Yamaha JXP120T - TOM PAD - 12" - FOR DTX
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
The XP120T is part of the Yamaha DTX ecosystem: a 12-inch tom pad designed to offer a convincing striking sensation while maintaining a very low noise level. It is a relevant option to complement or replace a tom on an electronic kit, with a focus on playing comfort and triggering accuracy.
Who This Drum/Pad Is For
This tom pad is aimed at beginner to intermediate drummers seeking a quiet and pleasant pad, as well as more experienced musicians wanting a responsive tom for rehearsal, recording, or live headphone playing. It is particularly suitable for styles requiring nuance and fine control (pop, funk, rock, worship, electro, variety), where triggering consistency and dynamics are essential.
Features and Innovations
With its 3 zones (head, rim shot, cross stick), the XP120T expands the playing palette by exploiting different articulations assignable from the module. The bubbled silicone coating provides a softer contact and helps reduce mechanical noise, while promoting controlled rebound. The stereo jack connection ensures transmission of the necessary information for multi-zone functionality with simple wiring.
Sound
On an electronic pad, the "sound" primarily depends on the module's samples and the quality of triggering. Here, the silicone surface helps achieve a more consistent and comfortable strike, which often translates into better handling of nuances (ghost notes, accents) and a more natural response from tom sounds. Playing gains expressiveness, especially when the module properly utilizes the different zones (head and rim) to create realistic variations.
Technical specifications
| Category | pad |
| Type | tom 12" |
| Inputs | 6.35mm jack |
| Outputs | stereo jack |
| Diameter | 12 " |
| Color | Grey |
| Electronic tom pad | 12 inches |
| 3 zones | head, rim shot, cross stick |
| Coating | bubbled silicone |
| Connections | Standard stereo phone output jack x 1 |
| Includes | XP120T + 1x stereo cable |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Yamaha JXP120T compatible with DTX modules?
Designed for the Yamaha DTX ecosystem, this pad transmits its information via a stereo jack output. The use of the 3 zones depends on the supported features of the module used.
What striking zones are available on this 12-inch tom pad?
The surface offers three zones: full head, rimshot, and cross stick. Different articulations can be assigned from the compatible module.
Is the pad’s coating quiet?
The bubble silicone reduces mechanical playing noise and provides a softer feel.
What cable is supplied with the Yamaha JXP120T?
A stereo cable is included with the pad. The connection is made via a standard 6.35 mm stereo jack.
Is this pad suitable for ghost notes and tom dynamics?
Thanks to its bubble silicone surface, the rebound is controlled. Ghost notes and accents can thus be better managed. The sound output remains determined by the samples and settings of the module.
