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Rhythm Coach Pack It�s a Fact�
The RMP-1 Rhythm Coach Pack gives students a great new way to practice drumming in almost total silence, thanks to its mesh V-Practice Pad (RP-2) and Rhythm Coach (RM-2) sound module. With this affordable package, students can develop timing, speed and endurance while playing to an integrated metronome and choosing from a variety of realistic drum sounds. The Rhythm Coach is great for use at home or in school. � Affordable electronic drum practice system consisting of RP-2 8� V-Practice Pad and RM-2 Rhythm Coach sound module. � Adjustable tension mesh head pad offers natural, acoustic feel and silent triggering. � Includes 28 drum sounds for realistic practice. � Onboard metronome with human voice count and rhythm training exercises. � 1 dual-trigger or 2 single-trigger inputs for kick and snare triggering, a dual-trigger mesh V-pad or for two separate players. � Mix input for practicing with a CD or other audio source. � Battery or AC operation. � Optional PDS-2 Pad Stand. � The RMP-2 and RM-2 can also be purchased individually.

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Changing the Metronome Settings
Here's how to change the metronome's beat, rhythm type, sound, volume and display: 1. Press the SELECT button to choose the desired parameter: Beat, Rhythm or Type. to view

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Press or to choose the desired value for the selected parameter. For more detailed information on each parameter, refer to the RMP-2 Owner�s Manual, Pages 13-15. Repeatedly press the SELECT button until you return to the normal tempo screen. You can also return to the this screen by holding down the SELECT button for at least two seconds.

Tapping In the Metronome's Tempo
You can set the metronome's tempo by tapping out the desired tempo. Use the following procedure to use the Tap Tempo feature: 1. 2. Press the TAP button�the tempo value flashes. Tap on the TAP button or on the pad several times at the desired tempo�the metronome matches the tempo you�ve played. When you're satisfied with the metronome's tempo, hold down the TAP button for at least two seconds or press the SELECT / METRONOME button to confirm the metronome's new tempo.

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Restoring Factory Settings
A factory reset deletes all user settings that have been saved, and restores the original factory settings. Use the following procedure reset the RMP-1: 1. While holding down the SELECT, METRONOME and buttons, turn on the RMP-1's power. 2. Press the METRONOME button to complete the factory reset.

Setting the Sound and the Sensitivity
The RM-2 features 28 different drum sounds, which can add rich expression to your performances. You can also fine-tune the sensitivity of your pad to achieve the most comfortable feel and response. Use the following procedure to adjust these parameters. 1. Press the SELECT button to display �SENS.� 2. While hitting the pad, press or to adjust the pad's sensitivity as desired. 3. 4. 5. Press the SELECT button to display �INST.� While hitting the pad, press or to hear the different drum and percussion sounds. Once you're done, use SELECT to return to the normal tempo screen as described above.

Listening to the Metronome
The RM-2 has a variety of different metronome sounds and features. Use the following procedure to listen to its metronome: 1. Press the METRONOME button to turn on the metronome. 2. Press or to adjust the tempo�the tempo range is 10 to 300 BPM. 3. Press METRONOME again to stop the metronome.

Note: For more detailed information on each individual parameter, refer to the parameter list on Pages 15 - 16 in the RMP-1 Owner�s Manual.

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