Roland SPD-30-BK Octapad Digital Percussion Pad (Black)

General

Since 1985, Roland's legendary Octapad has been a useful addition to the kits of both amateur and professional drummers. It all started with the popular Pad-8, quickly followed by the more advanced Pad-80. Neither of these percussion pads were capable of controlling external MIDI sources, however. The new Roland Octapad SPD-30 is equipped with a large collection of high-quality samples and each of its 600 percussion instruments can be individually edited.

The Sounds of the SPD-30-BK

The SPD-30 offers one hundred diverse kits. Not only classic acoustic rock and jazz kits are included, but a wide selection of percussion instruments from all over the world is at your disposal as well. Parameters like tuning, attack, timbre and volume can be adjusted, enabling you to create a fully personalised percussion pad. A number of ambient effects, an equalizer, a limiter and a wide range of multi-effects can also be used to add flavour to your sound.

Pads, Triggers and Connectors

Each of the eight pads of the SPD30 Octapad has an excellent response and is capable of rejecting crosstalk. It is possible to connect up to 4 additional pads with double triggering and a hi-hat controller. The acoustic drum triggers from Roland's RT series are also compatible. The Octapad is fitted with a headphone connector, a mix input and line outputs. The MIDI IN and OUT and the USB MIDI port allow you to control external sources.

Additional Features

The compact and exceptionally rugged SPD 30-BK is equipped with a number of interesting additional features. Thanks to the backlit LCD display, you can operate it even on the darkest stage. The Octapad features a phrase loop function, which enables you to record and loop rhythm patterns then add up to three additional layers. You can even store these patterns, by connecting an optional USB memory device.

• Full compatibility with the SPD-30 can only be guaranteed for Roland USB data devices.
• The SPD-30 is supplied without accessories, apart from an adapter, a manual and screws, which are included upon delivery.
• If necessary, the number of drum kits can be upgraded from 50 to 100. This upgrade can be downloaded via the Downloads tab on the SPD-30 Support page of Roland's website.