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Yamaha DTX-PRO Drum Trigger Module vs Dolby All-in-One Module Multipad Compatible Roland +Alesis D914 HDP-5

Buy the Yamaha DTX-PRO if you need a sound module for a full electronic kit and want Yamaha's 712 voices, 256-note polyphony and 240 kits. Buy the Dolby D914 if you want one box that is both a nine-pad multipad and a kit module, and you play Roland or Alesis pads. The Yamaha is a used B-stock unit at $76 off, and the Dolby is a new unit with a cable snake and mounting plate in the box. Check current prices at each store before you decide.

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Yamaha
Yamaha DTX-PRO Drum Trigger Module

Yamaha DTX-PRO Drum Trigger Module

Choose the Yamaha DTX-PRO if you already have Yamaha pads and cymbals, or you want the deeper sound set and 200 user kits for building your own kits.

Pros
  • 712 voices and 256-note polyphony give plenty of headroom for layered kits.
  • 200 user kits let you build and store your own setups.
USB TO HOST and USB TO DEVICE for computer and file work, plus MIDI OUT.
  • Full dot LCD and tap tempo from 30 to 300 BPM.
  • Compact and light at 1.5 kg.
    • Cons
    • No pads or trigger inputs of its own; you need a pad set.
    • B-stock, so only one unit is available at the sale price.
    • No built-in drum machine pads despite the 'Drum Machine: Yes' spec.
    • Yamaha-only voicing; not aimed at Roland or Alesis pads.
    Dolby
    Dolby All-in-One Module Multipad Compatible Roland +Alesis D914 HDP-5

    Dolby All-in-One Module Multipad Compatible Roland +Alesis D914 HDP-5

    Choose the Dolby D914 if you want built-in pads to play on their own and need to trigger Roland or Alesis pads without buying a separate module.

    Pros
    • Nine built-in pads mean you can play it as a standalone multipad.
    • Five extra inputs and a cable snake take it to 14 drums.
    • Works with Roland and Alesis pads, including 3-zone rides and 2-piece hi-hats.
    • Ships new with power supply, sticks, cable snake and mounting plate.
    • One unit covers both sample pad and kit module duties.
    Cons
    • Listing says not recommended for Yamaha pads.
    • No stated voice count, polyphony or kit memory.
    • Made in China by HXM as the HDP-5; Dolby is the brand on it.
    • No stated USB or MIDI connections.

    What separates them

    Yamaha DTX-PRO Drum Trigger ModuleDolby All-in-One Module Multipad Compatible Roland +Alesis D914 HDP-5
    What it isSound module only, no padsNine built-in velocity-sensing pads plus module
    Sound set712 voices, 40 preset kits, 200 user kitsNot stated in the listing
    Polyphony256 notesNot stated
    Pad inputsNone built in; triggers come from connected pads5 extra inputs, expandable to 14 drums with the cable snake
    Brand compatibilityBuilt for Yamaha padsRoland and Alesis pads; listing says not recommended for Yamaha
    ConnectivityUSB TO DEVICE, USB TO HOST, MIDI OUTNot stated
    ConditionB-stock, like-new, original accessories and packagingNew, with power supply, sticks, cable snake and mounting plate
    Size and weight303 x 196 x 66 mm, 1.5 kgNot stated

    Price history

    • Yamaha DTX-PRO Drum Trigger Module: lowest $683.99 on Nov 2 at Reverb.
    • Dolby All-in-One Module Multipad Compatible Roland +Alesis D914 HDP-5: lowest $599.99 on Nov 2 at Dolby Drums.

    Prices at every store

    Yamaha DTX-PRO Drum Trigger Module

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    Dolby All-in-One Module Multipad Compatible Roland +Alesis D914 HDP-5

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    Specs compared

    SpecYamaha DTX-PRO Drum Trigger ModuleDolby All-in-One Module Multipad Compatible Roland +Alesis D914 HDP-5
    Width303 mm (11-15/16 in)—
    Height196 mm (7-11/16 in)—
    Depth66 mm (2-5/8 in)—
    Weight1.5 kg (3 lb 5 oz)—
    Maximum Polyphony256 notes—
    Drum kitsPreset: 40 Kits, User: 200 Kits—
    Voices712—
    Tempo30 to 300 BPM, Tap Tempo supported.—
    DisplayFull Dot LCD (128×64 dot)—
    USBUSB TO DEVICE, USB TO HOST—
    MIDIMIDI OUT—
    Connector TypeUSB, MIDI—
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    SpecYamaha DTX-PRO Drum Trigger ModuleDolby All-in-One Module Multipad Compatible Roland +Alesis D914 HDP-5
    File CompatibilityMIDI Format—
    Drum MachineYes—
    Built-in trigger pads—nine built-in, velocity sensing trigger pads
    Additional pad inputs—5 addition pad inputs
    Maximum drums—expandable up to 14 drums
    Origin—Manufactured in China by HXM as HDP-5

    What reviewers say

    Yamaha DTX-PRO Drum Trigger Module

    Owners of Yamaha DTX kits generally rate the DTX-PRO module highly for its natural acoustic drum sounds and simple layout, and many call it the best-sounding module in its price class. Some wish the display and editing were larger and faster.

    Pros
    • Realistic, well-recorded acoustic kit sounds
    • Easy kit switching and straightforward layout
    • Good value as an upgrade for older DTX pads
    • Reliable USB recording and MIDI output
    Cons
    • Small screen makes deep editing slow
    • Fewer routing and effects options than flagship modules
    • No MIDI IN for triggering from external gear

    Questions and answers

    Which is better for a full electronic drum kit?
    The Yamaha DTX-PRO, if your pads are Yamaha. It has 712 voices, 256-note polyphony and 200 user kits. The Dolby D914 is the better fit if your pads are Roland or Alesis.
    Can the Dolby D914 work with Yamaha pads?
    The listing says it is not recommended for Yamaha pads. It is built around Roland and Alesis triggering, including 3-zone rides and 2-piece hi-hats.
    Do I need extra pads for the Yamaha DTX-PRO?
    Yes. It is a module only, with no pads or trigger inputs of its own. The Dolby D914 has nine built-in pads and five extra inputs.
    Is the Yamaha worth it as a used B-stock unit?
    It is listed as like-new with all original accessories and packaging, at $76 off. That is a fair trade if you want the deeper sound set and do not mind a single used unit.
    Which has more expandability?
    The Dolby D914, which goes to 14 drums with the included cable snake. The Yamaha expands only through the pads you connect to it.
    Which is easier to set up out of the box?
    The Dolby D914. It ships with a power supply, sticks, cable snake and mounting plate, and you can play its built-in pads right away. The Yamaha needs a pad set and cabling.