The Reinvention of the OCTAPAD
The new Version 2 system upgrade expands the SPD-30’s onboard kit and phrase libraries, and add powerful new features and functions. Roland’s original Octapad profoundly changed the landscape of electronic percussion. The size of a briefcase, the Octapad offered drummers and percussionists the equivalent of an entire electronic rig in one self-contained unit — a new level of convenience and expression. Today, decades later, an exciting new chapter in Octapad history begins. The SPD-30 blends the world’s most essential sounds with the latest triggering technology in a road-tough package that’s ready for the most demanding performers.
The Sounds of the SPD-30
The SPD-30 offers one hundred diverse kits. Not only classic acoustic rock and jazz kits are included, but a wide selection of percussion instruments from all over the world is at your disposal as well. Parameters like tuning, attack, timbre and volume can be adjusted, enabling you to create a fully personalised percussion pad. A number of ambient effects, an equalizer, a limiter and a wide range of multi-effects can also be used to add flavour to your sound.
Pads, Triggers and Connectors
Each of the eight pads of the SPD30 Octapad has an excellent response and is capable of rejecting crosstalk. It is possible to connect up to 4 additional pads with double triggering and a hi-hat controller. The acoustic drum triggers from Roland's RT series are also compatible. The Octapad is fitted with a headphone connector, a mix input and line outputs. The MIDI IN and OUT and the USB MIDI port allow you to control external sources.
Additional Features
The compact and exceptionally rugged SPD 30 is equipped with a number of interesting additional features. Thanks to the backlit LCD display, you can operate it even on the darkest stage. The Octapad features a phrase loop function, which enables you to record and loop rhythm patterns then add up to three additional layers. You can even store these patterns, by connecting an optional USB memory device.