Roland pd-128s Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 V-Pad...
  • Page 2: Using The Unit Safely

    Disconnect the sound module before moving to do so). Refer all servicing to your retailer, Do not place containers the nearest Roland Service Center, or an the unit containing liquid on this product. authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the Before you move the unit, Never allow foreign objects (e.g.,...
  • Page 3: Important Notes

    Copyright © 2012 ROLAND CORPORATION All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION. Roland, V-Drums are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Roland Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
  • Page 4: Getting Started

    Bracket Shell (PD-128/PD-108) * The illustration shows the PD-128. • The only difference between the PD-128 and PD-108 is their diameter. • The PD-128S has no bracket as it’s designed for use with a snare stand. PD-128S PD-128 PD-108 NOTE •...
  • Page 5: Mounting The Pads

    Make sure that the snare stand you are using is able to support a 12-inch shell. Stand with Vertical Rod MEMO (MDS Series) Since the PD-128S is a dedicated snare pad, it does not have a bracket. Loosen Tighten Rod diameter that can be attached: 9–11.5 mm (3/8–1/2 inch)
  • Page 6 Using a monaural cable will NOT allow rim shots or sound modules. positional sensing. Further trigger parameter adjustment may be needed depending on the way in which the PD-128S/128/108 is MEMO mounted or the playing environment. Refer to the table below for details on trigger inputs For details on editing refer to the owner’s manual of your...
  • Page 7: Adjusting The Head Tension

    Connecting to the Percussion Sound Module Adjusting the Head Tension TD-9 Model name Trigger type PD-128S PD125 Before playing, you must adjust the pad tension first. PD-128 PD125 You can tune/adjust the head tension as you would with PD-108 PD105 an acoustic drum, to get the same dynamic “feel.
  • Page 8: Replacing The Head

    For replacement heads or to have the hoop rubber Loosen all tuning bolts, and remove the hoop replaced, please contact your dealer or a Roland service and head. center. Hoop...
  • Page 9 Both edges of the covering will fit into the gap between 11. Adjust the tension of the head. the shell and plate. Refer to “Adjusting the Head Tension” (p. 7). Covering size Plate PD-128S/PD-128 • 77 (Width) x 927 (Length) mm Screw Covering 927 mm Shell 77 mm •...
  • Page 10: Playing Methods

    Playing Methods Head Shots Change the Nuance of the Rim Shot Only playing the head and with certain snare sounds, the playing position will Only with the TD-30/TD-20X/TDW-20/TD-20/TD-12 change the sound’s nuance. With certain snare and tom sounds, slight changes in the Head way you play rim shots changes the nuance.
  • Page 11: Specifications

    7 lbs 8 oz 6 lbs 10 oz Owner’s manual, Connection cable (*1), Drum key (*1) Accessories *1 Supplied only if the PD-128S/128/108 has been purchased as an independent unit. Options — Pad Mount (MDH series), Stand (MDS series) * In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without...
  • Page 12 For EU Countries For China For C.A. US ( Proposition 65 ) WARNING This product contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm, including lead.
  • Page 13 Information When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country as shown below. TAIWAN ECUADOR RUSSIA OMAN AFRICA EUROPE ROLAND TAIWAN ENTERPRISE Mas Musika Roland Music LLC TALENTZ CENTRE L.L.C. Rumichaca 822 y Zaruma Dorozhnaya ul.3,korp.6...

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