User manual ROLAND D-5 EDIT VOLUME

[. . . ] Use the [+/-] buttons or turn the [VALUE] knob to select different kits. The secret of the realistic sounds is the combination of the "D-5" with pads carefully designed for great playing feel Like acoustic drums, V-Drums, no matter what pad configuration you have chosen, will give you an incredibly natural expressiveness, feeling and response. This allows you to play as you would on acoustic drums. [. . . ] cymbal (CY-12C , CY-13R) Bow shot The most common and normal playing technique on the main surface of the cymbal. Using the shoulder of the stick to strike the edge of the cymbal. By using your hand to grasp the edge of the cymbal after hitting it, you can choke or "mute" the sound. The stick against the head and strike the rim with the stick's shoulder. You can have a natural "bell" sound when hitting this part of the cymbal pad. You can also use the MIX IN jack to play along with an external audio source (MP3 player or CD player etc). And you can connect a USB Key as well for the same purpose. Playing along with the built-in songs Use the [+/-] buttons or turn the When you press the [ ] button again, the button goes dark and playback stops. Playing along with songs from a USB memory key After you have saved songs on your USB memory key from your computer, you can use this as an external audio source to play along with. Practicing with the D-5's built in metronome will help you perfect your tempo skills. While holding down the [SHIFT] The D-5's Scope function makes practicing even more fun and challenging by displaying your timing in real time. Dragging - behind the beat Rushing - ahead of the beat By pressing the [F2] (ZOOM-) button you can zoom out to see a broader area. When your timing is good By pressing the [F3] (ZOOM+) button you can zoom in to see more details. There are different ways to expand the size of the D-5K2/9KX2 to adapt to your playing style. By adding a V hi-hat, you can enjoy the same playing feel and expressiveness as with an acoustic hi-hat. The D-5 comes with the toms and crash cymbals shown in this illustration. The original cymbal pad (CY-5) used for the hi-hat can be used as a splash or crash cymbal. Mount it using an Cymbal Mount (MDY-12 : sold separately) or Cymbal Parts Set (CYM-10 : sold separately). [. . . ] Mount it using an Cymbal Mount (MDY-12 : sold separately) or Cymbal Parts Set (CYM-10 : sold separately). In addition to items proposed here, you can expand your system with other options. For details, talk with your local Roland dealer or check out the Roland website. [. . . ]