Yamaha FGDP-50 Finger Drum Pad Controller

The FGDP‑50 is a dedicated finger drumming instrument that combines a built‑in tone generator, a compact speaker, and a rechargeable battery — making it a fully self‑contained, portable pad device. It’s tailored for finger drumming with its ergonomic layout and super-sensitive pads, allowing for expressive playing including ghost notes, flams, rolls, and more. With enough connectivity (USB MIDI/Audio and AUX In), you can hook it up to a computer or mobile device and use it with your DAW or external software. It also has onboard features like a click with tap tempo, a session‑creator, and the ability to load and trigger your own samples.

Key Features

• Ergonomic pad layout optimized for finger drumming

• Ultra-sensitive pads with aftertouch support

• Includes 48 preset kits and 1,500 voices / instruments

• Built-in tone generator for dynamic and nuanced sound

• USB MIDI and USB audio I/O

• Rechargeable lithium-ion battery for portability

• Built-in speaker for standalone playback

• AUX In for playing along with external audio sources

• 8 assignable RGB backlit pads

• Playback sampler (can load one-shot samples or short phrases)

• Session Creator (auto-accompaniment) for backing bass/guitar lines

• Note Repeat function for fast rolls or repeated hits

• Four memory registration buttons for quick recall of custom setups

• USB audio player / recorder for recording your playing or loading tracks

• Onboard metronome / click with tap tempo