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8
Analog
8
Accent: Level
Bass drum: Level
Snare drum: Level
Low tom, hi tom: Level
Cymbal, clap: Level
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)
Yellow
2.2 x 12 x 6.5" (56 x 305 x 165mm)
32 oz (907.18g)

RD-6-AM
The Rhythm Designer RD6-AM provides all the tools you need to become a master beat-maker, including: 8 drum sound and a 16-step sequencer - for a quick and easy-to-use drum machine that'll shake the house! Whether you're new to drum programming or a seasoned pro looking to enhance your setup, the RD-6-AM has everything you need to step up to the big leagues.
Masterpiece Rejuvenated
Great care has been taken in designing the RD-6-AM to achieve new possibilities in beat creation by reviving a timeless design from one of the most classic drum machines of yesteryear. By taking a fresh and modern approach on a classic drum machine, the RD-6-AM gives you the power to harness the phenomenal sound of the venerable TR-606 and tap into some new features as well. Punchy bass drums through sizzling hi-hats and even the authentic and renowned BR-110 clap sound can be manipulated to take your rhythm performance to the next level. This is an analog beat-making monster!
Complete Control
Built to enhance the way you perform, the RD-6-AM boasts a 16-step drum sequencer which allows for real-time switching between 32 separate patterns. Start building song structures on-the-fly and even edit them to your liking. Mix any of the 8 drum sounds by adjusting their dedicated level knobs. The RD-6-AM also comes with a distortion based on the venerable DS-1. Add spice and a bit of edge to your tone by flipping the Distortion switch on and adjusting the amount and tone of the distortion. Each pattern you create can also be chained into a whole song up to 256 bars which adds up to eight and a half minutes of beats perfect for those spicy jams where you just can't stop.
USB Control
To bring the RD-6-AM into the modern age, USB connectivity has been added for sync and MIDI triggering. This enables the RD-6-AM to be controlled by your DAW if desired, allowing songs and patterns to be swapped or individual sounds to be triggered.
The Numbers
The RD-6-AM has 11 knobs and 26 buttons, all laid out in a highly-intuitive format that puts the fun back into your beat creation. Input and output connections include: 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-AM to a DAW and 5 pin MIDI ports.