Quick Start Guide (English)
Contents 1 First Steps ................................................................................................... 3 1.1 Connecting Pads.......................................................................................... 3 1.2 Connecting the Hi-Hat.................................................................................. 3 2 Operation...................................................................................................... 4 3 Menu Structure.........................
Thank you… for choosing the 2BOX DrumIt Five Mk2 module. You have chosen wisely. Your new sound module comes with an open sound architecture and a universal trigger interface. To get up and running with your DrumIt Five Mk2 module, we recommend taking the time to read this Quick Start manual. It provides a concise presentation of all functions you need to be aware of and everything you need to know to come to grips with this feature-rich instrument. Have fun! 1 1.
2 Operation The module’s user interface is highly intuitive and based on two menu items (UNIT and KIT), each with a number of parameter pages. The parameter pages can be selected sequentially using the PAGE UP and PAGE DOWN buttons. There are no secondary levels or hidden menu items. The main page comprises six logical areas. The three DATA buttons above the display are assigned to the values or functions that appear in the top row.
3 Menu Structure UNIT Menu The UNIT menu contains settings that apply to the module as a whole. This means that they affect all KITs (presets). MIX: This is where the internal mixer is located. The mixer allows you to set and balance the levels of all channels/instruments. TRIG: This is where you will find the main trigger settings for each channel.
PREF: This page is used to manage the SAVE function and to reset the module to its factory defaults. MEM: This is where you can check the remaining memory capacity for additional sounds. INFO: This page displays the firmware’s version number. KIT-Menu The KIT menu allows you to manage and edit the internal memory slots. The module comes with 100 factory KITs (memory slots). Those KITs can be edited and overwritten with your own settings.
EQ: Each KIT is equipped with a 3-band equalizer. It can either be applied to all instruments or just for a specific channel. FX: The internal effect processor provides a Delay or Flanger for each KIT, which can be assigned to the separate channels (see Page VOL). ACMP: This page contains the built-in player. Use it to specify whether you wish to play to a song or the built-in metronome. The metronome’s settings and the tempo can be customized and saved.
Pressing the button above SAVE yet again will write your changes to the selected KIT. Renaming a KIT To rename a KIT, press the button above SAVE on the KIT home page. You can use uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers as well as several special characters for the names you enter. Turn the middle knob to select the desired character (KEY flashes) or press it to insert a space. Use the right knob to move the cursor to another position, or press it to delete the space.
Rotate the knob to select the number of the KIT that should act as target for the currently selected KIT. After specifying the new KIT number, you can select among three functions: COPY, MOVE and SWAP. Pressing the leftmost DATA button allows you to copy the selected KIT to the target memory. MOVE allows you to move the KIT towards the target memory (the KITs at and behind this position move one slot). SWAP, finally, causes the two selected KITs to change places. In this example, KIT no.
5 Setting Up and Calibrating the Hi-Hat The hi-hat is the most complex instrument of your drum kit. The DrumIt Five Mk2 module has been designed to accommodate a vast number of hi-hat pads and controllers of several manufacturers. This flexibility, however, also means that there are a number of parameters that need to be set to take advantage of the DrumIt Five Mk2’s full potential. In most instances, these setup and calibration steps only need to be performed once.
5. Start the calibration process: 5.1. Press the leftmost DATA button once. A closed hi-hat icon appears in the display and starts flashing. 5.2. Close the hi-hat pad or press the controller’s pedal with your foot. 5.3. Press the leftmost DATA button a second time. An open hi-hat icon appears in the display and starts flashing. 5.4. Open the hi-hat pad or remove your foot from the pedal. 5.5. Press the leftmost DATA button yet again to exit the calibration function. 5.6. The display shows “done”.
7. Another important aspect is the hi-hat channel’s trigger response. This can be set using the relevant menu items (see the downloadable User Manual for details). UNIT-TRIG This is where you set the hi-hat pedal’s response and sensitivity. Set the main parameters (GAIN, THRES, CURVE) to match your playing style. The most important of these is GAIN. Set it so that only the most forceful strikes produce a Level value of 0.0.
Channels Connect your pads to the inputs that correspond to the instrument you wish to trigger. The hi-hat controller needs to be connected to the HIHAT B socket. The B channels of CYMB 1~3 are intended for pads that accommodate 2 stereo cables. Given that all inputs are balanced (stereo), be sure to only connect stereo cables. OUT 1~6 These are the DrumIt Five Mk2’s outputs, which can be connected to a mixer or amplifier. By default, OUT1 and 2 transmit the mixed stereo signal.
8 File System At the root level, you will find the following files: DrumIt5.dkit Standard User KIT Bank. This file contains your own KIT and UNIT settings. DrumItInit.dkit This file contains the KIT and UNIT settings programmed at the factory. This file is required to perform a factory reset of the unit. DrumItOS1.3x.xx.bin Firmware (operating system) of the DrumIt Five Mk2 DrumIt Five Mk2 x.x.pdf Manuals in the PDF format globalconfig.
Feel free to change the folder structure so as to organize the files in a way that works for you. Given the DrumIt Five Mk2 module’s display size, we recommend using short folder names and working with a limited number of folder levels.
9 Editor Software The 2BOX sound universe is virtually open-ended. Using 2BOX’s free editor software, you can create your own sounds and set the main KIT parameters on your PC/Mac. The editor makes converting WAV files to highly usable 2BOX sounds a breeze. This includes multilayers with up to 127 velocity levels! See the following URL for details about the software and tutorial videos: www.2box-drums.
12 Compatibility List The following list is not exhaustive, because testing all current and legacy pads on the market would be rather time-consuming. We do promise, however, to keep this list up-to-date whenever we are able to confirm the compatibility of products we haven’t tested so far. If you don’t see the type or manufacturer of (one of) your pads, please do not conclude that your pad(s) won’t work with the DrumIt Five Mk2.
13 Connection Options and Trigger Types Zones - configuration Type Brands (examples) PadP PaPSS Instrument Head /Bow Rim/ Edge Crossstick/ Bell 2box, Roland Piezo Piezo - Huaxin Piezo Switch Switch PaPSY Yamaha Piezo Switch Switch PadPS Roland, Alesis Piezo Switch - Rim various CyPSV 2box Piezo Switch Velocity yes CyPSB Roland Piezo Switch Switch yes CyPS Alesis, Roland Piezo Switch - yes CyPSS Huaxin, Alesis Piezo Switch Switch yes CyPSY Yamaha Piezo Sw
Instrument Snare 1 Zone 2 Zones x x Tom 3 Zones Rim 1 Zone 2 Zones x x Cymbal 1 Zone 2 Zones Acoustic 3 Zones various Trigger x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x 19 / 20
14 Important Safety Precautions • Never try to open or modify the power supply adapter. • If the power supply is damaged, be sure to purchase a new 2BOX adapter. When using a third-party adapter, make sure it is a 12V/1000mA DC power supply (100-240V). • Never use the power supply outdoors or in damp locations. • The DrumIt Five Mk2 module operates at low power and should therefore pose no particular hazard. We nevertheless urge you to operate it in a responsible manner.
