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USER MANUAL
Version 1.5

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Audiofront eDRUMin Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAudiofront
ModeleDRUMin
CategoryMedia Converter
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Features at a Glance

Overview of eDRUMin device capabilities, including universal trigger inputs, 10-bit sampling, low latency, and jitter.

The Hardware and Connections

Pedal Input and DC Power

Details on pedal input, DC current warnings, and powering the eDRUMin via USB or DC power jack.

Supported Gear

Supported Pads and Hihat Controllers

Lists supported drum pads and hihat controllers, expression pedals, sustain pedals, and footswitches.

Getting Started: Initial Setup

Attaching the Drum Stand Clip

Step-by-step instructions on how to attach the eDRUMin to a drum stand or hihat stand using a clip.

Getting Started: Application and MIDI Setup

Installing Control Application and Enabling MIDI

Instructions for installing the control application and enabling eDRUMin in MIDI software.

Getting Started: Pad Connection and Presets

Connecting Drum Pads and Loading Presets

Guide on connecting drum pads, using the Preset Manager, and loading trigger settings.

Getting Started: Trigger Settings

Note Assignments and Trigger Settings

Changing note assignments and manually adjusting trigger settings for pads.

Control Application Interface

Input Selector and Sidebar

Navigating the application using the Input Selector and Sidebar for quick access to controls.

Control Application: Trigger Editor

Trigger Editor Overview

Overview of the Trigger Editor for pad configuration, scan settings, and MIDI output.

Pad Configuration

Pad / Input Type Settings

Setting the electronic wiring and available controls based on the connected pad type.

Calibration Procedures

Calibrate Mode and Pad Calibration

Quickly setting up pads by automatically adjusting scan settings through hits.

Transient Scanning Controls

Gain, Thresh, Scan, Hold, and Decay

Adjusting Gain, Thresh, Scan, Hold, and Decay for optimal transient detection and performance.

Crosstalk and Articulation Control

Crosstalk Cancellation and Articulation Scalers

Preventing false triggers and adjusting articulation velocity multipliers.

Sense Controls

Rimshot Range and Hotspot Suppression

Fine-tuning pad response with Rimshot Range and Hotspot Suppression controls.

Edge and Bell Sensing

Edge Sense and Bell Sense

Detecting secondary articulations and reliable bell triggering for cymbals.

Positional Sensing

Adjusting Positional Range Controls

Adjusting Min/Max Range controls for positional measurement and center/edge detection.

Note Panel and Cymbal Choking

Note Panel and Articulation Assignments

Assigning MIDI notes to pad articulations and using the Note Panel.

Cymbal Choking

Enabling MIDI notes for choking cymbals, in addition to aftertouch messages.

Drum Maps and Response Curves

Loading Notes from a Drum Map

Loading note assignments from predefined drum maps for various instruments.

Response Curves

Remapping velocity curves using Bezier handles for realistic drum dynamics.

Advanced Mode Features

Advanced Mode Overview

Unlocking advanced features like Note Banks and independent velocity curves.

Note Banks and Independent Curves

Using four banks per input and setting unique velocity curves for each articulation.

Roland BT-1 Configuration

BT-1 Sensor and Xtalk Modes

Configuring the Roland BT-1 trigger bar in Sensor or Xtalk mode for different connection scenarios.

Preset Manager

Preset Types and Finding Presets

Accessing trigger presets, pedal presets, and device snapshots using filters.

User Preset Management

Creating and Managing User Presets

Creating, updating, exporting, editing, deleting, and importing custom user presets.

Pedal Editor

Pedal Type and Pedal Sensing

Configuring the pedal input for different functions based on pedal type and sensing settings.

Hihat Controllers and Expression Pedals

Hihat Controllers and Expression Pedals Setup

Setting up hihat controllers and expression pedals in Hihat Mode for positional and velocity data.

Modes for Expression Pedals and Hihat Controllers

Explains how to change pedal functionality using the MODE control.

Hihat Mode CC Configuration

Hihat Mode CC and MIDI Settings

Configuring Hihat Mode CC, linking inputs, and adjusting pedal MIDI settings.

Adjusting Hihat Responsiveness

Pedal Method Controls

Fine-tuning closed hihat notes and splashes using Pedal Method controls like Gain and Travel.

Impact Method and Hihat Dynamics

Impact Method and Hihat Dynamics Control

Using Impact Method for hihat velocity and controlling dynamics with Expression Curve and MIN control.

Hihat Levels Mode

Hihat Levels Mode and Drum Map

Using Hihat Levels Mode for pedal position-based triggering and Drum Map integration.

Advanced Hihat Options

Advanced Hihat Options Explained

Explains options like Fast Stepping Fix and Always Send On Closed for specific software.

VH-12 and Hall Effect Sensor Setup

VH-12 and Hall Effect Sensor Configuration

Detailed setup for Roland VH-12 and Hall Effect sensors, including polarity and calibration.

Hihat Setup for Virtual Instruments

Hihats in Virtual Instruments

Configuring hihats for virtual instruments using Drum Map, Hihat Levels, and Hihat CC Modes.

Sustain Pedals and Footswitches

Sustain Pedals and Footswitches Usage

Using sustain pedals and footswitches for bank changes and other MIDI functions.

Pedal Control for Bank Changes

Bank Change Logic and Range

Controlling banks of notes using pedals via Program Change messages and bank select range.

Connectivity and MIDI Flow

eDRUMin 10 Ports and MIDI Message Flow

Features of eDRUMin 10 ports and how MIDI messages are routed between devices.

Firmware Updates and Device Customization

Updating Firmware and Changing Colors

Instructions for updating firmware and changing device colors for MIDI port identification.

iOS Control Application

Connecting to iOS Devices

Connecting the iOS app via camera connection kit or Network MIDI for remote control.

iOS Power Management

Power Management in iOS

Enabling 'Keep Device Powered' for continuous operation and managing iOS device sleep behavior.

Appendix: Multi-Device Operation

Multi-Device Operation and Crosstalk

Connecting multiple eDRUMin devices and managing crosstalk issues via MIDI routing.

Appendix: MIDI Bank Control

MIDI Program Change for Bank Control

Controlling banks of notes using pedals via Program Change messages and channel targeting.

Appendix: Hihat Setup and Calibration

Hihat Setup on Stand and Calibration

Setting up hihats on stands, adjusting clutches, and calibrating the hihat for optimal performance.

Appendix: Control Tips

Control Tips and Note Controls

General tips for using Audiofront controls, including modifier keys and note control adjustments.

Appendix: Wiring Diagrams

Drum Pad Wiring Diagrams

Diagrams illustrating wiring for various types of drum pads and cymbals.

Appendix: Pedal Wiring Diagrams

Pedal Input Wiring Diagrams

Diagrams showing wiring for expression pedals, sustain pedals, and footswitches.

Appendix: MIDI Implementation

MIDI Expression MIDI Implementation

Summary of MIDI functions, transmit, respond, passthru, and remarks for the device.

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