Product Overview
BeatBuddy is a drum machine that guitarists and basists can operate underfoot No hands required operations like start, fill, change rhythm, hit, tap tempo and pause It is also the easiest to operate drum machine on the market. Even while playing guitars, basic operations can be achieved on your feet. Its like having your own drummer during live performance.
The sound is a WAV (audio) file that is actually sampled by professional drummers at 24 bits. Triggered by MIDI played data. These combinations allow you to ring any drum kit with a variety of rhythm patterns.
However, regular drum machines can be loaded with rhythm patterns, BeatBuddy is specialized in performance tools and cannot be impacted on the body. Instead, by using the free editing software "BeatBuddy Manager" you can transfer the rhythm pattern created by the DAW software to the main unit (via USB connection or SD card). Each kit fits MIDI GM (General MIDI) drum map.
The large color display not only displays each information, but also represents the beats by moving the color-coded lines. It also makes it easy to see which part of the song (intro, fill, etc.) is played.
The shape and size are almost the same as the effect pedal. You can also connect it to the end of the effect chain, and it will not change the tone of the connected musical instrument. Of course, it works as a stand-alone drum machine without connecting effects or instruments.
Key Features Summary
Studio quality 24-bit stereo audio
Over 220 styles, 24 genres, 10 drum sets, all equipped with apps.
No programming required for live use, hands-free control
Visual Metronome
Synchronization via MIDI
Connects to the effect line to create a simple sound system.
Periodic firmware update
Function expansion via free software.
A set of drums with up to 300 types, and a large capacity with a built-in 3 million songs.
New library can be downloaded.
Control
Foot switch
Knob: Volume
Knob/Switch: Drum Set, Tempo
Tap Tempo Button
Scroll key
Headphone volume dial
Connecting Terminals
Instrument Input: Standard Phones x 2 (L/Mono, R)
Audio output: Standard phone x 2 (L/Mono, R).
Headphone Output: Mini stereo
Foot switch input: TRS jack (connect optional Footswitch+ etc.)
MIDI Sync: Mini DIN (converts to standard MIDI in/out with optional MIDI Sync Breakout Cable).
Others: SD card slot, USB port (mini USB), DC input
Main Specifications
Audio Quality: 24-bit/44.1 kHz, True Stereo
Output impedance: less than 26 Ω
S/N ratio: 95 dB
Frequency response: 10 Hz - 20 kHz
Input impedance: 1 MΩ or more
Maximum input level: 3.5 dBu
Power supply: 9V/500mA AC adapter (included)
USB cable for updating and SD card included with the content.
External dimensions: 3.5 x 5.1 x 2.5 inches (90 x 130 x 64 mm) (W x L x H)
Weight: 18.2 oz (520 g).
Optional Products
Footswitch+ (Foot Switch Plus).
Foot switch that extends BeatBuddy features such as pause a playback song or call the next song, and has improved switch top shape compared to previous models.
MIDI Sync Breakout Cable
Breakout cable to add MIDI in/out to BeatBuddy to sync with external devices that have MIDI terminals (such as loopers and delays)
BeatBuddy/Footswitch+ Bundle (Beat Buddy / Foot Switch Plus Bundle)
Bundle includes BeatBuddy and Footswitch+