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The tempo can be adjusted in 35 steps, from 40
to 280 beats per minute (bpm). The steps are
shown in the LED display as values from 01 to
35. The default tempo varies according to Auto
Rhythm Style.

To adjust the tempo:

1. Press the TEMPO button to enter the

Tempo mode.

The currently selected Tempo value appears
in the LED display and the right Tempo dot
lights.

You have approximately three seconds after
releasing the TEMPO button to start adjust-
ing the tempo setting before the DD-20
returns to Auto Rhythm Style mode.

2. Press the TEMPO button repeatedly or

turn the SELECTOR dial until the desired
tempo value appears in the LED display.

The tempo values only cycle forward when
you press the TEMPO button.

The SELECTOR dial turns either clockwise
or counterclockwise and the tempo values
cycle up or down accordingly.

The range of available tempos is from 40 to
280 bpm. You can change the current tempo
while any Auto Rhythm Style is playing.

The DD-20 features a Tap Start function that
sets the overall tempo depending on how fast
you strike the percussion pads. This is an
advanced feature that is very useful for coordi-
nating your playing tempo with the selected
Auto Rhythm Style tempo.

To set the tempo with Tap Start:

1. Press the TAP START button to enter the

Tap Start mode.

The left Tempo dot flashes at the current
tempo indicating that you are in Tap Start
standby mode.

To cancel the Tap Start mode, press the TAP
START button again.

2. Strike any percussion pad

three or four times depending
on the time signature of the
selected Auto Rhythm Style.

3. Playback of the currently

selected Auto Rhythm Style will start at
the desired tempo right after the third or
fourth strike on the percussion pad.

4. To stop playback, press the START/STOP

button.

To stop playback and enter Tap Start standby
mode, press the TAP START button.

Tap Start

LED display Tempo Dots

The DD-20 has two tempo lights in the top of the LED display. During Auto Rhythm Style playback, the two
lights flash in a specific pattern so you can keep the beat easily.
The tempo lights flash as follows:

1st Beat

2nd Beat

3rd Beat

4th Beat

1st measure

2nd measure

OR

Tempo

OR

TEMPO

TEMPO

SELECTOR 

TAP 

START

TAP 

START

START/

STOP

Summary of Contents for DD-20S

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual ...

Page 2: ...apable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss DO NOT operate for long periods of time at a high volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears you should consult an audiologist IMPORTANT The louder the sound the shorter the time period before damage occurs NOTICE Service charges incurred due to a lack of knowled...

Page 3: ...cord place heavy objects on it or place it in a posi tion where anyone could walk on trip over or roll anything over it When removing the electric plug from the instrument or an outlet always hold the plug itself and not the cord Do not connect the instrument to an electrical outlet using a multiple connector Doing so can result in lower sound quality or possibly cause overheating in the outlet Un...

Page 4: ...owner of a power ful new musical instrument capable of inspiring and fueling your musical creativity This is not just another digital per cussion instrument The DD 20 is the result of passion vision and commitment from people who want you to enjoy yourself every time you play it We re sure you ll agree as you discover the limitless possibilities of your new digital percus sion instrument Keep this...

Page 5: ...interference if it is placed too close to radio or television receivers If interference occurs move the DD 20 farther away from the affected receiver s Cleaning the DD 20 Use only a soft dry or slightly damp cloth to clean the DD 20 Never use solvents or thinners to clean the instrument Avoid Power Cord Damage Do not place the DD 20 where somebody is liable to step on trip over or crush the power ...

Page 6: ...tremely quick way to adjust the Percussion Set Pad Assignment Auto Rhythm Style Tempo and Sound Effect sets Refer to each section appropriately for details Front View Side View STYLE list The Style list is on the front panel for easy reference Supplied Accessories Percussion Sticks SOUND EFFECT pads The DD 20 has four Sound Effect pads featuring a total of 16 realistic sound effects Operating butt...

Page 7: ... may seriously damage the percussion pad sensors WARNING CAUTION HEADPHONES AUX OUT DC IN 10 12V _ DC IN 10 12V _ Use ONLY the Yamaha PA 3B PA 3C AC Power Adaptor or other adaptor specifically recommended by Yamaha to power your instrument from the AC mains The use of other adaptors may result in irreparable damage to both the adaptor and the DD 20 2 Insert six 6 1 5 V AA R 6 SUM 3 or equivalent b...

Page 8: ... different combinations of four voices Percussion Set P1 is automatically selected when the power is turned on To give you an idea of the DD 20 s sophisti cated capabilities it comes with a demonstration song To play back the demonstration song 1 Press the DEMO button 2 To stop playback press either the DEMO button again or the START STOP button You can begin playing the DD 20 s percussion pads as...

Page 9: ...ld either the Qor WPAD ASSIGN button The currently assigned voice number is shown in the LED display 3 While holding either PAD ASSIGN button strike the same percussion pad repeatedly or turn the SELECTOR dial until the desired voice number appears in the LED display See the Voice List on page 13 Voice numbers cycle from 00 to 54 to 00 when striking the percussion pad The QPAD ASSIGN button decrea...

Page 10: ...he overall tempo depending on how fast you strike the percussion pads This is an advanced feature that is very useful for coordi nating your playing tempo with the selected Auto Rhythm Style tempo To set the tempo with Tap Start 1 Press the TAP START button to enter the Tap Start mode The left Tempo dot flashes at the current tempo indicating that you are in Tap Start standby mode To cancel the Ta...

Page 11: ...urrent Auto Roll setting will appear in the LED display for approximately 3 seconds 2 Select an effect from the list next to the AUTO ROLL button and press the AUTO ROLL button in succession until the desired effect setting appears in the LED display The Auto Roll OFF setting is automatically selected when the power is turned on The Auto Roll function may produce unexpected effects or not produce ...

Page 12: ... default voices have replaced the desired voices Use the PAD ASSIGN function to program the desired voices again When the percussion pads are struck the LED display goes dark momentarily and then changes to the default reading 00 The batteries are low and should be replaced immediately Percussion pads 4 touch sensitive SE pads 4 Percussion sets 9 preset 1 custom Auto Rhythm Styles 100 Instrument a...

Page 13: ...right Percussion Set List Type No Voice 00 Bass Drum 1 Normal Bass Drums 01 Bass Drum 2 Heavy 02 Bass Drum 3 Electric 03 Snare 1 Normal 04 Snare 2 Heavy Snare Drums 05 Snare Reverse 06 Snare 3 Electric 07 Rim Shot 08 Tom Hi 09 Tom Low Toms 10 E Tom 1 Hi 11 E Tom 1 Low 12 E Tom 2 13 Hi Hat Closed 1 Hi Hats 14 Hi Hat Open 1 15 Hi Hat Closed 2 16 Hi Hat Open 2 17 Ride Cymbal Cymbals 18 Crash Cymbal 1...

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Page 15: ...ument Division Yamaha Corporation 2003 Yamaha Corporation WB43360 304PO 01A0 Printed in Malaysia Yamaha PK CLUB Portable Keyboard Home Page English only http www yamahaPKclub com Yamaha Manual Library http www2 yamaha co jp manual english ...

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