Behringer RD-6 Analog Drum Machine User Manual

1. Sarrera

The Behringer RD-6 is an analog drum machine designed to provide classic drum sounds with modern connectivity. It features eight analog drum voices, a 16-step sequencer, and USB/MIDI integration for seamless studio workflow. This manual provides essential information for setting up, operating, and maintaining your RD-6 unit.

2. Segurtasun-argibide garrantzitsuak

• Read these instructions thoroughly before operating the device.
• Gorde jarraibide hauek etorkizuneko erreferentzia izateko.
• Kontuan izan abisu guztiak eta jarraitu argibide guztiak.
• Ez erabili aparatu hau uraren ondoan.
• Garbitu zapi lehor batekin bakarrik.
• Ez blokeatu aireztapen-irekidurak. Instalatu fabrikatzailearen argibideen arabera.
• Ez instalatu bero-iturri inongo ondoan, esate baterako, erradiadoreak, bero-erregistroak, sukaldeak edo beste aparatu batzuk (barne ampberoa sortzen duten argitzaileak).
• Babestu korronte-kablea oinez ibiltzetik edo atxilotzetik, batez ere entxufeetan, erosotasun-harguneetan eta aparatutik irteten diren puntuetan.
• Erabili soilik fabrikatzaileak zehaztutako eranskinak/osagarriak.
• Deskonektatu aparatu hau tximista-ekaitzetan edo denbora luzez erabiltzen ez duzunean.
• Jarri zerbitzu-zerbitzu guztiak zerbitzu-pertsonal kualifikatuari. Zerbitzua behar da aparatua edozein modutan hondatu denean, hala nola, elikatze-kablea edo entxufea hondatuta dagoenean, likidoa isuri denean edo objektuak aparatura erori direnean, aparatua euria edo hezetasuna jasan duenean, ez du normalean funtzionatzen. , edo erori egin da.

3. Konfigurazioa

3.1 Paketatzea

Carefully unpack your RD-6 unit. Inspect for any signs of damage during transit. Retain the packaging for future transport or storage.

3.2 Energia-konexioa

Konektatu barneko korronte-egokigailua DC SARRERA on the rear panel of the RD-6 and then to a suitable power outlet. Ensure the power switch is in the OFF position before connecting.

3.3 Audio-konexioak

The RD-6 offers various audio output options:

• NAHASTU: Connect a standard 1/4-inch TS cable from the MIX OUT jack to your mixer or audio interface for the main stereo output.
• VOICE OUT: Individual 1/4-inch TS outputs are available for each drum voice (OH/CH, CP, CY, LT/HT, SD, BD). Use these to process individual drum sounds separately.
• TELEFONOAK: Connect stereo headphones to the 1/4-inch TRS PHONES jack for monitoring.

3.4 MIDI eta USB konexioak

The RD-6 supports MIDI and USB for integration with other musical equipment and computers:

• MIDI IN/OUT/THRU: Use standard 5-pin MIDI cables to connect the RD-6 to other MIDI devices. MIDI IN receives clock and note data, MIDI OUT sends internal clock and pattern data, and MIDI THRU passes through incoming MIDI data.
• USBa: Connect a USB cable from the RD-6's USB port to your computer for MIDI communication and firmware updates.

3.5 Abiarazle irteerak

The RD-6 features two ERABILI jacks (1/8-inch TS) that can send trigger pulses to control external modular synthesizers or other compatible equipment.

Figure 1: Rear panel connections of the Behringer RD-6. This image displays the DC input, MIDI IN/OUT/THRU, USB port, MIX OUT, individual VOICE OUTs, and START/STOP jack.

4. Funtzionamendua

4.1 Aurrealdeko panela gainditzeaview

The front panel of the RD-6 provides access to all controls for sound generation, sequencing, and performance.

Figure 2: Behringer RD-6 front panel. This image shows the tempo knob, accent control, individual drum voice controls, mode selector, step buttons, and distortion section.

4.2 Danbor Ahotsak

The RD-6 features eight distinct analog drum voices:

• Bass Drum (BD): Controls for tone and decay.
• Snare Drum (SD): Controls for tone and snare level.
• Low Tom (LT) / High Tom (HT): Shared controls for tone and decay.
• Cymbal (CY) / Clap (CP): Shared controls for level.
• Open Hat (OH) / Closed Hat (CH): Shared controls for level.

Each voice has a dedicated level knob. The AZENTUA knob globally controls the intensity of accented steps.

4.3 Sequencing

The RD-6 features a 16-step sequencer for creating drum patterns.

1. Select Instrument: Sakatu INSTRUMENTUA button and then one of the 8 instrument buttons (BD, SD, LT/HT, CY/CP, OH/CH) to select the drum voice you wish to program.
2. Aukeratu modua: Biratu MODUA botoia WRITE PATTERN.
3. Sartu urratsak: Sakatu URRATSA buttons (1-16) to activate or deactivate the selected instrument on that step. An illuminated LED indicates an active step.
4. Add Accent: While in WRITE PATTERN mode, hold the AZENTUA button and press a STEP button to add an accent to that step.
5. Save Pattern: After programming, turn the MODUA botoia PLAY PATTERN. The pattern is automatically saved.
6. Hasi/Gelditu: Sakatu HASI/GELDITU button to begin or end pattern playback.
7. Denbora: Adjust the playback speed using the TEMPO botoia.

4.4 Pattern Chaining

You can chain multiple patterns to create longer sequences or full songs. The RD-6 supports chaining up to 250 bars.

4.5 Distortsioa

The RD-6 includes a built-in distortion effect. Use the DISTORTZIOA ON/OFF switch to activate it. Adjust the TONUA eta MAILA knobs to shape the distortion effect.

5. Mantentzea

5.1 Garbiketa

Clean the unit with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use liquid cleaners or solvents. Ensure the unit is powered off and unplugged before cleaning.

5.2 Biltegiratzea

When not in use for extended periods, store the RD-6 in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures. It is recommended to use the original packaging for storage and transport.

6. Arazoak

7. Zehaztapenak

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