Yamaha DTXM12 Multi Pad
The Yamaha DTXM12 Multi Pad delivers incredible versatility for drummers, percussionists, producers, and educators alike. With 12 responsive pads, over 1,200 built-in sounds, custom sampling options, and advanced trigger functionality, it’s a complete rhythm and production tool that fits comfortably in any setup—on stage or in the studio. Whether you play with sticks, hands, or fingers, the DTX-MULTI 12 captures your dynamics and creativity like no other.
Features
- 12 velocity-sensitive pads in a split-level configuration
- 1,277 onboard voices including percussion, keyboard, DJ, and world instruments
- 64MB Flash ROM for loading custom WAV/AIFF samples
- Playable with sticks, hands, or fingers for expressive versatility
- 128 MIDI patterns with Tap Tempo and real-time recording
- USB ports for both host and device connectivity
- Expandable via 5 trigger inputs, hi-hat control, and foot switch jacks
- Bundled with Cubase AI for seamless DAW integration
- Supports up to 4 layered/velocity-switched samples per pad
- Compact, lightweight design with intuitive interface
Specifications
General
- Model: DTX-MULTI 12
- Dimensions: 345mm (W) x 96mm (H) x 319mm (D)
- Weight: 3.3 kg (7.3 lbs)
- Display: Backlit LCD (2 rows x 16 characters)
- Power Consumption: 9W (with PA-5D adapter)
Pad Section
- Built-in Pads: 12
- External Inputs: 5 (1 triple-zone, 4 mono)
- Play Modes: Stick, Hand, Finger
- Pad Functions: Kit/pattern/tempo change, Tap Tempo, Click toggle, CC transmission
Tone Generator
- Max Polyphony: 64 notes
- Voices: 1,061 drum/percussion, 216 keyboard
- Drum Kits: 50 preset, 200 user-defined
Effects:
-Variation: 42 types
-Chorus: 6 types
-Reverb: 6 types
5-band master EQ
- Wave Memory: 100MB internal, 64MB Flash ROM (user samples)
Sampling / Playback
- Sample Formats: WAV, AIFF, Yamaha proprietary
Max Sample Size:
- Mono: 2MB
- Stereo: 4MB
-- Max Readable Samples: 500
-- Bit Depth: 16-bit
Sequencer
- Note Resolution: 1/480 quarter note
- Preset Patterns: 128 (3 demo)
- User Patterns: 50
- Sequence Format: SMF Format 0 (read only)
- Capacity: 152,000 notes
- Recording Method: Real-time overdubbing
Connectivity
- USB TO HOST and USB TO DEVICE
- MIDI IN/OUT
- AUX IN, PHONES, OUTPUT L/MONO + R
- PAD jacks, HI-HAT CONTROL jack, FOOT SW jack
Included
- Power Adapter (PA-5D or equivalent)
- Owner's Manual
- Data List Booklet
- Cubase AI5 DVD-ROM