With DTX Touch, you can control electronic drums as you would tune acoustic drums. The intuitive UI with numerous pictures and graphs makes it easy for anyone to operate. Get the most out of your kit! *To use the application, you will need to connect your smart device to DTX using a USB cable and adapter. Please refer to our connection manual for details.
DTX Drums' high-grade standard model
The DTX8 series comes equipped with the DTX-PRO module that possesses the same tone generator as the DTX-PROX module. The birch shells are painted the same way as Yamaha's acoustic drums, resulting in new pads that are as beautiful as the real thing.
The DTX-PRO features real sounds and real sampled room ambience recorded in world-renowned studios, KIT MODIFIER knobs that inspire creativity, and hardware that is sturdy and easy-to use. This new standard DTX captures the very essence of the flagship model.
DTX-PROX V2.0
DTX-PROX brings additional kits and features with the free Version 2 update.
- Newly added 30 preset kits, including the PHX and Recording Custom kits.
- 30 new effect cymbal voices, including stacked cymbals, have been added to expand the range of performance.
- Several kits can now be modified for realistic shell resonance and snare wire sounds (Bleed function).
- Enhanced velocity curve adjustments
- Easy configuration of multi layer voicing
- The DTX-PROX can now be used as a host module by connecting the DTX-PROX module to the corresponding module via USB cable (USB Trigger Link function).
Real sounds that drive the drummer
No compromise has been made in recording the sound of the instruments themselves. The DTX PRO sounds have been fine-tuned to naturally follow the drummer’s performance and allow for maximum expression.
The acoustic drum sounds built into the DTX-PRO are all real sounds recorded in some of the best recording studios in the world. As well as recording the direct drum sounds, the unique natural room ambience of the studios where they were recorded was also sampled.
Performances by leading Yamaha drums artists were recorded and mixed by a team of recording engineers to give the final instrument samples. The project sound director, an electronic musical instrument development professional, specified exacting recording techniques to capture the full detailed sound of each drum and cymbal, from the initial attack, until the very end of the natural sound.
The drum pads, the drummer’s interface with their instrument, have been carefully matched to the DTX-PRO Module to offer excellent expressive capabilities.
Intuitive functionality that stirs creativity
The Kit Modifier featured on the DTX-PRO offers drummers limitless possibilities for their creativity.
The KIT MODIFIERs condense the sound creation know-how that Yamaha has accumulated over decades into three knobs: AMBIENCE, COMPRESSION, and EFFECT. A wide range of tonal possibilities are available thanks to Yamaha engineers — from the natural sound of acoustic drums, through to live performance sounds, to heavily effected sounds.
The AMBIENCE knob controls the natural ambience and reverb of the drum kit sound. On acoustic drum sounds, the AMBIENCE MODIFIER controls the real recorded natural ambience from 0-50%. When turned up higher than 50%, high quality digital reverb is also introduced to the sound.
The COMP and EFFECT knobs utilize the "1-knob" control technology featured in many Yamaha PA products.
The COMP adds one-knob compression to the whole kit mix, from subtle to very obvious, while EFFECT controls the mix of the internal effects processors. The processors are fully adjustable and have a long list of available effects to choose from.
Optimum feel
The DTX8 series lets drummers choose between two head materials according to their personal preference, for optimum response when playing.
Yamaha TCS (Textured Cellular Silicone) heads feature a unique internal structure that provides a realistic response with realistic hardness and rebound, as well as a treated surface that prevents stick sliding. The result is a natural drum feel that encourages you to keep playing.
The snare and toms boast a feel very close to their respective acoustic counterparts. Their surfaces will never loosen, no matter how many times they are hit, maintaining the best possible feel at all times.
The snare pad also comes equipped with a hit point detection function, further enhancing your ability to express yourself musically.
The mesh pads use two-ply heads made by Remo. They boast outstanding noise reduction, durability, and feel when hit, as well as a great rebound, making them superbly comfortable to play. The heads can be tuned to suit your personal preferences. The snare pad is equipped with three sensors that precisely respond to delicate stick work.
Features
Superbly Playable
Reproducing the way a drum behaves when struck is a key factor in the playability of electronic drums.
Yamaha has undertaken an exhaustive investigation of how drums respond when hit, leveraging this information to achieve a truly faithful representation of instrument behavior. Moreover, professional drummers from around the world have evaluated the performance of the DTX-PRO, allowing Yamaha to improve its expressive capabilities still more. Yamaha’s expertise as a manufacturer of music hardware has allowed them to offer combinations of expertly crafted modules and pads that deliver superb playability.
Same tone generator as the flagship series
The DTX-PRO sound module of the DTX8 series has the exact same sound engine that is found on the flagship DTX-PROX module. Each module is capable of stunning sound quality. Choosing the correct trigger setting* to suit the pads being used will allow you to enjoy the sounds to the max.
*The configuration screen is displayed upon initial startup.
Reliable Yamaha Hardware
The DTX8 series uses Yamaha drum hardware that is highly trusted by professional drummers all over the world.
Easy-to-adjust ball clamps have been adopted for the toms, while the unique boom-retractable tilter design of the cymbal holders allows them to be used straight or as booms. Snare and hi-hat stands are also included and support the player with typical Yamaha robustness, playability, and stability.
An extensive range of training functions to support drummers
The best practice functions featured in previous DTX models are also found in the DTX-PRO. As well as the sophisticated programmable metronome, the module offers a comprehensive recorder function, 10 training functions that are ideal for players of all standards, as well as 37 training songs that allow you to learn various genres. Beginners and professionals alike will find the DTX8 training functions a useful aid for daily practice.
Professional grade headphone amp
Yamaha realize that it is incredibly important that drummers can hear themselves clearly, so the DTX-PRO module comes equipped with a high precision, low distortion, low noise, and high-power headphone amplifier. This circuitry delivers high-fidelity sound directly to the player, has been developed exclusively for electronic drums, and it envelops the player in a realistic drumming sound stage.
Includes Cubase AI
The DTX-PRO comes with a download code for the latest version of "Cubase AI" the powerful music production software.
By connecting the DTX-PRO to your computer with a USB cable, all recording, editing, and mixing tasks that are found in modern music production, can be handled by the one software program.
Audio & Video
Artist Video
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DTX8K-X | Victoria Smith (Soulwax, M.I.A, Austra)
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DTX8K-M | Cherisse Osei (Simple Minds)
Overview Video
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DTX8K-X Overview
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DTX8K-M Overview
Kit Sound Sample
Main differences between DTX-PRO and DTX-PROX in terms of sound:
- Number of preset kits (DTX-PRO: 40, DTX-PROX: 70)
- DTX-PROX contains all 40 kits of DTX-PRO plus 30 kits.
- DTX-PROX has a higher definition cymbal sound from the weakest hit to the hardest hit, this makes it easier to add nuance to your playing and closer to the feel of playing live instruments.
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AbsoHybMaple
The sound of the Yamaha Absolute Hybrid Maple series. The perfect modern drum sound.
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Spiralizer
This kit features an effect which continuously moves the pitch up without ever reaching the top.
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Bop Groove
A more jazz sounding kit with open drum sounds and thinner cymbals. Perfect for more acoustic styles.
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SwedishMetal
A punchy, mid-scooped drum sound with lots of attack. This is a perfect processed drum sound for metal music.
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Off The Hook
A highly processed, very electronic drum kit that punches through the mix.
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Black Vinyl
A typical 1990's metal drum sound with reverb – very dark!
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D-Funk
This kit features a very highly tuned snare for contemporary funk and similar styles.
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Jet Reverb
This kit features a long reverb and a phaser effect to make the drum sound feel like it is swirling around you. Great on headphones.
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26" BassDrum
The classic 1970's big open rock drum sound with 26” bass drum and oversized toms.
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Steel Ring
A more rock sounding drum kit. The steel snare has lots of mid range ring to help it cut through music.
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VintNashvlle
Typical of the drum sound found on country music in the 1960's and 1970's.
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ModrnCountry
A contemporary acoustic pop drum kit with lots of attack.
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ExcitedSnare
This kit has bright, high snare sound. The Presence effect on the [EFFECT] knob adds even more brightness and cut to the whole kit.
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>Classic 8<
This kit features classic analog drum machine sounds.
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Club Floor
This kit is more useful for hard dance music.
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* Specifications are subject to change without notice. The colors and finishes shown may vary from those on the actual products.
