Yamaha Finger Drum Pad FGDP50

For drummers on the move, we have the Yamaha Finger Drum Pad FGDP50. This compact and advanced finger drum machine is brimming with sounds, features, and effects. It allows you to create original drum patterns and beats with just the touch of your fingers.

The layout of the 18 pads is ergonomic for optimal play, and the pads are ultra-sensitive for a full drum kit response. The FGDP50 is a versatile, all-in-one instrument featuring a built-in tone generator and internal speaker to perform anywhere without extra gear.

It features the acoustic drum sounds from Yamaha's DTX electronic drums series and a wide range of electro sounds. Whether you play metal or dance, you'll find a drum kit to suit your style. The 18 drum pads are. Expanding on the design of its younger brother, the FDP30, the FGDP50 features an integrated playback sampler and eight RGB backlit pads.

In addition, the FGDP50 comes equipped with a built-in USB audio player/recorder, allowing you to record and capture your performances easily. This is perfect for musicians who need to track their sessions anywhere.

The FGDP50 is built for a three-finger playing technique, using your thumb, index, and middle finger—your favourite digits. This design allows you to perform standard 8-beat rhythms with one hand or 16-beat rhythms with both hands.

With 1,500 Voices and 48 preset kits, it provides an abundance of sound options to craft your unique tone. Additionally, you can mix and match your favourite Voices to create personalised kits, unlocking endless creative possibilities.

Tailored Layout for Easy Finger Drumming

The layout of the drum pads on the FGDP50 is designed carefully so that your finger drumming is optimised and comfortable. This allows extended performance and creating sessions without finger fatigue.

Ultra-Responsive Drum Pads for Effortless Play

Engineered for intricate and dynamic drumming patterns, the FGDP50's advanced pads are built to capture every nuance and detail of your performance. Paired with the internal Tone Generator, the FGDP50 allows you to execute techniques like flams, ghost notes and fills, mimicking a real drum kit. Additionally, the pads support Aftertouch, providing an added layer of expressive control.

Anywhere, Anytime – Rechargeable with Built-in Speaker

Equipped with a built-in rechargeable battery and integrated speaker, the Yamaha Drum Machine offers the freedom to play and perform wherever inspiration strikes. Whether you're in the studio or on a mountaintop, you can take your beats anywhere and express your rhythm with ease.

Capture Your Performance with Ease

The Yamaha Finger Pad features a USB to Device Terminal to ensure you never lose that perfect beat. This allows you to easily record your sessions or play back music stored on a USB flash drive, keeping your performances safe and accessible.

Eight Additional RGB Backlit Pads

You can assign sounds and voices to the eight additional backlit pads to add extra layers to your drum beats. This allows complete drum control over when and which sounds are triggered by each pad. It gives you complete creative control and limitless drum creation possibilities. Develop your personalised style.

Unleash your creativity with the Playback Sampler

The Yamaha FGDP50 allows you to assign one-shot samples or short phrases from a USB flash memory to any Pad. Adding your unique style to your tracks. Load your preferred samples onto a USB flash drive and quickly assign them to the Pads. The powerful playback sampler unlocks endless sonic potential, giving you a competitive performance advantage.

Session Creator and Note Repeat functionality

The FGDP50 comes equipped with the Session Creator. This auto-accompaniment feature lets you add bass, guitar, or other instruments to enhance your performance. Whether practising solo or performing live, this function creates a rich and immersive musical experience. The Session Creator brings complexity and depth to your sound, helping elevate your performances with a more polished, professional edge.

The FGDP50's Note Repeat feature also lets you effortlessly repeat sounds with a single touch. Perfect for crafting rhythmic patterns or adding dynamic energy to your music, this feature is as simple as pressing and holding a Pad. The FGDP50 will automatically repeat the assigned sound at a set rate, making it ideal for genres like electronic, hip-hop, and pop, where rhythmic repetition plays a vital role.