Product Detail
The Roland SPD-1W is a revolutionary digital percussion pad that puts your own samples, backing tracks, and click tracks right in the palm of your hand. It's incredibly easy to use - just connect it to your PC or Mac via USB and drag your WAV files into the drive. Whether you need full - length backing tracks or one - shot samples, you can load and play your sounds in seconds. This lightweight and compact pad can be played with sticks, hands, or feet. You can easily adjust the trigger threshold settings using intuitive controls. Powered by batteries or AC, it's super portable and can be used on the floor, tabletop, or mounted to any rig or drum setup with the included adapter. With 22 onboard sounds like TR - 808, TR - 909, and hand clap, and the ability to import your own WAV data to 12 sound banks, it expands your sound palette. You can layer up to three audio files, creating unique sound combinations. It also features a USB - MIDI connection for use with music software, and its main and headphone outputs let you monitor your performance. Suitable for drummers, percussionists, guitarists, DJs, and vocalists, the SPD - 1W is a flexible way to enhance your performances. Compatible WAV data format: 44.1 kHz, 16 - bit, stereo or mono. PLU: SPD1W
Using the Roland SPD - 1W is a breeze. First, connect it to your PC or Mac via USB. Then, simply drag your WAV files into the drive that appears. Once your sounds are loaded, you can play the pad using drumsticks, your hands, or even your feet. To adjust the sound, volume, balance, and other settings, use the four knobs on the control panel. You can also adjust the sensitivity and trigger threshold settings quickly with the two control dials on the side. When it comes to power, you can use either 4 AA batteries or an AC adapter. You can place the pad on the floor, a tabletop, or mount it to a hi - hat, cymbal, tom stand, or mic stand using the included adapter. Just make sure the percussion stand rod diameter is between 8.0 - 12.7 mm. For playing with backing tracks, import your click tracks as well. The backing track will be heard through the main and headphone outputs, while the click track is routed only to the headphones. Use the Balance Mix knob to adjust the volume balance between them. When layering audio files, remember that up to three files can be combined for a single hit. You can trigger different sounds by varying your playing velocity. As for maintenance, keep the pad clean and dry. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures or humidity. If you're using batteries, replace them when the power gets low to ensure smooth operation. And that's it - have fun creating amazing music with your SPD - 1W!
