BEHRINGER / RD-6-GP Analog Drum Machine

Analog drum machine with 8 drum sounds, 16-step sequencer and distortion effects

Features

・A drum machine that uses authentic analog circuits

・Faithfully reproduces the original circuit that uses matched transistors

・8 original drum sounds with mix parameters and global accent functions

・Reproduces the clap sound of the legendary drum machine

・16-step drum sequencer that can switch between 32 patterns in real time and is very easy to use

・Rhythm patterns can be edited as songs of up to 250 bars

・Distortion circuit adds spice and edge to the sound

・16 step buttons with LED indicators that support intuitive rhythm pattern creation

・11 controllers and 26 switches allow real-time access to all parameters

・Equipped with MIDI and USB terminals for synchronization and connection to external devices

・The synchronization target device can be selected from USB, MIDI, clock, and internal, allowing flexible synchronization with external devices

About RD-6
◆RD-6
RHYTHM DESIGNER The RD-6 is a drum machine with eight unique drum sounds and a 64-step sequencer that allows you to quickly and easily create grooves as you imagine. From beginners to professional musicians, the RD-6 will be a powerful weapon to step up your drum sound.

◆Masterpiece Rejuvenated
The RD-6 was designed with attention to detail. The classic drum machine of the past has been revived with a timeless new design, realizing new possibilities for beat making. The RD-6 also takes a fresh and modern approach, utilizing legendary sounds while also fusing them with new equipment. It is truly an analog beat making monster that reproduces the scorching hi-hats, punchy bass drums, and that clap sound to take your rhythm performance to the next level!

◆Complete Control
The RD-6 is equipped with a 64-step drum sequencer that can switch between 32 rhythm patterns in real time. You can build songs on the fly and edit them freely. You can also freely mix the eight drum sounds by adjusting the dedicated level knob. The RD-6 also features a venerable distortion circuit. Turn it on and adjust the amount and tone of distortion to add spice and edge to your sound. Each rhythm pattern can also be edited as a song of up to 256 bars. This allows you to create 8 minutes and 30 seconds of beats that are perfect for jamming without stopping the groove.

◆USB Control
A USB terminal for synchronization and MIDI trigger has been added to connect the RD-6 to modern equipment. This allows you to control the RD-6 with a DAW, etc., and you can freely switch songs and patterns and trigger individual sounds.

◆The Numbers
The RD-6 has 11 knobs and 26 buttons functionally laid out for intuitive beat making. The input and output terminals are equipped with separate voice out terminals for open/closed hi-hat, clap, cymbal, low tom, high tom, snare, and bass drum. Start/stop can also be controlled with a foot pedal. It also has a USB port that can be connected to a DAW, and 5-pin MIDI in, out, and through terminals, making it easy to connect to modern devices. ■Specifications
◆Analog drum machine

■Voices
Number of tones: 8
・Type: Analog
・Number of simultaneous notes: 8
■Voice control
・Accent: Level
・Bass drum: Level
・Snare drum: Level
・Low tom, high tom: Level
・Cymbal, clap: Level
・Open hat, closed hat: Level
■Connectivity
・Power input: DC input connector
・Power switch: Push button on/off
・USB (MIDI): USB 2.0, Type B
・MIDI in, out/through: 5-pin DIN x 2
・Start/stop: 1/4 inch TS x 1
・Mix out: 1/4 inch TS x 1, unbalanced, 1kΩ impedance
・Voice out: 1/8"" TS x 6, unbalanced, 100Ω impedance
・Sync in/out: 1/8"" TRS x 2 (tip is clock, ring is start message) 2.5V or higher
・Trigger out: LT and HT+15 V x 2, 1PPS/24PPQ/48PPQ 50%, pulse length, 2PPQ narrow pulse length

Phone: 1/8"" TRS x 1, stereo, 15Ω impedance

USB: USB class compliant USB 2.0, Type B

Supported OS: Windows 7 and later, Mac OS X 10.6.8 and later

Pattern/Number of saved patterns: 2 x 16 patterns

Steps: 16 steps

Power adapter: 9V DC, 670 mA

Power consumption: Max. 2W

Indicator: Power LED

Recommended operating environment

Operating temperature range: 5°C - 40°C

Dimensions, etc.

Dimensions (H x W x D): 56 x 305 x 165 mm

Weight: 0.9 kg

Package weight: 1.6 kg