Vintage Yamaha RX5 digital drum machine from 1986. Powers on, plays factory patterns and produces audio, but has several non-working pads. Selling as-is for repair, restoration or use with an external sequencer (MIDI operation not tested yet).

Known issues:

  • TOM 2, upper CRASH and CLAP pads do not respond.
  • TOM 4 responds intermittently.
  • Crack in the plastic casing (see photos).

Tested and working:

  • LCD display is clear and functioning.
  • Factory patterns and demo songs play correctly.
  • Audio outputs function properly.
  • Cartridge slot successfully reads and loads cartridges.
  • Remaining drum pads appear to function normally.

The machine is usable for playback despite the pad issues, but will require repair to restore full functionality.

No power supply, cartridges or accessories included.

Sold as-is with the known issues described above.

This item is sold As-Described

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Listed3 days ago
ConditionFair (Used)
Fair condition gear should function but will show noticeable cosmetic damage or other issues.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • RX5 Digital Rhythm Programmer
Finish
  • Black
Categories
Year
  • 1986
Number of Pads
  • 24 Pads
MIDI I/O
  • MIDI Through
  • MIDI Input
  • MIDI Output
Polyphony
  • 16 Voices
Analog / Digital
  • Digital

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Saiyan Sound Supply

Austin, TX, United States
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