Yamaha RM50 Rhythm Tone Generator (1992) – Classic 1U Rackmount Drum Module
Up for sale is a classic Yamaha RM50 Rhythm Tone Generator. Considered the power-packed rackmount successor to Yamaha's acclaimed RY30 drum machine, the RM50 delivers crisp, punchy 16-bit AWM2 percussion samples along with deep, synthesizer-style sound-shaping capabilities.
Overview & Specs

• Sound Engine: 16-bit AWM2 Tone Generation with resonant filters, LFO modulation, and custom envelope settings.
  
• Polyphony & Multitimbrality: 16-voice polyphony with 16-part multitimbral control over MIDI.
  
• Inputs & Outputs: 6 external trigger inputs for electronic pads or drum triggers, standard Stereo L/R outputs, and 6 individual direct outputs for dedicated mixing and outboard processing.
  
• Expandability: 3 front-panel waveform card slots (compatible with RY30, SY55, and SY77 cards) plus RAM expansion support.
  
• MIDI Control: Full MIDI In/Out/Thru capabilities, real-time controller mapping, and pitch bend response across custom kits.
  

Condition & Inclusions

• Excellent condition-One small caveat: a lot of this older gear was made with rubber feet that "melt" and get sticky over time. The strips of paper have been placed over the feet to keep it from sticking to tables, other gear, etc. There's also some chipping/discoloration on the corner of the rear left of the machine where the MIDI connectors are. None of this effects the operation of the unit.
  

Ships quickly and securely packed. Feel free to reach out with any questions or reasonable offers!