The Behringer RD-6 Analog Drum Machine offers a classic analog drum sound with eight drum sounds, including an extra clap sound from a classic drum machine. It features a 64-step sequencer for programming groovy drum patterns. The true analog circuitry captures the essence of the original machine and brings 606-style sequencing into the modern era. The RD-6 provides eight powerful drum sounds, including an iconic clap sound that has been used in many dance and hip-hop songs. It also offers various connections such as MIDI and USB for connecting to your computer, 3.5mm jack outputs for each voice, and extra patch points for easy interfacing with other gear.
The RD-6 is a 606-style drum machine that brings the classics back to life. Based on a classic drum machine design, it adds new connectivity and enhancements that make it perfect for the modern era. Its compact size makes it ideal for creating loops and sequences on the fly. It provides eight distinct and powerful drum sounds, complete with accent and mix parameter controls to change the tones of your sounds in real-time. It even includes the sought-after clap sound from another classic drum machine, which has been heavily used in dance music and modern trap/hip-hop songs. The RD-6 faithfully captures the crisp and powerful sounds of the original, from bass drums to hi-hats.
The onboard 64-step sequencer allows you to easily create loops and percussive ideas on the fly. You can mix between the eight drum sounds, creating song ideas and grooves that can be used in music production. The step sequencer allows you to switch between 32 patterns in real-time, perfect for live performances. You can chain patterns together to create songs up to eight and a half minutes long, allowing you to progress through grooves. With 26 buttons and 11 knobs, the ergonomic layout gives you versatile control over your sounds and levels.
The RD-6 features true analog circuitry that faithfully recreates the crisp and powerful sounds of the original drum machine. It includes onboard distortion circuitry, modeled after the RAT synthesizer’s onboard effect, that allows you to push the boundaries of your drum sounds and add spice and edge to them. The compact design of the RD-6 makes it highly portable and it features both MIDI and USB connectivity, making it easy to use with your favorite music production software. It also offers a wide range of connectivity options, including outputs for each of the eight drum sounds. Additionally, the RD-6 is available in various colors to suit your style.
Specifications:
– Drum Sounds: 8
– Circuitry: Analog
– Power Input: DC input connector
– Power Switch: Push button on/off
– USB (MIDI): USB 2.0 type B
– MIDI In/Out/Thru: 2 x 5-pin DIN
– Start/Stop: 1 x 1/4″ TS
– Mix Out: 1 x 1/4″ TS unbalanced, 1 k ohms impedance
– Voice Output: 6 x 1/8″ TS unbalanced, 100 ohms impedance
– Sync In/Out: 2 x 1/8″ TRS (Tip is clock and Ring is the start message)
– Trigger Outs: LT and HT 2 x +15 V, 1PPS/24PPQ/48PPQ, 50 pulse length, 2PPQ narrow pulse length
– Phones: 1 x 1/8″ TRS stereo, 15 ohms impedance
– USB: Class compliant USB 2.0 type B
– Supported Operating Systems: Windows 7 or higher, Mac OS X 10.6.8 or higher
– Pattern Capacity: 2 x 16 patterns
– Steps: 16 steps
– External Power Adapter: 9 V DC, 670 mA
– Power Consumption: 2 W max
– Indicator: Power LED
– Operating Temperature Range: 5°C – 40°C (41°F – 104°F)
– Dimensions (H x W x D): 56 x 305 x 165 mm (2.2 x 12 x 6.5″)
– Weight: 0.9 kg (2.0 lbs)
– Shipping Weight: 1.6 kg (3.5 lbs)
– Product Code: RD-6-TB
