Yamaha FGDP-30 Finger Drum Pad

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Percussion Pad

Extremely sensitive pads in an optimised arrangement
39 preset kits and 1,212 sounds
2 registration and recall buttons
USB MIDI / Audio
AUX in
Built-in speaker
Rechargeable battery
Dimensions (H x W x D): 5 x 22 x 19 cm

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Available since September 2023
Item number 575108
Sales Unit 1 piece(s)
Number of trigger pads 26
Sampling function No
Number of Trigger inputs 0
playable with hands Yes
Mix Input Yes
USB connector Yes
MIDI interface Yes

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Compact controller for fingertip beatmaking

With the Yamaha FGDP-30 Finger Drum Pad, even beginners will feel like an accomplished drummer in any style of music in seconds – using nothing but their fingers. This pad controller comes with a built-in speaker and packs over 1,200 sounds for maximum flexibility, whether it's used in a bedroom studio or live on stage. Thanks to its specially designed, ergonomic key layout, drumming will feel natural and precise, however long the session lasts. And the rechargeable built-in battery means it can even go completely wireless. All this makes the Yamaha FGDP-30 Finger Drum Pad a compact drum controller that's ideal for everything from adding rhythmic grooves to existing melodies to laying down beats as the foundation for completely new tracks.

Yamaha FGDP-30 Finger Drum Pad, controls

Responsive pads for realistic beats

Alongside classic drumkit sounds, the Yamaha FGDP-50's library includes a huge range of electronic tones, making it perfect for small acoustic groups and electronic music artists in equal measure. Each pad can be assigned one of the 1,211 sounds, although there are 39 pre-defined drumsets for a quick, cohesive sense of musicality. For even more flexibility, the ultra-responsive pads let players pull off techniques like dynamic accents, ghost notes, flams, and rapid rolls with ease. Cymbal chokes? No problem – just apply extra pressure thanks to aftertouch. MIDI and audio data can be sent and received via the USB port, and the device's master volume is easy to control using two buttons on the top panel.

Yamaha FGDP-30 Finger Drum Pad, speakers

No cables, no compromises

The Yamaha FGDP-30 Finger Drum Pad has been designed for everyone from live DJs who want to spice up an existing setlist, to acoustic musicians looking for some rhythmic backbone, as well as electronic artists who want to make their unique melodies irresistibly danceable: With over 1,200 sounds on board, there's something for every genre. Combined with its built-in rechargeable battery, the 2.5W speaker means beatmakers can start making beats anywhere, anytime. For silent practice, just plug in some headphones. The metronome, with seven different sounds, helps beginners hit their marks when practising. And thanks to Yamaha's USB connectivity, the FGDP-30 can also control software instruments via MIDI. All the sounds the unit is used to play are output through the headphone jack on the back panel.

About Yamaha

For decades, Yamaha has been one of the world's best-known manufacturers of musical instruments and audio technology. The Japanese company's long history began at the end of the 19th century with the harmonium. The product range has constantly expanded since then, which has made Yamaha one of the few manufacturers today to offer almost the entire range of existing musical instruments: From upright and grand pianos to guitars, wind instruments, and bowed string instruments and from drums and percussion to electronic keyboards and synthesizers. Yamaha is also a major force in the field of audio engineering as a manufacturer of mixing consoles, amplifiers, PA systems, and more. Yamaha's guiding principle is to combine traditional craftsmanship with state-of-the-art technology.

Yamaha FGDP-30 Finger Drum Pad, connections

New techniques for fingertip beats

For beginners, the three-finger technique is the best way to get started – it makes playing all the pads intuitive, almost effortless. Here's how it works: The thumb handles the bottom pad (bass drum), the index finger takes care of the middle pad (snare), and the middle finger hits the second pad from the right on the top row (hi-hat). Press the Kit button, and the + and – keys can be used to scroll through and select a new kit. Need to tweak the mix? Hit the Menu button on the far right of the control panel to adjust volume settings for things like the metronome, AUX input, audio coming in via the rear USB port, the confirmation tone when pressing buttons, and even the volume of the voice menu (which effectively replaces a screen here).

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Gdude 27.09.2023

After annoying my wife by tapping on any horizontal surface around the house I decided to buy the YAMAHA FGDP-30. I am not a drummer by any stretch of the imagination so this review is written from that perspective.
I like the size, shape, weight and the complete portability of the unit. The sound from the built-in speaker I found to be acceptable but through my headphones stunning! I have yet to play with the abundance of kits and sounds being somewhat over awed by the sheer number of choices.
Initially I don't find the online manual to be all that intuitive but I expect that to change as I get more into the instrument,
In conclusion I do not regret for one second buying the FGDP-30 and would not hesitate to recommend it to anyone.
Finally, my wife has started to speak to me again !

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Rok F. 13.04.2024

It is very fun to use and drumming feels more natural than with a regular MIDI keyboard. I like the preloaded samples and it has plenty of kits to choose from. I enjoy the electronic kits more than initially anticipated, but I'm primarily playing (with) the acoustic ones. I haven't really found the need to dabble with the settings yet, but I've checked them out. The built-in metronome is a nice addition. USB audio works out of the box, so does the MIDI interface. The battery life is good. I'm happy with the purchase and don't regret not buying the FGDP-50 model - I probably wouldn't touch most of its additional features anyway. I guess that I'd prefer a screen instead of the partially voice-driven UI but I don't personally mind it.

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Affordable and solid

Long-term workstation keyboard victim 11.02.2024

I don't have space for a drumkit, so I've had to resort to various pad controllers and such to lay down drums over the years as it is much easier to get some natural swing in. This particular unit makes that even easier as the layout is much more comfortable than a grid.
No issues with the build quality at all, solid Yamaha-stuff. Speaker is about as "meh" as you would expect, but definitely suitable for practicing.

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Just what is written on the can.

Serans 08.08.2024

It does just what l want it to do really good drum sounds throughout. L am using it to record usually a single drum component at a time to build up a kit on my DAW it works great and no drum kit and dare l say it no drummer. I think if l needed use it more as a finger kit I would have gone the more expensive version with the information screen.

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