ROLAND SPD-SX SAMPLING PAD

Roland SPD-SX

The perfect Sampling Percussion-Instrument

The new SPD-SX Sampling Pad provides powerful Sampling- and Editing Tools as well as innovative recording Functions, expressive playing surfaces, three Multi-effect processors and much more…  The perfect addition to any acoustic or electronic drum kit, percussion setup, DJ booth, or keyboard rig, the SPD-SX is equally at home on the live stage, in the recording studio, pre-production suite, or dance club. The SPD-SX takes many of the proven concepts from its predecessor and raises them to a new level. Whether you’re firing off one-shot samples, looped phrases, or complete audio playback tracks, the SPD-SX is loaded with the latest technology and tools to get the job done with speed, precision, and convenience. Enjoy the most advanced triggering and sampling technology in a sleek, easy-to-use percussion instrument.

Features of the Roland SPD-SX:

• Unique sampling-pad concept — the only instrument of its kind in the world
• 4 GB internal memory, enabling approximately 360 minutes of sampling (mono) without requiring external memory
• Nine velocity-sensitive rubber pads, two external dual-trigger inputs
• Easy capturing and assignment of audio data through Multi-Pad Sampling
• Three units of multi-effects onboard, with two real-time control knobs and four dedicated effect buttons
• Individual Pad Dynamics indicators show pad status and audio-level activity during performance
• Expanded USB functionality (USB Mass Storage, USB MIDI/AUDIO, USB Memory)
• Wave Manager software included for easily importing, assigning, and organizing samples
• Large backlit LCD

Technical Facts on the Roland SPD-SX:

• Pads: Built-in Pads: 8
• * Four external trigger inputs are provided, allowing you to connect Pads.
• Instruments: 670
• Kits: 50
• Kit Chain: 8 chains (20 steps per chain)
• Output Impedance: 1.0 k ohms
• Power Suppl: AC Adaptor (DC 9 V)
• Current Draw: 600 mA
• Display: 160 x 160 dots Graphic Type LCD (Backlit LCD); Pad Status Illumination x 8 (LED)

Instrument Parameters:

• Tuning
• Muffling
• Soft Attack
• Tone Color
• Pitch Sweep
• Volume
• Pan
• Reverse

Effect Types:

• Ambience (7 Types)
• Equalizer
• Limiter
• Multi Effect (30 Types)

Phrase Loop:

• Phrases: 50
• Parts: 3
• Tempo: 40 to 260
• Resolution: 480 ticks per quarter note
• Recording Method: Real-time
• Maximum Note Storage: approx. 10,000 Notes

Connectors:

• PHONES Jack (Stereo 1/4 inch phone type)
• OUTPUT Jacks (L (MONO), R) (1/4 inch phone type)
• MIX IN Jack (Stereo 1/4 inch phone type)
• EXTERNAL TRIGGER INPUT Jacks x 4
• HH CTRL Jack, FOOT SW Jack (1/4 inch TRS phone type)
• MIDI Connectors (IN, OUT)
• USB MEMORY Connector (for USB Memory)
• USB MIDI Connector (for USB MIDI)

Accessories:

• Owner’s Manual
• AC Adaptor (PSB-1U)
• Screws (M5 x 12 mm) x 4

Options: (sold separately)

• Pads (PD series, PDX series, BT-1)
• Cymbals (CY series)
• Kick Triggers (KD series)
• Hi-Hats (VH-11)
• Hi-Hat Control Pedal (FD series)
• Pad Stand (PDS-10)
• All-Purpose Clamp (APC-33)
• Acoustic Drum Trigger (RT-30H, RT-30HR, RT-30K)
• Pedal Switch (DP-2)
• Module holding plate (MDP-7)
• Foot Switch (FS-5U, FS-6)
• Personal Drum Monitor: PM-10, PM-30
• V-Drums Accessory Package: DAP-3
• V-Drums Mat: TDM-10
• USB memory

* Use USB memory sold by Roland. We cannot guarantee operation if other products are used.

Size and Weight:

• width: 541 mm ( 21-5/16 inches)
• depth: 272 mm ( 10-3/4 inches)
• height: 88 mm (3-1/2 inches)
• weight: 3.8 kg (8 lbs. 7 oz.)