Yamaha DTXpress/DTXplorer/DTXtreme

Hello Jelmer and welcome to the group.  The subject of
amplifying the DTXpress is one that there have been a
lot of posts on, and there are many views on what is
the best.  If you are just using it a home, some
people amplify it through their home stereo system. 
At the other end of the options is a full sound
system, with many options in between.  As a first step
to hear some of the different options, try searching
the archive for amp or amplifier - you'll find many
options and opinions.  Walt
--- jempen85 <jempen85@...> wrote:
> Hi!!!!
> 
> I will first introduce myself, my name is Jelmer
> Jonkman and I am 16 
> years old, 2 months ago I got the DTXpress for my
> birthdaay!!!! Jeeez 
> I was overloaded!! But now I have a little problem!!
> I am tyred of 
> having always that lousy headphone on my head. So I
> seemed me very 
> cool to have some Boxes connected. I really like to
> know wich kind 
> amplifier I need.
> 
> Yours Sincerly, Jelmer Jonkman 
> 
> (The Netherlands) Ya now the drugs paradise for
> americans..... hahaha.
> 
> 


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Hello Everyone

I wanted to let everyone know that I just bought a new amplifier for 
my Dtxpress. 
I decided to get the Behringer KX1200 and seems to work well so far. 
I did not had the pleasure of trying the Roland KC500, so I am not 
sure if to compare both of them. Volume seems good, very good base 
amd highs. 
Just wanted to send some feedback. A while back when I posted the 
question about amplification no responses came from the Behringer.... 

Thanks


Daniel

Any reccommendations on an affordable amp for my DTX IV?
Perry

--- In DTXpress@yahoogroups.com, "Perry Norsworthy" <foxwilds@...> wrote:
>
> Any reccommendations on an affordable amp for my DTX IV?
> Perry
>

Perry,

Are you looking for just an amp, or amp/speaker?  

Keith.

--- In DTXpress@yahoogroups.com, Perry Norsworthy <foxwilds@...> wrote:
>
> Amp speaker
> 
> Perry

Perry,

I use one of these:

http://www.thomann.de/gb/the_box_pa502a_aktives_fullrangesystem.htm

Keyboard amp/speakers are often recommended with the Behringer KX1200
being one of the cheapest.  There are some Peavey fans out there as well.

A discussion earlier may offer some alternatives:

http://launch.groups.yahoo.com/group/DTXpress/message/13469

Keith.

Hi Perry
I use 2 yamaha msr400's... They are 400 watts and cost used about $450 each. This also allows me to use a Yorkville ps210px sub woofer as well. on our rig we have a tascam we use for recording and everything goes into it and is mixed right there then it goes out to the sub woofers and then to the msr400 powered speakers. This allows us to have stereo drums(and guitar) which can be a very interesting effect!

I would have used mackie or yorkville or osb or any of the popular brands, it was the price that drew me to this system(used msr400 and used ps210px locally) Music shops like Long & mcQuade rent these things out by the dozens and will sooner or later put them out for sale used. These powered speakers can be found with lower wattage. I saw 100 watt and 75 watt units for much less... even a set of computer speakers(really low wattage) could be used too if you're low on cash! You just need a plug that will convert 1/4" to 1/8" to match up the plugs.
ttfn
Tom


Amplifier
Posted by: "Perry Norsworthy" foxwilds@...   perrynorsworthy
Fri Sep 26, 2008 3:43 am (PDT)

Any reccommendations on an affordable amp for my DTX IV?
Perry




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--- In DTXpress@yahoogroups.com, Tom Watson <palomineo@...> wrote:
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> Hi Perry
>even a set of computer speakers(really low wattage) could be used too
> if you're low on cash! 

I did my first [small] gig with some Logitech Z-2300 speakers: 120W on
the sub-woofer, 80W on the satellite speakers.  I didn't get any
complaints!

Keith.

Keith
Yeah no need to blow the neighbors through the roof with 400 watts
.... yet! lol ... Not until they steal the yard gnomes!
Tom

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I did my first [small] gig with some Logitech Z-2300 speakers: 120W on
the sub-woofer, 80W on the satellite speakers. I didn't get any
complaints!

Keith.


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Any suggestions for  an amplifier for my DTXPress II and IV. Looking
for something under $400 for band practice. Is 12" speaker ok or will
I need a 15"

Perry

I have used, and highly recommend , a Behringer3000FX

--- On Fri, 1/16/09, Perry Norsworthy <foxwilds@...> wrote:

From: Perry Norsworthy <foxwilds@...>
Subject: [DTXpress] Amplifier
To: DTXpress@yahoogroups.com
Date: Friday, January 16, 2009, 1:16 PM






Any suggestions for an amplifier for my DTXPress II and IV. Looking
for something under $400 for band practice. Is 12" speaker ok or will
I need a 15"

Perry

I have used, and highly recommend, a Behringer 3000FX,  It's a keyboard amp that pumps out an awesome 300 watts of power, believe me you wont need that much, but it's good to have.  You can get one for under $300. if you shop around.  I have used it as a stand alone when we do shows that are too small for our large p.a. and have never had any complaints.  Going thru your groups p.a. is an option as long as it can push out the power you need to get your high and lows. you have to pound this into some 'musicians' heads as they seem to think that they know what they have is good enough untill you blast their woffers out.  Try everything that is suggested to you as some will not provide the bottom thump we all look for from our kick drum.  Guitar center carries some good amps that they usually will let you carry to their drum room and plug in to try.  Amps made for electronic drums such as Roland amps are good but are priced way too high for most,
 Behringer gives you all you need for half the price !  Good luck and get back if you have more questions...

--- On Fri, 1/16/09, Perry Norsworthy <foxwilds@...> wrote:

From: Perry Norsworthy <foxwilds@sbcglobal.net>
Subject: [DTXpress] Amplifier
To: DTXpress@yahoogroups.com
Date: Friday, January 16, 2009, 1:16 PM






Any suggestions for an amplifier for my DTXPress II and IV. Looking
for something under $400 for band practice. Is 12" speaker ok or will
I need a 15"

Perry

Thanks,
 
I'm off to guitar center tomorrow.
 
Best Regards,
Perry

--- On Fri, 1/16/09, Tableshooter2003 <tableshooter2003@...> wrote:

From: Tableshooter2003 <tableshooter2003@...>
Subject: Re: [DTXpress] Amplifier
To: DTXpress@yahoogroups.com
Date: Friday, January 16, 2009, 5:22 PM











I have used, and highly recommend, a Behringer 3000FX,  It's a keyboard amp that pumps out an awesome 300 watts of power, believe me you wont need that much, but it's good to have.  You can get one for under $300. if you shop around.  I have used it as a stand alone when we do shows that are too small for our large p.a. and have never had any complaints.  Going thru your groups p.a. is an option as long as it can push out the power you need to get your high and lows. you have to pound this into some 'musicians' heads as they seem to think that they know what they have is good enough untill you blast their woffers out.  Try everything that is suggested to you as some will not provide the bottom thump we all look for from our kick drum.  Guitar center carries some good amps that they usually will let you carry to their drum room and plug in to try.  Amps made for electronic drums such as Roland amps are good but are priced way too high for most,
 Behringer gives you all you need for half the price !  Good luck and get back if you have more questions...

--- On Fri, 1/16/09, Perry Norsworthy <foxwilds@...> wrote:

From: Perry Norsworthy <foxwilds@...>
Subject: [DTXpress] Amplifier
To: DTXpress@yahoogroups.com
Date: Friday, January 16, 2009, 1:16 PM




Any suggestions for an amplifier for my DTXPress II and IV. Looking
for something under $400 for band practice. Is 12" speaker ok or will
I need a 15"

Perry

Hey Mick,
 
Just looking for a stand alone amp for my drums. Tired of playing with headphones or through the pa. Something to hopefully compete with those guitar players who love 11 on their amp.
 
Best Regards,
Perry

--- On Fri, 1/16/09, M McLean <micklean@...> wrote:

From: M McLean <micklean@...>
Subject: Re: [DTXpress] Amplifier
To: DTXpress@yahoogroups.com
Date: Friday, January 16, 2009, 5:04 PM


Hi Perry!

What do you use for amplification normally?  I mean in your "workspace" or on "gigs".  I'm confused with the "band practice" thing.

Out
Mick


Perry Norsworthy wrote: 


Any suggestions for an amplifier for my DTXPress II and IV. Looking
for something under $400 for band practice. Is 12" speaker ok or will
I need a 15"

Perry



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--- In DTXpress@yahoogroups.com, Perry Norsworthy <foxwilds@...> wrote:
>
> Hey Mick,
>  
> Just looking for a stand alone amp for my drums. Tired of playing 
>with headphones or through the pa. Something to hopefully compete with 
>those guitar players who love 11 on their amp.

Perry,

I would suggest a 12" 2 way powered speaker for practice, 3 way 15"
for gigging.  I have a 15" but for weekly practice I would like
something smaller and lighter.  My 15" is a bi-amped 2 way and I would
say lacks a little mid range, although top & bottom end are good -
hence my suggestion of a three way.  For gigging, get as much power as
you can for the bass.  It doesn't seem to matter how much power you
have, you can still clip the bass amp if you like some rock "punch".

Keith.

Thanks Keith,



Picked up a Behringer K3000FX. Seems to do the job. Even had to turn down the bass volume on the padal a little bit.



Best Regards,

Perry

--- On Tue, 1/20/09, Keith <keith@...> wrote:

From: Keith <keith@...>
Subject: [DTXpress] Re: Amplifier
To: DTXpress@yahoogroups.com
Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2009, 3:00 AM

--- In DTXpress@yahoogroups.com, Perry Norsworthy <foxwilds@...> wrote:
>
> Hey Mick,
>  
> Just looking for a stand alone amp for my drums. Tired of playing 
>with headphones or through the pa. Something to hopefully compete with 
>those guitar players who love 11 on their amp.

Perry,

I would suggest a 12" 2 way powered speaker for practice, 3 way 15"
for gigging.  I have a 15" but for weekly practice I would like
something smaller and lighter.  My 15" is a bi-amped 2 way and I would
say lacks a little mid range, although top & bottom end are good -
hence my suggestion of a three way.  For gigging, get as much power as
you can for the bass.  It doesn't seem to matter how much power you
have, you can still clip the bass amp if you like some rock "punch".

Keith.


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--- In DTXpress@yahoogroups.com, Perry Norsworthy <foxwilds@...> wrote:
>
> Thanks Keith,
> 
> 
> 
> Picked up a Behringer K3000FX. Seems to do the job. Even had to turn
down the bass volume on the padal a little bit.
> 

Perry,

and you have the equaliser on the K3000FX so you could balance the
mid-range if you find it a bit low.  The DTXpress allows you to boost
the bass and treble but not reduce either, nor boost the mid-range, so
some sort of EQ on the amp/speaker is handy.

Keith.

You betcha! Sorry about that. Been playing with it and I see what you mean. The only thing I cant seem to get is the Hi hat sound better. Everything else is good to go. Tried changing levels on the HH but still a little limp. But still happy though. 
 
Best Regards,
Perry

--- On Tue, 1/20/09, Keith <keith@...> wrote:

From: Keith <keith@...>
Subject: [DTXpress] Re: Amplifier
To: DTXpress@yahoogroups.com
Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2009, 6:30 AM

--- In DTXpress@yahoogroups.com, Perry Norsworthy <foxwilds@...> wrote:
>
> Thanks Keith,
> 
> 
> 
> Picked up a Behringer K3000FX. Seems to do the job. Even had to turn
down the bass volume on the padal a little bit.
> 

Perry,

and you have the equaliser on the K3000FX so you could balance the
mid-range if you find it a bit low.  The DTXpress allows you to boost
the bass and treble but not reduce either, nor boost the mid-range, so
some sort of EQ on the amp/speaker is handy.

Keith.


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--- In DTXpress@yahoogroups.com, Perry Norsworthy <foxwilds@...> wrote:
>
> You betcha! Sorry about that. Been playing with it and I see what
you mean. The only thing I cant seem to get is the Hi hat sound
better. Everything else is good to go. Tried changing levels on the HH
but still a little limp. But still happy though. 

Perry,

You might just need to select a different hi-hat voice.  I found a
similar thing - when I used one speaker system I picked a nice hi-hat
sound but it sounded totally different when I got my larger PA speaker
system and so had to find one that suited that better.

Keith.