An 8-voice
digital drum machine released in
1987.
The TR-626 features 30 12-bit
PCM samples as the
instruments, with the ability to
tune (±7 semitones) and
mix them individually.
48 preset and 48 user programmable
patterns can be
stored in 6 songs, with a limit of 999 user
events. Programming can be done in both
real time and
steps, with a big
TR-707-style
matrix display helping the progress. The
sequencer is quite
basic, but does feature 7
accent levels (as a parameter) and easy switcing between modes for quick
erasing etc.
In addition to the normal
stereo jack, there are 8 individual
outputs for all the voices.
MIDI support is available, as well as
tape sync and start/stop
pedal input. The memory restrictions can be helped by
RAM cards (expanding the capacity to 92 patterns) or
SysEx dump. The 626 can even run on 6 AA
batteries.
Sounds:
kick 1-2
snare 1-3
rim shot
low tom 1-2
mid tom 1-2
high tom 1-2
closed/open hi-hat
tambourine
cowbell
low/high agago
low/high timbale
low/open/mute conga
hand clap
shaker
claves
China cymbal
crash cymbal
cup cymbal
ride cymbal
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