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DrumXchanger Analog Code
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Plug-in
Control Elements
TRIGGER Module
Trigger Meter
In contrast to common sound replacement tools, the DrumX-
changer’s Trigger module processes signals at two different
levels. The Dual-Threshold technique takes transient and
level values in consideration and therefore guarantees an
extremely effective recognition.
This recognition method relies on the Trigger module’s cen-
tral tools for graphic visualization and control, i.e. the trigger
meters, which give information about the replacement activ-
ity. The left-hand TRANS trigger meter indicates the signal’s
transient level, while the right-hand LEVEL trigger meter dis-
plays the level of the trigger signals.
The green arrows indicate the threshold for samples to be played
back. Both thresholds must be reached at the same time (both
arrows blink) in order for the sample to be played back. The blue
LED in the PLAY button illuminates when a sample is triggered.
The red arrow on the right, next to the LEVEL trigger meter, deter-
mines the threshold for RIM shots to be triggered. If the red arrow
is set accordingly, the rim shot will also be played back when
reached.
TRANS Trigger Meter
The left-hand trigger meter indicates the transients’ level. Use the
GAIN control directly above it to set the amplitude level (see Tran-
sient GAIN Control on page 19).
The green arrow corresponds to the threshold, in other words, it
determines when a sample is to be played back (arrow blinks).
Given that recognition relies on both parameters (TRANS and
LEVEL), both arrows must blink at the same time in order for the
sample to be played back.
Normally, it is recommended to take the highest transient as a ref-
erence in order to take full advantage of the meters, and set the
green arrows just underneath the faintest transient. The meters
display peak values with horizontal lines that are held for a short
period of time (peak hold).
