Roland SPD-SX-SE Special Edition Sampling Pad

Roland’s SPD-SX Sampling Pad is the professional touring standard for triggering custom samples, loops, and even complete backing tracks. It also supports real-time sample capture with its exclusive Multi-Pad Sampling function. The SPD-SX Special Edition is identical in functionality to the original SPD-SX, but features greatly expanded onboard storage. With 16 GB of internal memory available, it’s now possible to load enough studio-quality WAV samples to last an entire gig and beyond.

The SPD-SX Special Edition is also ready to support every serious musician’s workflow, from WAV sound production to setting up the samples and assigning instruments for performing, thanks to the bundled Ableton Live Lite license and Wave Manager software. And with its striking Sparkling Red finish, this powerful instrument has a bold, distinctive look that sets it apart from other gear on stage. Offering enhanced capabilities and a standout appearance, the SPD-SX Special Edition is the perfect solution for pro players who need a sampling pad that can handle all the sounds they need for every stage and studio situation.

• 16 GB internal memory supports up to 50 hours of mono sample storage, eliminating the need to carry additional external memory
• Ableton Live Lite license included for sophisticated sample creation
• Sparkling Red finish for a distinctive look on the stage
• Nine easy-to-play, velocity-sensitive rubber pads with LED illumination for dark stages
• Multi-Pad Sampling allows you to sample directly into the SPD-SX — simply choose a pad, and then strike it to start sampling
• Three onboard multi-effects processors (master effect and two kit effects) for powerful real-time sound processing while performing
• Easily import, assign, and organize samples by connecting to your computer via USB and using the included Wave Manager software

SPECIFICATIONS

Pads

Built-in pads: 9 (with LED indicators)
* Two external trigger inputs are provided, allowing you to connect up to four Pads.

Maximum Polyphony

20 voices
* Maximum polyphony becomes 16 voices according as an operating state.

Number of Recordable Wave Data

10,000
* Including preload wave data.

Sampling Time (Total time for all wave data)

Approx. 25 hour in stereo (50 hour in mono)

* Since the internal memory included with the SPD-SX Special Edition contains preload data, the available sampling time will be less than the time above.

Data Format

16-bit linear PCM (WAV/AIFF)

Sampling Frequency

44.1 kHz

Kits

100

Kit Chain

8 chains (20 steps per chain)

Effects

Master Effects (21 types)
Equalizer
Kit Effect 1 (20 types)
Kit Effect 2 (20 types)

Display

Graphic LCD 128 x 64 dots

Connectors

PHONES jack (Stereo 1/4-inch phone type)
MASTER OUT jacks (L/MONO, R) (1/4-inch phone type)
SUB OUT jacks (L/MONO, R) (1/4-inch phone type)
AUDIO IN jacks (L/MONO, R) (1/4-inch phone type) (with LINE-MIC GAIN control)
TRIG IN jacks (1/2, 3/4) (1/4-inch TRS phone type)
FOOT SW jack (1/2) (1/4-inch TRS phone type)
MIDI connectors (IN, OUT)
DC IN jack
COMPUTER connector
USB MEMORY connector

Interface

Hi-Speed USB (USB-MIDI, USB-AUDIO, USB Mass Storage Class, USB Flash Drive)

Power Supply

DC 9 V (AC Adaptor)

Current Draw

600 mA

Accessories

Ableton Live Lite Serial Number Card
CD-ROM (SPD-SX Wave Manager, USB driver, preload wave data)
Owner's Manual
AC Adaptor

Options (sold separately)

Pads (PD series, PDX series)
Cymbals (CY series)
Kick Triggers (KD series, KT series)
Pad Stand (PDS-10)
All-Purpose Clamp (APC-33)
Acoustic Drum Trigger (RT-30K, RT-30HR, RT-30H)
Pedal Switch (DP-2)
Footswitch (BOSS FS-5U, FS-6, FS-7)
Personal Drum Monitor (PM-10)
Y cable (PCS-31L)
USB Flash Memory