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Safety Instructions

Everyone involved with the installation, operation and maintenance of this device must:
- Be qualified
- Be skilled
- Have read the instructions in this user manual
- Be sure that neither the device nor the included accessories are damaged. Should the device or the 
included accessories be damaged, please contact your dealer for more information.
- Ensure that the device is in good working condition and safe to operate. Please follow the advice and 
instructions as they are described in this user manual.

Damage caused by misuse and/or modifications made to the device are not covered by the warranty.
This device does not contain any parts that need to be repaired or replaced by the user. Should maintenance
or repairs be necessary, they must be handled by a qualified technician.

Important information regarding health and safety:

- Do not remove any labels or stickers from this device.
- Do not leave any cables lying around.
- The device should not be opened up, and any hardware or software that may be present should not be 
modified.
- To achieve optimal performance, inputs on this device should not be fed with a signal higher than 
necessary.
- The device should only be used indoors; contact with moisture, water and rain should always be avoided. 
Do not place any objects containing liquids on top of the device.
- Remove the device from any nearby flames or heat sources; do not place it near flammable fluids, gasses 
or objects.
- Disconnect this device from the power supply if it will not be used for a longer period of time, if maintenance
is necessary, or if the device needs to be cleaned.
- Do not pull on the cable to remove a connector, as this could cause damage.
- Do not use any cables other than the ones described in this manual. Do not use defective cables. Please 
contact your dealer if the included or necessary cables do not function properly with this device.
- In the event that the device is exposed to extreme temperature changes (e.g. transported through a cold 
outdoor environment into a warm indoor environment), it should not be turned on until it has reached room 
temperature. This is necessary to prevent moisture from forming in the device, which could lead to electric 
shocks.

Guidelines and operation of this device:

- This device is intended for indoor use by adults.
- This device is not suitable for use by children, and should always be operated by an adult.
- This device should only be used in a suitable environment where no damage to the device can occur. Do 
not use the device in moist or dusty environments such as:

- indoor swimming pools where chlorine is used
- beaches where there is sand and salt
- outdoors
- indoors in spaces where intense heat sources are present, or where it reaches temperature levels 

that would be considered uncomfortable for a person
- Avoid impacts and collisions during use and transport. Do not transport the device while it is in use. Avoid 
using excessive force when installing and operating the device.
- The user should become familiar with the functions of this device before using it.

All information and illustrations shown in this user manual are subject to change without further notice.

User manual version: 1.0

Creation date + author initials: 07-05-2020 RV Revision date + author initials: 

WARNING!

Keep this device away from moisture, water and rain to avoid the chance of electric shocks.

Summary of Contents for DDK-120

Page 1: ...rum Kit User Manual All information and illustrations shown in this user manual are subject to change without further notice User manual version 1 0 Creation date author initials 07 05 2020 RV Revision date author initials ...

Page 2: ...Frame 1x Central Cable Loom 1x Kick Drum Pedal with Mesh Head Trigger 1x Hi Hat Pedal 1x Drum Key 1x Quick Start Guide 1x Assembly Instruction Book Check the electronic drum kit and any included accessories If you notice that the drum kit or any included accessories are defective or have been damaged in transit immediately contact your retailer Please note The products seen in the images included ...

Page 3: ...he device needs to be cleaned Do not pull on the cable to remove a connector as this could cause damage Do not use any cables other than the ones described in this manual Do not use defective cables Please contact your dealer if the included or necessary cables do not function properly with this device In the event that the device is exposed to extreme temperature changes e g transported through a...

Page 4: ...d technician if you are unsure about the state of the device Check the device and the screws for corrosion Corrosion must not be present on this device Contact your dealer or a qualified technician if you find any corrosion on the screws Every power and signal connector should be securely mounted Do not use the device if the connectors are not secure Avoid dust and dirt build up Clean the device o...

Page 5: ...ed pair of headphones The headphone output can be found on the back of the drum module Master volume The Master volume control determines the main volume and can be linked to a PA speaker system or mixer using specific outputs 2 Navigation Buttons Using the navigation buttons it s possible to select certain fields or parameters shown on the display before adjusting these via the plus and minus but...

Page 6: ...p Faders The Group faders are used to adjust the volume ratios of the various drum sounds to your preferences 11 Song Play Section The Song Play section includes multiple controls that can be used to start and stop backing tracks and make recordings What each one does SONG Select this function to select a song or access the song related settings Play Pause Press this button to start or pause the p...

Page 7: ...r such as a pad controller or MIDI keyboard More information about this found further in the manual 6 MIDI OUT The 5 pin MIDI output can be used to convert the triggered sounds of the pads and mesh heads into a MIDI signal and then sent to an external device More information about this found further in the manual 7 USB MIDI Via the USB B port the drum module can be connected directly to a computer...

Page 8: ...pand the DDK 120 with a fourth tom not included All information and illustrations shown in this user manual are subject to change without further notice User manual version 1 0 Creation date author initials 07 05 2020 RV Revision date author initials ...

Page 9: ... to access which relevant function The buttons and the rotary knob The buttons and the rotary function similarly and can be used to adjust parameters values and settings Turning the knob clockwise or pressing the button increases a value while turning the knob anti clockwise or pressing the button decreases the value Using the rotary knob you can adjust settings and scroll through menus quickly wh...

Page 10: ...ssign a different sound to and it will apear on the display Head and rim indicators indicate if the settings apply to the rim or head It s also possible to use the navigation buttons to select the triggers and sounds Adjusting the pad volume Press F3 while in the main menu to access the Volume interface a menu including the sound balance of each of the triggers Here you can not only change the vol...

Page 11: ...parameter The following parameters can be adjusted Parameter Value Description Sensitivity 0 31 Set the sensitivity of the pads triggers for the optimum playing feel Threshold 0 31 Only activate the trigger when a minimum value has been reached Curve Linear Linear curve where the strength at which the trigger is struck determines the volume of sample EXP1 EXP2 Exponential curve where EXP2 gives th...

Page 12: ... the other way around It s therefore possible to set the value so that a light touch will play back the sample at full volume Head Rim adj 0 80 It can happen that when the rim is struck the main drum sound is unintentionally triggered This can happen due to the vibrational transference of the strike Experiment with the Head Rim value to hit the right balance but be aware that when set to a high va...

Page 13: ...lected trigger pad Room interface The room interface is used to select one of five possible room size presets To create a natural sound response these presets simulate the effect of smaller and larger rooms as if you were using an acoustic drum kit Reverb interface Parameter Value Description Reverb type 8 types Reverb type selection Reverb level 0 127 Reverb level Reverb time 0 127 Set the reverb...

Page 14: ...ected USB stick Please note this function deletes all files saved on the storage device Following the formatting the drum module will create a folder in which exportable and savable files will be stored Coach interface The Coach interface is a virtual drum coach that can help you improve your drumming skills Here you ll also find a special warm up mode to get you in the groove before you start pra...

Page 15: ...16 Set the measure Quiet 1 2 4 Set the number of quiet moments This can never be more than half of the selected measure and will always be the second half of the measure Random ON OFF Random mode with random amount for quiet moments after start All information and illustrations shown in this user manual are subject to change without further notice User manual version 1 0 Creation date author initi...

Page 16: ... Drum module features 25 accompaniment songs with individually mute able instruments 25 preset kits sound database with 423 versatile sounds to create custom kit presets group faders to adjust the volume balance extremely extensive user settings for the optimal playing experience extensive data exchange with traditional MIDI gear and USB MIDI devices Hardware four legged frame with circular tubes ...

Page 17: ... 240V AC 50 60 Hz operating voltage 12V DC 2A via included power supply net weight 23 5 kg gross weight 28 kg surface dimensions assembled kit approx 130 x 75cm excl drum throne approx 130 x 100cm inc drum throne box dimensions 880 x 75 x 280mm General system notifications All information and illustrations shown in this user manual are subject to change without further notice User manual version 1...

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