Trend price : 200€
A budget version of the famous DMX model with better pitch tuning management.
Overview
main panel features a simple numeric 4 segments display, 18 pads (no velocities) 8 sliders and 24 buttons.
Back panel terminal connectors:
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main outputs
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6 individual outs
- 6 pitch trimmers
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tape interface
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clock I/O sync
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2 pedalswitch inputs
Voice
system based on a CPU Z80 ZILOG manages 6 voices polyphony. The channels offers individual gain mix and pitch tuning.
Wavetable
there are 18 sounds on various EPROM memories coded at 8 bits with a companded compression. EPROM can be easily removed and replaced by other sounds still available around the net, or get a PROMMER and burn your own samples. Sound lists are (including dynamic variations): kick (3), snare (3), tom (3), cymbal (3), hihats (3), shaker (2) and clap.
Sequencer
2 traditional recording modes: real-time and step mode.
Classic array of edit function like insert, punch IN/OUT, copy, replace, delete and some grooving options like
quantizes, swing and flames.
Sync
internal clock from 25 to 250 BPM, or can be
synched to other devices in 3 different ways:
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pulses at 24/48 or 96 PPQ
- sync tape
- Midi clock (if interface is present).
Midi
latest DX production came with MIDI factory implementation, however some third-part companies offers some modification boards for this purpose.
Memory
- 50 sequences lenght 1-99 bars
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100 patterns
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13200 notes
Audio demo:
Video Clip:
Review
OK: sequencer / new soundset and tuning pots
NOT : a bit weaker than original DMX
"A little dmx at fraction price! great fun sequencer and old school sounds "
Text , review, special demos copyright polynominal.com / Eric Pochesci