Yamaha DTXpress/DTXplorer/DTXtreme

First, thanks to all who are replying to the Special Notice. We're 
not going to be able to thank everyone personally. As I wrote before, 
the replies were supposed to go to a dedicated email address behind 
the scenes, but Yahoo saw fit to broadcast them to the whole 
membership. On reflection, that's not a bad thing, but we probably 
won't be able to comment on all of them. If, however, they contain a 
question or a positive suggestion, we'll try to address it explicitly.

Nick wrote:
> Where it comes to archives, yes I do consult them when
> I need to refer back to something. (But I wish there
> was some kind of index to the topics covered - going
> back through each and every message is extremely time
> consuming!)
> I am not aware of "files" or "links" on the site, so
> I'd be happy to know more about them.

The archives function as the groups FAQ, though they can seem 
endlessly abundant, as well as redundant. OGD came up with the idea 
of creating a basic "Help" file--probably to be located at our sister 
site of DTXpressions--containing tips for new owners (the factory 
reset, the stereo cable for the hi hat controller, etc.). Because we 
don't want to stifle stimulating discussion or discovery, we will 
keep it simple. Lively conversation and exploration of the archives 
are great ways to become acquainted with the DTXpress' features, as 
well as some of the other products, services, and strategies that 
attach to it. 

The "Files" and "Links" sections of this site already contain helpful 
material associated with the DTXpress, if not dedicated to it, from 
various members. The original DTXpressions, which housed techniques 
and tricks distilled from the experiments of the group's founders, 
still carries a link, though Vern's ancillary locale of the same name 
has them as well. We'll add more as we continue to evolve.

Thanks to all for the kind words. When these formal issues are 
resolved, the moderators will be able to slink back into the shadows 
where they belong. Bear with us; our ugly mugs will get out of the 
way soon. 

Ed