With Yamaha FGDP-50 Finger Drum Pads, anyone can drum anywhere at any time. With 18 ergonomic pads plus 8 assignable RGB, an internal speaker and a rechargeable battery, FGDP-50 is an all-in-one solution that makes it easy to play any genre of music with more expression. Featuring 48 preset kits and 50 available user kits built from a range of samples from acoustic drums beloved by professional drummers along with a multitude of electronic sounds, FGDP-50 delivers natural, vibrant, richly expressive sound that leading drummers have carefully tuned for finger drumming.
Along with onboard sounds, drummers can connect via USB cable to trigger outside sound sources and samples as well as record audio or MIDI data to a DAW. With Rec'n'Share drummers can record performances with backing tracks quickly to their mobile device. This model also features an LCD Display that makes it easy to navigate your way through its numerous functions.
- Ultra-sensitive pads in an optimized layout
- Eight RGB Pads
- 48 preset kits and 1,500 voices/instruments
- USB MIDI and audio
- Built-in speaker
- Rechargeable battery
- Aux in
- Playback sampler
- USB audio player/recorder
- Auto-accompaniment Session Creator
Optimized layout
Introducing a distinctive pad layout meticulously designed for optimal finger drumming. Unlike conventional samplers and MIDI pads, the ergonomic layout of FGDP-50 empowers you to deliver your finest performances with ease. Effortlessly play from the 'home position' or reassign voices to each of the pads according to your play style and creative vision.
Full creative control
Featuring cutting-edge pads designed to capture every subtle nuance, FGDP-50 ensures that no detail goes unnoticed. With the powerful internal Tone Generator, you can deliver delicate performances encompassing ghost notes, impactful accents, flams and lightning-fast rolls. Moreover, the pads support aftertouch, enabling unique drumming techniques such as cymbal choking. With FGDP-50, your drumming possibilities are nearly limitless.
Sounds for every genre
FGDP-50 is a powerhouse that combines a diverse selection of Yamaha drum samples recorded by professional artists. Plus, explore an expertly curated collection of electronic sounds perfectly suited for club music enthusiasts. Craft your own personalized kit from a staggering array of 1,212 sounds and tweak each drum's character through tuning, decay and the application of effects, granting you unparalleled versatility within this all-inclusive musical arsenal.
Rechargeable battery
FGDP-50 is equipped with a lithium-ion rechargeable battery, allowing you to play it anywhere. Simply recharge FGDP-50 using a USB power supply (sold separately) and enjoy endless portability!
Built-in speaker
FGDP-50 features a specially-designed and -tuned speaker and body, delivering powerful sound despite its compact size. Additionally, you have the flexibility to connect headphones or an external PA system for versatile audio output.
Built-in click
FGDP-50 features a built-in click with seven easily audible selectable sounds during performance. With the tap tempo function, simply tap the pads to let FGDP-50 detect the tempo, eliminating the need to manually determine the BPM.
USB to Host terminal
Connect FGDP-50 to your computer or smart device for seamless transmission and reception of MIDI and audio data. Unlock a world of possibilities, from triggering software sound sources to recording your performances in a DAW. Let your creativity soar as you compose your own tracks with ease.
Rec'n'Share app
The Yamaha Rec'n'Share app allows you to easily connect FGDP-50 to a smart device for capturing high-quality performance videos with exceptional audio quality. Share your videos to social media without the hassle of using additional recording or distribution equipment. Enjoy a seamless experience from recording to sharing.
Additional pads
Illuminate your performances and infuse them with vibrant hues using the eight RGB pads, offering you the freedom to assign voices of your choice. Of course, these pads are not only velocity sensitive but also equipped with an aftertouch function, further expanding your expressive possibilities.
Playback sampler
Effortlessly incorporate one-shot samples or short phrases from a USB flash memory into your performances, and freely combine them as desired. These versatile audio elements can be easily assigned to any of the pads, providing you with endless creative possibilities.
Session Creator
The Session Creator function provides automatic accompaniment in a variety of genres, allowing you to control the progression of your music – making it perfect for both practice and performance!
Note repeat
Experience fast rolls and similar techniques by pressing and holding a pad. Amplify your playing with the note repeat function, enabling you to execute otherwise impossible phrases. Customize different parameters for each pad, transforming them into loopers or reproducing grace notes. The possibilities are diverse!
USB to Device terminal
The USB to Device terminal lets you play back backing tracks stored in USB flash memory or record your FGDP-50 performances.
More registrations
Utilize the registration memory for instant recall of kits, velocity curves, tempo settings and more. With 4 buttons and 50 user banks, FGDP-50 allows you to store your custom user registrations, while also providing a wide array of preset registrations. Explore the possibilities of sound creation with FGDP-50 by skillfully combining its onboard functions.
| SKU | YAM-FGDP50 |
| Vendor | Yamaha |
| Connectivity | USB |
| Included From Manufacturer | USB micro-B to USB-A cable |
| MPN | FGDP-50 |
| Product Unique Features |
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| Cymbal Choke Capability | Yes |
| Number of Drum Kits | 50 user kits 48 preset kits |
| Audio Inputs | 1/8" stereo aux input |
| Audio Outputs | 1/8" stereo main/headphone output |
| Number of Instrument Sounds | 1,500 |
| Metronome | Yes |
| Product Weight | 2.43 lb |
| Sampling | Support for 100 user samples from USB flash storage |
| Sequencer/Recording | Yes |
| Number of Songs/Patterns | 23 |
| Storage Type | USB Flash Drive |
| Width | 8.78 |
| Depth | 8.78 |
| Height | 2.01" |
This Warranty covers Yamaha Portable Digital Drum products to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for one year. Yamaha products are designed and manufactured to provide a high level of defect-free performance. Yamaha Corporation of America ('Yamaha') is proud of the experience and craftsmanship that goes into each and every Yamaha product. Yamaha sells its products through a network of reputable, specially authorized dealers and is pleased to offer you, the Original Owner, the following Limited Warranty, which applies only to products that have been (1) directly purchased from Yamaha's authorized dealers in the fifty states of the USA and District of Columbia (the 'Warranted Area') and (2) used exclusively in the Warranted Area. Yamaha suggests that you read the Limited Warranty thoroughly, and invites you to contact your authorized Yamaha dealer or Yamaha Customer Service if you have any questions.
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