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- Behringer RD-8 MKII | User Manual - Page 1
User Manual RD-8 MKII Classic Analog Drum Machine with 16 Drum Sounds, 64 Step Sequencer, Wave Designer and Dual-Mode Filter V 1.0 - Behringer RD-8 MKII | User Manual - Page 2
2 RD-8 MKII User Manual Table of Contents Thank you 2 Important Safety Instructions 3 Legal Disclaimer 3 Limited warranty 3 1. Introduction 4 2. confidence in Behringer by purchasing the RD-8 MKII with 16 original drum sounds, 64-step sequencer, integrated Wave Designer, integrated dual - Behringer RD-8 MKII | User Manual - Page 3
RD-8 MKII User Manual Important Safety Instructions periods of time. 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged Tannoy, Turbosound, TC Electronic, TC Helicon, Behringer, Bugera, Aston Microphones and Coolaudio are trademarks or - Behringer RD-8 MKII | User Manual - Page 4
* • Designed and engineered in the U.K. *Warranty details can be found at www.musictribe.com 1. Introduction An ultra-affordable leap into the warm world of analog drum beats, the Behringer RD-8 MKII gives you the power to create fascinating rhythms with incredible power and ease. The RD-8 MKII - Behringer RD-8 MKII | User Manual - Page 5
5 RD-8 MKII User Manual 2. Features A Past Masterpiece Rejuvenated Great care has been taken in designing the RD-8 MKII to achieve new possibilities in beat creation by reviving a timeless analog design from one of the best classic drum machines of yesteryear. By creating a fresh modern take on a - Behringer RD-8 MKII | User Manual - Page 6
6 RD-8 MKII User Manual 3.1.3 Wave Designer 3.1.7 Playback Controls (23) (24) (28) (30) (31) (32) (33) (7) (8) (9) (10) (7) ATTACK - Controls the attack portion of the Wave Designer circuit. Turn counter clockwise (CCW) to reduce the attack portion of the signal and clockwise (CW) to enhance - Behringer RD-8 MKII | User Manual - Page 7
7 RD-8 MKII User Manual 3.1.9 Step & Note Repeat Section (46) (45 (50) SETTINGS - Used in combination with the (49) STEP BUTTONS to select different operational modes. (51) AUTOFILL - Select and add a fill pattern. 3.1.11 , Wave Designer, soloing or mute. (59) OFFSET - Changes the length of - Behringer RD-8 MKII | User Manual - Page 8
8 RD-8 MKII User Manual 3.2 Rear Panel RD-8 MKII analog rhythm designer and briefly introduce its capabilities. 4.1 Connections The RD-8 MKII the RD-8 MKII. Please consult the connection set-up guide for instructions may damage the RD-8 MKII or external units. 4.2 Software Setup The RD-8 MKII - Behringer RD-8 MKII | User Manual - Page 9
9 RD-8 MKII User Manual 4.4 Voice Section In this section the sounds and controls are described to help you achieve the most from the RD-8 MKII which has 16 sounds, be used to play and record the currently-selected voice. 9. Select different voices to add into the current pattern. 10. Press stop and - Behringer RD-8 MKII | User Manual - Page 10
you are in Pattern mode and set to manu (manual) save mode. Sweep Erase The sweep erase function can RD-8 MKII. Auto Fill The Auto Fill function is used to insert fill rhythms into the live play mode of the RD-8 MKII. Fills are created in the same way a pattern is created and stored. The difference - Behringer RD-8 MKII | User Manual - Page 11
RD-8 MKII User Manual will be repeated until the TRIGGER button is released. The number of steps repeated are 1,2, 4 fly by repeating the current note while the rhythm continues to run. To use: 1. Press while the TRIGGER button is held to create different fill effects. 5. Press NOTE REPEAT to exit - Behringer RD-8 MKII | User Manual - Page 12
RD-8 MKII User Manual Note saved 3 songs that are song 1, song 2 and song 3, follow the above instructions, you can chain song 1 to song 2 as below: 1. Press the SONG done by stopping playback and selecting a different song. To chain songs: Wave Designer is a powerful tool for adjusting signal - Behringer RD-8 MKII | User Manual - Page 13
RD-8 MKII User Manual Filter section to be processed. The SIG LED shows that a signal is present in the Analog Filter/Wave Designer bus. The SEND button activates the Wave Designer HOLD button and pressing the filter ON button to activate different states: • Flashing filter ON button= Filter plays - Behringer RD-8 MKII | User Manual - Page 14
14 RD-8 MKII User Manual 11. Settings The Settings functions are listed below. All features the MIDI OUT setting in the next step below) for the incoming MIDI IN port. song, even if a different Swing setting is stored within a pattern. 2. Select the MIDI OUT channel from 1-16. 3. Pattern, where - Behringer RD-8 MKII | User Manual - Page 15
RD-8 MKII User Manual 11.4 MAP Auto Advance Preference The map function allows you to change the MIDI notes that trigger the RD-8 MKII to Filter and Wave Designer Globally, by Song or rhythms. In this unit, it is can be set to a different Polymeter which will work across - Behringer RD-8 MKII | User Manual - Page 16
RD-8 MKII User Manual can have a different repeat value. The from 0% to 100%. As a guide 0% means a programmed voice won't rhythm pattern refers to the note duration of a step. When composing rhythms, the basic unit of duration (in time) is a 'bar'. The step sizes you can choose on your RD-8 MKII - Behringer RD-8 MKII | User Manual - Page 17
or playback can be started manually. (Sync In jack has Instructions for updating with the SYNTHTRIBE can be found in the firmware release notes. The RD-8 MKII Windows Driver Installation document is available on the Behringer website if you are having issues with PC drivers. This document will guide - Behringer RD-8 MKII | User Manual - Page 18
may be added to the Global Settings Data file to support those new features. The Global Settings Data file is therefore versioned to guarantee compatibility between firmware releases. The RD-8 MKII is one of a number of Behringer products that sequence songs. This parameter is used to distinguish - Behringer RD-8 MKII | User Manual - Page 19
19 RD-8 MKII User Manual Global Parameters The RD-8 MKII has many parameters that can be tweaked to make your rhythm's more support those new features. The Song Data file is therefore versioned to guarantee compatibility between firmware releases. The RD-8 MKII is part of a series of Behringer - Behringer RD-8 MKII | User Manual - Page 20
20 RD-8 MKII User Manual Pattern Data Files Each of the 16 patterns associated with a song has file to support those new features. The Pattern Data file is therefore versioned to guarantee compatibility between firmware releases. The RD-8 MKII is part of a series of Behringer products that sequence - Behringer RD-8 MKII | User Manual - Page 21
21 RD-8 MKII User Manual Parameter Name Random Steps (1 - 64) Description The sequencer events triggered on the 64 steps of the Random Steps track: Events include Step On/Off, Step - Behringer RD-8 MKII | User Manual - Page 22
RD-8 MKII User Manual 14. New Features Overview New features are detailed here for a quick view of added functions. New features in V2.0.2 1. SYNTHTRIBE support to delete all steps of the voice in pattern. 6. Support pattern changing to different songs while playing. 1. Enter SONG MODE. 2. Hold TAP - Behringer RD-8 MKII | User Manual - Page 23
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24 RD-8 MKII User Manual 15. RD-8 MKII Set-up Example MIDI OUT Connect a MIDI Device USB Out USB In Mono Audio Output Studio Monitors Audio Input BD Audio Output Mixer Trigger Output Power Adaptor Headphones Trigger Input Audio Output Synthesizer - Behringer RD-8 MKII | User Manual - Page 25
25 RD-8 MKII User Manual Studio Monitors Audio Input Mixer Mono Output Audio Output Audio Input To Return Input Individual Voice Output Power Adaptor - Behringer RD-8 MKII | User Manual - Page 26
RD-8 MKII User Manual In, Out & Thru Trigger outs Sync in / out USB Supported operating systems Volume controls Return (Input) 1 x 1/4 TRS, X 10.6.8 or higher Master, phones 1 x 1/4 TRS, balanced Wave Designer Bus Controls Attack Sustain Send button Sig LED 11 voices, independently assignable -15 - Behringer RD-8 MKII | User Manual - Page 27
RD-8 MKII User Manual 17. Glossary RD-8 MKII GLOSSARY Harmonics: A series of integer-related sine waves at varying levels creating different , topology, circuits and designs which are often perceived as Hz) present in a signal due to grounding problems or proximity to a power source or power cables - Behringer RD-8 MKII | User Manual - Page 28
28 RD-8 MKII User Manual Output: The . Polymeter (Poly): The simultaneous use of two or more conflicting rhythms. Post: The point for accessing audio just after it leaves a or electromotive force. A difference in charge between two points in a circuit. This difference, when combined with the rate - Behringer RD-8 MKII | User Manual - Page 29
29 RD-8 MKII User Manual FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION COMPLIANCE INFORMATION RD-8 MKII Responsible Party Name: Address: Phone Number: Music Tribe Commercial NV Inc. 5270 Procyon Street, Las Vegas NV 89118, United States +1 702 800 8290 RD-8 MKII8 This equipment has been tested and found to - Behringer RD-8 MKII | User Manual - Page 30
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V 1.0
User Manual
RD-8 MKII
Classic Analog Drum Machine with 16 Drum Sounds, 64 Step Sequencer,
Wave Designer and Dual-Mode Filter