- The latest pad-sensing technology developed for V-Drums provides even and accurate pad triggering with excellent isolation between pads
- Four dual-trigger inputs, plus hi-hat controller for adding pads to create a mini kit, or for connecting triggers from acoustic drums
- Phrase Loop function inspires your creativity; record your playing in real time and overdub up to three layers
- USB connectivity for MIDI and memory storage
- Large backlit LCD and pad indicator lights for easy operation in low-light conditions
- Rugged, road-worthy design
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The number of kits has been increased from 50 to 99 (Version 2)
Forty-nine exciting new kits have been added to the OCTAPAD for even more creative possibilities. Use the OCTAPAD as a compact drum set, play dynamic orchestral percussion, or explore traditional world percussion and melodic instruments from India, the Middle East, Africa, China, and Latin America. * You can back up your own original OCTAPAD SPD-30 kit data and import it into Version 2.
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Controllable Phrase Loop function with 50 preset phrases (Version 2)
The onboard Phrase Loop function lets you instantly create layered loops and phrases. You can record and store 50 phrases internally, with each containing up to three layers. You can also save your phrase data on your USB Memory. With Version 2, you can control the start of Phrase Loop using pad velocity, buttons presses, and/or a footswitch (optional). Additionally, you can toggle freely between solo play (Kit mode) and phrase play (Phrase Loop mode). Nineteen new phrases have been added to the onboard library, which adds exciting performance and recording possibilities.
- The number of kits has been increased from 50 to 99 (Version 2)Forty-nine exciting new kits have been added to the OCTAPAD for even more creative possibilities. Use the OCTAPAD as a compact drum set, play dynamic orchestral percussion, or explore traditional world percussion and melodic instruments from India, the Middle East, Africa, China, and Latin America. * You can back up your own original OCTAPAD SPD-30 kit data and import it into Version 2.
- Controllable Phrase Loop function with 50 preset phrases (Version 2)The onboard Phrase Loop function lets you instantly create layered loops and phrases. You can record and store 50 phrases internally, with each containing up to three layers. You can also save your phrase data on your USB Memory. With Version 2, you can control the start of Phrase Loop using pad velocity, buttons presses, and/or a footswitch (optional). Additionally, you can toggle freely between solo play (Kit mode) and phrase play (Phrase Loop mode). Nineteen new phrases have been added to the onboard library, which adds exciting performance and recording possibilities.
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) |
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 |
Display | 160 x 160 dots Graphic Type LCD (Backlit LCD) Pad Status Illumination x 8 (LED) |
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) |
Output Impedance | 1.0 k ohms |
Power Supply | AC Adaptor (DC 9 V) |
Current Draw | 600 mA |
Accessories | Owner's Manual AC Adaptor (PSB-1U) Screws (M5 x 12 mm) x 4 |
Options | 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) 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. |