Yamaha DD55CAD Touch-Sensitive Digital Drums with AC Adapter

by Yamaha

Product Features

• Touch-sensitive electronic drum instrument with 7 pads
• Includes 174 stereo-sampled percussion voices assignable to any pad
• Adjustable pad sensitivity lets people play Latin-style rhythms with hands
• 100 built-in rhythm styles; 50 programmed drum kits
• MIDI input/output for computer connection; headphone jack

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 10.3 x 25 x 18.3 inches ; 16 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 18 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00066N5V4
• Item model number: DD55AD
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #31,944 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)

Product Description

Tempo control using tap start

Hand percussion with new Latin drums allows playing with hands

174 percussion voices assignable to any pad

100 built-in rhythm styles to accompany your playing

50 programmed drum kits

1 user programmab

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

36 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A tool but for what job?, June 23, 2006

By 

Jim Guthrie (Lubbock, TX USA) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)   

This review is from: Yamaha DD55CAD Touch-Sensitive Digital Drums with AC Adapter (Electronics)

I love my DD55. It can fill several needs for any drummer of any skill level. It wll lack if you need a performing/recording solution. No one should expect to pay less than $2000 for that type of gear and this is not it.

You could perform live with the DD55 but would need to augment it with real kick drum and cymbals and most likely a snare. You could experiment and learn Midi with the DD55. You can take it on the road as a better alternate to a practice pad. Perfect for impromptu jam sessions at the park or beach(although the onboard speakers are weak). For parents oppressed by the constant sound suppression from new and young drummers the DD55 can provide relief(headphones included). For the money there is NO better money spent exploring electronic drums for the first time.

I have found ways to deal with the pedals which aren't great but are more than usable. Construction of the DD55 is solid although it does appear a bit lightweight. The DD55 is not a toy but an economical solution for several issues any drummer faces at various times during their time skinnin'.

I highly recommend getting a Quik-Loc stand.

In closing I plan on buying a second DD55

22 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Recommended Accessories, October 11, 2005

By 

Ryan (San Diego, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Yamaha DD55CAD Touch-Sensitive Digital Drums with AC Adapter (Electronics)

This got cut from my previous review because I forgot to read the posting guidelines and had information about prices and other websites that sell them. Here are the accessories you should get for the DD-55:

1) Standard Bass drum pedal

2) Yamaha KP-65 (Bass drum sensor pad)

3) Yamaha FC4 Sustain Pedal (Replacement for hi-hat pedal)

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great after adding a few accessories, October 1, 2005

By 

Ryan (California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Yamaha DD55CAD Touch-Sensitive Digital Drums with AC Adapter (Electronics)

Sound isn't that great through the built in speakers, but if you hook it up to more powerfull speakers or a guitar amp it sounds really good. For a more realistic feel, here are some accessories to get:
[...]
Great electronic drum set for a very reasonable price. Once you hook it up to a larger speaker it sounds like an authentic drumset.