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Review Summary
8
Analog
8
Accent: Level
Bass drum: Level
Snare drum: Level
Low tom, hi tom: Level
Cymbal, clap: Level,br>Open hat, closed hat: Level
DC input connector
Push button on/off
USB 2.0, type B
2x 5-Pin DIN
1x 1/4" TS
1x 1/4" TS, unbalanced, 1 k Ohm impedance
6x 1/8" TS, unbalanced, 100 Ohm impedance
2x 1/8" TRS (Tip is clock and Ring is the start message) more than: 2.5 V
LT and HT 2 x +15 V, 1PPS/24PPQ/48PPQ 50% pulse length, 2PPQ narrow pulse length
1x 1/8" TRS, stereo, 15 Ohm impedance
Class compliant USB 2.0, type B
Windows 7 or higher
Mac OS X 10.6.8 or higher
2x 16 Patterns
16 steps
9 V DC, 670 mA
2 W max.
Power LED
41 Degree F - 104 Degree F (5 Degree C - 40 Degree C)
Orange Translucent
2.2 x 12 x 6.5" (56 x 305 x 165mm)
32 oz (907.18g)
Are you ready to elevate your beat-making skills with the innovative Rhythm Designer RD-6 Analog Drum Machine in a stylish Orange Translucent color This high-quality, durable, and user-friendly drum machine is more than just a visual treat; it's a powerhouse of functionality, versatility, and superior sound quality.
The RD-6-TG is a modern take on a classic drum machine, designed to give you the power to recreate the phenomenal sound of the iconic TR-606. From punchy bass drums to sizzling hi-hats, and even the authentic BR-110 clap sound, this analog beat-making monster lets you manipulate sounds to take your rhythm performance to new heights.
The RD-6-TG is equipped with an 8-drum sound and a 16-step sequencer, making it an easy-to-use drum machine that's perfect for both beginners and seasoned pros. It allows for real-time switching between 32 separate patterns, enabling you to build and edit song structures on-the-fly. With dedicated level knobs for each of the 8 drum sounds, you have complete control over your mix.
Adding a unique twist to your tone is the RD-6-TG's distortion feature, based on the venerable DS-1. Flip the Distortion switch on and adjust the amount and tone to add that extra edge to your rhythm. You can also chain your patterns into a whole song up to 256 bars, perfect for those extended jam sessions.
To keep up with the digital age, the RD-6-TG comes with USB connectivity for sync and MIDI triggering. This feature allows the RD-6-TG to be controlled by your DAW, enabling you to swap songs and patterns or trigger individual sounds.
The RD-6-TG features 11 knobs and 26 buttons, all intuitively laid out to make beat creation a fun and engaging process. It includes input and output connections for Open or Closed Hi-Hat, Clap, Cymbal, Low and Hi Tom, Snare, and Bass Drum Voice Outs; Start/Stop for connecting a foot pedal; MIDI In, Out, and Thru over USB for connecting the RD-6-TG to a DAW, and 5 pin MIDI ports.
In a nutshell, the Rhythm Designer RD-6 Analog Drum Machine, Orange Translucent, is a perfect blend of classic design and modern functionality, making it an essential tool for every electronic music producer.