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Are you looking for an exceptional multipad? Here is one. The Roland SPD-SX PRO, which we no longer present, is a novelty that is torn apart. We have known the SPD-S or the SPD-SX, but the SPD-SX PRO surpasses them all. It was designed after a lot of research, tests and especially taking into account your opinions. Roland wanted to produce a solid multipad corresponding to the demands and criticisms of its users in order to ensure cutting-edge performance and music production, especially for live tours. Thanks to the multi-lighting, fully customizable, the pads as well as the large color display, you will have no trouble seeing the multipad even in complete darkness and regardless of the lighting and lights on the stage. And that’s not the only improvement that has been made.
Let’s discover together, in large part, the professional improvements and features that have been brought to the SPD-SX.
9 highly sensitive and very resistant pads
You already know that there are multicolored and customizable LEDs. They are highly visible and placed horizontally and vertically. The pads, particularly resistant, are nine and are equipped with the advanced technology of triggering Roland. The best of the best! Thanks to this improvement, especially on the three pads on the upper edge, you will have pads with increased sensitivity and even strokes, regardless of the typing angle. And let’s not forget the Crosstalk protection which has also been improved to avoid any accidental triggering of another pad.
A 4.3 inch color control screen
Let’s continue with the multipad screen. Large, in color, easy to use and readable thanks to its 4.3 inch (11 cm) screen. What more could you ask for? You’ll also have access to essential real-time information, such as A / B sample overlays, playback progress and more! We leave it to you to discover them with your own SPD-SX PRO. Many connections are available! Obviously, there is the main stereo output, but also 4 other balanced Direct mono outputs. Various inputs and connection possibilities for 8 pads or external triggers, an expression pedal to control your effects in real time or a hi-hat controller, or connect a kick drum or snare drum to create a mini drum kit, etc. in order to allow you almost unlimited possibilities at your feet as with your drumsticks.
The SPD-SX PRO: an incredible sampling assistant
How can we continue? Ah yes! Let’s talk about everything we can do with this amazing sampling wizard. The internal memory of the SPD-SX PRO is 32 GB, which means that memory problems are now a thing of the past with its 44 hours of stereo audio of exceptional quality. There are over 1550 preloaded samples and sounds, we have 200s kits that can be changed without delay or cut, thanks to the processing power of the SPD-SX PRO. Import of 16/24/32 bit files (48 / 44.1 kHz), MP3 files (32-320 kbps) and WAV / AIFF files with, when loading, an automatic conversion to 48 kHz / 16 bit for save even more time. And the possibility of accessing an almost unlimited sound bank thanks to the dedicated application, on the Roland Cloud, where you can also organize and modify the audios, the backing tracks, the kits. Always more, as they say!
What about the effects?
There are many high quality effects built into the SPD-SX PRO to make your sounds even more vivid and colorful. Modulation, Delay, Reverb, Distortion, Filter are produced by four MFXs and can be assigned to any pad or external trigger and even be used at the same time. Compression Master or Compression Sidechain, EQ and other effects options can also be activated. The ideal would be to try and find out for yourself by going through our store in Morges. The SPD-SX PRO also has a metronome, an essential tool for any drummer who must keep the tempo and lead the rhythm of the whole group. The integrated click is versatile and can be launched and controlled in real time. Adjustable in terms of sound as well as note value, there is plenty to optimize your playing.
Last significant point although there is still a lot of new things to discover, if you already have an SPD-SX, you will be able to use the same bindings and transport accessories without further ado.
Conclusion
Here we are at the end of this brief overview of Roland’s latest innovation in the field of sampler multipads. There is obviously much more to discover and test, enough to satisfy the needs and requirements of all professionals and future pros in order to satisfy the most demanding musicians on stage, live and on tour. Do not hesitate to visit us in store or to call us for more information. In the meantime, produce and experience the music!
