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D16 Group Drumazon User Manual

D16 Group Drumazon
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D16 Group Drumazon Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandD16 Group
ModelDrumazon
CategoryDrums
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Overview

Interface

The graphical interface of the Drumazon is divided into two main parts.

Drum machine module

Essential part - responsible for editing sequence patterns and generating the sound.

Work modes

Drumazon works in two modes: Internal and External.

Audio outs

Drumazon is a multi-output plug-in with 12 stereo or mono configurable outputs.

Preset management

All the parameter settings for a complete Drumazon drum kit are stored in a Preset.

Play modes

External sequencer mode

Drumazon will act as a sound module, playing drum sounds via MIDI notes from host sequencer.

Internal Sequencer mode

Allows Drumazon to act as a fully functioning drum machine within the host sequencer.

Internal Pattern Storage

Patterns are stored in 8 banks, each holding 12 patterns, totaling 96 patterns.

Native mode

Default mode, allows a range of patterns or single pattern to be selected and cycle through.

Host mode

Patterns are triggered using a MIDI keyboard, recommended for host application arrangements.

Midi output

Allows control of external instruments using Drumazon's internal sequencer via MIDI notes.

Sound editing

Instruments section

This section is for sound editing in Drumazon, covering parameters for 11 drum sounds.

Trigger out

Enables an audible trigger sound, selectable from source tracks and mixed into available outputs.

Master volume

Controls the overall output volume of the Drumazon by adjusting the Volume knob.

Drumline editing

Pattern editing

Allows editing of the currently selected pattern using the Patt write button and step buttons.

Flam mode

A step can have a Flam state, which is a double triggering with a short delay.

Tap mode

Allows patterns to be tapped in using the Step buttons.

Editing functions

Provides standard editing functions like Shift, Copy, Paste, and Clear for tracks and patterns.

Length of the pattern

The default pattern length is 16 steps but can be changed using the Length function.

Total accent

Used to accent all parts on a given step, with volume controlled by the Total accent knob.

Tempo scale

Defines the number of steps per quarter note, switchable between different values.

Shuffle

Also called Syncopation or Swing, added by turning the Shuffle knob in Pattern write mode.

Pattern follow

Auto follow button automatically makes the currently playing pattern the one being edited.

Loading and saving patterns

Allows saving or loading single patterns or complete banks of patterns.

Randomizing drum lines

Randomize

Allows randomization of a pattern by selecting Rand.Mode, with adjustable intensity per instrument.

Preset Management

Browsing presets

Navigates the preset bank using Prev/Next buttons or the Preset Browser.

Preset Browser

A tool to manage the preset structure, allowing browsing, loading, and saving presets.

Loading and Saving presets

Allows saving/loading presets and banks from/to the hard drive.

Configuration

Outputs tab

Configures audio outputs from the plug-in, including default assignments and output types (Stereo/Mono).

Trigger output

Enables an audible trigger sound, selectable from source tracks and mixed into available outputs.

Sequencer tab

Configures sequencer's work mode, including current and default settings for internal/host modes.

Default Settings

Sets default flag values for current settings, which are overwritten on new instances.

Host play detection

Configures how the host application detects playback, using transport change or lowest C note.

Presets tab

Manages preset storing, allowing automatic or on-demand saving of parameter changes.

Default Presets

Allows selection of default presets (Factory, Clear, or User Defined) applied on new instances.

Patterns tab

Manages default patterns and drum kits, allowing user-defined patterns to be loaded as default.

Drum map tab

Allows loading or saving custom drum maps, with default factory mapping available.

Default Drum map

Sets the default drum map, applying factory mapping or a user-defined map on load.

Midi control tab

Assigns controls to MIDI CC, enabling plug-in control via external hardware or software.

Midi learn

Enables MIDI learn mode to assign Drumazon controls to a MIDI controller.

Unlinking and midi link management

Manages MIDI CC links, including removing links, loading, and saving MIDI maps.

Default MIDI Map

Selects a default MIDI Map that is loaded each time the plug-in is loaded.