Yamaha DTXpress/DTXplorer/DTXtreme

I need help.  I recently purchased the DTxpress 2.  The amp that I 
purchased is garbage.  What is the best amp to use for live 
performance?  Also, how can I connect to my laptop Compaq computer?  
Where can I find the cable? I am having problems.

--- In DTXpress@yahoogroups.com, "Christopher" 
<orlandohenderson@y...> wrote:
> I need help.  I recently purchased the DTxpress 2.  The amp that I 
> purchased is garbage.  What is the best amp to use for live 
> performance?  Also, how can I connect to my laptop Compaq 
computer?  
> Where can I find the cable? I am having problems.

Hi Orlando,

What kind of amp did you buy, and where do you play live? So far as 
connecting your DTXpress to a laptop is concerned, you'll need an 
external MIDI interface, one of the MIDIman units being the obvious 
choice. You can either make the connection via the laptop's printer 
port or via USB. The device will come with the appropriate software 
drive and, hopefully, the cable to the computer. You'll have to buy 
your own MIDI cables. Any brick and mortar music store worth its 
salt, like Guitar Center, or even some office supply stores will have 
what you need, as will just about any music webstore like Musicians 
Friend, zzounds,etc. Give us a little more info, and we'll give you 
some suggestions.

Ed

The amp I purchased is a Fender 150 Watts.

--- In DTXpress@yahoogroups.com, "liberatusvirus" 
<liberatusvirus@y...> wrote:
> --- In DTXpress@yahoogroups.com, "Christopher" 
> <orlandohenderson@y...> wrote:
> > I need help.  I recently purchased the DTxpress 2.  The amp that 
I 
> > purchased is garbage.  What is the best amp to use for live 
> > performance?  Also, how can I connect to my laptop Compaq 
> computer?  
> > Where can I find the cable? I am having problems.
> 
> Hi Orlando,
> 
> What kind of amp did you buy, and where do you play live? So far as 
> connecting your DTXpress to a laptop is concerned, you'll need an 
> external MIDI interface, one of the MIDIman units being the obvious 
> choice. You can either make the connection via the laptop's printer 
> port or via USB. The device will come with the appropriate software 
> drive and, hopefully, the cable to the computer. You'll have to buy 
> your own MIDI cables. Any brick and mortar music store worth its 
> salt, like Guitar Center, or even some office supply stores will 
have 

> what you need, as will just about any music webstore like Musicians 
> Friend, zzounds,etc. Give us a little more info, and we'll give you 
> some suggestions.
> 
> Ed

--- In DTXpress@yahoogroups.com, "Christopher" 
<orlandohenderson@y...> wrote:
Regarding, live performance,  probably the best system available for 
small gigs and monitoring  is the Roland PM-3  very good quality, 
stereo sound but somewhat expensive(circa $700) also ideal for using 
at home at low volumes. But if you need power then you will need a 
high quality/high output Keyboard amp or run it through a full range 
PA (i.e. You will need excellent Bass and High end response to get an 
accurate drum sound).   I have only recently got my DTXpressII and 
want to try it at our next gig  (Nov 3rd) so I am going for the PM-3  
and lining that out through the PA if its required. But I must stress 
that our band isn't that loud and we have a great PA. The PM-3  
wouldn't be suitable on its own for a large gig.

regards.Ralph
> I need help.  I recently purchased the DTxpress 2.  The amp that I 
> purchased is garbage.  What is the best amp to use for live 
> performance?  Also, how can I connect to my laptop Compaq 
computer?  
> Where can I find the cable? I am having problems.

--- In DTXpress@yahoogroups.com, "Christopher" 
<orlandohenderson@y...> wrote:
> The amp I purchased is a Fender 150 Watts.

The Fender, I assume, is a guitar amp, which wouldn't be ideal for 
the DTXpress. As Ralph says, a keyboard amp is far more suitable 
because it can do justice to the wide frequency response of an e-drum 
kit. The Roland PM-3 is a good option for practice and small 
(emphasis on small) venues, but any setting remotely large and 
crowded will require a PA. Yamaha is poised to offer two e-drum 
monitoring systems of its own, on the order of the PM-3, next month--
a $300 satellite/ subwoofer combo and a $600 satellite/subwoofer 
combo. If you can avoid Roland prices, you'll be doing yourself a big 
favor. If you want more detailed suggestions, clear some time and run 
a search of this site's archives under "amp." Ultimately, you want to 
get the largest woofer or subwoofer (preferably 12" or 15") and the 
most power that your wallet can afford; pushing more air requires 
more power--and not just to play loudly. A big amp with the 
appropriate power supply to drive it will also sound better when 
played at less-than-ear-shattering levels. Your ears will love you 
for it. But don't be discouraged if you can't break the bank. Despite 
the sonic compromises, a 10" woofer and modest power may be perfectly 
acceptable for home and live monitoring. Personally, I'm willing to 
bet the impending Yamahas will be winners.

Ed

--- Christopher wrote:
> I need help...

I really have gotta pull my finger out with this document...

B-(

Stewart

I keep sending post and they are never to be see again. What going on?

--- In DTXpress@yahoogroups.com, "Steve Schaefer" <sschaefer50@...> wrote:
>
> I keep sending post and they are never to be see again. What going on?
>

Steve,

I can see one attempted post by you logged as "Bounced message: Not a
member".  I am not sure what this means - hopefully one of the other
moderators will chip in with an explanation.  My guess is that it was
to do with the yahoo email address you used to try to send a message,
which  you have now changed.  However, this message has got through
and so hopefully the problem is sorted.  You may find a delay in them
appearing because the first few posts of a new member are moderated to
keep out the spammmers.

Keith (trainee moderator).

Thanks Keith Can you send me those Bounced messages so I can re-post them? ... -- Steve Schaefer Those who give up liberty for the sake of security deserve

--- In DTXpress@yahoogroups.com, "Steve Schaefer" <sschaefer50@...> wrote:
>
> Thanks Keith
> 
> Can you send me those "Bounced messages" so I can re-post them?

Steve,

All I can see is a log telling me it has been bounced - not the actual
message.  If you sent it via an email program you may have a copy in
your SENT folder.

Keith.