Hi!
First of all - sorry for any cross-posting, I've mailed both AH and the
Simmons list. But do help me! ;)
I have a Simmons SDS-V and a bunch of pads for it, but normally I trigger
the unit using the sequencer inputs with trigger signals from my Kenton
Pro-4's Kadi output. Since it responds to signals from 1 up to 15 volts
that's no problem 'cause the Kenton unit leaves 5...
I'm planning to re-rig the stuff and I have a few issues to solve regarding
this...
First issue;
Maximum trig level on the sequencer inputs is +15 but the maximum of sound
is reached at +7 and since I "only" get +5 from the Kenton I'm sure I miss
some of the "punch" including the faked rim shot of the snare unit. The pad
inputs are sensitive from +5mv to +1.5 volt. I could make a set of cables to
use these inputs, but I guess I need some resistors in the signal path to
prevent me from damaging the SDS-V. Which value??? (I e bring the 5 volts to
1.5 volt.)
Second issue;
After studying the manual I've found the following passages. The original
cymbal pad has two sensors and stereo out giving the effect of hitting rim
vs bell. I should be able to trig each "area" sending trig signals to left
resp right channel - right? But which is which, the manual doesn't say. Or
have I misunderstood something basic regarding left/right?
Summary;
In the future I'd like to send 1.5 volt to the pad inputs using the
following "paths":
1 bass trig
2 snare trig
3, 4, 5 tom trig
6 cymbal edge trig
7 cymbal bell trig
8 hihat pedal closing
9 hihat trig
Can I make myself clearer? ;)
electronically yours, jesper
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