Yamaha DTXpress/DTXplorer/DTXtreme

Does anybody know if the Rolland PD-80R Will work with the DTXpress 
III in the snare input

--- 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

Thanks in will look into "Pintech ConcertCast" Look like a 10" Snare 
will be around 

I have not yet purchased my DTXPress III (not in UK for another few 
weeks)  Would you recommend buying just the DTXPRESS III Module and 
all "Pintech" meshheads or would the Yamaha rubber pads e fine as I'm 
a total begineer.

--- In DTXpress@yahoogroups.com, "wzk283" <mark_davies@n...> wrote:
> Thanks in will look into "Pintech ConcertCast" Look like a 10" 
Snare 
> will be around 
> 
> I have not yet purchased my DTXPress III (not in UK for another few 
> weeks)  Would you recommend buying just the DTXPRESS III Module and 
> all "Pintech" meshheads or would the Yamaha rubber pads e fine as 
I'm 
> a total begineer.

Mark,

I lean toward keeping the original kit intact. The module was made 
primarily for the rubber pads that come with it. Until you learn how 
to program, and what kinds of effects are possible with different 
settings, the attempt to integrate a mesh configuration with the 
DTXpress module could be a frustrating experience, seriously 
detracting from your ability to enjoy and learn. Follow the usual 
curve. Set the pads up, get acquainted with the factory kits, create 
your own, and gradually get a sense of what the instrument can do. 
Eventually, when you get the hang of it, and know enough about what 
you have and what alternatives are available, you can gradually add 
or replace as you see fit. I'm assuming that by "total beginner," you 
mean no previous experience on acoustic drums. If we knew a little 
bit more about your background and intentions (I realize that you're 
not proposing marriage to my daughter), various people could make 
recommendations about lessons, acoustic drums, etc. that may be 
relevant to your situation. At any rate, it's great to have you with 
us.

Ed

Thanks
Nice to be on board
> I lean toward keeping the original kit intact. The module was made 
> primarily for the rubber pads that come with it. Until you learn 
how 
> to program, and what kinds of effects are possible with different 
> settings, the attempt to integrate a mesh configuration with the 
> DTXpress module could be a frustrating experience, seriously 
> detracting from your ability to enjoy and learn. Follow the usual 
> curve. Set the pads up, get acquainted with the factory kits, 
create 
> your own, and gradually get a sense of what the instrument can do. 
> Eventually, when you get the hang of it, and know enough about what 
> you have and what alternatives are available, you can gradually add 
> or replace as you see fit. I'm assuming that by "total beginner," 
you 
> mean no previous experience on acoustic drums. If we knew a little 
> bit more about your background and intentions (I realize that 
you're 
> not proposing marriage to my daughter), various people could make 
> recommendations about lessons, acoustic drums, etc. that may be 
> relevant to your situation. At any rate, it's great to have you 
with 

> us.
> 
> Ed