RE: SDS9 repair questions
2013-12-10 by <warlandr63@...>
My comment on the state of schematics was intended to be a bit tongue in cheek so to speak. You are right about there is a reasonable copy floating around
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RE: SDS9 repair questions
2013-12-10 by <philmurr@...>
If you Google for Omeg 4mm you should get enough hits to point you in the right direction for replacement pots. My view on capacitors - replace electrolytics
RE: SDS9 repair questions
2013-12-05 by <warlandr63@...>
Replacement pots can be found from some suppliers. Original potentiometers use a thin and somewhat flimsy shaft size. They used to be available in plastic or
Re: [Simmons Drums] New Member introduction
2013-12-05 by Nick Zampiello
cool, just making sure you asked the google! here s a couple of my personal info posts: Simmons SDS 6 Simmons SDS V z NEW ALLIANCE EAST!!!! ... New
Re: [Simmons Drums] SDS9 repair questions
2013-12-05 by jesper
... I found pots for my SDS-1 s a bunch of years ago. I guess they are the same. But the most important is that the house is small enough. I guess that goes
SDS9 repair questions
2013-12-05 by <samzehr@...>
Hi all I received my SDS9 from eBay with 3 sheared off knobs. Looking through the archives, this seems to be a common problem, although I don t see a
Re: [Simmons Drums] New Member introduction
2013-12-05 by <samzehr@...>
Thanks z I found both of those websites invaluable while preparing to jump in to the Simmons world
Re: Shameless self-promotion
2013-12-04 by ALFONSO PACHES
It sounds great!
Shameless self-promotion
2013-12-04 by jesper
Hi list, the first official single with my band Angaudlinn is out on iTunes, Google Play, Amazon and Spotify. Since Angaudlinn rely on old analogue equipment
Re: [Simmons Drums] New Member introduction
2013-12-04 by Nick Zampiello
hey sam! there s lots of info in the yahoo group docs section. and general info and manuals on: http://www.simmons.synth.net/sds9/
New Member introduction
2013-12-03 by Sam Zehr
Hi all This is Sam from Chicago, USA. I ve been looking for more information on Simmons drums for a few weeks, and am glad to have found this group! I ve
SDS 9 Problem
2013-11-20 by <de_boss@...>
Hi all.... Just picked up an SDS 9 unit but looks to to a little poorly. Hope someone can help and maybe point towards a circuit diagram if possible? On power
RE: SDS7 memory cartridge
2013-11-19 by <music@...>
Richard s Simmons Cart re-do is the cat s pajamas.... Mine are working flawlessly. So cool ! ... Hi list, I just wanted to confirm that I ve tested my new
SDS7 memory cartridge
2013-11-13 by jesper
Hi list, I just wanted to confirm that I ve tested my new cartridge and got a AC after the first dump. Great aftermarket product and the only tiny, tiny
Looking for a bit of help
2013-11-08 by <warlandr63@...>
I m looking for a couple of things; 1) Anyone who could provide SDX service doc or at least the video out section of the schematic. I m trying to assist a
Digital claptrap schematics
2013-11-06 by <philmurr@...>
Hi all - does anyone have a clean copy of the digital claptrap schematics ? Mine are an n-th generation photocopy of the original graph-paper drawn schematics.
RE: Simmons carts update
2013-11-02 by <warlandr63@...>
Thanks for the info Scott. I would suggest that when you screwed the case together again, the CPU or memory PCB has warped a bit. I have found that if either
Re: Simmons carts update
2013-10-31 by Scott Gibbons
Hard to say exactly what the problem / solution was with mine, but here s what I did: First, the Display & Switch Board (programming panel) on mine was
Patrice I got your email
2013-10-31 by <warlandr63@...>
Hi Patrice, Sorry to contact you via the group, but your email provider keeps refusing my reply emails to you. Error 554 Too many errors Detected. Do you have
Re: [Simmons Drums] Simmons carts update
2013-10-31 by Adam Calaitzis
I have no doubt my CF errors are my SDS7, just have not had time to find it, so a heads up on your fix would be welcome. Adam Cal www.toyland.com.au
RE: Re: Simmons carts update
2013-10-30 by <warlandr63@...>
It s good to hear Scott. As I ve said to others having problems I was getting a bit worried when a few popped up with issues. I am sure the problems are
Re: Simmons carts update
2013-10-30 by Scott Gibbons
I located the source of the CF error I was getting with the Memory Cart, and it was in fact my trusty old SDS7... She s just full of personality quirks! :-/
eBay gold
2013-10-28 by Ed
Hey all. Thought I d post a few things currently on eBay that don t show up that often and are very cool. Item 1: Musicaid Analog Clap Trap
Response to Cartridge problems
2013-10-24 by <warlandr63@...>
I have replied individually to those who have had problems with the cartridges but I thought a group response was in order. Firstly, if someone has CF
RE: Simmons SDSV pushbuttons
2013-10-24 by <roby.mx@...>
Hello, thanks to all for your suggestion! I will check if the pushbuttons are well centered, and then I will let you know. Ciao from Italy Roby ... Hello
Re: [Simmons Drums] Simmons SDSV pushbuttons
2013-10-24 by Michael Buchner
Hello Roberto, check, if the buttons have contact to the aluminium front panel. Most of the time they stuck because they are not well centered. May be you have
Re: [Simmons Drums] RE: Simmons SDSV pushbuttons
2013-10-24 by jesper
If it s not the switching circuit behind them?! I m battling those on my hihat card. /j. ... -- electronically yours, jesper - -- --- ---- ----- ---- --- -- -
RE: Simmons SDSV pushbuttons
2013-10-24 by <superwolle70@...>
Ciao Roberto, the original pushbuttons were made by C&K, but they are not available anymore. Dave Simmons recommended a successor model but it didn t fit into
Re: [Simmons Drums] Re: Simmons carts update
2013-10-24 by WT
If recieved both mine and they work perfectly in my SDS6. Haven´t checked in my SDS7 yet as I´ve removed the+5V to the cartridge port when I replaced the
Simmons SDSV pushbuttons
2013-10-23 by <roby.mx@...>
Hi all, I have a SDSV with some sound-selection pusbuttons not working well (sometimes they remain pushed after I release the pressure on them). Do you know
Re: [Simmons Drums] Re: Simmons carts update
2013-10-23 by Nick Zampiello
just got mine. haven t tried them yet! z NEW ALLIANCE EAST!!!! ... New Alliance East - Mastering New Alliance East - Facebook X :::: B :::: S On
Re: Simmons carts update
2013-10-23 by Scott Gibbons
My carts arrived this morning (YAY!) and they look beautiful! But I m getting CF (check fail) when trying to use them. Is there anybody in the Chicago area
Re: [Simmons Drums] Re: Simmons SDS 6 gate question
2013-10-22 by Nick Zampiello
i put the pics in the yahoo simmons group files section
Re: [Simmons Drums] Re: Simmons SDS 6 gate question
2013-10-22 by Michael Buchner
I cannot get the pics via the groups page. Send them to my email: buchnerelectronics@t-online.de Michael ... From: Nick Zampiello To:
Re: [Simmons Drums] Re: Simmons SDS 6 gate question
2013-10-22 by jesper
The list isn t allowing attached files. You need to upload and send a link. This is mainly for spam prevention... -- electronically yours, jesper - -- --- ----
cartridge in da houze
2013-10-22 by jesper
Looking good too! Haven t tested it yet though... and for the record, it did arrive a week ago but I was abroad then. -- electronically yours, jesper - -- ---
Re: [Simmons Drums] Re: Simmons SDS 6 gate question
2013-10-21 by Nick Zampiello
no midi, i wish! did you see thew attached pics? thanks,. z NEW ALLIANCE EAST!!!! ... New Alliance East - Mastering New Alliance East - Facebook X :::: B
Re: [Simmons Drums] Re: Simmons SDS 6 gate question
2013-10-21 by Michael Buchner
Do you have the midi or non-midi version? The expansion boards are totally different. Check pin 2 of IC 6 and follow the track: R20 is located between Gate in
Re: [Simmons Drums] Re: Simmons SDS 6 gate question
2013-10-20 by Nick Zampiello
so i looked inside the sds 6 and there s a lot of modification going on... i attached a picture of that section of board. and the scheme. there s no R20 and
Suitcase Kit, PortaKit, SDS V brain, SDS-EPB and TMI on eBay
2013-10-20 by <JenkinsC01@...>
For anyone interested, I have just posted a Simmons Suitcase Kit, Portakit, SDSV brain (faulty), SDS-EPB and TMI on eBay. Some of them are listed as UK sale
RE: SDSV triggering issue
2013-10-18 by <warlandr63@...>
I d like to add that with the 7, the little clip in index lug used on the backplane sockets sometimes fall out when you remove a module. You need to check
Gigging with old gear
2013-10-18 by <warlandr63@...>
I ve read posts where guys/girls are still gigging their old gear. I commend you all in doing this. One bit of advise - please make sure you have the brains in
RE: Moderator note: Sorry for the delays
2013-10-18 by <music@...>
Thanks Jesper.... (Still, we should find a way to blame Yahoo in some fashion... :-) Cheers Alan ... Hi list, there s nothing wrong with the tech stuff (afaik)
Re: [Simmons Drums] RE: Simmons carts update
2013-10-18 by Nick Zampiello
COOL! NEW ALLIANCE EAST!!!! ... New Alliance East - Mastering New Alliance East - Facebook X :::: B :::: S On Friday, October 18, 2013 11:10 AM,
RE: Simmons carts update
2013-10-18 by <music@...>
Yes indeed..... they have arrived and they are magnificent !!!! Well done Richard. Simply perfect !!!! Alan ... As far as I am aware from an email I received
RE: SDSV triggering issue
2013-10-18 by <warlandr63@...>
I second that opinion. The edge connectors or as I call them.. the I hope something is making contact connector causes most of the problems I have dealt with
Re: [Simmons Drums] Re: Simmons SDS 6 gate question
2013-10-18 by Nick Zampiello
ok cool, i was unclear as to what changing these would do. thanks! z NEW ALLIANCE EAST!!!! ... New Alliance East - Mastering New Alliance
RE: Simmons carts update
2013-10-18 by <warlandr63@...>
Yes the carts should work with SDS6 and 7 - or thats what it says on the box. lol I haven t tested it on the 6 as mine is getting a once over - ie. It s in
RE: RE: Re: Simmons carts update
2013-10-18 by <warlandr63@...>
As far as I am aware from an email I received Alan now has these. ... Still waiting for mine... hope they arrive soon!!! ... I just want to say thanks - I
Re: [Simmons Drums] Re: Simmons SDS 6 gate question
2013-10-18 by Michael Buchner
Check R 21 and R 20 on the expansion board, the level is set there. To rise R 20 value to 1M or simply cut it away should do the trick. ... From: Nick