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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.
The new SPD-SX Sampling Pad puts
powerful sample creation and playback under
your sticks with innovative audio-capturing
features, expressive playability, three
multi-effects engines, 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 Ultimate
Percussive Sampling
Instrument
Unique sampling-pad concept — the only instrument of its kind in the world
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2GB internal memory, enabling approximately 360 minutes of sampling (mono) without requiring external memory
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Nine velocity-sensitive rubber pads, two external dual-trigger inputs
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Easy capturing and assignment of audio data through Multi-Pad Sampling
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Three multi-effects units onboard, with two real-time control knobs and four dedicated effect buttons
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Individual Pad Dynamics indicators show pad status and audio-level activity during performance
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Expanded USB functionality (USB Mass Storage, USB MIDI/AUDIO, USB Memory)
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Wave Manager software included for easily importing, assigning, and organizing samples
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Large backlit LCD
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The Playing Field
The SPD-SX is equipped with nine highly sensitive rubber pads with two
independent real-time control knobs and four dedicated effect buttons.
Roland's most advanced triggering technology ensures the ultimate
in accuracy and fully dynamic performance, while a large backlit LCD
provides easy-to-read data in all varieties of environments. Each pad has a
companion LED that illuminates to show the pad's status. When you trigger
sample phrases, the LEDs remain lit to show you which pads are in play.
In addition, the LEDs change illumination strength according to audio-level
activity (similar to level meters on a mixing board). The high-contrast red
divider lines help you see the pad zones clearly onstage.
Multi-Pad Sampling
There's much more to the SPD-SX than meets the eye.
A powerful-yet-friendly lineup of features has been built into this little
powerhouse, such as Multi-Pad Sampling. While audio streams in from
an external audio player or computer (via Audio In or USB), simply strike
each pad at the appropriate start/end points, and the sample will be
automatically truncated and assigned to that pad. It's a fast, friendly way
to create multi-sampled phrases and pad maps.
Overview of Multi-Pad Sampling
AUDIO DATA
Hit Pad!
Hit Pad!
Hit Pad! ×4
Hit Pad!
Hit Pad!
Hit Pad!
Hit Pad!
Samples are
MULTI PAD
MULTI PAD
Capture samples
automatically assigned
SAMPLING
SAMPLING
by hitting pads
to pads afterward
Improved Playability and Functionality
Today, increasing numbers of drummers and percussionists need to
incorporate audio samples into their performance. The SPD-SX will
satisfy their increasing requirements with essential features such as
individual click output routing, dedicated volume controls, Pad Check
function, individual Sub Out, and more.
Onboard Effects
The SPD-SX has three multi-effects units onboard: one master unit and two
units that are assignable per kit. The master effects engine lets you perform
in real time like a DJ using the dedicated front-panel controls. Get your
hands on the filter, delay, short looper, and user-assignable effect — all
of which can be creatively adjusted with the four front-panel buttons and
two control knobs.
SPD-SX Wave Manager Software Included
The SPD-SX's generous internal memory (2GB) lets you store and carry
your entire sample library inside. With no external memory required, you
can house approximately 360 minutes of audio (10,000 files) at 16-bit,
44.1 kHz, mono (storage reduced in stereo). The built-in USB ports let
you directly import audio files from USB flash memory. The bundled
SPD-SX Wave Manager software app lets you import audio files directly
from computer via USB, assign the samples to each pad, and organize
the thousands of samples efficiently.
SPD-SX
WAVE MANAGER
for Microsoft
®
Windows
®
7
for Mac OS
You can assign samples to different pads,
rename them, and even import or export audio
files (WAV/AIFF).
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