Convert your snare and toms to digital pads for bold hybrid performances.
If your gigs demand more than your acoustic drums can deliver, the RT-MicS is the gateway to an inspiring new world of hybrid sounds. And if you're intimidated by the prospect of a hybrid setup, rest assured that it's simple to integrate this compact module into your acoustic kit - without additional equipment - transforming your snare and tom into versatile digital pads. The RT-MicS has eight preloaded sounds - from a handclap to a snare drum variation - that you'll be using with confidence in minutes. But for ambitious drummers, this is just the beginning: you can import sampled sounds from a computer via USB, use the onboard mic to capture and process snare/background sound, or even mix sounds acoustic and digital for a bold sound signature. Whatever your ideas, the RT-MicS is the fastest way to explore the exciting possibilities of hybrid drums.
Lay acoustic and digital sounds on your snare drum and toms.
No one wants to sound like every other drummer on the scene, and the RT-MicS makes it easy to layer sounds for head-turning snare and tom playing. Triggering the eight preloaded sounds is simple - just press the drums with the RT-MicS attached and your chosen electronic sound will play simultaneously. But it's the layering of sounds that gets interesting, with a single hit giving you both a sample-based sound and a raw acoustic sound. Perhaps you'll choose to enhance your snare by mixing that familiar acoustic crack with a complementary snare sound from the RT-MicS. Or maybe you'll layer a tambourine on top of the snare drum for a soulful backbeat.
Import your original sampled sounds
When you have a killer drum sound in mind, the RT-MicS is the quickest way to include it in your performance. First, download the free RT-MicS Sender software to transfer your original sample data to the device. Then, import up to eight sounds (10 seconds maximum) via USB and get creative. You can mix your snare drum and acoustic toms with sound effects, or layer them with other instruments you can't bring to the gig, like gongs and timpani. Alternatively, to save valuable time, you can import tambourine or shaker sounds (no mics needed) and trigger them by hitting your drums. For added flexibility, you can even set the RT-MicS Sender software so that imported sounds are only triggered when you touch the rim.
Customize your snare and toms with the built-in mic
You love your tone and your toms - but imagine if you could take that raw sound even further. The RT-MicS allows you to easily attach it to the edge of your acoustic drums and record their sound with the onboard mic (no external equipment required). After capturing the original acoustic tone, it's time to go further - by processing, customizing or adding external effects like delay and compressor. In just a few minutes, you can achieve a unique drum sound like no one else on the circuit.
FEATURES
Drum trigger, sound source, mic and mixer integrated into one compact unit.
User samples can be imported via USB
8 preloaded sounds, including handclap and snare variations
Piezoelectric sensor and equipped with a microphone to trigger electronic sounds and capture acoustic sounds
Separate outputs for electronic (via piezo sensor) and acoustic (via microphone) sounds
The electronic output can be used as a mix output for electronic sounds and microphone sounds.
Battery operation (006P/9V) ideal for on-road performance
Easy to install, simple to use
Download the free RT-MicS Wave Sender (PC/Mac) to transfer user samples to the unit