Clavia
DMI Press release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Fredrik Hylvander
Int +46 8 442 73 60
Stockholm, Sweden, January 20 2004
Clavia
has improved their famous ddrum Triggers. Thanks to the
new design, the ddrum Triggers now offer up to 20% hotter
trig signal. The new ddrum Triggers come in a newly designed
box and we also lowered the price.
Background
Existing drum sensors consisting of piezo elements applied
to the head of an acoustic drum have not been perceived
as giving a "natural response". After analyzing the wave
form patterns from acoustic drums, Clavia has created a
patented transducer solution using vectored amplitude measurements
(VAM). Other
problems include double triggering (you strike the drum
once and you hear additional unwanted strikes) and crosstalk
(you strike Tom 1 and Tom 2 plays too).
Two other common problems with conventional triggers are:
durability (when you hit them accidentally they can break)
and unreliable mounting methods. Triggers mounted using
adhesives can accidentally separate from the drumhead.
Clavias patented ddrum Triggers solve these problems and
offer several other advantages:
Playing dynamics are recognized in a "natural way",
allowing for a realistic dynamic response across the
entire drumhead (from the center of the head to the
rim).
Double triggering problem is reduced.
The special designed trigger reduces the crosstalk problem.
Together with ddrum sound modules - crosstalk and double
triggering are totally eliminated. No muffling is needed.
Shock-mounted construction.
XLR-Output for professional connection.
Fits most types of moulded hoops.
No adhesive is needed.
Safely secured at the hoop with a standard tension rod.
sturdy construction.
all parts interchangeable.
ddrum
Triggers adds a new dimension to drumming
In the studio, for example, hook up your drum Triggers to
existing acoustic drums and connect them to your soundmodule.
You can combine great drum sounds with MIDI information
almost instantly. On the road, custom-tailor your acoustic
sound with the digital studio sounds in your ddrum sound
module. Whether in studio sessions or on the road, the ddrum
Triggers are the perfect choice for the demanding drummer.
ddrum
Triggers - a new standard for triggers
With their superb tracking ability, ddrum Triggers set a
new standard for trigger microphones. With absolutely no
adhesives required, the ddrum triggers clamp onto the sides
of standard drumhoops. The specially designed transducer
is softly pressed against the drumhead. The advantages are
obvious: You can change drum heads over and over without
damaging the transducer. The metal casing protects the trigger
from accidental drumhits. The ultra-light pressure of the
transducer against the head prevents any "damping" effect.
The XLR output ensures a reliable connection.
Three
types of triggers
The ddrum Triggers come in three different models and fit
standard drum rim/hoops: Tom Tom, Kickdrum and a special
ddrum Trigger for the Snare, with a separate sensor for
the Rim. Note: The snare trigger can also be used on tom
toms.
Try out the ddrum Triggers - They are perfect for the demanding
musician. They are rugged, roadworthy and very easily removable.
When using ddrumTriggers with a ddrum sound module it sounds
like you're playing a perfectly miked drumkit.
The ddrum Triggers are protected by US patent # 5 345:037.
Other countries patent pending.
