YAMAHA RX5

The Yamaha RX5 is a vintage digital drum machine from the mid-1980s, celebrated for its versatility and distinctive sound. It features 24 digitally recorded drum and percussion sounds, including kicks, snares, hi-hats, toms, and cymbals, with the option to further customize these sounds using pitch, decay, and other parameters. The RX5 also includes multiple outputs for routing individual sounds, a built-in sequencer for programming patterns, and the ability to layer and edit voices for greater creative control. With its solid, retro aesthetic and a variety of features that were ahead of its time, the RX5 remains a favorite for producers seeking classic 80s drum sounds with a unique edge.
The RX5 was first released in 1986 by Yamaha Music of Japan.