Yamaha DTXpress/DTXplorer/DTXtreme

--- In DTXpress@yahoogroups.com, "wzk283" <mark_davies@n...> wrote:
> Does anybody know if the Rolland PD-80R Will work with the DTXpress 
> III in the snare input

Hi Mark,

Welcome. In principle, it "works," although you'd have to split the 
rim trigger to input 9/10. That said, however, we've had varying 
reports about how well it works. Some people are satisfied with the 
head's response, and others complain that Yamaha's lack of an input- 
sensitivity adjustment severely limits dynamic range on the softer 
end. The rim apparently does not trigger loudly enough, possibly 
because of the rubber trim or the position of the piezo. The head 
response could be helped with the insertion of a 250k pot, but the 
rim may not be curable. The Hart option also might have problems. If 
you have your heart set on a mesh snare, why not consider a Pintech 
ConcertCast rather than the Roland? You'll save a lot of money, and 
you'll get a quality piece of equipment, not to mention excellent 
customer support. The Pintech rim works fine through the Yamaha DTXP, 
and if you find the sensitivity too hot, you can always insert the 
pot. Many people, however, are content with it just as it is.

Ed