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USER MANUAL DD-55-DD-55C YAMAHA

DD-55 DD-55c Digital Percussion Digital Percussion

Owner's Manual

SPECIALMESSAGESECTION

This product utilizes batteries or an external power supply (adapter). DO NOT connect this product to any power supply or adapter other than one described in the manual, on the name plate, or specifically recommended by Yamaha.

This product should be used only with the components supplied or; a cart, rack, or stand that is recommended by Yamaha. If a cart, etc., is used, please observe all safety markings and instructions that accompany the accessory product.

SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE:

The information contained in this manual is believed to be correct at the time of printing. However, Yamaha reserves the right to change or modify any of the specifications without notice or obligation to update existing units.

This product, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and headphones or speaker/s, may be capable 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 knowledge relating to how a function or effect works (when the unit is operating as designed) are not covered by the manufacturer's warranty, and are therefore the owners responsibility. Please study this manual carefully and consult your dealer before requesting service.

ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES:

Yamaha strives to produce products that are both user safe and environmentally friendly. We sincerely believe that our products and the production methods used to produce them, meet these goals. In keeping with both the letter and the spirit of the law, we want you to be aware of the following:

Battery Notice:

This product MAY contain a small non-rechargeable battery which (if applicable) is soldered in place. The average life span of this type of battery is approximately five years. When replacement becomes necessary, contact a qualified service representative to perform the replacement.

This product may also use "household" type batteries. Some of these may be rechargeable. Make sure that the battery being charged is a rechargeable type and that the charger is intended for the battery being charged.

When installing batteries, do not mix batteries with new, or with batteries of a different type. Batteries MUST be installed correctly. Mismatches or incorrect installation may result in overheating and battery case rupture.

Warning:

Do not attempt to disassemble, or incinerate any battery. Keep all batteries away from children. Dispose of used batteries promptly and as regulated by the laws in your area. Note: Check with any retailer of household type batteries in your area for battery disposal information.

Disposal Notice:

Should this product become damaged beyond repair, or for some reason its useful life is considered to be at an end, please observe all local, state, and federal regulations that relate to the disposal of products that contain lead, batteries, plastics, etc. If your dealer is unable to assist you, please contact Yamaha directly.

NAME PLATE LOCATION:

The name plate is located on the bottom of the product. The model number, serial number, power requirements, etc., are located on this plate. You should record the model number, serial number, and the date of purchase in the spaces provided below and retain this manual as a permanent record of your purchase.

Model

Serial No.

Purchase Date

92-BP (bottom)

PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL

FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.)

1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT!

This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by Yamaha may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product.

  1. IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to accessories and/or another product use only high quality shielded cables. Cable/s supplied with this product MUST be used. Follow all installation instructions. Failure to follow instructions could void your FCC authorization to use this product in the USA.
  2. NOTE: This product has been tested and found to comply with the requirements listed in FCC Regulations, Part 15 for Class "B" digital devices. Compliance with these requirements provides a reasonable level of assurance that your use of this product in a residential environment will not result in harmful interference with other electronic devices. This equipment generates/uses radio frequencies and, if not installed and used according to the instructions found in the users manual, may cause interference harmful to the operation of other electronic devices. Compliance

with FCC regulations does not guarantee that interference will not occur in all installations. If this product is found to be the source of interference, which can be determined by turning the unit "OFF" and "ON", please try to eliminate the problem by using one of the following measures:

Relocate either this product or the device that is being affected by the interference.

Utilize power outlets that are on different branch (circuit breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line filter/s.

In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient the antenna. If the antenna lead-in is 300 ohm ribbon lead, change the lead-in to co-axial type cable.

If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory results, please contact the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product. If you can not locate the appropriate retailer, please contact Yamaha Corporation of America, Electronic Service Division, 6600 Orangethorpe Ave, Buena Park, CA90620

The above statements apply ONLY to those products distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America or its subsidiaries.

  • This applies only to products distributed by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA.

(class B)

OBSERVERA!

  • Please keep these precautions in a safe place for future reference.

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WARNING

Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious injury or even death from electrical shock, short-circuiting, damages, fire or other hazards. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Do not open the instrument or attempt to disassemble the internal parts or modify them in any way. The instrument contains no user-serviceable parts. If it should appear to be malfunctioning, discontinue use immediately and have it inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel.
  • Do not expose the instrument to rain, use it near water or in damp or wet conditions, or place containers on it containing liquids which might spill into any openings.
  • If the AC adaptor cord or plug becomes frayed or damaged, or if there is a sudden loss of sound during use of the instrument, or if any unusual smells or smoke should appear to be caused by it, immediately turn off the power switch, disconnect the adaptor plug from the outlet, and have the

instrument inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel.

  • Use the specified adaptor (PA-5D, PA-5C or an equivalent recommended by Yamaha) only. Using the wrong adaptor can result in damage to the instrument or overheating.
  • Before cleaning the instrument, always remove the electric plug from the outlet. Never insert or remove an electric plug with wet hands.
  • Check the electric plug periodically and remove any dirt or dust which may have accumulated on it.
  • Do not put burning items, such as candles, on the unit.
    A burning item may fall over and cause a fire.

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CAUTION

Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of physical injury to you or others, or damage to the instrument or other property. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Do not place the AC adaptor cord near heat sources such as heaters or radiators, and do not excessively bend or otherwise damage the cord, place heavy objects on it, or place it in a position 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.
  • Unplug the AC power adaptor when not using the instrument, or during electrical storms.
  • Always make sure all batteries are inserted in conformity with the +/- polarity markings. Failure to do so might result in overheating, fire, or battery fluid leakage.
  • Always replace all batteries at the same time. Do not use new batteries together with old ones. Also, do not mix battery types, such as alkaline batteries with manganese batteries, or batteries from different makers, or different types of batteries from the same maker, since this can cause overheating, fire, or battery fluid leakage.
  • Do not dispose of batteries in fire.
  • Do not attempt to recharge batteries that are not intended to be charged.
  • When the batteries run out, or if the instrument is not to be used for a long time, remove the batteries from the instrument to prevent possible leakage of the battery fluid.
  • Keep batteries away from children.
  • If the batteries do leak, avoid contact with the leaked fluid. If the battery fluid should come in contact with your eyes, mouth, or skin, wash immediately with water and consult a doctor. Battery fluid is corrosive and may possibly cause loss of sight or chemical burns.
  • Before connecting the instrument to other electronic components, turn off the power for all components. Before turning the power on or off for all components, set all volume levels to minimum. Also, be sure to set the volumes of all components at their minimum levels and gradually raise the volume controls while playing the instrument to set the desired listening level.
  • Do not expose the instrument to excessive dust or vibrations, or extreme cold or heat (such as in direct sunlight, near a heater, or in a car during the day) to prevent the possibility of panel disfiguration or damage to the internal components.

  • Do not use the instrument near other electrical products such as televisions, radios, or speakers, since this might cause interference which can affect proper operation of the other products.

  • Do not place the instrument in an unstable position where it might accidentally fall over.
  • Before moving the instrument, remove all connected adaptor and other cables.
  • When cleaning the instrument, use a soft, dry cloth. Do not use paint thinners, solvents, cleaning fluids, or chemical-impregnated wiping cloths. Also, do not place vinyl, plastic or rubber objects on the instrument, since this might discolor the panel or keyboard.
  • Do not rest your weight on, or place heavy objects on the instrument, and do not use excessive force on the buttons, switches or connectors.
  • Do not operate the instrument for a long period of time at a high or uncomfortable volume level, since this can cause permanent hearing loss. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, consult a physician.

DATA BACK-UP AND STORAGE

  • Yamaha recommends that you regularly save data using an external device such as the floppy disk-based Yamaha MIDI data filer MDF3, and storing the floppy disks in a safe, cool, dry place. YAMAHA CANNOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR THE ACCIDENTAL LOSS OF IMPORTANT MUSIC DATA! Regarding the data you have created, as long as fresh batteries are inserted in (or an AC power adaptor is connected to) the instrument, the data will be retained, even when the power is turned off. It will also be retained long enough to exchange an old set of batteries for a new set. If you have important data in the instrument which you don't want to lose, please take care to keep fresh batteries inserted in (or keep an AC power adaptor connected to) the instrument, and to regularly save data.

Yamaha cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper use or modifications to the instrument, or data that is lost or destroyed.

Always turn the power off when the instrument is not in use.

Make sure to discard used batteries according to local regulations.

  • The illustrations and LED displays as shown in this owner's manual are for instructional purposes only, and may be different from the ones on your instrument.
  • Any mention or reference to the DD-55 in this manual also applies to the model DD-55C.

Congratulations!

Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha DD-55. The DD-55 has been developed to respond and play like a drum set - but with greater ease, flexibility and sophisticated functions. Before you use the instrument, we recommend that you carefully read through this manual.

Contents

Setting Up 5

Power Requirements 5

Panel Controls 6

Playing the Demo Song 8

Play the Pads/Pedals 9

Pad Names 9

Hand Percussion ON/OFF 10

Assigning a Drum Kit to the Pads and Pedals ....10

Assigning a Voice to Individual Pads and Pedals ("L" Custom Kit) 11

Reverb ON/OFF 12

Setting the Pad Sensitivity 13

Adjusting the Pad Volume. 14

Click ON/OFF 14

Playing a Song 15

Select the Song and Play. 15

Tap Start 16

Auto Kit Select ON/OFF Setting. 16

Adjusting the Tempo 17

Play along with a Song 18

Track ON/OFF 18

Break. 18

A-B Repeat 19

Recording a Song 20

Recording 20
Playback 20

MIDI Functions 21

What's MIDI? 21
What You Can Do With MIDI 23
Connecting to a Computer 24
Enter/Exit the MIDI/Utility Mode 25
Setting the Clock 25
Local ON/OFF 26
Setting the MIDI Transmit Channel 27
Setting the MIDI Note Number 28
Saving and Loading Song Data 29

Appendix 31

Initialize 31
Troubleshooting 32
Drum Voice List. 33
Song List 35
Drum Kit List. 36
Drum Map 38
GM Voice List. 40
MIDI Implementation Chart 41
Specifications 44

Trademarks

  • Apple and Macintosh are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
  • Windows is the registered trademark of Microsoft® Corporation.

All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders.

Supplied Accesories

  • Drum Stick (x2)
  • Foot Pedal 1 & 2
  • Owner's Manual

This section contains information about setting up your DD-55 for playing. Make sure to read this section carefully before using the instrument.

Power Requirements

Although the DD-55 will run either from an optional AC adaptor or batteries, Yamaha recommends use of an AC adaptor whenever possible. An AC adaptor is more environmentally friendly than batteries and does not deplete resources.

Using an AC Power Adaptor

① Make sure that the [STANDBY/ON] switch of the DD-55 is set to STANDBY.
② Connect the AC adaptor (PA-5D, PA-5C or other adaptor specifically recommended by Yamaha) to the power supply jack.
③ Plug the AC adaptor into an AC outlet.

CAUTION

  • Never interrupt the power supply (e.g. remove the batteries or unplug the AC adaptor) during any DD-55 record operation! Doing so can result in a loss of data.

WARNING

  • Use ONLY a Yamaha PA-5D or PA-5C 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-55.
  • Unplug the AC Power Adaptor when not using the DD-55, or during electrical storms.

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Using Batteries

For battery operation the DD-55 requires six 1.5V "C" size, R14P (LR14) or equivalent batteries. (Alkaline batteries are recommended.) When the batteries need to be replaced, the volume may be reduced, the sound may be distorted, and other problems may occur. When this happens, turn the power off and replace the batteries, as described below.

① Open the battery compartment cover located on the instrument's bottom panel.
② Insert the six new batteries, being careful to follow the polarity markings on the inside of the compartment.
③ Replace the compartment cover, making sure that it locks firmly in place.

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CAUTION

  • When the batteries run down, replace them with a complete set of six new batteries. NEVER mix old and new batteries.
  • Do not use different kinds of batteries (e.g. alkaline and manganese) at the same time.
  • If the instrument is not to be in use for a long time, remove the batteries from it, in order to prevent possible fluid leakage from the battery.
  • Plugging or unplugging the AC power adaptor while the batteries are installed will reset the DD-55 to the defaults.

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Front Panel

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Front Panel

1 DEMO button 8,25
2 Click button 14
③ DISPLAY 10
VOLUME [▲], [▼] buttons 8
⑤ HAND PERC button. 10
DRUM 1-3 buttons 18
BACKING button 18
PAD button 11, 14, 27
KIT button 10,28

10 SONG button 8, 15, 16, 17
TEMPO button 17
12 START/STOP button 8, 15, 25
13 A-B REPEAT button 19
14 BREAK/TAP button 16, 18
15 REC button 20
16 STANDBY/ON Switch 8,31
DIAL 10
13 Drum Pads (x7) 9

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Side Panel (Left)

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Side Panel (Right)

Side Panel (Left)

DC IN 12V (AC Adaptor) Jack. 5
20 PHONES/OUTPUT Jack 7
PEDAL 2 Jack 7

Side Panel (Right)

22 MIDI IN Terminal 22
23 MIDI OUT Terminal 22
24 PEDAL 1 Jack .7

Using a pair of headphones

A standard pair of stereo headphones can be plugged in here for private practice or late-night playing. The internal stereo speaker system is automatically shut off when a pair of head phones is plugged into the PHONES/OUTPUT jack.

Do not listen with the headphones at high volume for long periods of time. Doing so may cause hearing loss.

CAUTION

  • Connect the DD-55 to external equipment only after turning off power for all devices. To prevent damage to the speakers, set the volume of the external devices at the minimum setting before connecting them. Failure to observe these cautions may result in electric shock or equipment damage.

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CAUTION

  • Since speakers are built into the DD-55, you should be careful to never leave any video tapes, cassette tapes, floppy disks or any kind of magnetic storage media on the panel — doing so may result in data loss or damage to the items. Also avoid using the DD-55 near a television or computer monitor, since interference may result.
  • Use the sticks with caution. Do not use them for anything other than playing the instrument. Also, to avoid damage or injury, refrain from waving them recklessly or throwing them.

Using the Foot Pedals (1/2)

When connected, these pedals can be used simultaneously play the drum set's hi-hat pedal or bass drum voices — or they can also be assigned to play other voices as well. Connect the supplied Pedal 1 to the PEDAL 1 jack ② and Pedal 2 to the PEDAL 2 jack 2

CAUTION

  • Make sure that the pedal plugs are properly connected to the PEDAL jacks before turning on the power.
  • Do not press Pedal 2 while turning the power on. Doing this changes the recognized polarity of the pedal, resulting in reversed pedal operation.
  • Avoid using the pedals directly on a soft floor, since they may scratch the surface of the floor.
  • Avoid getting caught in or tripping over the pedal cords; this may cause the instrument to fall and result in damage or injury.

The DD-55 features a demonstration song, specially created to show you the dynamic possibilities of the instrument.

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1 Turn on the power.

Turn the [STANDBY/ON] switch ON.

CAUTION

  • Even when the switch is in the "STANDBY" position, electricity is still flowing to the instrument at the minimum level. When you are not using the DD-55 for a long time, make sure you unplug the AC power adaptor from the wall AC outlet, and/or remove the batteries from the instrument.

2 Start the Demo Song.

Press the [DEMO] button and the demo song starts playing.

- MASTER VOLUME

The overall volume level of the DD-55 is controlled by two VOLUME [▲], [▼] buttons (10 volume levels L0 - L9).

Press the VOLUME [▲] button to increase the overall volume by one level. Press the VOLUME [▼] button to decrease the overall volume by one level. Holding down either of the buttons increases or decreases the volume level rapidly.

L0← L5 →L9
Small← Volume Level →Large
  • When the VOLUME is set to L0, no sound is produced.

3 Stop the Demo Song.

To stop playback, press the [DEMO] button again or press the [START/STOP] button.

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SONG VOLUME

To control the volume level of the song, press the [SONG] button and the song starts playing, simultaneously hold down the [SONG] button and use the VOLUME [▲], [▼] buttons (levels L0 - L9).

(For more information on songs, see page 15.)

The SONG VOLUME can be used to adjust the balance between the song accompaniment and your own performance on the pads.

Simultaneously hold down the [SONG] button and press the VOLUME [▲] button to increase the song volume by one level. Hold down the [SONG] button and press the VOLUME [▼] button to decrease the song volume by one level. Holding either of the buttons (while holding down the [SONG] button) increases or decreases the song volume level rapidly.

L0← L5 →L9
Small← Volume Level →Large
  • When the VOLUME is set to L0, no sound is produced by the song.

Strike the pad with the supplied drum sticks or your hands to play the drum voices. When playing the pads with your hands, turn the Hand Percussion feature on by pressing the [HAND PERC] button (the lamp lights).

The volume of the pads' sounds responds to your playing; when you play soft the volume is soft, and when you play strongly the volume is loud.

The actual loudness of the sound may vary according to which part of the pad is struck.

Pad Names

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Hand Percussion ON/OFF

You can play the pads of the DD-55 either with the supplied sticks or with your hands.

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1 Press the [HAND PERC] button.

When you press the [HAND PERC] button, the button's lamp lights, and the pad sensitivity is automatically adjusted for optimum playing by hand.

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  • When HAND PERCUSSION is on, the DD-55 automatically selects an appropriate song (#94) and kit (#29), ideal for playing by hand and using with the Hand Percussion feature.

CAUTION

  • When Hand Percussion is on, do not strike the pads with drumsticks or anything other than your hands.

Assigning a Drum Kit to the Pads and Pedals

The DD-55 allows you to choose from 45 different Drum Kits (00 - 44 : see the “Drum Kit List” page 36) quickly and easily. 45 of the kits have preset voice combinations that will be set to the pads and pedals when the kit is selected.

Select some different kits and try playing them.

The DD-55 also has one Custom Drum Kit allowing you to assign the desired voices to the seven pads or two pedals (see “Assigning a Voice to Individual Pads and Pedals” page 11).

For some drum kits (35 - 44), the sound changes each time you strike the pad.

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1 Press the [KIT] button.

When you press the [KIT] button, the currently selected Drum Kit number appears on the display.

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Select a Drum Kit Number.

Turn the DIAL to select a Drum Kit number. Drum Kit numbers will increase as the DIAL is turned to the right (clockwise), and decrease as the DIAL is turned to the left (counter-clockwise).

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  • Drum Kit number 00 is normally selected when the power is turned on. However, if Auto Kit Select is set to OFF, the last Drum Kit selected before turning the power OFF, is automatically selected when the power is turned on. (See "Auto Kit Select ON/OFF Setting" on page 16.)
  • The "C U" Drum Kit is the Custom Kit. Changes made to any one of the preset drum kits will be saved here. (See "Assigning a Voice to Individual Pads and Pedals" page 11.)

Assigning a Voice to Individual Pads and Pedals ("U" Custom Kit)

The DD-55 contains a total of 212 high quality drum sounds (see the "Drum Voice List" page 33) — and you can assign these freely to each of the 7 drum pads and 2 foot pedals. Try assigning some different voices and create your own "L U" Custom Drum Kit.

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  • Any changes made to one of the preset drum kits will automatically be saved in the "C U" Custom Drum Kit.
  • Both the Custom and "00" drum kit contents are the same until modified (see the "Drum Kit List" page 36).

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When you press the [PAD] button, Pad 1's currently assigned voice number is shown in the display.

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2 Select the pad or pedal to be assigned.

Strike any pad one time (or press a pedal), and the currently assigned voice number for that pad/pedal is shown in the display.

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3 Select a Voice Number.

You can select the voice by repeatedly striking the pad or repeatedly pressing the pedal (while listening to the voice), or by turning the DIAL.

  • Striking the pad or pressing the pedal to select a voice. Every time the pad is struck or a pedal is pressed, voice numbers will increase by a value of one (1).
    Using the DIAL to select a voice.

Turn the DIAL to the right (clockwise), and voice numbers will increase. Turn the DIAL to the left (counter-clockwise), and voice numbers will decrease.

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Repeat the previous steps 2 and 3 for any or all of the DD-55's pads and pedals.

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4 Play the Pads and Pedals.

After assigning a voice to the desired pad/pedal, press the [KIT] button. You can now play the voice you have assigned to the pad/pedal. After you've assigned the voice, the DD-55 will automatically be set to the custom kit.

Reverb ON/OFF

Different depths of the DD-55's reverb effect can be added to the DD-55's overall sound.

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1 Display the Reverb On/Off Setting.

Simultaneously press the [DEMO] and [START/STOP] button to enter the MIDI/Utility mode, then press the [DRUM3] button. The current Reverb setting appears in the display.

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Reverb on

2 Set the Reverb On/Off.

To set to “ ” (Reverb ON), turn the DIAL to the right (clockwise), to set to “ F F ” (Reverb OFF), turn the DIAL to the left (counter-clockwise).

3 Exit the Reverb On/Off Setting.

After setting the Reverb ON/OFF, simultaneously press the [DEMO] and [START/STOP] button to exit the MIDI/Utility mode.

Setting the Pad Sensitivity

The DD-55 allows you to custom-set the sensitivity of the pads (range 0 - 2).

When set to a value of 2, the pad sensitivity is the highest, providing the most dynamic range for your playing (softest to loudest volume).

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1 Display the current pad sensitivity setting.

Simultaneously press the [DEMO] and [START/STOP] button to enter the MIDI/Utility mode, then press the [HAND PERC] button. The current pad sensitivity setting appears in the display.

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2 Set the sensitivity value.

To raise the value, turn the DIAL to the right (clockwise), and to lower it, turn the DIAL to the left (counter-clockwise).

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  • Default setting is "I."

3 Exit the sensitivity setting.

After setting the sensitivity, simultaneously press the [DEMO] and [START/STOP] button to exit the MIDI/Utility mode.

DD-55 Sound Triggering

The DD-55 is fitted with sensors underneath each pad. When struck, each pad/sensor produces velocity data. However, striking one pad very strongly may inadvertently trigger the sounds of other pads, because the sensors of those pads pick up the vibrations of the struck pad. To prevent this from happening, the DD-55 is set to ignore hits of low velocity. (It assumes the low velocity is "noise.") However, some noise may get through and trigger the sensors.

Here is another related problem: When you strike two pads simultaneously and hit one with less force than the other, the pad struck weakly may not sound because the DD-55 assumes the hit to be noise.

These problems may be solved by changing the DD-55 settings or altering your playing technique (as described below).

  • Striking two pads simultaneously results in one of the pads not sounding.

Set the pad sensitivity level to 2. This may solve the problem if you strike one of the pads weakly. Better yet, try striking both pads with the same force.

  • Striking one pad results in other pads also sounding, even though they were not struck.

Set the pad sensitivity level to 0. With this setting, any pads that are not struck may not respond to the vibrations of your playing.

Adjusting the Pad Volume

The DD-55 lets you adjust the volume of each pad (range: L0 - L9), allowing you to set the overall balance of the kit.

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1 Press and hold the [PAD] button and strike the pad whose volume you want to adjust.

The corresponding pad is selected for changing volume.

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Pad Volume

Press and hold down the [PAD] button and simultaneously press VOLUME [▲] or [▼] to adjust the designated pad's volume.

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The default Pad volume is "L 9."

Click ON/OFF

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Press the [CLICK] button.

The click sounds in rhythm at the current tempo. (See "Adjusting the

Tempo" on page 17.)

To turn the click off, press the button once again.

The DD-55 features 100 different songs that can be used to provide accompaniment.

(See the "Song List" on page 35.)

Select one of the songs and have listen.

Select the Song and Play

1 Press the [SONG] button.

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When you press the [SONG] button, the current song number appears in the display.

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2 Select a Song Number.

Use the DIAL to select a song number. Song numbers will increase as the DIAL is turned to the right (clockwise), and decrease as the DIAL is turned to the left (counter-clockwise). (See the “Song List” on page 35.)

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  • Song number “00” is automatically selected whenever the power is turned ON.
  • With the Auto Kit Select feature turned on, selecting a song will also automatically select the best suited Drum Kit for that song. (See "Auto Kit Select ON/OFF Setting" on page 16.)
  • Song numbers are arranged in each category according to their complexity. Smaller numbers are easier to play than larger numbers.

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3 Press the [START/STOP] button.

When you press the [START/STOP] button, a one- or two-measure count-in plays, and the song starts playing.

As the song is playing, the Song's current measure will be shown in the display. Try playing the pads and pedals along with the song.

To stop playback of the song, press the [START/STOP] button once again.

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  • You can also use the TAP START function to start songs (see page 16).

Tap Start

The Tap Start function allows you to set the song's overall tempo as well as start the accompaniment — simply by tapping out the rhythm.

The accompaniment will playback at the tempo with which the pads are struck or the pedals are pressed.

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1 Press the [BREAK/TAP] button.

While song playback is stopped, press the [BREAK/TAP] button. All three of the beat lamps flash, indicating the DD-55 is set to Tap Start standby.

To cancel the Tap Start mode, simply press the [BREAK/TAP] button once again (the beat lamps will turn off).

2 Play the Tap Start.

In the case of a song in 4/4 , strike any pad or press any pedal four times, and the accompaniment will start at the desired tempo.

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  • The number of times needed to strike the pad will change according to the following time signatures: 5/4, 5 times; 4/4, 4 times; 3/4, 3 times; 6/8, 2 times.

3 Stop the Song Playback.

Press the [START/STOP] button and the song accompaniment will stop.

Auto Kit Select ON/OFF Setting

The Auto Kit Select function automatically selects the best matching drum kit for the selected song. You can deactivate this feature by setting the Auto Kit Select to OFF.

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1 Setting the Auto Kit Select to ON/OFF.

Simultaneously press the [DEMO] and [START/STOP] button to enter the MIDI/Utility mode. An “ ” appears in the display indicating the MIDI/Utility mode.

Next, press the [SONG] button. The current ON/OFF setting appears in the display.

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Auto Kit Select is turned on.

2 Select ON/OFF.

Turn the DIAL to the right (clockwise) to activate the Auto Kit Select ( n) . Turn to the left (counter-clockwise) to deactivate the Auto Kit Select ( FF) .

3 Exit the Auto Kit Select.

Press the [DEMO] and [START/STOP] buttons simultaneously once again to exit the MIDI/Utility mode.

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  • The Auto Kit Select is automatically set to “FF” when the MIDI Transmit Channel setting is changed (see “Setting the MIDI Note Number” on page 28).

Adjusting the Tempo

The song tempo can be set anywhere from 32 to 280 beats per minute. The higher the tempo value, the faster the tempo.

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120

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1 Press the [TEMPO] button.

When you press the [TEMPO] button, the current tempo value (32 - 280) appears in the display.

2 Set the Tempo.

Use the DIAL to select the TEMPO. Turn the DIAL to the right (clockwise) to increase the Tempo value, and turn it to the left (counter-clockwise) to decrease the value. (The Tempo range is 32 - 280.) Press the [SONG] button to exit from the Tempo setting mode.

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  • When both the [SONG] and [TEMPO] buttons are pressed simultaneously, the preset tempo of the currently selected song is automatically applied.

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- About the Beat Indicator

During song playback, the three beat lamps in the display will flash in a specific pattern to help you in keeping the beat.

For a song in 4/4 time at a tempo of 120 bpm:

1st beat2nd beat3rd beat4th beat
°120°120°120°120

Use the pads and pedals to play along with the song accompaniment.

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  • The DD-55 can play a total of 32 notes simultaneously. That includes notes produced by song accompaniment, pads, foot pedals, and note data received through the MIDI IN jack.

Track ON/OFF

The DD-55's song accompaniment consists of 4 tracks: Drum tracks 1, 2, and 3, and the Backing track.

DRUM 1Bass Drum
DRUM 2Snare Drum
DRUM 3Cymbal
BACKINGBacking

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Pressing a Track button ([DRUM 1], [DRUM 2], [DRUM 3], [BACKING]) will mute (turn off the sound) the corresponding track and its indicator lamp will turn off.

Muting DRUM 1, DRUM 2 and DRUM 3 tracks allows you to play along with the song and practice the missing part.

Break

With the Break function, you can liven up songs by adding your own solos or fills, whenever you want.

Striking a pad while in the Break mode, the song's accompaniment will be muted until the end of the measure you have finished your fill or solo in.

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1 During song playback, press the [BREAK/TAP] button.

During song playback, press the [BREAK/TAP] button. The three beat lamps in the display flash, indicating the DD-55 is in Break standby mode.

To cancel the Break mode, simply press the [BREAK/TAP] button once again. (The beat lamps flash in tempo.)

2 Play the Break.

Strike any pad or pedal, and the accompaniment will mute until the end of the measure you played in. You can play a drum fill or drum solo during this break.

The DD-55 returns to the Break standby mode when the Break measure is completed.

3 Exit the Break mode.

To exit the Break mode, press the [BREAK/TAP] button.

The Break mode is also exited when the song is stopped.

A-B Repeat

If you want to practice a particular section of a song, you can specify that section's "A" (start repeat) and "B" (end repeat) points. The accompaniment will continuously repeat between points "A" and "B" allowing you to practice between those points for as long as you like.

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1 Set the "A" (start repeat) point.

When the song playback has reached the start of the section you want to practice, press the [A-B REPEAT] button and the "A" repeat point is set. An "R" will appear in the display.

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2 Set the "B" (end repeat) point.

When the song playback has reached the end point of the section you want to practice, press the [A-B REPEAT] button once again to set the "B" point ("b" appears in the display). A one-measure count-in plays ("R-b" appears in the display), then the specified section plays back repeatedly. The current measure number will appear in the display during repeat playback.

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  • The A-B Repeat start and end points can only be set in measure steps.

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3 Stop the A-B REPEAT.

Press the [START/STOP] button and the song accompaniment will stop.

“ - ” will appear in the display indicating the A-B REPEAT mode is still engaged.

Press the [START/STOP] button once again and the accompaniment will again repeat between the set points.

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  • Repeat is canceled when a different song is selected.

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- Exit the Repeat

To exit the A-B Repeat function, press the [A-B REPEAT] button during playback (“R-b” is indicated), and the A-B Repeat mode will be canceled (the A-B Repeat points will also be canceled) and normal playback of the accompaniment will continue.

The DD-55's Custom Song feature (song number “L”) allows you to record and playback one original song (20000 notes approximately).

Data that can be recorded in the Custom Song Mode

  • Drum pad and pedal data
  • Song data (the number cannot be changed while in the RECORD Mode)
  • Track ON/OFF settings
  • Tempo setting (The tempo cannot be changed while in the RECORD mode)
  • Song Volume setting

Recording

1 Prepare to Record.

Select the desired song, drum kit, tempo and track on/off setting.

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  • Any song from 00 - 99 can be selected. After recording, the data is automatically saved to the "C U" song. (Recording cannot be done if the "C U" song is selected.)

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2 Start Recording.

Press the [REC] button to start recording. A count-in sound plays, guiding you into the start of the recording.

The following indication appears (for a time signature of 4/4):

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  • Press the [CLICK] button to turn the click sound on or off during recording.

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3 Stop Recording.

To stop recording, press the [START/STOP] button.

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  • Any previously recorded data will be replaced with new data.

  • If the memory becomes full while recording is in progress, "FL" will appear in the display and recording will automatically stop.

Playback

The recorded Custom Song (CU) can be played back in the same manner as any song (song numbers 00 - 99).

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Song number “L” follows Song number “99” (or prior to “00”).

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  • The A-B Repeat function (see page 19) cannot be used in the Custom Song Mode.

The MIDI IN and MIDI OUT terminals, located on the DD-55's right side panel, offer broadened musical possibilities through use of MIDI. What is MIDI? What can you do with MIDI? And how can you use MIDI with the DD-55? Here are some answers to those questions...

What's MIDI?

No doubt you have heard the terms "acoustic instrument" and "digital instrument." In the world today, these are the two main categories of instruments.

Let's consider an acoustic piano and a classical guitar as representative acoustic instruments. With the piano, you strike a key, and a hammer inside hits some strings and plays a note. With the guitar, you directly pluck a string and the note sounds.

But how does a digital instrument go about playing a note?

- Acoustic guitar note production

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Pluck a string and the body resonates the sound.

Digital instrument note production

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Based on playing information from the pads and pedals, a sampling note stored in the tone generator is played through the speakers.

As shown in the illustration above, in an electronic instrument the sampling note (previously recorded note) stored in the tone generator section (electronic circuit) is played based on information received from the pads and pedals. So then what is the information from the pads and pedals that becomes the basis for note production?

For example, let's say you play a "C" quarter note using the grand piano sound on the keyboard. Unlike an acoustic instrument that puts out a resonated note, the electronic instrument puts out information from the keyboard such as with what voice, with which key, about how strong, when was it pressed and when was it released. Then each piece of information is changed into a number value and sent to the tone generator. Using these numbers as a basis, the tone generator plays the stored sampling note.

  • Example of Keyboard Information
Voice number (with what voice)01 (grand piano)
Note number (with which key)60 (C3)
Note on (when was it pressed) and note off (when was it released)Timing expressed numerically (quarter note)
Velocity (about how strong)120 (strong)

MIDI is an acronym that stands for Musical Instrument Digital Interface, which allows electronic musical instruments to communicate with each other, by sending and receiving compatible Note, Control Change, Program Change and various other types of MIDI data, or messages.

The DD-55 can control a MIDI device by transmitting note related data and various types of controller data.

The DD-55 can be controlled by the incoming MIDI messages which automatically determine tone generator mode, select MIDI channels, voices and effects, change parameter values and of course play the voices specified for the various parts.

MIDI messages can be divided into two groups: Channel messages and System messages.

Channel Messages

The DD-55 is an electronic instrument that can handle 16 channels. This is usually expressed as "it can play 16 instruments at the same time." Channel messages transmit information such as Note ON/OFF, Program Change, for each of the 16 channels.

Message NameDD-55 Operation/Panel Setting
Note ON/OFFMessages which are generated when the pad or pedal is played. Each message includes a specific note number which corresponds to the pad which is struck, plus a velocity value based on how hard the pad is struck.
Program ChangeVoice setting (control change bank select MSB/LSB setting; only receive is available)
Control ChangeVoice setting (volume, pan pot, etc.; only receive is available)

System Messages

This is data that is used in common by the entire MIDI system. System messages include messages like Exclusive Messages that transmit data unique to each instrument manufacturer and Realtime Messages that control the MIDI device.

Message NameDD-55 Operation/Panel Setting
Exclusive MessageReverb/Chorus/DSP settings, etc.
Realtime MessagesClock setting Start/stop operation

The messages transmitted/received by the DD-55 are shown in the MIDI Implementation Chart on page 41.

About MIDI terminals

In order to exchange MIDI data between multiple devices, each device must be connected by a MIDI cable.

The DD-55 is equipped with two types of MIDI terminals, both of which are located on the right side panel.

MIDI IN Data transmitted from other MIDI instruments via MIDI, is received at this terminal.

MIDI OUT ......Data produced by the DD-55, is transmitted to other MIDI instruments via MIDI from this terminal.

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NOTE

  • Never use MIDI cables longer than about 15 meters. Cables longer than this can pick up noise which can cause data errors.

What You Can Do With MIDI

The DD-55 also features side panel MIDI terminals (MIDI IN and MIDI OUT) as well as a comprehensive set of MIDI functions, that let you use the instrument in a variety of recording and performance applications.

In all cases, make sure to properly set the MIDI Transmit Channels on the DD-55. Also make appropriate settings on the connected instruments. (Refer to the relevant owner's manuals for details.)

  • You can play the voices and sounds of the DD-55 from another MIDI instrument

This setup allows you to control the DD-55 from a MIDI keyboard controller — especially one not having a tone generator. Connect the MIDI IN terminal on the DD-55 to the MIDI OUT terminal on the other instrument.

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  • You can play the voices and sounds of another MIDI instrument from the DD-55

In this setup, you can play another MIDI instrument or tone generator from the DD-55. For example, this lets you mix two different sounds together when you play a pad on the DD-55. Connect the MIDI OUT terminal on the DD-55 to the MIDI IN terminal on the other instrument.

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  • You can record your performance on the DD-55 to a connected sequencer or computer

Here, you can record all your playing, along with the DD-55's auto accompaniment, to a connected computer or sequencer. Naturally, you can use the sophisticated functions of the computer or sequencer to edit your data, and play it back using the sounds of the DD-55. The DD-55 also lets you play back up to 16 different channels — letting you create complex recordings and compositions.

To set up, connect the MIDI OUT terminal on the DD-55 to the MIDI IN terminal on the sequencer or computer (allowing you to record). Also, connect the MIDI IN terminal on the DD-55 to the MIDI OUT terminal on the sequencer or computer (allowing playback). You may need to set Local On/Off (page 26) to off, for best results.

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Connecting to a Computer

You can enjoy using personal computer music software when you connect your DD-55's MIDI terminals to a personal computer. Make sure to use only special MIDI cables.

  • Connect the MIDI terminals of the DD-55 to the MIDI terminals of the MIDI interface installed to your computer.

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  • When using a MIDI interface with a Macintosh series computer, connect the RS-422 terminal of the computer (modem or printer terminal) to the MIDI interface, as shown in the diagram below.

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  • When connecting to a computer with a USB interface, use the Yamaha UX16 USB/MIDI Interface. Connect the UX16 and the computer with a standard USB cable, then make the proper MIDI connections between the DD-55 and the UX16.

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NOTE

  • If you use the Yamaha UX16, be sure to install the supplied driver on your computer.

Enter/Exit the MIDI/Utility Mode

Simultaneously press the [DEMO] and [START/STOP] button to enter the MIDI/Utility mode. An "m" appears in the display indicating the MIDI/Utility mode.

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NOTE Pads and pedals do not sound while in the MIDI/Utility mode.

To exit the MIDI mode, once again simultaneously press the [DEMO] and [START/STOP] buttons. The DD-55 exits from the MIDI mode and returns to the normal play mode.

Setting the Clock

When the DD-55 is connected via MIDI to another MIDI device — such as a sequencer or rhythm machine — you can have the two devices play back in perfect synchronization. To do this properly, you have to make sure that the time based functions (song playback, etc.) on each device are properly set, as to whether they are controlled by internal clock or external clock. When the internal clock ( i ) is enabled on the DD-55, timing will be controlled by the DD-55's internal clock. When external clock ( ) selected, the DD-55 will synchronize to the external sequencer's or computer's clock.

(Internal) The DD-55's clock is used as the timing clock.
E (External) The external clock is used as the timing clock (If the clock is set to external without being connected to another MIDI device, the DD-55's Song Play or Demo functions will not operate.)

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1 Display the clock setting.

After entering the MIDI/Utility mode, press the [DRUM 1] button to see the current setting for the MIDI clock.

2 Set the Clock to External/Internal.

To set the clock to “ l ” (external), turn the DIAL to the right (clockwise). To set the clock to “ ” (internal), turn the DIAL to the left (counter-clockwise).

3 Exit the MIDI/Utility mode.

After the clock is set, exit the MIDI/Utility mode.

The default MIDI clock setting is "i" (internal).

Local ON/OFF

The Local ON/OFF setting determines whether or not the internal voices respond to the notes you play on the DD-55's pads. Setting this to OFF disconnects the DD-55's pads from the voices. However, data produced by the DD-55 is transmitted via the MIDI OUT terminal.

(Local ON) .........The internal voices will be played and controlled by the DD-55 and its pads. Data received via MIDI will also be played by the DD-55.
口 F F (Local OFF).....Striking the pads will not produce any sound from the voices. However, the data will be transmitted through the MIDI OUT. However, data received via MIDI will be played by the DD-55.

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  • Normally, this should be set to "0" — since you'll want to hear the sound of the DD-55 as you play it. However, for external sequencer applications, you may need to set this to "0FF" to avoid getting "double" notes, in which the sounds of the DD-55 are played twice — once from the pads and once again by the pad data routed through the sequencer.

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1 Display the Local On/Off Setting.

After entering the MIDI/Utility mode, press the [DRUM 2] button and the current Local ON /OFF setting will appear in the display.

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2 Set the Local On/Off.

To set to “ n ” (Local ON), turn the DIAL to the right (clockwise), to set to “ F F ” (Local OFF), turn the DIAL to the left (counter-clockwise).

3 Exit the MIDI/Utility mode.

After setting the Local ON/OFF, exit the MIDI/Utility mode.

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  • Regardless of the Local ON/OFF setting, the DD-55's performance data (including demo song data) is always sent to the MIDI OUT terminals for transmission to external MIDI devices.
  • The default Local ON/OFF setting is ON (Local ON).

Setting the MIDI Transmit Channel

Each of the pads/pedals (a total of 9) can be assigned to transmit on any of the 16 MIDI channels, or turned off (indicated as “ F F ” in the display). Also, song transmit channels are as shown below:

Transmit ChannelDefault
Pad/Pedal1 - 1610
Drum (Song)10(Fixed)10
Backing (Song)11 - 16(Fixed)11 - 16
Pad/Pedal (Custom )10(Fixed)10

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1 Display the MIDI Transmit Channel Number.

After entering the MIDI/Utility mode, press the [PAD] button and the current Pad 1 transmit channel will be displayed.

2 Select a pad to be assigned a MIDI Transmit Number.

To select the pad you want to assign a MIDI transmit channel, strike the appropriate pad. That pad's currently selected MIDI transmit channel will appear in the display.

3 Set the MIDI Transmit Channel Number.

Turn the DIAL to the right (clockwise) to increase the MIDI transmit channel value, or turn it to the left (counter-clockwise) to decrease the value.

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  • You can also select the MIDI transmit channel by striking the pad repeatedly. Every time the pad is struck the MIDI transmit channel number will increase by 1.

4 Exit the MIDI/Utility mode.

After you've assigned each pad to a MIDI transmit channel as desired, exit the MIDI/Utility mode.

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  • For further information on what type of data is transmitted via MIDI, see the "MIDI Implementation Chart" (page 41).

Setting the MIDI Note Number

Each pad and pedal (9 total) can be assigned a specific MIDI note number anywhere from C-2 to G8.

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1 Display the MIDI Note Number.

After entering the MIDI/Utility mode, press the [KIT] button, the MIDI note number currently assigned to Pad 1 will appear in the display.

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2 Select the pad to be assigned a MIDI Note Number.

Strike any pad to see the currently assigned MIDI note number for the pad in the display.

Sharp notes are indicated by a beat lamp on the right side of the display.

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3 Assign a MIDI Note Number.

To select the desired MIDI note number, turn the DIAL to the right (clockwise) and the MIDI note numbers will increase. Turn the DIAL to the left (counter-clockwise) and MIDI note numbers will decrease.

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  • You can also select the MIDI note number by striking the pad repeatedly. Every time the pad is struck, the value will increase by semitone steps.

4 Exit the MIDI/Utility mode.

After you've assigned each pad to a MIDI note number as desired, exit the MIDI/Utility mode.

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  • For information on transmit notes and voices, refer to the DD-55 "Drum Map" on page 38.
  • When the Pad Assign or Kit Assign is set, the MIDI Note Number will be applied to the preset value. If the Auto Kit Select is set to ON and another Song is selected, the MIDI Note Number will be applied to the preset value.
  • Auto Kit Select is automatically turned off when a MIDI Note Number is changed.

Saving and Loading Song Data

The DD-55 lets you save and load song data to/from a connected computer. Once the song is loaded, you can play or practice them in the same way as with the preset songs.

To transfer song data between the DD-55 and the connected computer, you must first install the special Song Filer software to the computer.

DD-55 song data that can be loaded and saved:

  • Number of songs: 1 song (song number "CU")
    Available memory: 100 Kbytes
    Data format: SMF Format 0

■ Installing Song Filer

You can download the Song Filer software from the following Yamaha PK CLUB website. Make sure that your computer has an Internet connection.

Yamaha PK CLUB (Portable Keyboard Home Page)
http://www.yamahaPKclub.com/

System requirements for Song Filer

[Windows]

OS: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/XP

CPU: Pentium/100MHz or faster

Available Memory: 8MB or more

Free space in Hard Disk: 2MB or more

Display: 800 x 600, 256 colors or more

[Macintosh]

OS: Mac OS 7.5 - 9.2.2 (OS X is not supported)

CPU: Power PC or higher

Available Memory: 8MB or more

Free space in Hard Disk: 2MB or more

Display: 800 x 600, 256 colors or more

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  • Visit the Yamaha PK CLUB website for more information on the latest version of Song Filer and how to install it.

■ Song Filer Functions

After you install Song Filer on the computer and connect the DD-55 to the computer, you can use the two functions described below.

Refer to page 24 for information on connecting the DD-55 to a computer.

For more information on using Song Filer, refer to the PDF manual included with the Song Filer application download.

- Managing Data on DD-55

The DD-55's custom song data can be deleted by using your computer. You should delete this custom song data before sending data from the computer to the DD-55.

Transmitting and Receiving Files

You can transfer a song file between the DD-55 and your computer.

YAMAHA DD-55-DD-55C - Transmitting and Receiving Files - 1

Initialize

The DD-55's Custom Song, Custom Kit, and Panel Setting data are backed up so long as power is supplied to the DD-55 by means of batteries or an AC adaptor. Initialize is the term which refers to this data being restored to its original factory settings. To initialize the DD-55, follow the procedure below.

CAUTION

  • Keep in mind that initializing the data erases any and all of the original data you saved to the instrument.

YAMAHA DD-55-DD-55C - CAUTION - 1

YAMAHA DD-55-DD-55C - CAUTION - 2

① Turn the power off. (Move the [STANDBY/ON] switch to the STANDBY position.)
(2) While holding down the [DEMO] button, turn the power on again. (Move the [STANDBY/ON] switch to the ON position.) The DD-55 will be initialized to its factory settings. “ r ” will appear in the display when the initialization process is complete.

YAMAHA DD-55-DD-55C - CAUTION - 3

The following data will remain in memory, as long as batteries are installed or an AC adaptor is connected, even if the power is turned off.

  • Custom Song
  • Custom Kit
  • Auto Kit Selection
  • MIDI Transmit Channel for the PAD
  • MIDI Transmit Note for the PAD
  • Pad Sensitivity

Troubleshooting

In many cases, problems or malfunctions that occur during use can be remedied easily. Please check the following list before deciding that your DD-55 is damaged.

If the suggested remedy is ineffective, take the DD-55 to an authorized Yamaha dealer for proper diagnosis and repair. Do not attempt to repair this digital instrument by yourself as serious damage may occur.

ProblemCause/Solution
A buzz or click occurs momentarily when the DD-55 is turned ON or OFFThis is a normal power surge noise that occurs when the POWER switch is operated.
The LED display is completely dark. When the pads are struck, the display is dark and returns to “000”.The batteries are low and should be replaced with a complete set of six new batteries immediately. Ideally, an optional AC adaptor PA-5D or PA-5C should be used to power the DD-55 (see page 5).
The custom pad voice assignments have disappeared or defaulted.
No sound comes from the speakers.·The volume is set too low. Adjust the volume (see page 8). ·A plug is inserted into the PHONES/OUTPUT jack and should be taken out (see page 7). ·The LOCAL ON/OFF is set to OFF. Set the LOCAL ON/OFF to ON (see page 26). ·You are in the MIDI/Utility mode. Exit the MIDI/Utility mode (see page 25).
Striking two pads simultaneously results in one of the pads not sounding.Refer to “DD-55 Sound Triggering” to resolve the problem (see page 13).
Striking a pad results in other pads also sounding, though they were not struck.
The selected voice does not sound when the pad is struck.The desired voice has not been assigned to the pad. Use the PAD ASSIGN function to program the desired voice to the appropriate pad (see page 11).
The song or Demo does not start playback.The MIDI clock has been set to “E” (external). Change the MIDI clock setting to “I” (internal) (see page 25).
“Ctrl” appears in the display when the POWER switch is turned ON, and backed up data has been erased.Backed up data is initialized if batteries are not installed or AC adaptor is disconnected while the power is turned off (see page 31).

Drum Voice List

Panel Voice List

Voice No.Voice Name
000Bass Drum Soft
001Bass Drum Hard
002Bass Drum
003Bass Drum Soft
004Bass Drum Hard
005Bass Drum
006Bass Drum 2
007Room Bass Drum
008Rock Bass Drum Soft
009Rock Bass Drum Hard
010Rock Bass Drum
011Elec. Bass Drum Hard
012Elec. Bass Drum
013Dance Bass Drum Soft
014Dance Bass Drum Hard
015Dance Bass Drum
016Jazz Bass Drum Soft
017Jazz Bass Drum Hard
018Jazz Bass Drum
019Snare H Soft
020Snare M
021Snare H Hard
022Snare H Soft
023Snare M
024Snare H Hard
025Snare H Soft 2
026Snare M 2
027Snare H Hard 2
028Room Snare H Soft
029Room Snare M
030Room Snare H Hard
031Rock Snare H Soft
032Rock Snare M
033Rock Snare H Hard
034Snare L
035Elec. Snare M
036Elec. Snare H
037Dance Snare Snappy
Voice No.Voice Name
038Dance Snare M
039Dance Snare H Hard
040Jazz Snare H Soft
041Jazz Snare M
042Jazz Snare H Hard
043Brush Tap
044Brush Slap
045Brush Tap
046Brush Slap
047Side Sticks
048Side Sticks
049Side Sticks 2
050Room Side Sticks
051Dance Side Sticks
052Jazz Side Sticks
053Open Rim Shot
054Open Rim Shot
055Open Rim Shot 2
056Room Open Rim Shot
057Dance Open Rim Shot
058Jazz Open Rim Shot
059Sticks
060High Tom
061Mid Tom H
062Mid Tom L
063Low Tom
064Floor Tom H
065Floor Tom L
066High Tom
067Mid Tom H
068Mid Tom L
069Low Tom
070Floor Tom H
071Floor Tom L
072Room High Tom
073Room Mid Tom H
074Room Mid Tom L
075Room Low Tom
Voice No.Voice Name
076Room Floor Tom H
077Room Floor Tom L
078Rock High Tom
079Rock Mid Tom H
080Rock Mid Tom L
081Rock Low Tom
082Rock Floor Tom H
083Rock Floor Tom L
084Elec. High Tom
085Elec. Mid Tom H
086Elec. Mid Tom L
087Elec. Low Tom
088Elec. Floor Tom H
089Elec. Floor Tom L
090Dance High Tom
091Dance Mid Tom H
092Dance Mid Tom L
093Dance Low Tom
094Dance Floor Tom H
095Dance Floor Tom L
096Jazz High Tom
097Jazz Mid Tom H
098Jazz Mid Tom L
099Jazz Low Tom
100Jazz Floor Tom H
101Jazz Floor Tom L
102Hi-Hat Closed/Open *
103Hi-Hat Open
104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *
105Hi-Hat Open
106Crash Cymbal 1
107Crash Cymbal 2
108Crash Cymbal 1
109Crash Cymbal 2
110Dance Cymbal
111Ride Cymbal 1
112Ride Cymbal 2
113Ride Cymbal 1
  • By assigning Closed and Open Hi-Hat voices to both the Pad and Pedal, those voices can be controlled with the foot pedal as follows:

  • Strike the pad while pressing the Foot Pedal, the "Closed" Hi-Hat voice will sound.

  • Strike the pad without pressing the Foot Pedal, the "Open" Hi-Hat voice will sound.
  • Press the Foot Pedal without striking the pad, the Hi-Hat "Pedal" voice will sound.
  • If these voices have been assigned to more than one pad, only the left-most pad can be used with the Pedal function (Closed/Open).
Voice No.Voice Name
114Ride Cymbal 2
115Ride Cymbal Cup
116Ride Cymbal Cup
117Chinese Cymbal
118Chinese Cymbal
119Splash Cymbal
120Splash Cymbal
121Hand Clap
122Finger Snap
123Tambourine
124Tambourine
125Cowbell
126Cowbell
127Dance Cowbell
128Jazz Cowbell
129Conga H Close
130Conga H Open
131Conga L
132Conga H Close
133Conga H Open
134Conga L
135Dance Conga H Mute
136Dance Conga H Open
137Dance Conga L
138Jazz Conga H Close
139Jazz Conga H Open
140Jazz Conga L
141Bongo H
142Bongo L
143Bongo H
144Bongo L
145Timbale H
146Timbale L
147Timbale H
148Timbale L
149Agogo H
150Agogo L
151Cabasa
152Cabasa
Voice No.Voice Name
153Maracas
154Maracas
155Shaker
156Shaker
157Claves
158Triangle Mute
159Triangle Open
160Guiro Short
161Guiro Short
162Guiro Long
163Cuica Mute
164Cuica Open
165Castanet
166Jazz Castanet
167Vibraslap
168Wood Block H
169Wood Block L
170Jingle Bell
171Bell Tree
172Pandiero Keto
173Pandiero Solto
174Pandiero Ponta
175Pandiero Calcanhar
176Tamborim Solto
177Tamborim Ponta
178Tamborim Nylon Volta
179Conga Muff
180Surdo Mute
181Surdo Open
182Hi Q
183Hi Q Low
184Whip Slap
185Scratch Push
186Scratch Pull
187Click Noise
188Metronome Click
189Metronome Bell
190Seq Click L
191Seq Click H
Voice NumberPhrase Name
192Simple Rock
193Pop Rock
194Rock'n' Roll
195Groove Rock
196Hard Rock
197Contemporary R&B
198Hard Suffle
199Blues Shuffle
200A.O.R
201Soul
202Club Mix
203House
204Jazz Funk
205Ballad
206R & B
207Motor Town
208Swing Jazz
209Urban Funk
210Fusion
211Fusion Samba

NOTE:

  • Phrase data cannot be transmitted.
  • The pan data for each voice is fixed and cannot be changed, regardless of the pad assignments. For example, if a voice containing a "left" pan setting is assigned to a right pad, the actual sound will come from the left.

Song List

Song No.Song NameDiffi-culty
Demo
00Technical Funk
01Heavy Metal
02Hyper Dance Mix
03Latin Fusion
04Straight Ahead
Pattern
05Simple RockEasy
06Pop Rock
07R&R 1
08R&R 2
09Groove RockNomal
10Hard Rock 1Easy
11Hard Rock 2Nomal
12Contemporary R&B
13Hard Shuffle
14Blues Shuffle
15A.O.R 1
16A.O.R 2
17Soul 1
18Soul 2
19Club Mix
20House
21Jazz Funk 1Difficult
22Jazz Funk 2
23BalladEasy
24R&BNomal
25Motor Town
26Urban FunkDifficult
27Fusion 1
28Fusion 2
29Fusion Samba
30Swing Jazz 1Nomal
31Swing Jazz 2
Fill in
32Simple RockEasy
Song No.Song NameDiffi-culty
33Pop Rock 1Easy
34Pop Rock 2
35R&R 1
36R&R 2
37Groove Rock 1Nomal
38Groove Rock 2
39Hard Rock 1Easy
40Hard Rock 2Nomal
41Contemporary R&B
42Hard Shuffle 1
43Hard Shuffle 2
44Blues Shuffle 1
45Blues Shuffle 2
46A.O.R 1
47A.O.R 2
48Soul 1
49Soul 2
50Club Mix 2
51Club Mix 2
52House 1
53House 2
54Jazz Funk 1Difficult
55Jazz Funk 2
56Ballad 1Easy
57Ballad 2
58R&B 1Difficult
59R&B 2Nomal
60Motor Town 1
61Motor Town 2
62Urban Funk 1Difficult
63Urban Funk 2
64Fusion 1
65Fusion 2
66Fusion Samba 1
67Fusion Samba 2
68Swing Jazz 1Nomal
Song No.Song NameDiffi-culty
69Swing Jazz 2Nomal
Song
70Simple RockEasy
71Pop Rock
72R&R
73Groove RockNomal
74Hard Rock
75Contemporary R&BDifficult
76Hard ShuffleNomal
77Blues Shuffle
78A.O.RDifficult
79SoulNomal
80Club Mix
81House
82Jazz FunkDifficult
83BalladEasy
84R&BDifficult
85Motor TownNomal
86Urban FunkDifficult
87Fusion
88Fusion Samba
89Swing JazzNomal
Latin
90MamboDifficult
91Rhumba Guaguanco
92Bossa-Nova
93Samba BatucadaNomal
94Cha-Cha
95CompatsaDifficult
96Songo
97Mozanbique
98ReggaeNomal
99Bemde(African 6/8)Difficult

Demo: These songs demonstrate the drum sounds and rhythms.
Pattern: These are special loop-repeating patterns for drum practice. A variety of basic patterns are included in this type.
Fill in: These are special fill patterns appropriate for use with many rhythms.
Song: These include drum and fill-in patterns, and are ideal for general practice purposes.
Latin: These are special loop-repeating Latin rhythm patterns.

Drum Kit List

YAMAHA DD-55-DD-55C - Drum Kit List - 1

Categ- goryKit No.Kit NamePad 1Pad 2Pad 3Pad 4
Demo00Stereo Kit 1053Open Rim Shot061Mid Tom H063Low Tom065Floor Tom L
01Heavy Metal Kit032Rock Snare M080Rock Mid Tom L081Rock Low Tom083Rock Floor Tom L
02Dance Kit057Dance Open Rim Shot147Timbale H148Timbale L015Dance Bass Drum
03Latin Kit130Conga H Open145Timbale H146Timbale L134Conga L
04Stereo Kit 2053Open Rim Shot060High Tom062Mid Tom L064Floor Tom H
Song05Standard Kit 1024Snare H Hard067Mid Tom H068Mid Tom L070Floor Tom H
06Rock Kit 1033Rock Snare H Hard078Rock High Tom080Rock Mid Tom L081Rock Low Tom
07R & R Kit023Snare M067Mid Tom H069Low Tom071Floor Tom L
08Rock Kit 2032Rock Snare M080Rock Mid Tom L081Rock Low Tom083Rock Floor Tom L
09Hard Rock Kit024Snare H Hard067Mid Tom H068Mid Tom L070Floor Tom H
10R & B Kit 1032Rock Snare M048Side Sticks081Rock Low Tom083Rock Floor Tom L
11Shuffle Kit053Open Rim Shot061Mid Tom H063Low Tom065Floor Tom L
12Blues Kit053Open Rim Shot060High Tom062Mid Tom L064Floor Tom H
13A.O.R. Kit053Open Rim Shot061Mid Tom H063Low Tom064Floor Tom H
14Soul Kit033Rock Snare H Hard079Rock Mid Tom H081Rock Low Tom083Rock Floor Tom L
15Club Kit030Room Snare H Hard074Room Mid Tom L075Room Low Tom077Floor Floor Tom L
16House Kit057Dance Open Rim Shot092Dance Mid Tom L093Dance Low Tom094Dance Floor Tom H
17Jazz Funk Kit024Snare H Hard067Mid Tom H069Low Tom070Floor Tom H
18Ballad Kit030Room Snare H Hard072Room High Tom074Room Mid Tom L076Floor Floor Tom H
19R & B Kit 2023Snare M068Mid Tom L069Low Tom070Floor Tom H
20R & B Kit 3024Snare H Hard067Mid Tom H069Low Tom071Floor Tom L
21Funk Kit054Open Rim Shot081Rock Low Tom120Splash Cymbal083Rock Floor Tom L
22Fusion Kit 1053Open Rim Shot061Mid Tom H063Low Tom064Floor Tom H
23Fusion Kit 2024Snare H Hard066High Tom068Mid Tom L069Low Tom
24Jazz Kit055Open Rim Shot 2096Jazz High Tom098Jazz Mid Tom L100Jazz Floor Tom H
Latin25Mambo Kit048Side Sticks066High Tom068Mid Tom L069Low Tom
26Rumba Kit048Side Sticks066High Tom069Low Tom070Floor Tom H
27Bossa Nova Kit048Side Sticks066High Tom068Mid Tom L069Low Tom
28Samba Kit176Tamborim Solto164Cuica Open163Cuica Mute178Tamborim Nylon Volta
29Cha Cha Cha Kit130Conga H Open141Bongo H142Bongo L131Conga L
30Comparaša Kit054Open Rim Shot066High Tom068Mid Tom L069Low Tom
31Songo Kit054Open Rim Shot066High Tom069Low Tom070Floor Tom H
32Conga Kit130Conga H Open141Bongo H142Bongo L131Conga L
33Reggae Kit048Side Sticks024Snare H Hard067Mid Tom H069Low Tom
34Bembe Kit024Snare H Hard067Mid Tom H069Low Tom070Floor Tom H
Sequen-tial Kit35Sequence Kit 1
36Sequence Kit 2
37Sequence Kit 3
38Sequence Kit 4
39Sequence Kit 5
40Sequence Kit 6
41Sequence Kit 7
42Sequence Kit 8
43Sequence Kit 9
44Sequence Kit 10
Small Pad 1Small Pad 2Small Pad 3Pedal 1Pedal 2
106Crash Cymbal 1111Ride Cymbal 1102Hi-Hat Closed/Open *001Bass Drum Hard102Hi-Hat Closed/Open *
108Crash Cymbal 1116Ride Cymbal Cup105Hi-Hat Open010Rock Bass Drum010Rock Bass Drum
120Splash Cymbal182Hi Q104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *014Dance Bass Drum Hard104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *
106Crash Cymbal 1125Cowbell129Conga H Close000Bass Drum Soft157Claves
106Crash Cymbal 1111Ride Cymbal 1102Hi-Hat Closed/Open *001Bass Drum Hard102Hi-Hat Closed/Open *
108Crash Cymbal 1113Ride Cymbal 1104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *003Bass Drum Soft104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *
108Crash Cymbal 1113Ride Cymbal 1104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *008Rock Bass Drum Soft104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *
108Crash Cymbal 1113Ride Cymbal 1104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *003Bass Drum Soft104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *
108Crash Cymbal 1116Ride Cymbal Cup104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *010Rock Bass Drum104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *
108Crash Cymbal 1116Ride Cymbal Cup104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *005Bass Drum104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *
108Crash Cymbal 1113Ride Cymbal 1104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *009Rock Bass Drum Hard104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *
106Crash Cymbal 1115Ride Cymbal Cup102Hi-Hat Closed/Open *001Bass Drum Hard102Hi-Hat Closed/Open *
106Crash Cymbal 1111Ride Cymbal 1102Hi-Hat Closed/Open *001Bass Drum Hard102Hi-Hat Closed/Open *
106Crash Cymbal 1111Ride Cymbal 1102Hi-Hat Closed/Open *002Bass Drum102Hi-Hat Closed/Open *
108Crash Cymbal 1121Hand Clap104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *008Rock Bass Drum Soft104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *
108Crash Cymbal 1120Splash Cymbal104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *007Room Bass Drum104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *
013Dance Bass Drum Soft109Crash Cymbal 2121Hand Clap015Dance Bass Drum104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *
108Crash Cymbal 1116Ride Cymbal Cup104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *005Bass Drum104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *
108Crash Cymbal 1113Ride Cymbal 1104HI-Hat Closed/Open *003Bass Drum Soft104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *
108Crash Cymbal 1114Ride Cymbal 2104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *005Bass Drum104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *
108Crash Cymbal 1113Ride Cymbal 1104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *003Bass Drum Soft104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *
108Crash Cymbal 1116Ride Cymbal Cup104Hi-hat Closed/Open *003Bass Drum Soft104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *
106Crash Cymbal 1111Ride Cymbal 1102Hi-Hat Closed/Open *002Bass Drum102Hi-Hat Closed/Open *
108Crash Cymbal 1114Ride Cymbal 2104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *003Bass Drum Soft104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *
108Crash Cymbal 1114Ride Cymbal 2052Jazz Side Sticks016Jazz Bass Drum Soft104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *
108Crash Cymbal 1116Ride Cymbal Cup126Cowbell003Bass Drum Soft104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *
108Crash Cymbal 1104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *157Claves003Bass Drum Soft104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *
120Splash Cymbal114Ride Cymbal 2104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *003Bass Drum Soft104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *
149Agogo H150Agogo L177Tamborim Ponta180Surdo Mute181Surdo Open
162Guiro Long161Guiro Short129Conga H Close157Claves153Maracas
157Claves114Ride Cymbal 2126Cowbell004Bass Drum Hard104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *
108Crash Cymbal 1116Ride Cymbal Cup120Splash Cymbal005Bass Drum104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *
157Claves125Cowbell129Conga H Close161Guiro Short162Guiro Long
108Crash Cymbal 1114Ride Cymbal 2104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *004Bass Drum Hard104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *
108Crash Cymbal 1116Ride Cymbal Cup048Side Sticks005Bass Drum104Hi-Hat Closed/Open *

Drum Map

  • “<——” indicates that in the column on the immediate left.
    Each percussion voice uses one note.
  • The MIDI Note # and Note are actually one octave lower than listed. For example, in "GM Standard 1", the "Seq Click H" (Note# 36/Note C1) corresponds to (Note# 24/Note C0).

(MSB = 127, LSB = 000)

Program Change No.000001008016024027032119
KeyboardMIDIGM Standard 1Standard 2RoomRockElectronic KitDanceJazzStereo & Latin
25C#013C#-1Surdo Mute<----<----<----<----<----
26D014D-1Surdo Open<----<----<----<----<----
27D#015D#-1Hi Q<----<----<----<----<----
28E016E-1Whip Slap<----<----<----<----<----
29F017F-1Scratch Push<----<----<----<----<----
30F#018F#-1Scratch Pull<----<----<----<----<----
31G019G-1Finger Snap<----<----<----<----<----
32G#020G#-1Click Noise<----<----<----<----<----
33A021A-1Metronome Click<----<----<----<----<----
34A#022A#-1Metronome Bell<----<----<----<----<----
35B023B-1Seq Click L<----<----<----<----<----
36C124C-0Seq Click H<----<----<----<----<----
37C#125C#-0Brush Tap<----<----<----<----Brush Tap
38D126D-0Brush Swirl<----<----<----<----Brush Swirl
39D#127D#-0Brush Slap<----<----<----<----Brush Slap
40E128E-0Brush Tap Swirl<----<----Reverse Cymbal<----Brush Tap Swirl
41F129F-0Snare Roll<----<----<----<----Snare Roll
42F#130F#-0Castanet<----<----Hi Q Low<----Jazz Castanet
43G131G-0Snare H SoftSnare H Soft 2Snare H SoftSnare LAnSD SnappyJazz Snare H Soft
44G#132G#-0Sticks<----<----<----<----<----
45A133A-0Bass Drum Soft<----<----Rock Bass Drum Soft<----Jazz Bass Drum Soft
46A#134A#-0Open Rim ShotOpen Rim Shot 2Open Rim Shot<----Dance Open Rim ShotJazz Open Rim Shot 2
47B135B-0Bass Drum Hard<----<----Rock Bass Drum Hard<----Hi-Hat Closed
48C236C-1Bass DrumRoom Bass DrumRoom Bass DrumElec. Bass Drum HardDance Bass Drum HardJazz Bass Drum Hard
49C#237C#-1Side SticksSide Sticks 2Side Sticks<----Dance Side SticksJazz Bass Drum Hard
50D238D-1Snare M2Room Snare MRock Snare MElec. Snare Drum MDance Snare MJazz Snare M
51D#239D#-1Hand Clap<----<----<----<----<----
52E240E-1Snare H HardSnare H Hard 2Room Snare H HardRock Snare H HardDance Snare H HardJazz Snare H Hard
53F241F-1Floor Tom LRoom Floor Tom LRock Floor Tom LElec. Floor Tom LDance Floor Tom LFloor Tom L
54F#242F#-1Hi-Hat Closed<----<----<----<----<----
55G243G-1Floor Tom H<----Room Floor Tom HRock Floor Tom HDance Floor Tom HJazz Floor Tom H
56G#244G#-1Hi-Hat Pedal<----<----<----<----Hi-Hat Pedal
57A245A-1Low Tom<----Room Low TomRock Low TomDance Low TomLow Tom
58A#246A#-1Hi-Hat Open<----<----<----<----Hi-Hat Open
59B247B-1Mid Tom L<----Room Mid Tom LRock Mid Tom LDance Mid Tom LMid Tom L
60C348C-2Mid Tom H<----Room Mid Tom HRock Mid Tom HDance Mid Tom HMid Tom H
61C#349C#-2Crash Cymbal 1<----<----<----Dance CymbalCrash Cymbal 1
62D350D-2High Tom<----Room High TomRock High TomDance High TomHigh Tom
63D#351D#-2Ride Cymbal 1<----<----<----<----Ride Cymbal 1
64E352E-2Chinese Cymbal<----<----<----<----Chinese Cymbal
65F353F-2Ride Cymbal Cup<----<----<----<----Ride Cymbal Cup
66F#354F#-2Tambourine<----<----<----<----Tambourine
67G355G-2Splash Cymbal<----<----<----<----Splash Cymbal
68G#356G#-2Cowbell<----<----<----Dance CowbellJazz Cowbell
69A357A-2Crash Cymbal 2<----<----<----<----Crash Cymbal 2
70A#358A#-2Vibraslap<----<----<----<----<----
71B359B-2Ride Cymbal 2<----<----<----<----Ride Cymbal 2
72C460C-3Bongo H<----<----<----<----Bongo H
73C#461C#-3Bongo L<----<----<----<----Bongo L
74D462D-3Conga H Mute<----<----<----Dance Conga H MuteJazz Conga H Close
75D#463D#-3Conga H Open<----<----<----Dance Conga H OpenJazz Conga H Open
76E464E-3Conga L<----<----<----Dance Conga LConga L
77F465F-3Timbale H<----<----<----<----Timbale H
78F#466F#-3Timbale L<----<----<----<----Timbale L
79G467G-3Agogo H<----<----<----<----<----
80G#468G#-3Agogo L<----<----<----<----<----
81A469A-3Cabasa<----<----<----<----Cabasa
82A#470A#-3Maracas<----<----<----<----Maracas
83B471B-3Samba Whistle H<----<----<----<----Samba Whistle H
84C572C-4Samba Whistle L<----<----<----<----Samba Whistle L
85C#573C#-4Guiro Short<----<----<----<----Guiro Short
86D574D-4Guiro Long<----<----<----<----<----
87D#575D#-4Claves<----<----<----<----<----
88E576E-4Wood Block H<----<----<----<----<----
89F577F-4Wood Block L<----<----<----<----<----
90F#578F#-4Cuica Mute<----<----<----<----<----
91G579G-4Cuica Open<----<----<----<----<----
92G#580G#-4Triangle Mute<----<----<----<----<----
93A581A-4Triangle Open<----<----<----<----<----
94A#582A#-4Shaker<----<----<----<----Shaker
95B583B-4Jingle Bell<----<----<----<----<----
96C684C-5Bell Tree<----<----<----<----<----
97C#685C#-5Pandiero Koto
98D686D-5Pandiero Sotto
99D#687D#-5Pandiero Ponta
100E688E-5Pandiero Calcanhar
101F689F-5Tamborim Sotto
102F#690F#-5Tamborim Ponta
103G691G-5Tamborim Nylon Volta
104G#692G#-5Conga Muff
Program Change No.120121122123124125126127
KeyboardMIDIPad Standard 1Pad Standard 2Pad RoomPad RockPad ElectronicPad DancePad JazzPad Stereo & Latin
25C#013C# -1<----<----<----<----<----<----
26D014D -1<----<----<----<----<----<----
27D#015D# -1<----<----<----<----<----<----
28E016E -1<----<----<----<----<----<----
29F017F -1<----<----<----<----<----<----
30F#018F# -1<----<----<----<----<----<----
31G019G -1<----<----<----<----<----<----
32G#020G# -1<----<----<----<----<----<----
33A021A -1<----<----<----<----<----<----
34A#022A# -1<----<----<----<----<----<----
35B023B -1<----<----<----<----<----<----
36C124C 0<----<----<----<----<----<----
37C#125C# 0Brush Tap<----<----<----<----Brush Tap
38D126D 0(Brush Swirl)<----<----<----(Brush Swirl)(Brush Swirl)
39D#127D# 0Brush Slap<----<----<----Brush SlapBrush Slap
40E128E 0(Brush Tap Swirl)<----<----(Reverse Cymbal)(Brush Tap Swirl)(Brush Tap Swirl)
41F129F 0(Snare Roll)<----<----<----(Snare Roll)(Snare Roll)
42F#130F# 0<----<----<----Hi Q LowJazz Castanet<----
43G131G 0Snare H SoftSnare H Soft 2Room Snare H SoftRock Snare HJazz Snare H SoftSnare H Soft
44G#132G# 0<----<----<----<----<----<----
45A133A 0Bass Drum Soft<----<----Rock Bass Drum SoftJazz Bass Drum SoftBass Drum Soft
46A#134A# 0Open Rim ShotOpen Rim Shot 2Room Open Rim Shot<----Open Rim Shot 2Open Rim Shot
47B135B 0Bass Drum Hard<----<----Rock Bass Drum HardJazz Bass Drum HardBass Drum Hard
48C236C 1Bass DrumBass Drum 2Room Bass DrumRock Bass DrumJazz Bass DrumBass Drum
49C#237C# 1Side SticksSide Sticks 2Room Side Sticks<----Side SticksSide Sticks
50D238D 1Snare MSnare M 2Room Snare MRock Snare MJazz Snare MSnare M
51D#239D# 1<----<----<----<----<----<----
52E240E 1Snare H HardSnare H Hard 2Room Snare H HardRock Snare H HardJazz Snare H HardSnare H Hard
53F241F 1Floor Tom L<----Floor Tom LRock Floor Tom LJazz Floor Tom LFloor Tom L
54F#242F# 1Hi-Hat Closed<----<----<----Hi-Hat ClosedHi-Hat Closed
55G243G 1Floor Tom H<----Floor Tom HRock Floor Tom HJazz Floor Tom HFloor Tom H
56G#244G# 1Hi-Hat Pedal<----<----<----Hi-Hat PedalHi-Hat Pedal
57A245A 1Low Tom<----Room Low TomRock Low TomJazz Low TomLow Tom
58A#246A# 1Hi-Hat Open<----<----<----Hi-Hat OpenHi-Hat Open
59B247B 1Mid Tom L<----Room Mid Tom LRock Mid Tom LJazz Mid Tom LMid Tom L
60C348C 2Mid Tom H<----Room Mid Tom HRock Mid Tom HJazz Mid Tom HMid Tom H
61C#349C# 2Crash Cymbal 1<----<----<----Crash Cymbal 1Crash Cymbal 1
62D350D 2High Tom<----Room High TomRock High TomJazz High TomHigh Tom
63D#351D# 2Ride Cymbal 1<----<----<----<----Ride Cymbal 1
64E352E 2Chinese Cymbal<----<----<----<----Chinese Cymbal
65F353F 2Ride Cymbal Cup<----<----<----<----Ride Cymbal Cup
66F#354F# 2Tambourine<----<----<----<----Tambourine
67G355G 2Splash Cymbal<----<----<----<----Splash Cymbal
68G#356G# 2Cowbell<----<----<----Jazz CowbellCowbell
69A357A 2Crash Cymbal 2<----<----<----<----Crash Cymbal 2
70A#358A# 2<----<----<----<----<----<----
71B359B 2Ride Cymbal 2<----<----<----<----Ride Cymbal 2
72C460C 3Bongo H<----<----<----<----Bongo H
73C#461C# 3Bongo L<----<----<----<----Bongo L
74D462D 3Conga H Close<----<----<----Jazz Conga H MuteConga H Close
75D#463D# 3Conga H Open<----<----<----Jazz Conga H OpenConga H Open
76E464E 3Conga L<----<----<----Jazz Conga LConga L
77F465F 3Timbale H<----<----<----<----Timbale H
78F#466F# 3Timbale L<----<----<----<----Timbale L
79G467G 3<----<----<----<----<----<----
80G#468G# 3<----<----<----<----<----<----
81A469A 3Cabasa<----<----<----<----Cabasa
82A#470A# 3Maracas<----<----<----<----Maracas
83B471B 3(Samba Whistle H)<----<----<----<----<----
84C572C 4(Samba Whistle L)<----<----<----<----<----
85C#573C# 4Guiro Short<----<----<----<----Guiro Short
86D574D 4<----<----<----<----<----<----
87D#575D# 4<----<----<----<----<----<----
88E576E 4<----<----<----<----<----<----
89F577F 4<----<----<----<----<----<----
90F#578F# 4<----<----<----<----<----<----
91G579G 4<----<----<----<----<----<----
92G#580G# 4<----<----<----<----<----<----
93A581A 4<----<----<----<----<----<----
94A#582A# 4Shaker<----<----<----<----Shaker
95B583B 4<----<----<----<----<----<----
96C684C 5<----<----<----<----<----<----
97C#685C# 5Pandiero Koto
98D686D 5Pandiero Soltto
99D#687D# 5Pandiero Ponta
100E688E 5Pandiero Calcanhar
101F689F 5Tamborim Soltto
102F#690F# 5Tamborim Ponta
103G691G 5Tamborim Nylon Volta
104G#692G# 5Conga Muff

GM Voice List

(MSB=000, LSB=000)

Program Change No.Voice Name
000Grand Piano
001Bright Piano
002ElecGrandPno
003Honkytonk
004El.Piano 1
005El.Piano 2
006Harpsichord
007Clavi.
008Celesta
009Glockenspiel
010Music Box
011Vibraphone
012Marimba
013Xylophone
014TubularBells
015Dulcimer
016DrawbarOrgan
017Perc.Organ
018Rock Organ
019Church Organ
020Reed Organ
021Accordion
022Harmonica
023Tango Accord
024Nylon Guitar
025Steel Guitar
026Jazz Guitar
027Clean Guitar
028Muted Guitar
029Overdriven
030Distortion
031GtrHarmonics
032AcousticBass
033Finger Bass
034Pick Bass
035FretlessBass
036Slap Bass 1
037Slap Bass 2
038Synth Bass 1
039Synth Bass 2
040Violin
041Viola
042Cello
043Contrabass
044Trem Strings
045PizzicatoStr
046Orch.Harp
047Timpani
Program Change No.Voice Name
048Strings 1
049Strings 2
050SynStrings1
051SynStrings2
052Choir Aahs
053Voice Oohs
054Synth Voice
055OrchestraHit
056Trumpet
057Trombone
058Tuba
059MutedTrumpet
060French Horn
061BrassSection
062SynthBrass1
063SynthBrass2
064Soprano Sax
065Alto Sax
066Tenor Sax
067Baritone Sax
068Oboe
069English Horn
070Bassoon
071Clarinet
072Piccolo
073Flute
074Recorder
075Pan Flute
076Blown Bottle
077Shakuhachi
078Whistle
079Ocarina
080Square Lead
081SawtoothLead
082CalliopeLead
083Chiff Lead
084Charang Lead
085Voice Lead
086Fifths Lead
087Bass & Lead
088New Age Pad
089Warm Pad
090PolySynthPad
091Choir Pad
092Bowed Pad
093Metallic Pad
094Halo Pad
095Sweep Pad
Program Change No.Voice Name
096Rain
097Sound Track
098Crystal
099Atmosphere
100Brightness
101Goblins
102Echoes
103Sci-Fi
104Sitar
105Banjo
106Shamisen
107Koto
108Kalimba
109Bagpipe
110Fiddle
111Shanai
112Tinkle Bell
113Agogo
114Steel Drums
115Woodblock
116Taiko Drum
117Melodic Tom
118Synth Drum
119Rev.Cymbal
120GtrFretNoise
121Breath Noise
122Seashore
123Bird Tweet
124TelephonRing
125Helicopter
126Applause
127Gunshot

YAMAHA [ DIGITAL PERCUSSION ]

Date:07-FEB-2001

Model DD-55 MIDI Implementation Chart

Version : 1.0

Function...TransmittedRecognizedRemarks
Basic ChannelDefault10 - 161 - 16
Changed1 - 161 - 16
ModeDefault33
Messagesxx
Altered**********x
Note Number : True voice0 - 12713 - 96
**********13 - 96
Velocity Note ON Note OFFo 9nH, v=1-127o 9nH, v=1-127
o 9nH, v=0o 9nH, v=0
After Key's Touch Ch'sxx
xx
Pitch Bendo *3o
Control Change0,32ooBank Select Modulation Data Entry Volume Pan Expression Sustain Harmonic Content Release Time Brightness Portament Cntrl Reverb Depth Chorus Depth Variation Depth Data Inc,Dec RPN LSB,MSB
1o *3o
6,38o *3o
7oo
10o *1o
11oo
64o *3o
71o *3o
72o *3o
73o *3o
84o *3o
91oo
93o *3o
94o *3o
96,97o *3o
100,101o *3o
Prog Change : True #oo 0 - 127
**********
System Exclusiveo *4o *4
Common : Song Sel. : Tunexx
xx
xx
System : Clock Real Time: Commandsoo
oo *2
Aux :All Sound OFF :Reset All Cntrls :Local ON/OFF :All Notes OFF Mes- :Active Sense sages:Resetxo(120) o(121)
xx
xx
xo
xx

NOTE:

1 Value of Pan for each drum pad and foot pedal is not transmitted via MIDI.
2 The DD-55 can accept Start/Stop signals, received via MIDI, by setting the MIDI clock to "External".
3 This data is transmitted only when it is contained in the song data.
4 Exclusive

F0H, 7EH, 7FH, 09H, 01H, F7H

  • This message automatically restores all default settings for the instrument, with the exception of MIDI Master Tuning.

F0H, 7FH, 7FH, 04H, 01H, II, mm, F7H
- This message allows the volume of all channels to be changed simultaneously (Universal System Exclusive).
- The values of "mm" is used for MIDI Master Tuning. (Values for "ill" are ignored.)

  • mm:Reverb Type MSB
    II:Reverb Type LSB

Refer to the Effect Map (page 43) for details.

Refer to the Effect Map (page 43) for details.

F0H, 43H, 1nH, 4CH, 02H, 01H, 40H, mmH, IIH, F7H
- mm : DSP Type MSB
- II:DSP Type LSB
Refer to the Effect Map (page 43) for details.

F0H, 43H, 1nH, 4CH, 08H, 0mH, 11H, IIH, F7H

  • II: Dry Level
  • 0m : Channel Number

*5 Recording to an external sequencer from the DD-55 and playing back the data may result in selection of a different Reverb effect or a different kit.

Sending MIDI data from the DD-55 to an external tone generator may result in an unexpected voice, particularly if the tone generator doesn't have the same kind of voice as the DD-55.

■ Effect map

  • If the received value does not contain an effect type in the TYPE LSB, the LSB will be directed to TYPE 0.
  • The numbers in parentheses in front of the Effect Type names correspond to the number indicated in the display.
  • By using an external sequencer, which is capable of editing and transmitting the system exclusive messages and parameter changes, you can select the Reverb, Chorus and DSP effect types which are not accessible from the DD-55 panel itself.

REVERB

TYPEMSBTYPE LSB
000102081617181920
000No Effect
001(1)Hall1(2)Hall2
002Room(3)Room1(4)Room2
003Stage(5)Stage1(6)Stage2
004Plate(7)Plate1(8)Plate2
005...127No Effect

CHORUS

TYPE MSBTYPE LSB
000102081617181920
000...064No Effect
065ChorusChorus2
066CelesteChorus1
067FlangerFlanger1Flanger2
068...127No Effect

DSP

TYPE MSBTYPE LSB
000102081617181920
000No Effect
001(1)Hall1(2)Hall2
002Room(3)Room1(4)Room2
003Stage(5)Stage1(6)Stage2
004Plate(7)Plate1(8)Plate2
005Delay L,C,R(26)Delay L,C,R
006(27)Delay L,R
007(28)Echo
008(29)Cross Delay
009(9)Early Reflection1(10)Early Reflection2
010(11)Gate Reverb
011(12)Reverse Gate
012...019No Effect
020(30)Karaoke
021...064No Effect
065Chorus(14)Chorus2
066Celeste(13)Chorus1
067Flanger(15)Flanger1(16)Flanger2
068Symphonic(17)Symphonic
069Rotary Speaker(19)Rotary Speaker1
070Tremolo(21)Tremolo1
071Auto Pan(24)Auto Pan(20)Rotary Speaker2(22)Tremolo2(23)Guitar Tremolo
072(18)Phaser
073Distortion
074(33)Overdrive
075(34)Amp Simulation(31)Distortion Hard(32)Distortion Soft
076(36)3Band EQ(35)EQ Telephone
077(37)2Band EQ
078Auto Wah(25)Auto Wah
079...127No Effect

Specifications

Drum Pads

7 pads (125mm x 4, 88mm x 3), Touch Sensitive

Maximum Polyphony

32

Drum Kits

45 Preset +1 Custom

Songs

100

Tracks

4 (DRUM 1/DRUM 2/DRUM 3/BACKING)

Custom Song

1 Song (approximately 20,000 notes)

Voices

Drum Voices 192 + GM Voices 128 + Drum Kits 8

Functions

Track ON/OFF, TAP START, BREAK, A-B REPEAT, DEMO

Panel Controls

[STANDBY/ON] switch, [PAD] button, [KIT] button, [SONG] button, [TEMPO] button, VOLUME [▲], [▼] buttons, [HAND PERC] button, TRACK (DRUM 1/DRUM 2/ DRUM 3/BACKING) button, [DEMO] button, [CLICK] button, [START/STOP] button, [A-B REPEAT] button, [BREAK/TAP] button, [REC] button, DIAL

LED Display

Song/Drum Kit/Tempo etc.

Auxiliary jacks

DC IN12 V, PHONES/OUTPUT, MIDI IN/OUT, PEDAL 1/2

Main Amplifier

5W + 5W

Speaker

8cmx2

Power Consumption

16 W

Power Supply

Adaptor : DC12V (Yamaha PA-5D or PA-5C sold separately)

Batteries: Six "C" size, R14P (LR14), or equivalent batteries (sold separately)

Dimensions (WxDxH)

558 x 355 x 174 mm (22" x 14" x 6" 7/8)

Weight

3.9kg (8 lbs. 10 oz)

Supplied Accessories

Drum Stick x 2, Foot Pedal 1 & 2, Owner's Manual

Optional Accessories

Headphones HPE-150

USB-MIDI Interface UX16

Limited Warranty

90 DAYS LABOR

1 YEAR PARTS

Yamaha Corporation of America, hereafter referred to as Yamaha, warrants to the original consumer of a product included in the categories listed below, that the product will be free of defects in materials and/or workmanship for the periods indicated. This warranty is applicable to all models included in the following series of products:

DD SERIES OF DIGITAL PERCUSSION

If during the first 90 days that immediately follows the purchase date, your new Yamaha product covered by this warranty is found to have a defect in material and/or workmanship, Yamaha and/or its authorized representative will repair such defect without charge for parts or labor.

If parts should be required after this 90 day period but within the one year period that immediately follows the purchase date, Yamaha will, subject to the terms of this warranty, supply these parts without charge. However, charges for labor, and/or any miscellaneous expenses incurred are the consumers responsibility. Yamaha reserves the right to utilize reconditioned parts in repairing these products and/or to use reconditioned units as warranty replacements.

THIS WARRANTY IS THE ONLY EXPRESS WARRANTY WHICH YAMAHA MAKES IN CONNECTION WITH THESE PRODUCTS. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANT ABILITIES LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY. YAMAHA EXCUSES AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE IN ANY EVENT FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

Some states do not allow limitations that relate to implied warranties and/or the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages. Therefore, these limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

CONSUMERS RESPONSIBILITIES

If warranty service should be required, it is necessary that the consumer assume certain responsibilities:

  1. Contact the Customer Service Department of the retailer selling the product, or any retail outlet authorized by Yamaha to sell the product for assistance. You may also contact Yamaha directly at the address provided below.
  2. Deliver the unit to be serviced under warranty to: the retailer selling the product, an authorized service center, or to Yamaha with an explanation of the problem. Please be prepared to provide proof purchase date (sales receipt, credit card copy, etc.) when requesting service and/or parts under warranty.
  3. Shipping and/or insurance costs are the consumers responsibility.* Units shipped for service should be packed securely.

*Repaired units will be returned PREPAID if warranty service is required within the first 90 days.

IMPORTANT: Do NOT ship anything to ANY location without prior authorization. A Return Authorization (RA) will be issued that has a tracking number assigned that will expedite the servicing of your unit and provide a tracking system if needed.

  1. Your owners manual contains important safety and operating instructions. It is your responsibility to be aware of the contents of this manual and to follow all safety precautions.

EXCLUSIONS

This warranty does not apply to units whose trade name, trademark, and/or ID numbers have been altered, defaced, exchanged removed, or to failures and/or damages that may occur as a result of:

  1. Neglect, abuse, abnormal strain, modification or exposure to extremes in temperature or humidity.
  2. Improper repair or maintenance by any person who is not a service representative of a retail outlet authorized by Yamaha to sell the product, an authorized service center, or an authorized service representative of Yamaha.
  3. This warranty is applicable only to units sold by retailers authorized by Yamaha to sell these products in the U.S.A., the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. This warranty is not applicable in other possessions or territories of the U.S.A. or in any other country.

Please record the model and serial number of the product you have purchased in the spaces provided below.

Model Serial # Sales Slip #

Purchased from Date

(Retailer)

YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA

Electronic Service Division

6600 Orangethorpe Avenue

Buena Park, CA 90620

KEEP THIS DOCUMENT FOR YOUR RECORDS. DO NOT MAIL!

For details of products, please contact your nearest Yamaha representative or the authorized distributor listed below.

Yamaha Canada Music Ltd.

135 Milner Avenue, Scarborough, Ontario,

M1S 3R1, Canada

Tel: 416-298-1311

U.S.A.

Yamaha Corporation of America

6600 Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, Calif. 90620,

U.S.A.

Tel: 714-522-9011

CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA

MEXICO

Yamaha de Mexico S.A. de C.V.

Calz. Javier Rojo Gomez #1149,

Col. Guadalupe del Moral

C.P.09300, Mexico,D.F.,Mexico

Tel: 55-5804-0600

BRAZIL

PANAMA AND OTHER LATIN

AMERICAN COUNTRIES/

CARIBBEAN COUNTRIES

Yamaha Music Latin America, S.A.

Torre Banco General, Piso 7, Urbanizacion Marbella,

Sherbourne Drive, Tilbrook, Milton Keynes,

MK7 8BL, England

Tel: 01908-366700

IRELAND

Danfay Ltd.

61D, Sallynoggin Road, Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin

Tel: 01-2859177

GERMANY

Yamaha Music Central Europe GmbH

Siemensstraße 22-34, 25462 Rellingen, Germany

Tel: 04101-3030

147 Skiathou Street, 112-55 Athens, Greece

Tel: 01-228 2160

SWEDEN

Yamaha Scandinavia AB

J. A. Wettergrens Gata 1

Box 30053

S-400 43 Göteborg, Sweden

Tel: 031 89 34 00

DENMARK

YS Copenhagen Liaison Office

Generatorvej 8B

DK-2730 Herlev, Denmark

Tel: 44 92 49 00

FINLAND

F-Musiikki Oy

Kluuvikatu 6, P.O. Box 260,

SF-00101 Helsinki, Finland

Tel: 09 618511

NORWAY

N-1345 Østerås, Norway

Tel: 67 16 77 70

ICELAND

Skifan HF

Skeifan 17 P.O. Box 8120

IS-128 Reykjavik, Iceland

Tel: 525 5000

OTHER EUROPEAN COUNTRIES

Yamaha Music Central Europe GmbH

Siemensstraße 22-34, 25462 Rellingen, Germany

Tel: +49-4101-3030

AFRICA

Yamaha Corporation,

Asia-Pacific Music Marketing Group

Nakazawa-cho 10-1, Hamamatsu, Japan 430-8650

Tel: +81-53-460-2312

MIDDLE EAST

TURKEY/CYPRUS

Yamaha Music Central Europe GmbH

Siemensstraße 22-34, 25462 Rellingen, Germany

Tel: 04101-3030

OTHER COUNTRIES

Yamaha Music Gulf FZE

LB21-128 Jebel Ali Freezone

P.O.Box 17328, Dubai, U.A.E.

Tel: +971-4-881-5868

ASIA

THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA

Yamaha Music & Electronics (China) Co., Ltd.

25/F., United Plaza, 1468 Nanjing Road (West),

Jingan, Shanghai, China

Tel: 021-6247-2211

HONG KONG

Tom Lee Music Co., Ltd.

11/F., Silvercord Tower 1, 30 Canton Road,

Tsimshatsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong

Tel: 2737-7688

INDONESIA

PT. Yamaha Music Indonesia (Distributor)

PT. Nusantik

Gedung Yamaha Music Center, Jalan Jend. Gatot

SubROTO Kav. 4, Jakarta 12930, Indonesia

Tel: 21-520-2577

KOREA

Yamaha Music Korea Ltd.

Tong-Yang Securities Bldg. 16F 23-8 Yoido-dong,

Youngdungpo-ku, Seoul, Korea

Tel: 02-3770-0660

MALAYSIA

Yamaha Music Malaysia, Sdn., Bhd.

Lot 8, Jalan Perbandaran, 47301 Kelana Jaya,

Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

Tel: 3-78030900

PHILIPPINES

Yupangco Music Corporation

339 Gil J. Puyat Avenue, P.O. Box 885 MCPO,

Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines

Tel: 819-7551

SINGAPORE

Yamaha Music Asia Pte., Ltd.

03-11 A-Z Building

140 Paya Lebor Road, Singapore 409015

Tel: 747-4374

TAIWAN

Yamaha KHS Music Co., Ltd.

3F, #6, Sec.2, Nan Jing E. Rd. Taipei.

Taiwan 104, R.O.C.

Tel:02-2511-8688

THAILAND

Siam Music Yamaha Co., Ltd.

891/1 Siam Motors Building, 15-16 floor

Rama 1 road, Wangmai, Pathumwan

Bangkok 10330, Thailand

Tel: 02-215-2626

OTHER ASIAN COUNTRIES

Yamaha Corporation,

Asia-Pacific Music Marketing Group

Nakazawa-cho 10-1, Hamamatsu, Japan 430-8650

Tel: +81-53-460-2317

OCEANIA

AUSTRALIA

Yamaha Music Australia Pty. Ltd.

Level 1, 99 Queensbridge Street, Southbank,

Victoria 3006, Australia

Tel: 3-9693-5111

NEW ZEALAND

Music Houses of N.Z. Ltd.

146/148 Captain Springs Road, Te Papapa,

Auckland, New Zealand

Tel: 9-634-0099

COUNTRIES AND TRUST

TERRITORIES IN PACIFIC OCEAN

Yamaha Corporation,

Asia-Pacific Music Marketing Group

Nakazawa-cho 10-1, Hamamatsu, Japan 430-8650

Tel: +81-53-460-2312

YAMAHA DD-55-DD-55C - TERRITORIES IN PACIFIC OCEAN - 1

YAMAHA

Yamaha PK CLUB (Portable Keyboard Home Page, English only)

http://www.yamahaPKclub.com/

Yamaha Manual Library

http://www2.yamaha.co.jp/manual/english/

U.R.G., Pro Audio & Digital Musical Instrument Division, Yamaha Corporation

© 2004 Yamaha Corporation

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