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RHYTHM DESIGNER RD-8 User Manual
About the RD-8
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Authentic recreation of the influential and highly sought after legendary
analog drum machine
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16 original drum sounds with additional parameters and
global Accent capability
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Modern and versatile workflow provides enhanced playability, enabling you
to create captivating live performances
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Powerful 64-step drum sequencer supports poly-meter, step-repeat,
note-repeat, Real-Time Triggering, track-mute and track-solo
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Integrated FX bus features Wave Designer and dual-mode Analog Filter with
per voice assignment
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Live recording, editing and playback of Analog Filter cutoff via automation
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Storage of up to 16 songs and 256 patterns, all of which can be imported/
exported during playback for unlimited songs and patterns
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Pattern Mode allows arrangement of patterns into full songs and setting
number of repeats per song part
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Song Mode allows chaining songs together for live sets and
expanded compositions
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Unique Auto Scroll feature enables improvisation in all modes
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Comprehensive MIDI In/Out/Thru and USB implementation for
synchronization and connection to external devices
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Sync options include USB, MIDI, Clock and Internal for maximum versatility
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11 independent analog outputs for external processing or recording your
rhythms as multi-track audio
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Powerful headphone and main outputs with ¼" (6.35 mm) connectors
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High-visibility LED display makes it easy to verify program parameters
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Robust encoder for editing parameters such as Tempo, Swing, Probability,
Flam and Random
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16 authentic-style step buttons with bold LED indicators for easy
pattern creation
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3-Year Warranty Program*
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Designed and engineered in the U.K.
*Warranty details can be found at www.musictribe.com
1. Introduction
An ultra-affordable leap into the warm world of analog drum beats, the
Behringer RD-8 gives you the power to create fascinating rhythms with incredible
power and ease. The RD-8’s pure analog signal uses legendary analog circuits
with some additional pots for more parameters.
The RD-8 is ideal for the studio and/or the road. Owning an RD-8 gives you all the
power of a classic drum machine in a flexible package with the ability to create
bewildering beats.
1.1 Before you get started
The RD-8 was carefully packed in the factory to guarantee safe transport.
Nevertheless, we recommend that you carefully examine the packaging and its
contents for any signs of physical damage that may have occurred during transit.
If the unit is damaged, please do NOT return it to us, but notify your dealer and
the shipping company immediately, otherwise claims for damage or replacement
may not be granted.
1.1.1 Initial operation
Be sure that there is enough space around the unit for cooling purposes and, to
avoid over-heating, please do not place the RD-8 on high temperature devices
such as radiators or power amps.
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WARNING:
The RD-8 is supplied with a DC power adapter that
meets the required safety standards. Do not use any other power adapter.
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WARNING:
Please make sure that all units have a proper ground
connection. For your own safety, never remove or disable the ground conductor
from any units.
1.2 The product manual
This product manual is designed to give you both an overview of the RD-8, as well
as detailed information on each of the controls and parameters. This manual is
based on software version
V2.0.1
. Further features and updates will be added
later so please regularly check for software updates using the SynthTool App.
You will find an overview of the physical control elements in the next chapter.
1.3 Preparation
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CAUTION:
Remember to turn your monitors/loudspeakers on last
when powering up your system. Turn your monitors/loudspeakers off first when
powering down your system.
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