Yamaha DTXpress/DTXplorer/DTXtreme

--- In DTXpress@yahoogroups.com, "Glen D. Earl" <gdearl@e...> wrote:

> I'm along with Buddyrich4444, if any one would
> mind taking the time to let any of us DTXPRESS III beginners know 
what
> comes with it and what doesn't, I'm sure we would appreciate it very
> much.

Glen and Mr. Rich,

I'm surprised that no one has answered your question. The standard 
kit comes with everything but the pedal and the throne. Otherwise, 
all cables and rack parts necessary for you to set up and play are 
included. If you don't have decent studio headphones, earbuds, or the 
like, you might consider getting them; if you're playing at home, 
you'll have to keep the noise down at least some of the time. 
Remember that typical walkabout-type headphones and many open-design, 
home-audio varieties with high impedance, low sensitivity, and wire 
that attaches to both ears and connects at the neck may not be 
suitable for playing e-drums. 

Give yourself plenty of room for setting up and walking around the 
kit to make adjustments. At the very least, place a fairly thick 
carpet underneath to dull vibrations, especially from the kick pedal, 
if you have neighbors nearby or will be playing anywhere in the house 
except the basement or garage. These kits are much quieter than 
acoustic ones, but they can make an annoying thump for 
nonparticipants watching tv or trying to find a silent moment. 

I also suggest that you place some nonperishable food and drink near 
the spot where you intend to place your drums. You might not make it 
out of the room for a while--not because you'll be having trouble 
constructing the thing but because you'll be having so much fun that 
time and nourishment will cease to matter. 

Congratulations guys.

Ed