The ddrum NIO Professional Electronic Percussion Pad breaks free from the constraints of traditional drumming practice, opening up a world full of creative opportunities. This highly versatile percussion pad condenses the power of a full - fledged electronic drum kit into a compact and portable design. It's your ideal partner for practice sessions, live shows, and studio recordings. The NIO comes with nine responsive rubber pads, offering a natural and satisfying playing feel. You can precisely trigger a wide range of sounds and loops. The name 'NIO' pays a subtle homage to ddrum's Swedish heritage, cleverly related to the number nine. Forget about the limitations of pre - defined kits. Explore 30 carefully curated presets suitable for various musical styles. But it doesn't stop there. With 512MB of user storage, you can create your own custom kits according to your unique sound preferences and load your personal collection of samples and loops. The NIO's dual trigger inputs and foot - switch capabilities let you push the boundaries of creativity. Connect external triggers or pads to expand your sonic options. In space - limited practice or travel scenarios, use the foot - switch inputs to turn the NIO into a complete electronic kit. The intuitive control panel of the NIO makes it easy to navigate through presets, sounds, and functions. Glow - in - the - dark buttons ensure you can stay in control during low - light performances. Whether you want silent practice with headphones or to fill a room with powerful drumming through external speakers or PA systems, the NIO fits right in. Use the 1/8 - inch Aux input to jam along with your favorite music for an immersive practice experience. With USB connectivity, you can load your custom samples and loops, adding a personalized touch to your drumming. The ddrum NIO is built with durable and professional - grade components, a great investment for drummers looking to take their skills to the next level. Key features include a revolutionary drumming experience for all levels of players, a wide range of sounds and custom - kit creation ability, expanded sonic possibilities, user - friendly design, and seamless integration into existing setups. Technical specifications: Physical Characteristics - 9 Isolated Rubber Pads, 2 Dual Trigger Inputs, 2 Switch Pedal Inputs, 1/4 Headphone Output, 1/4 Stereo Outputs L/R with Volume Control, 1/8 Stereo Aux Input, USB Output (USB - B Port), 5 Pin MIDI In & Out; Kits - 30 Preset Kits (5 ddrum series kits), 20 User Kits, 608 Total Sounds; Storage - 512 MB for loading sounds or loops; Size - Dimensions 14″ x 12.3″.
Using the ddrum NIO Electronic Percussion Pad is a breeze. First, you can start by exploring the 30 preset kits to get a feel for the different sounds available. To create your own custom kits, use the 512MB of storage to load your personal samples and loops. For more sounds, connect external triggers or pads through the dual trigger inputs. In a small space, you can use the foot - switch inputs to turn it into a full - fledged electronic kit. When practicing, you can connect headphones for quiet sessions or use the stereo outputs to connect to external speakers or PA systems. You can also jam along with your favorite music using the 1/8 - inch Aux input. For low - light performances, the glow - in - the - dark buttons on the control panel will help you stay in control. As for maintenance, keep the pad clean and dry. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures or humidity. If you're not using it for a long time, store it in a safe place. When connecting or disconnecting cables, do it gently to avoid damaging the ports.
