a bargain in my opinion. Look forward to your comments.
> JonD

Thanks for the welcoming comments. 
Regarding the DTX3 - from pictures I've seen on Japanese 
websites (check out: http://www.gakki.com/shop3/yamaha_dtx.html) it 
looks like there are four models in the range, the Standard, Standard 
Plus, Special and Special Plus with the 'Standard' looking very 
similar to the DTX2 although I guess the brain module will be new. 
I'll certainly be checking out the availability of the DTX2 in light 
of what you say and look forward to further discussion with DTX 
members.........Merry Christmas to one and all! 
> Leeds, UK