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that has eight pads, trigger interfaces, a high-quality digital soundgenerator, and on-board digital effects.

Since the SPD-20X includes a sound generator and effects in onelight weight, compact package, you can use it anywhere, anytime.A wide variety of options (pads, pedals, drum stand, etc.) areavailable, allowing you to easily create a custom drum kit. Byadding sequencers or samplers, you can take advantage of thepossibilities of MIDI percussion.

The SPD-20X provides the flexibility and expandability that will beappreciated by every percussionist, from beginner to professional.

About the Symbols in This Manual

Words or symbols enclosed in [square brackets] indicate panelbuttons or controls.For example, [LAYER] signifies the Layer button.

Items marked by are supplementary explanations.

Items headed by explain important points concerning theoperation of your SPD-20X.

Items preceded by give you useful tips and informationregarding the use of the SPD-20X.

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Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (Owner’s manual p. 1, 5 and 6). These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit, Owner‘s manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient

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Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly.

* Material damage refers to damage or other adverse effects caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or pets.

Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly.

The symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out. The specific thing that must be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the power-cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.

The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.

The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the unit must never be disassembled.

About WARNING and CAUTION Notices About the Symbols

ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING

USING THE UNIT SAFELY

WARNING

the plug from the outlet

unit is not completely separated from its main source of power. When the power

pull out the plug from the outlet. For this reason, the outlet into which you choose to connect the power cord’s plug should be one that is within easy reach and readily accessible.

Do not disassemble or modify by yourselfDo not carry out anything unless you are instructed to do so in the owner’s manual. Otherwise, you risk causing malfunction.

Do not repair or replace parts by yourselfRefer all servicing to your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information.”

Do not use or store in the following types of locations• Subject to temperature extremes (e.g.,

direct sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, near a heating duct, on top of heat-generating equipment); or are

• Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet

• Exposed to steam or smoke; or are• Subject to salt exposure; or are• Exposed to rain; or are• Dusty or sandy; or are• Subject to high levels of vibration and shakiness;

or are• Placed in a poorly ventilated location.

Do not place in an unstable locationOtherwise, you risk injury as the result of the unit toppling over or dropping down.

WARNINGUse only the supplied AC adaptor and the correct voltageBe sure to use only the AC adaptor supplied with the unit. Also, make sure the line voltage at the installation

the AC adaptor’s body. Other AC adaptors

malfunction, or electric shock.

Use only the supplied power cordUse only the attached power cord. Also, the supplied power cord must not be used with any other device.

Do not bend the power cord or place heavy objects on it

Avoid extended use at high volumeUse of the unit at high volume for extended periods of time may cause hearing loss. If you ever experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should immediately stop using the unit and consult a specialized physician.

Do not allow foreign objects or liquids to enter unit; never place containers with liquid on unitDo not place containers containing liquid

objects, coins, wires) or liquids (e.g., water or juice) to enter this product. Doing so may cause short circuits, faulty operation, or other malfunctions.

WARNING

occurs

AC adaptor from the outlet, and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” when:• The AC adaptor or the power cord has been

damaged; or• If smoke or unusual odor occurs; or• Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been spilled

onto the unit; or• The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise has

become wet); or• The unit does not appear to operate normally or

exhibits a marked change in performance.

Be cautious to protect children from injuryAlways make sure that an adult is on hand to provide supervision and guidance when using the unit in places where children are present, or when a child will be using the unit.

Do not drop or subject to strong impactOtherwise, you risk causing damage or malfunction.

Do not share an outlet with an unreasonable number of other devices

Do not use overseasBefore using the unit in overseas, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information.”

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CAUTIONWhen disconnecting the power cord, grasp it by the plugTo prevent conductor damage, always grasp the power cord by its plug when disconnecting it from this unit or from a power outlet.

Periodically clean the power plugAn accumulation of dust or foreign objects between the power plug and the power

At regular intervals, be sure to pull out the power plug, and using a dry cloth, wipe away any dust or foreign objects that may have accumulated.

Disconnect the power plug whenever the unit will not be used for an extended period of timeFire may result in the unlikely event that a breakdown occurs.

Route all power cords and cables in such a way as to prevent them from getting entangledInjury could result if someone were to trip on a cable and cause the unit to fall or topple.

Avoid climbing on top of the unit, or placing heavy objects on itOtherwise, you risk injury as the result of the unit toppling over or dropping down.

Never connect/disconnect a power plug if your hands are wetOtherwise, you could receive an electric shock.

Disconnect all cords/cables before moving the unitBefore moving the unit, disconnect the power plug from the outlet, and pull out all cords from external devices.

Before cleaning the unit, disconnect the power plug from the outletIf the power plug is not removed from the outlet, you risk receiving an electric shock.

Whenever there is a threat of lightning, disconnect the power plug from the outletIf the power plug is not removed from the outlet, you risk receiving an electric shock.

Keep small items out of the reach of childrenTo prevent accidental ingestion of the parts listed below, always keep them out of the reach of small children.• Removable Parts

Screws (p.11)

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Table of Contents

USING THE UNIT SAFELY 1Table of Contents 3Important Notes 5Main Features of the SDP-20X 7Panel Descriptions 8Attaching the SPD-20X to a Drum Stand 11How to Restore the Factory Settings (System Initialize) 12

CHAPTER 1 Quick StartConnection to Audio Equipment 13Playing the Pads 13

Turning the Power On 13Turning the Power Off 14Adjusting the Volume 14

Connection to Audio Equipment 15What is a Patch? 15Using a Footswitch to Select Patches 16

Comparing Layered Sounds 16What is a Pad Bank? 17What is the Layer Function? 18

CHAPTER 2 Using the SPD-20X by ItselfInternal Setup and Parameter Settings (Edit) 19

What Kind of Instrument is the SPD-20X? 19Internal Organization 19Play Mode and Edit Mode 20How to Edit 21

Selecting and Adjusting Sounds (Sound Parameters) 23Selecting a Sound (INST) 23Adjusting the Volume (LEVEL) 24Adjusting the Pitch (PITCH) 24Adjusting the Decay (DECAY) 24Adjusting the Stereo Position (PAN) 24Adjusting the Dynamic Volume Response (CURVE) 25Adjusting the Effects Depth (FX SEND) 26How to Edit Sound Parameters 27

Adding Effects to the Sound (Effect Parameters) 29Select an Effect (FX TYPE) 29Setting Effect Duration and Rate (FX TIME) 29Adjust the Effect Depth for the Entire Patch (FX LEVEL) 29How to Edit Effect Parameters 30

Applying Equalizer (EQ) and Compressor (COMP) to the Patch 31Equalizer (EQ) 31How to Use Equalizer (EQ) 31

Compressor (COMP) 32How to Use Compressor (COMP) 33Changing the Patch Name (NAME) 34

Adjusting the Pad Sensitivity (TRIG SENS) 35Setting the Pad’s Minimum Level (TRIG THRESHOLD) 36

Copying a Patch(COPY) 37Setting Up Your Own Patch Sequences (Patch Chain) 38

What is a Patch Chain? 38Setting up a Patch Chain 38Using a Patch Chain to Select Patches 39Erasing a Patch Chain 39

CHAPTER 3 Connecting External Pads or PedalsConnecting External Pads or Hi-Hat Control Pedal 40

How to Play a Rim Shot and Cymbal Choke with a PD-8 44Using a Footswitch as a Sustain Pedal or a Patch Shift Pedal 46

Settings for External Pads or Kick Trigger Units 47Setting External Pad Tone and MIDI Parameters 47How to Edit the Trigger Parameters 47

Settings for an External Hi-Hat Control Pedal 51Adjusting the Volume of the Pedal Hi-Hat Sound (PDL LEVEL) 52

CHAPTER 4 Connecting MIDI DevicesMIDI Connections 53About MIDI 53

How MIDI Data is Sent and Received 53Main Types of MIDI Data Used by the SPD-20X 54MIDI Parameter Settings 56

How the MIDI Parameters Work 56Setting MIDI Parameters 59

Using the SPD-20X as a MIDI Sound Module 60Setting the MIDI Channel (MIDI CH) for Each Pad 60Settings for MIDI Note (NOTE #) for Each Pad 60Using External MIDI Devices to Play the Internal Sound Generator 61

How to Use a Sequencer or a Computer to Record/Play back Your Performance 62

How to Set Up the SPD-20X for Sequencing 62Storing the SPD-20X’s Data on SD card (SD CARD) 63

Precautions for Using SD CARD 63How to Save a Single Patch 64How to Save All Patches 65

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CHAPTER 1 Quick Start

CHAPTER 2 Using the SPD-20 by Itself

CHAPTER 3 Connecting External Pads or Pedals

CHAPTER 4 Connecting MIDI Devices

CHAPTER 5 Supplementary Materials

How to Use This ManualThis manual provides a step-by-step introduction to the many functions of the SPD-20X. If this is your first time using electronic drums, or a MIDI device, please read the manual from beginning to end. If you are already familiar with electronic percussion and sequencers, you may not need to read the entire manual. Glance briefly over Chapters 1 & 2, then refer to other sections as necessary, while you experiment with the SPD-20X. You will soon learn how the unit works.

Read this chapter if you wish to use the SPD-20X as a stand- alone unit. Here you will find a variety of information, such as how the unit is organized internally, as well as how to modify the sounds.All the fundamental operating procedures are also introduced.

Read this chapter when you wish to connect external pads or hi-hat control pedal to the SPD-20X.

Read this chapter when you wish to use the SPD-20X to play an external sound module, to have sequencer performance data played through the SPD-20X, or to save data from the SPD-20X to a sequencer.

Supplementary sections provided with this manual include“ Troubleshooting,” a “Instrument List,” and the “MIDI Implementation” chart. Read this when, for example, you need a solution to some difficulty in operating the unit, or when you just want to know about MIDI in greater detail. You can find both a subject-specific index and general index at the end of this manual.

Read this chapter first to learn how to play using the SPD-20X. It guides you quickly through the basics, up to the point where you can produce sound. All the fundamental operating procedures are also introduced.

MEMO If you will be using the SPD-20X by itself, there is no need for you to read Chapters 3 and 4, or the MIDI Implementation section in Chapter 5.The explanations in this manual include illustrations that depict what should typically be shown by the display. Note, however, that your unit may incorporate a newer, enhanced version of the system (e.g., includes newer sounds), so what you actually see in the display may not always match what appears in the manual.

NOTE

How to Load a Single Patch 65How to Load All Patches 66How to Delete a Patch 67How to Format SD card 68

CHAPTER 5 Supplementary MaterialsTaking Advantage of the On-board Effects 69

Explanation of Terms 70Troubleshooting 72Instrument List 76Patch List 84Parameter List 85Specifications 86

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Important Notes

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Power Supply•Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is

being used by an electrical appliance that is controlled by an inverter or a motor (such as a refrigerator, washing machine, microwave oven, or air conditioner). Depending on the way in which the electrical appliance is used, power supply noise may cause this unit to malfunction or may produce audible noise. If it is not practical to use a separate electrical outlet, connect a power supply noise filter between this unit and the electrical outlet.

•The AC adaptor will begin to generate heat after long hours of consecutive use. This is normal, and is not a cause for concern.

Placement•Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other equipment

containing large power transformers) may induce hum. To alleviate the problem, change the orientation of this unit; or move it farther away from the source of interference.

•This unit may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not use this unit in the vicinity of such receivers.

•Noise may be produced if wireless communications devices, such as cell phones, are operated in the vicinity of this unit. Such noise could occur when receiving or initiating a call, or while conversing. Should you experience such problems, you should relocate such wireless devices so they are at a greater distance from this unit, or switch them off.

•When moved from one location to another where the temperature and/or humidity is very different, water droplets (condensation) may form inside the unit. Damage or malfunction may result if you attempt to use the unit in this condition. Therefore, before using the unit, you must allow it to stand for several hours, until the condensation has completely evaporated.

•Depending on the material and temperature of the surface on which you place the unit, its rubber feet may discolor or mar the surface.

•Do not place containers or anything else containing liquid on top of this unit. Also, whenever any liquid has been spilled on the surface of this unit, be sure to promptly wipe it away using a soft, dry cloth.

Maintenance•Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind,

to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.

Repairs and Data•Before sending the unit away for repairs, be sure to make

a backup of the data stored within it; or you may prefer to write down the needed information. Although we will do our utmost to preserve the data stored in your unit when we carry out repairs, in some cases, such as when the memory section is physically damaged, restoration of the stored content may be impossible. Roland assumes no liability concerning the restoration of any stored content that has been lost.

Additional Precautions•Any data stored within the unit can be lost as the result of

equipment failure, incorrect operation, etc. To protect yourself against the irretrievable loss of data, try to make a habit of creating regular backups of the data you’ve stored in the unit.

•Roland assumes no liability concerning the restoration of any stored content that has been lost.

•Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.

•Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.

•When disconnecting all cables, grasp the connector itself—never pull on the cable. This way you will avoid causing shorts, or damage to the cable’s internal elements.

•To avoid disturbing others nearby, try to keep the unit’s volume at reasonable levels.

•This instrument is designed to minimize the extraneous sounds produced when it’s played. However, since sound vibrations can be transmitted through floors and walls to a greater degree than expected, take care not to allow these sounds to become a nuisance others nearby.

•The rubber portion of the striking surface is treated with a preservative to maintain its performance. With the passage of time, this preservative may appear on the surface as a white stain, or reveal how the pads were struck during product testing. This does not affect the performance or functionality of the product, and you may continue using it with conffdence.

•Continuous playing may cause dis-coloration of the pad, but this will not affect the pad’s function.

Using External Memories•Please observe the following precautions when handling

external memory devices. Also, make sure to carefully observe all the precautions that were supplied with the external memory device.•Do not remove the device while reading/writing is in

progress.•To prevent damage from static electricity, discharge all

static electricity from your person before handling the device.

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* To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the volume, and turn off all the units before making any connections.

* To prevent the inadvertent disruption of power to your unit (should the plug be pulled out accidentally), and to avoid applying

undue stress to the jack, anchor the power cord using the cord hook, as shown in the illustration.

Cord Hook

The cord ofthe supplied AC Adaptor

* When turning the unit over, be careful so as to protect the buttons and knobs from damage. Also, handle the unit carefully; do not drop it.

* Never turn off the power or remove the memory cards while the screen indicates “Processing...”

* Carefully insert the memory cards all the way in—until it is firmly in place.

* Once everything is properly connected (p. 13), be sure to follow the procedure below to turn on their power. If you turn on equipment in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction or equipment failure.

* This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after turning the unit on is required before it will operate normally.

* Before turning the unit on/off, always be sure to turn the volume down. Even with the volume turned down, you might hear some sound when switching the unit on/off. However, this is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.

* In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice.

* Some memory card types or memory cards from some manufacturers may not record or play back properly on the unit.

* The memory card write protect feature (LOCK)

The contents of the memory card can be protected by write protecting it.

To write protect a card, slide the write protect switch on the side of the memory card to the “LOCK” position. Unlock write protect to delete data on the card.

* All memory cards eventually wear out. We recommend that you consider the memory card not as a permanent storage site, but as a place to store data temporarily. We also recommend that you back up important data onto the another media that is supported by your unit.

Write protect switch

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• The SPD-20X features 747 di�erent internal instruments, including drum set sounds, percus-sion sounds from around the world, dance sounds, sound e�ects, phrase loops, and more,that can be used in a wide variety of musical genres.

• Each sound can be edited using a wide variety of sound parameters, including level, pitch,decay, pan, velocity curve, and e�ect send.

• Using the Layer function, di�erent Velocity Curves can be assigned to each of two sounds,and the two sounds mixed (or switched) by your playing dynamics.

• The on-board digital e�ects unit (Reverb, Delay, Chorus and Flanger) allows you to set thee�ect depth independently for each sound assigned to a pad.

• Four external dual trigger inputs are provided, allowing you to connect kick trigger units(KD-7,KD-9 ; sold separately) or pads (PD-8, CY-5, CY-8; sold separately), forplaying in conjunction with the SPD-20X’s pads. When you connect the PD-8, or CY-5, CY-8you can enjoy such drum techniques as snare rim shots and cymbal choking.

• When a hi-hat control pedal (FD-8; sold separately) is connected, you have continuous con-trol (from closed to open) of the hi-hat sounds.

• Settings for the SPD-20X’s 8 pads, 4 external pads, hi-hat control pedal, and the e�ects unit arestored as one of 99 Patches. This means that a single SPD-20X is able to store and instantlyrecall 99 di�erent percussion “sets,” covering virtually any style of music you can imagine.

• Using the Patch Chain function, you can create and store a sequence of up to 16 Patcheswhich can be selected in a predetermined order (convenient for use within a song). The SPD-20X can store eight such Patch Chains.

• For each pad, you can set two independent MIDI transmit channels and Velocity Curves, sothat your playing dynamics can control external and internal sound generators.

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3

4

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• The professional Equalizer (EQ) and Compressor (Comp) allows you to create your unique sound from patch to patch. Even with the same set of instruments, di�erent Equalizer and Compressor can lead to totally di�erent feelings. With rich adjustable parameters, you have full control of your Equalizer and Compressor.

Main Features of the SDP-20X

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Panel Descriptions

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4 daP3 daP2 daP1 daP

8 daP7 daP6 daP5 daP

2 531 4 6

Roland SPD-20X

7 15141312111098

18 19

Front

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1. Pads 1–8Play these pads to trigger the various sounds. The pads are velocity sensitive and will respond to your playing dynamics.

2. Patch displayThis display indicates the patch numbers, patch names, values and names for all parameters, and other needed information.

3. PAD BANK indicatorIndicates the selected pad bank (A or B).

4. EFFECT indicatorThe LED of the selected effect will light.

5. Parameter ListIn the Edit mode, the indicator of the selected parameter will light. Use the [SELECT] (Parameter Group Select) and [ ▲ ][ ▼ ] (Parameter Select) buttons to choose parameters.

6. [SOUND] buttonIn the Edit mode, use this button to locate SOUND column, in which you can find pad parameters such as, INST LEVEL, PITCH, DECAY, PAN, CURVE and FX SEND.

7. [MIDI/PEDAL] buttonIn the Edit mode, use this button to locate MIDI/PEDAL column, in which you can find midi & pedal parameters such as, MIDI CH, NOTE #, GATE TIME, PGM CH, PEDAL LEVEL and FOOT SW.

8. [FX/UTILITY] buttonIn the Edit mode, use this button to locate FX UTILITY column, in which you can find effects and utility parameters such as, FX TYPE, FX TIME, FX LEVEL, EQ, COMP and NAME.

9. [SYSTEM] buttonIn the Edit mode, use this button to locate SYSTEM column, in which you can find all the system options such as, SD CARD, TRIG SENSI, TRIG THRESHOLD, TRIG TYPE, TRIG CURVE, FACT. RESET and LCD CONT.

Be aware that all the system options are global settings, they will be applied to the whole device and can’t be saved with patches.

10. Parameter Group Select button [SELECT]In the Edit mode, this button selects the desired parameter group: SOUND, MIDI/PEDAL, FX/UTILITY, or SYSTEM.

11. [CHAIN] buttonUse this button when setting up or playing a Patch Chain.

12. [BANK A/B] buttonSwitches you between pad banks A and B.

13. [COPY] buttonUse to copy data from one Patch to another.

14. [LAYER] buttonThis button allows the sounds assigned to pad banks A and B to be played together.

15. [EDIT] buttonThis button switches between the Edit and Play modes.

16. Parameter Select buttons [ ▲ ][ ▼ ] In the Edit mode, use these buttons to select a parameter within the parameter group.

17. PATCH/VALUE [-], [+] buttonsThese buttons are used to select Patches. In the Edit mode they are used to modify parameter values.

18. [ALL/ENTER] buttonUse this button when setting all pads to the same value, when performing a copy, or when storing Patch Chain settings.

19. [FX ON/OFF] buttonThis button turns the effects on or off.

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20. SD CARD slotSD card can be inserted here, allowing you to perform SD CARD operations in SYSTEM column such as save, load, save all, load all, delete and format.

21. VOLUME knobAdjusts the volume of the OUTPUT jacks and PHONES jack.

22. PHONES jackA pair of stereo headphones can be connected to this jack. Even with headphones connected, the OUTPUT jacks will still be active.

23. OUTPUT (R, L/MONO) jacksThese jacks output the sound of the SPD-20X. For monaural output use the L/MONO jack.

24. LINE IN jackThis jacks input the sound from external sound sources to SPD-20X. You can connect such as CD player, iPod, mobile phone here through a suitable cable.

25. [HH CTRL/TRIG 4] select switchIf a hi-hat control pedal (FD-8; sold separately) is connected to the hi-hat control pedal jack, set this switch to HH CTRL. If an external pad is connected, set this switch to TRIG 4.

26. HH CTRL/TRIG 4 jackA hi-hat control pedal (FD-8; sold separately) can be connected to this jack. If the external input select switch is set to TRIG 4, an external pad can be connected to this jack.

27. TRIGGER INPUT 1–3 jacksExternal pads etc. can be connected here.

28. MIDI IN/OUT connectorsExternal MIDI devices can be connected here.

29. FOOT SW jackA footswitch can be connected here allowing you to change Patches by remote control. If you use a special cable (PCS-31L; sold separately) to connect two FS-5U switches (sold separately), you can move up or down through the Patch numbers. If you connect a DP-2 switch (sold separately), you can move up (but not down) through the Patch numbers.

30. AC adaptor jackConnect the included DC adaptor here.

Use only the included AC adaptor. Use of any other AC adaptor may cause damage or malfunction.

31. POWER switchThis switch turns the unit on/off.

Cord Hook

20 21 22 23 24 25 27 28 2926 30 31

Rear

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Attaching the SPD-20X to a Drum Stand

When you attach the unit to a drum stand (e.g. Roland PDS-10, APC-33: sold separately), please use the pre-installed screws to fix it up accordingly.

1 Using a phillips screwdriver, remove the four screws from the bottom of the SPD-20X.

The screws included with the APC-33 cannot be used.NOTE

2 Use the four screws you removed in step 1 to attach the stand holder to the bottom of the SPD-20X.

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How to Restore the Factory Settings (System Initialize)

When the SPD-20X is shipped, it contains 99 Patches in memory. You can freely overwrite this data. However, the same data is also preserved in ROM, and can be restored at any time. This procedure is called System Initialize.

1 Turn the power on, press [EDIT] button.

The explanations in this manual assume that the SPD-20X is still in its factory initialized state. We recommend that before you begin using the unit, you perform this System Initialize operation.

When you execute the System Initialize operation, all your edited data will be lost. If your SPD-20X contains important edited data, you should make a note of the settings or store the data in SD Card.

NOTE

2 Press [SELECT] or [SYSTEM] button to locate system column.

3 Press [ ] or [ ] button to locate FACT. RESET.

The following display will appear.

4 Press [ALL/ENTER] and the data will be initialized.

ROMThis is an abbreviation for Read Only Memory, which is a type of memory that can only be read; modification or deletion is not possible.

MEMO It is possible to restore the factory settings of a single patch with Patch Copy.

FACTORY RESET PRESS[ENTER]

If you wish to quit without initializing, press [EDIT] to quit, or [ ▲ ],[ ▼ ], [SELECT] buttons to go to another option.].

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CHAPTER 1 Quick Start

Connection to Audio Equipment

Playing the Pads

Turning the Power On

With the SPD-20X, you can produce realistic sounds simply by connecting an audio system. You can also use headphones.

The POWER switch is on the rear panel.

1 Check that all connections with other devices are correct, and that everything is off.

Once the connections have been completed, turn on power to your various devices in the order specified. By turning on devices in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to speakers and other devices.

Always make sure to have the volume level turned down before switching on power. Even with the volume all the way down, you may still hear some sound when the power is switched on, but this is normal, and does not indicate a malfunction.

NOTE

To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power on all devices before making any connections.NOTE

When connections are complete, you can play the SPD-20X.

L I N E I NL R

AC adaptor

Audio Equipment(Stereo set)

Footswitches

Stereo Headphones

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Turning the Power Off

Adjusting the Volume

2 Press the power switch to turn the unit on. A welcome screen will beshowed and meanwhile circuit adjustments will be completed.

3 Turn on the other devices, but turn the power amp on last.

When the power is turned on, the SPD-20X will be in the Play mode. This is the mode in which you will play the SPD-20X.

When you turn the SPD-20X’s power on, it takes about one second complete adjustments to the trigger circuits. After you turn the power on, do not strike the pads or press the pedals until the Patch number is displayed.

NOTE

To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power on all devices before making any connections.

NOTE

Power down your system in the reverse order.

Whenever the unit is to remain unused for an extended period of time, disconnect the AC adaptor.

When you strike a pad, it will trigger the sound that has been assigned to it. Playing harder will produce a louder sound. As you play, adjust the overall volume by rotating the VOLUME knob located on the rear panel.

This unit, either alone or in combinaion with an amplifier and headphones or speakers, may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss. Do not operate for a long period of time at a high volume level, or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should immediately stop using the unit, and consult an audiologist.

ROLAND SPD-20X

PATCH 01 Drums&Shaker

When the power is turned off, the following function will be reset to their factory settings.

Function Factory setting

PATCH CHAIN ON/OFF OffFunctions and parameter settings other than these are retained even when the power is turned off.Whenever the unit is to remain unused for an extended period of time, disconnect the AC adaptor.

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Pad 1Sound Parameters

• Instrument• Level• Pitch• Decay• Pan• Velocity Curve• Effect Send

MIDI Parameters• Midi Channel• Note Number• Gate Time• Program Change

MEMO Pressing PATCH/VALUE [+] while holding down PATCH/VALUE [-] (or vice versa) causes the Patch numbers to change more rapidly.

Connection to Audio EquipmentWhen you select a Patch, the sound assigned to each pad and the settings for MIDI, effect and pedal will all change instantly. Try each of the 99 factory-preset Patches to hear the different possibilities.To select Patches first make sure you are in the Play mode. Then use the PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] but-tons to select Patches. The number of the selected Patch will appear in the display.

When you select a Patch, the settings for each pad are instantly changed

What is a Patch?A Patch contains data determines how each pad sounds, settings for the effects and also MIDI settings. The SPD-20X can store 99 different Patches.

PATCH 02 Latin Set

Pad 2

External Pads1-4

Pad 3 Pad 4

Pad 6Pad 5 Pad 7 Pad 8

Internal Pads 1-8

+

Patch 99

Patch 1

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Hi-Hat Control PedalE�ects

Pad 1

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Using a Footswitch to Select Patches

Comparing Layered Sounds

By using a special cable (PCS-31L; sold separately) to connect two footswitches (FS-5U; sold separately)to the FOOT SW jack, you can select Patches by remote control. When you press Footswitch 1 you will advance to the next Patch number, and when you press Footswitch 2 you will go back to the previous Patch number. If you connect a DP-2, you can move up (but not down) through the Patch numbers.

Connect the two mono cables of the PCS-31L to the two footswitches. The plug with the black cover is for Footswitch 1, and the plug with the red cover is for Footswitch 2.

MEMO

Select a Patch.1

2 In the Play mode, press [LAYER] to turn Layer off.

PAD BANK indicator B will go out. Now you can play the pads to hear the sound of padbank A.

3 To hear the sound of pad bank B, press [BANK A/B] so that PADBANK indicator B lights. Play the pads.

MEMO Each time you press [BANK A/B], PAD BANK indicators A and B will light alternately.

Footswitch 2(Previous Patch) (Next Patch)

Footswitch 1

(Black)(Red)

Stereo

MonoMono

Connecting the model DP-2 pedal switch (sold separately) allows you to only advance the Patch numbers.When using the footswitch as a Hold Pedal, please refer to “Using a Footwitch as a Hold Pedal” .

Most of the factory-preset Patches use Layer. Select a layered Patch and listen to the sounds ofpad banks A and B. When you select a layered Patch, both PAD BANK indicators (A and B) will light.

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What is a Pad Bank?The 8 pads of the SPD-20X, together with 4 external pads (plus the 4 rims)—for a total of 16 pads—are referred to as a pad bank. Each Patch contains two pad bank settings, A and B.

When you select a Patch, the PAD BANK indicator will show which pad bank the Patch uses. If the Layer function (explained below) is used in that Patch, both PAD BANK indicators (A and B) will be lit.

Pad Bank B

Pad Bank A

4 Rims4 External Pads

Pad 3 Pad 4

Pad 7 Pad 8

Pad 1 Pad 2

Pad 5 Pad 6

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What is the Layer Function?Layer means that two sounds are played simultaneously. The Layer setting is stored as part of each Patch. A Patch for which Layer is enabled will simultaneously play the sounds of both pad banks (A and B). Layering sounds can open the door to creative expression.

By assigning different Instruments to pad banks A and B, and setting pad banks A and B to different Velocity Curves, your playing dynamics can be used to cross-fade or switch between the two sounds.

Ways to use the Layer function

Velocity Mix: Playing dynamics will determine the mix of the two sounds.

Velocity Switch: Playing dynamics cause a switch between the two sounds.

Velocity Crossfade: Playing dynamics produce cross-fades between the two sounds.

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Velocity

Vol

ume

Pad Bank A Pad Bank B

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Velocity

Vol

ume

Pad Bank A Pad Bank B

+

Velocity

Vol

ume

Pad Bank A Pad Bank B

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CHAPTER 2 Using the SPD-20X by Itself

Internal Setup and Parameter Settings (Edit)

What Kind of Instrument is the SPD-20X?

Internal Organization

This Chapter explains the basic structure of the SPD-20X and how it functions. Before we get into details,you should have an overall understanding of the unit.

The SPD-20X is an electronic percussion instrument that produces sound when its pads are struck. This type of device is usually called a MIDI pad controller. The SPD-20X includes a sound generator (745 sounds with 16-bit dynamic range) and digital effects unit in a compact and lightweight package. Byconnecting external pads or pedals (sold separately), you can obtain the same musical expressivity fromthe SPD-20X as you might enjoy with an acoustic drum kit. In addition, the SPD-20X is MIDI compatible,meaning that it can be connected to any other MIDI-compatible device (sequencer, sampler, etc.) regard-less of the manufacturer. This allows you to create a very powerful music system.

• Self-contained compact MIDI pad controller• 8 dynamics-sensitive pads• 745 sounds with 16-bit dynamic range• Built-in digital effects•Expandable with external pads/pedals(such as the PD-8, CY-5, KD-7, and FD-8)• Teams up with various MIDI units(such as sequencer, sampler, etc.)

The SPD-20X can be divided into the following sections:

Trigger Interface section

Head

Rim

Head

Rim

Head

Rim

Head

HH

CTRL

Rim

Pad section

Sound GeneratingsectionE�ects section

FX SEND

FX LEVEL

Local ControlOn/O�

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Play Mode and Edit Mode

Pad section

Trigger Interface section

Sound Generating section

Effects section

Play Mode

Edit Mode

This section has 8 velocity sensitive pads that respond to changes in your playing dynamics.

This section sends the trigger signals (electric signals produced when you strike a pad) to the Sound Generating section.

This section receives signals from the trigger interface or MIDI IN, and produces sound in response. The SPD-20X contains 745 sounds and up to 64 can be played simultaneously.

This section adds effects (Flanger, Chorus, Reverb, Delay) to the sound from the sound generator. You can select from 23 effects combinations.

The SPD-20X has two modes; the Play mode and the Edit mode. Press [EDIT] to switch between them.

In this mode you can strike the pads and select Patches. In the Play mode, the display will show the Patch number and name.

In this mode you can make settings for the various parameters. In the Edit mode, the display will show the parameter value (which will be flashing) and name.

Edit ModePlay Mode

(the display is �ashing)(the display is lit)

PATCH

01 Drums&Shaker

INST PAD1

C01 Crash C1

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How to Edit

How to read the parameter list

MEMOIn addition to these two modes, there is another, the Advanced Edit mode, for making more detailed settings for the EQ and COMP.

MEMO “Edit” refers to the process of changing parameter values.

To modify parameter values you must be in the Edit mode. The names of all the parameters you can modify are in the Parameter List printed on the front panel.

The parameter list has four indicators arranged horizontally and seven indicators arranged vertically. In the Edit mode, one of the horizontal indicators and one of the vertical indicators will always be lit. This shows which parameter is being edited; i.e., the intersection of the indicated column and row is the currently selected parameter. The display shows the value of this parameter. To edit a particular parameter, refer to the parameter list and use the [SELECT] and [ ] [ ] buttons to select it.

Selected ParameterValue (�ashing)

The intersection of theindicated column and row

can be setto each pad

can be set toeach Patch

can be set tothe entire system

DECAY PAD1

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Press [EDIT] to enter the Edit mode.1Select the parameter you wish to edit. Press [SOUND], [MIDI/PEDAL], [FX/UTILITY], and [SYSTEM] button directly or press [SELECT] to get the appropriate indicator to light, thus selecting a column. Use [ ] or [ ] to select the desired row, by getting the appropriate indicatorto light. (The display will show the value of the selected parameter.)

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[SELECT] chooses the parameter group. The parameters of the SPD-20 are organized into four groups: SOUND, MIDI/PEDAL, FX/UTILITY, and SYSTEM. With each press of [SELECT], the indicator that lights (and the group that is selected), will be the next one in this group. The [ ] and [ ] buttons are used to select parameters within the parameter groups. The indicator above the currently lighted one will light when you press [ ], and the onebelow the one currently lighted will light when you press [ ].

Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to set the value. The previous value of the parameter will be discarded. In the case of a numerical value, PATCH/VALUE [+] increases the value, and PATCH/VALUE [-] decreases it.

3

If you wish to edit another parameter, repeat steps 2–3 as necessary.4Press [EDIT] to return to the Play mode.

The parameter list indicators will go out, and the display will once again show the Patch number.

5

MEMO You can speed up the change in values by pressing [+] while holding down [-] (or vice versa).

How to edit

In this illustration, the NOTE# parameter in the MIDI/PEDAL parameter group is selected.

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Selecting and Adjusting Sounds (Sound Parameters)

Selecting a Sound (INST)

The parameters in the SOUND group (the sound parameters) allow you to modify the sound assigned to each pad.The SOUND group contains 7 parameters: INST, LEVEL, PITCH, DECAY, PAN, CURVE and FX SEND.

About Phrase LoopSome Instruments are designed as Phrase Loops.When you select a Phrase Loop, you don’t just hear single notes; instead, a short phrase typical of that musical genre is played. You cannot play more than one Phrase Loop at the same time. To force a Phrase Loop tostop sounding, select “MUTE” and strike the pad. No sound is heard from a pad that has been set for “MUTE.”

Sound parameter settings for each pad are stored in each Patch.

Each sound assigned to a pad is called an Instrument. The SPD-20X contains 747 such Instruments, and the Instrument assign settings determine which sounds will be played. The 747 Instruments are grouped into the following categories.

The Hi-Hat Cymbals for pedal control “instruments PEDAL_HH 1 – PEDAL_HH 17” can be used effectively only when a Hi-Hat controller (FD-8; separately sold) is used.If the Instrument assign setting for any Pad is set to “OFF”, there will be no sound when you strike that Pad. If you make the Hold Pedal settings, then with some of the sounds, you can use the footswitch to sustain the sound. For the instruments that can be lengthened with the footswitch, refer to Instrument List.When an Instrument is selected, by pressing PATCH/VALUE [+] while holding down [-] (or viceversa), you can jump to the next Instrument group.

MEMO

MEMO

No. From Instrument Category001 B01 – B50 Bass Drum051 S01 – S86 Snare Drum137 T01 – T40 Tom-tom177 h01 – h33 Hi-Hat Cymbal210 H01 – H17 Hi-Hat Cymbal for pedal control227 C01 – C36 Crash/Ride Cymbal263 L01 – L78 Latin Percussion (Cuban, Brazilian)341 i01 – i33 Indian Percussion374 F01 – F37 African/Mid Eastern/Australian/Other Percussion411 J01 – J51 Japanese/Korean/Chinese/Southeast Asian Percussion462 O01 – O24 Orchestral Percussion486 M01 – M59 Melodic Percussion/Melodic Instrument545 A01 – A16 Analog Percussion (CR-78, TR-808, etc.)561 D01 – D43 Dance Sounds604 E01 – E46 Artificial Sound Effects650 N01 – N31 Natural Sounds, Human Voice681 R01 – R20 Ambience, Reversed Sounds701 I01 – I45 New Indian Percussion sounds to SPD-20X746 MUTE Forces Phrase Loop Instrument to stop. No sound747 OFF No sound

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Adjusting the Volume (LEVEL)

Adjusting the Pitch (PITCH)

Adjusting the Stereo Position (PAN)

Adjusting the Decay (DECAY)

This parameter determines the volume (0–15). At a setting of 0 there will be no sound.

This parameter determines the pitch of the Instrument (-24 – +24). Each step will change the pitch by asemitone (100 cents).

For some Instruments, raising the pitch beyond a certain point will not be heard.

This parameter adjusts the decay of the Instrument (-31–+31). Higher settings will result in a longer decay time.

For some Instruments, raising the pitch beyond a certain point will not be possible.Changing the decay setting for a Phrase Loop Instrument changes the attenuation time at the end of the loop.

This parameter determines the stereo position of the Instrument (L7-Center-R7/Random). A setting of L7 is far left, Center is in the middle, and R7 is far right. At the “Random” setting, the stereo position will change randomly eachtime you strike the pad.

This parameter is meaningful only when the SPD-20X is connected to a stereo audio system.

NOTE

NOTE

NOTE

Leve

l

Time310-31

Right SpeakerLeft Speaker

Center(Center)

7R7L

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Adjusting the Dynamic Volume Response (CURVE)

You can come up with some effective Layered sounds by combining Soft and Hard Velocity Curves.

Ex. 1: In a layered patch, when you combine Soft1 and Hard1, or Soft2 and Hard2, as the Velocity Curve settings for pad bank A and pad bank B, respectively, striking the pad lightly sounds the Instrument of pad bank A, and the harder you hit, the louder you can make the sound of the pad bank B Instrument become (Velocity Cross fade).Ex. 2: In a layered patch, when you combine Soft3 and Hard3, or Soft4 and Hard4, as the Velocity Curve settings for pad bank A and pad bank B, respectively, you can switch the pad bank A and pad bank B Instruments with the strength with which you strike the pads (Velocity Switch).

This parameter determines how the Instrument volume will change in response to your playing. You can choose from 16 response curves.

Exponential 1 Exponential 2 Exponential 3 L inear

Spl ine 1 Soft 1Exponential 4 Spl ine 2

Hard 1Soft 4

Hard 3 ConstantHard 2 Hard 4

Soft 2 Soft 3

Linear Exp1 Exp3Exp2

Exp4 Spl1 Soft1Spl2

Soft2 Soft3 Hard1Soft4

Hard2 Hard3 ConstHard4

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Adjusting the Effects Depth (FX SEND)

MEMO When Const is selected, the unit sounds at maximum volume, regardless of how hard you strike the pad.

This FX SEND parameter will have an audible result only if the [FX ON/OFF] setting is on, and FX LEVEL in the FX/UTILITY parameter group is set above 0.

NOTE

This parameter determines the depth (0–15) of the effect applied to each Instrument assigned to the pad. Higher settings will result in a deeper effect. With a setting of 0 there will be no effect. The overall effects level for a Patch is determined by FX LEVEL in the FX/UTILITY parameter group.

FX SEND

Sound Generatingsection

E�ects section

PANLEVEL

L/MONOR

OUTPUT

FX LEVEL

+

Pad Bank A Pad Bank B

Velocity Crossfade

Velocity Switch

Hard 1Soft 1

Hard 3Soft 3

+

Pad Bank A Pad Bank B

Soft1

Soft3

Hard1

Hard3

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How to Edit Sound Parameters

Pressing PATCH/VALUE [+] while holding down PATCH/VALUE [-] (or vice versa) makes this change more rapidly. However, when selecting a Parameter Group Instrument (INST), when youpress PATCH/VALUE [+] while holding down PATCH/VALUE [-] (or vice versa), you jump to the next Instrument group.

In the Play mode, use the PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] buttons to select the Patch (1–99) to edit.1Press [EDIT] to enter the Edit mode.2

Strike the pad you wish to edit.3Turn Layer on or off if necessary.4

Press [BANK A/B] to select the bank you wish to edit.

The selected PAD BANK indicator will be flashing.5

Press [SOUND] or [SELECT] to select the SOUND parameter group.6

Press [ ] or [ ] to select the parameter to be edited.7Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to set the value.

For a numerical parameter, pressing PATCH/VALUE [-] will decrease the value, and pressing PATCH/VALUE [+] will increase the value.

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MEMO Selecting and changing parameters is called editing.

MEMO You can have only one of the Pad Bank Instruments sound by setting Layer to OFF.

MEMO

Editing a sound parameter

To switch between the two pad banks, and edit each bank separately. It is not possible to simultaneously edit the sound parameters of pad banks A and B. Use [BANK A/B]

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MEMO By using a special cable (PCS-31L; sold separately) to connect two footswitches (FS-5U; sold separately) to the FOOT SW jack, you can change parameter values by remote control. While in Edit Mode, when you press Footswitch 1 you will advance to the next higher parameter value, and when you press Footswitch 2 you will go down to the next lower parameter value. If you connect a single footswitch (DP-2; sold separately) you can only move up to a higher parameter value, not down to a lower parameter value.

MEMO If you are making settings for one of the SPD-20X’s pads, the settings will be applied to all 8 pads. If you are making settings for an external pad, the settings will be applied to all 4 of the external heads, and all 4 of the external rims.

1. Set the INST parameter in the SOUND parameter group to the desired Instrument.2. Press [ALL/ENTER] to set all pads to the same sound.3. Press [ALL/ENTER] again to disable it. Then adjust the PITCH parameter for each pad.

If you press [ALL/ENTER] after step 8, the displayed parameter value will be set for all pads of the currently selected pad bank.

To edit the other pad bank of the layered sound, repeat steps 5–8.

When you finish making settings, press [EDIT] to return to the Play mode.

Setting all pads to the same parameter value

PITCH ALL

COARSE = 0

By assigning the same Instrument to all the pads and setting a different pitch for each, you can play melodies. The following procedure is an example using a melodic percussion Instrument Melodic 1 – Melodic 59. you can play

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MEMO

Effect Indicator ExplanationRev Reverb sound Adds reverberation to the soundCho Chorus sound Adds breadth to the soundFln Flanger sound Applies undulations to the soundDly Delay sound Adds an echo-like effect

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This sets the duration of reverberation, or the modulation rate (1–32). The higher the value, the longer the reverb duration, or the higher the modulation rate. The result will be different depending on the type of effect. Refer to Effect List in Chapter 5.

The depth of the effect applied to each Instrument (assigned to a pad) is determined by FX SEND in the SOUND parameter group.

The SPD-20X has four on-board effects: Reverb, Delay, Chorus, and Flanger. There are three effects parameters: FX TYPE, FX TIME and FX LEVEL.

Adding Effects to the Sound (Effect Parameters)

Effects settings are stored independently for each Patch, so you can set up the ideal effects for each Patch.

Chapter 5 includes a section on “Taking Advantage of the On-board Effects”, and we suggest that you read this as well.

Select an Effect (FX TYPE)This parameter selects one of the 23 effects combinations (1–23). The Effect Indicator for the selected effect type will light to show the effect being used.

For details on each effect type, refer to Effect List in Chapter 5.The effects are toggled on/off with each press of [FX ON/OFF].

Setting Effect Duration and Rate (FX TIME)

Adjust the Effect Depth for the Entire Patch (FX LEVEL)

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NOTEThis effect level parameter will have an audible result only if the [FX ON/OFF] setting is on, and if the Instrument parameter FX SEND for a pad is set above 0.

This parameter corresponds to the effect return level on a mixer, and higher settings will result in a deeper effect (0–15). At a value of 0 there will be no effect.

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How to Edit Effect Parameters

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2

4

5

6

3

7

In the Play mode, use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to select a Patch (1–99).

Press [FX/UTILITY] or [SELECT] to select the FX/PEDAL parameter group.

Press [EDIT] to enter the Edit mode.

Press [ ] or [ ] to select the effect parameter you wish to edit.

Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to set the value.

Repeat steps 3–5 to finish making the effect settings for the Patch.

If you wish to adjust the effect depth independently for each pad, make the appropriate settings for the FX SEND in the SOUND parameter group for each pad.

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Equalizer (EQ)

Applying Equalizer (EQ) and Compressor (COMP) to the Patch

The SPD-20X has a new 4-band equalizer and powerful compressor with full range of settings.

EQ and COMP are patch effect that goes with the patch. It can be saved when switching to another patch and stored on SD card.

MEMO

Equalizer is a function used for altering the frequency response of sound output. It can be used to remove or create resonance, and make a unique set of instruments. The equalizer in SPD-20X consists of 3 parameters: Frequency (Freq), Gain (Gain), and Filter Q (Q) and 4 filters: Low, LowMid, HiMid and Hi.

LowMid

QLow

HiMid

Hi

Frequency

Gai

n

Q+6

0

-6

Frequency: Sets the frequency of the selected filter. It is the horizontal ordinate in the picture.

Gain: Adjust the amount of boost or reduction of the selected filter. As you see the example in picture, Low Filter has a boost of 6 dB and LowMid has a reduction of 6 dB.

Q: Adjust the band width of the selected filter. As you see the example in the picture, LowMid filter has a smaller Q value than HiMid filter.

On SPD-20X, Low and Hi filter are shelf-shaped filters and Mid filters are bell-shaped filters. Shelf-shaped filters in SPD-20X don’t have Q values.

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How to Use Equalizer (EQ)

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2

3

Press [EDIT] to enter the Edit mode.

Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to select ON, then press [ALL/ENTER].

Press [SELECT] or [FX/UTILITY] and then use [ ▲ ] or [ ▼ ] to select EQ.

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4 Use [ ] or [ ] to choose the parameter you wish to adjust.

5 Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to change its value.

6 Press [ALL/ENTER] to finish editing.

EQ: Low Freq

125Hz

If you wish to adjust other parameters, repeat procedure 4 and 5.NOTE

Different EQ settings can be set to each patch. And they can be saved and copied.MEMO

Compressor (COMP)The Compressor reduces the dynamic range of audio. The main purpose of reducing dynamic range is to allow the audio to be amplified without clipping. Thus, a louder sound output can be made if compressor is applied.The compressor in SPD-20X consists of 5 parameters: Threshold, OutputGain, Ratio, Attack and Release.

Threshold: The level above which compression is applied to the audio.Ratio: The amount of compression applied to the audio once it passes the threshold level. The higher the Ratio the more the loud parts of the audio will be compressed.

This example shows how different ratio works when Threshold is at -24dB:

Attack Time: How soon the compressor starts to compress the dynamics after the threshold is reached. Short attack times will result in a fast response to sudden, loud sounds, but will make the changes in volume much more obvious to listeners.Release Time: How soon the compressor starts to release the volume level back to normal after the level drops below the threshold. A long time value will tend to lose quiet sounds that come after loud ones, but will avoid the volume being raised too much in quiet circumstances.OutputGain: Amplifies the audio after compression to a peak level of 0 dB. This might help making the sound louder after compression.

0-24-36-48-60-72-Inf. -12

0

-24

-36

-48

-60

-72

-12

dB

dB

0-24-36-48-60-72-Inf. -12

0

-24

-36

-48

-60

-72

-12

dB

dB

0-24-36-48-60-72-Inf. -12

0

-24

-36

-48

-60

-72

-12

dB

dB

OUT

IN

OUT

IN

OUT

IN

Ratio: 1:1 8:1 100:1

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How to Use Compressor (COMP)

1

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3

Press [EDIT] to enter the Edit mode.

Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to select ON, then press [ALL/ENTER].

Press [SELECT] or [FX/UTILITY] and then use [ ] or [ ] to select COMP.

4 Use [ ] or [ ] to choose the parameter you wish to adjust.

5 Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to change its value.

6 Press [ALL/ENTER] to finish editing.

COMP: Threshold

-10dB

If you wish to adjust other parameters, repeat procedure 4 and 5.NOTE

Different COMP settings can be set to each patch. And they can be saved and copied.MEMO

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Changing the Patch Name (NAME)

1

2

3

Press [EDIT] to enter the Edit mode.

Press [ALL/ENTER].

Press [SELECT] or [FX/UTILITY] and then use [ ] or [ ] to select NAME

4 Use [ ▲ ] or [ ▼ ]to choose the character you wish to edit. The selected character will blink.

5 Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to change the character.

6 Press [ALL/ENTER] to confirm your adjustment.

The patch name can be saved and loaded on SD card, and copied to another patch.MEMO

NAME SET

[User Patch ]

If you wish to discard the adjustment, press [EDIT] to quit without savingNOTE

A–Z a–z 0–9 ! " # & ' ( ) [ ] * + , - . / : ? _ < = > @ | } ^ ¥ `

$ % ; { Blank

The Input Character Supported in SPD-20X:

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Adjusting the Pad Sensitivity (TRIG SENS)

1

2

5

3

Press [EDIT] to enter the Edit mode.

Use [ ] or [ ] to select TRIG SENS.

Press [SYSTEM] or [SELECT] to select the SYSTEM parameter group.

Strike one of the 8 pads to check the result.

When you strike the pad, the strength with which the pad is struck (velocity) is shown in the display. The Velocity value indicates the level you struck the pad. From soft to hard, 1 – 127.

MEMO

NOTE

By adjusting the TRIG SENS in the SYSTEM parameter group you can adjust the sensitivity of the pad when it is struck (the range of adjustment is 1–16). Higher settings result in higher sensitivity, so that the pad will produce a loud volume even when struck softly. This parameter applies to all 8 pads.

Factory Trigger Sensitivity (TRIG SENS) settings for the internal pad reflect the average user´s pref erences. If these settings produce good results for you, then there is no need to change the Trigger Sensitivity values.

This parameter is set for all 8 pads, i.e., the same value applies to all pads. However, this parameter can be set independently for each connected external pad. Trigger Sensitivity (TRIG SENS) settings are common to all patches.

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TRIG-SENS

VEL:000 8

TRIG-SENS

VEL:089 8

4 Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to set the value.

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3

2

In the Edit mode, select the SYSTEM parameter group.

Use [ ] or [ ] to select TRIG SENS.

Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to set the value.

For information on editing external Pad Trigger Parameters, please refer to p. 42.

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By adjusting the TRIG THRESHOLD in the SYSTEM parameter group you can have a pad produce a trigger signal only when struck with more than a certain level of force (a “threshold”). This can be used to prevent a pad from sounding in response to extraneous vibrations from another pad. However, if you strike the pad with a force less than the Trigger Threshold, it will not sound. In the diagram below, the pad will sound for 2, but not for 1 or 3. This parameter can be set over a range of 0 –15.

This parameter is set for all 8 pads, i.e., the same value applies to all pads. However, this parameter can be set independently for each connected external pad. Trigger Threshold (TRIG THRESHOLD) settings are common to all patches.

Factory Trigger Threshold (TRIG THRESHOLD) settings for the internal pad reflect the average user´s preferences. If these settings produce good results for you, then there is no need to change the Trigger Threshold values.

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TRIG-THRE

3

Setting the Pad’s Minimum Level (TRIG THRESHOLD)

0

NOTE

4 Strike one of the 8 pads to check the result.

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Copying a Patch(COPY)

This operation copies Patch settings to another Patch. If you need another Patch that is only slightly different from an existing one, copy that Patch and then make the changes that you need.

User Patch U1– U99 User Patch U1– U99Preset Patch P1– P99

Copy source Copy destination

When you execute COPY, the contents of the copy destination patch are rewritten.

1 Press [EDIT] to enter the Edit mode.

Press [COPY].

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If you want to copy the patch currently editing to another patch. Press [EDIT] to save your current patch first and then press [EDIT] again to enter Edit mode and start copying.NOTE

2

3 Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to select the copy source Patch.

4 Press [ ] or [ ] to go to destination selection. Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to select the copy destination Patch.

COPY

COPY OK? YES

5 Press [ALL/ENTER]. The following confirmation screen will be shown:

The copy source Patch can be selected from user Patches (U01–U99) or factory preset Patches (P01–P99).

COPY: SOURCE

01:Drums&shaker

COPY: Dest

02:Latin Set

When you execute COPY, the destination patch data will be overwritten.NOTE

You may strike the pad to listen to the instruments when selecting.Play the pads to check the selected Patch.To quit without copying, press [COPY] or [EDIT].

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6 Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to toggle between ‘Yes’ and ‘No’, then press [ALL/ENTER] to confirm

7 Press [EDIT] once again to return to the Play mode.

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Setting Up Your Own Patch Sequences (Patch Chain)

What is a Patch Chain?

A Patch Chain is a sequence (that you create) of up to 16 Patches. The SPD-20X can store 8 of these Patch Chains (A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H.)

61 petS4 petS3 peS2 petS1 pet tep 5 • • •• • •

• • •

• • •

Patch Chain A

Patch Chain B

Patch Chain H

By setting up a Patch Chain that contains all the Patches needed for a stage set or a song, you can quickly and easily access the Patches you need.

Setting up a Patch Chain

1 In the Edit mode, press [CHAIN] to select a Chain (A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H).

2 Use the PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] buttons to select the Patch number (1–99).

3 Press [ ] to go to a higher chain slot, or [ ] to go to a lower slot.

4 Repeat steps 2–3 to create a Chain of Patches.

5 When you are finished, press [ALL/ENTER].

6 If you wish, you may make settings for another Patch Chain. Use [CHAIN] to switch between Chains.

7 When you finish making Patch Chain settings, press [ALL/ENTER] to confirm and return to Edit Mode.

You can also select Patch numbers using a footswitch connected to the FOOT SW jack.

Each Chain contains 16 slots. You can modify any slot in your chain anytime later.

If you press [EDIT] to quit Chain before pressing [ALL/ENTER], the Patch Chain settings you just made will be lost.NOTE

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Using a Patch Chain to Select Patches

1 In the Play mode, press [CHAIN] to select a Chain (A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H).

2 Each time you press PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] the next Patch in the Chain will be selected.

3 Use [ ] or [ ] to switch between different Chains.

A Patch Chain which does not contain any data will not be displayed in the Play mode.

After the last Patch in the Chain, you will return to the first Patch.A footswitch connected to the FOOT SW jack can also be used to select Patches.

NOTE

Erasing a Patch Chain

1 In the Edit mode, press [CHAIN].

2 Without any operation, press [ALL/ENTER] directly. The following display will appear.

3 Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to select ‘Yes’.

If you don’t want to clear chains, select No and then press [All/ENTER]After all chains are cleared, the Patch Chain cannot be used, even if you press [PATCH CHAIN] in the Play mode.

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Here’s how to step through the Patches in a Patch Chain.

Here’s how to erase the current Patch Chain settings

Clear Chain Set

Sure? No

4 Press [ALL/ENTER] to confirm. All the Chains will be cleared.

NOTE

4 Press [PATCH CHAIN] again to return to the Play mode.

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Connecting External Pads or Hi-Hat Control Pedal

Example 1: Percussion Set

The SPD-20X should be mounted on a stand. A commercially available cymbal or tom-tom stand works well for this.

Set to TRIG 4

4 Pads (PD-8)

TRIGGER INPUT (1–3)HH CTRL/TRIG 4

You can add external pads to the SPD-20X. Furthermore, you can connect a hi-hat control pedal (FD-8; sold separately) to control the opening and closing of the hi-hat.

CHAPTER 3 Connecting External Pads or Pedals

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Example 2: Full Set Kit

If you wish to connect a hi-hat control pedal (FD-8; sold separately) to the HH CTRL/TRIG 4 jack, set the [HH CTRL/TRIG 4] select switch to HH CTRL. If you wish to connect an external pad, set the switch to TRIG 4.

Set to HH CTRL

TRIGGER INPUT (1–3)HH CTRL/TRIG 4

TRIG 1

TRIG 2TRIG 3

HH CTRL/TRIG 4

Pad (CY-5)

Kick Trigger Unit (KD-7) + Kick Pedal

KickHi-Hat

Hi-Hat Control Pedal

Pad (PD-8)

Crash Splash Ride China

Tom2 Tom3 Tom4 Tom1

Hi-Hat Control Pedal (FD-8)

Snare

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The external pad, cymbal and kick trigger unit are connected to the Trigger Input jacks 1, 2, and 3, or the HH CTRL/TRIG 4 jack. (However, in this case, the Trigger Input switch is set to TRIG 4.)

Precautions When Connecting a External Pad

You may hear a brief sound when you change the position of the switch. This is normal, and should not be a cause for concern.NOTE

To perform with even greater expression, we recommend the use of the following specialized pads from Roland PD-8, CY-5, CY-8, KD-7 and KD-9.When you use these pads, it is necessary to set the pad type with the TRIGGER parameter TRIG TYPE.

MEMOThe four Trigger Input jacks provided with the SPD-20X are already Dual Trigger Type. This is to allow processing of two types of signals, for when you strike the head and for rim shots, when you connect a PD-8, CY-5 or CY-8.

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Precautions when connecting a Kick pedal (Kick Trigger Unit)

When using a kick pedal, a specialized Kick Trigger Unit (KD-7; sold separately) can be compatible.

A connecting cable and beater are included with the KD-7, and you may use a favorite bass drum pedal to control the SPD-20X sounds. Set the Polarity Switch on the KD-7 to the “-”(negative) position, then connect to an TRIGGER INPUT jack (1–3), or to the HH CTRL/TRIG 4 jack. (However, in the later case, be sure to set the External input select switch to TRIG 4.)

By connecting two sets of units and pedals, you can use dual bass drum techniques. There are two ways to do this. You can use the mix in jack of one KD-7 and connect the two sets in serial to one SPD-20X input, or you can connect each KD-7 to its own SPD-20X Trigger input. The first method uses only one SPD-20X TRIGGER INPUT, and the second method uses two SPD-20X TRIGGER INPUTs. However, the second method allows you to control two different Instruments, so that you can assign different-sounding Kick Drums to each side, and change the pitch and Pan settings for a more expressive sound.

When connecting two KD-7s with the KD-7’s Mix In jack, the Kick Trigger signal is slightly weakened. In such cases, when connecting the KD-7 set the Trigger Input Trigger Sensitivity slightly higher.NOTE

Kick Trigger Unit (KD-7)+ Kick Pedal

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How to Play a Rim Shot and Cymbal Choke with a PD-8If a PD-8 is connected, you will be able to use Rim Shot and Cymbal Choke playing technique.

Normal shot: Strike only the head (center) Rim shot: Strike both the head and the rim (perimeter) simultaneously.

By playing Rim Shot, you can play two types of sound from one pad. This can be done with a PD-8.

Rim Shot

Cymbal Choke

MEMO At the time the unit was shipped from the factory, the Snare Drum Rim Shot Instrument was set to Patch 1 Trigger Input 2; confirm this by actually striking the pad.

MEMO With the SPD-20X, you can choose two separate MIDI sound modules for a dual trigger pad, i.e. send the “head only” to MIDI channel 10, and the “rim” to MIDI channel 11. This allows you to control instruments from two MIDI systems with one PD-8.

When playing rim shots, striking only the rim does not produce a solid rim shot sound. Be sure to strike both the head and rim at the same time. With rim shots how hard the drum is struck is detected in the head portion.

NOTE

With PD-8, physically grasping the rim of the pad just after the pad is struck stops the sound as it is made. Before using cymbal choke function on PD-8, please set its TRIG TYPE as CY-5 or CY-8. This allows you to make the same sound you get when you stop the cymbal or other instrument from sounding with your hand just after striking it.

Head of the Pad

Rim of the Pad

Rim ShotCenter of Pad

Head of the Pad

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Precautions When Connecting a Hi-Hat Control Pedal

Connect the hi-hat control pedal (FD-8; sold separately) to the HH CTRL/TRIG 4 jack, and set the Trigger input switch to HH CTRL. When using an FD-8 you will be able to control various Instrument parameters in real time.

Set to HH CTRL

How to set the hi-hat control pedal for the best possible performance results

1 Using the cable included with the FD-8, connect the FD-8 to the HH CTRL/TRIG 4 jack. HH CTRL/TRIG 4 jack.

2 Move the external input select switch to HH CTRL. HH CTRL/TRIG 4 jack.

You may hear a brief sound when you change the position of this switch. This is normal, and shouldnot be a cause for concern.NOTE

Using a Footswitch in Place of the Hi-Hat Pedal

In place of a hi-hat control pedal, you can also control the hi-hat with a footswitch (DP-2 Pedal Switch; sold separately) connected to the HH CTRL/TRIG 4 jack. However, with this arrangement, techniques such as half open cannot be played.

FD-8

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A footswitch (FS-5U; sold separately) connected to the FOOT SW jack can be used as a sustain (hold) pedal to control specified Instruments (See the Instrument List on page 76 – 83 with Hold mark) and external MIDI sound modules. When you depress the pedal, a Control Change message (Sustain) will be transmitted, instructing the MIDI sound modules to continue sounding the notes that are currently being played.

Using a Footswitch as a Sustain Pedal or a Patch Shift Pedal

1 In the Edit mode, press [MIDI/PEDAL] to select this column.

2 Press [ ] or [ ] to locate FOOT SW.

3 The following display will appear. Press PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to select SUSTAIN

4 Press [EDIT] to finish editing.

When using the footswitch as a Patch Shift Pedal, repeat step 1 – 3, but in step 3 select PATCH SHITFT, and then press [edit] to finish editing.

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This may not work properly for some MIDI sound modules or some sounds.

Sustain messages will be transmitted on channel 10.. There are specific Instruments in the internal sound generator that can also be held with a footswitch.

NOTE

The footswitch can function as a “Patch Shift Pedal” or a “Sustain Pedal.”

FOOT SW

PATCH SHIFT

FOOT SW

SUSTAIN

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Settings for External Pads or Kick Trigger Units

Setting External Pad Tone and MIDI Parameters

How to Edit the Trigger Parameters

Sound and MIDI parameters can be set for external pads or Kick Trigger Units (connected to the TRIG INPUT jacks) in the same way as for the on-board pads.If a PD-8, CY-5, CY-8 is connected, each parameter can be set independently for the head and rim. The method for setting external pad tones is the same as that for internal pads. Make settings after referring to “Selecting and Adjusting Sounds (Sound Parameters)”. With external pads, you can make settings for both the head and the rim. To make settings for the head, strike only the head. Pad name on top right corner of the display will show EX1H, if external pad on TRIGGER INPUT 1 is triggered. To make settings for the rim, strike only the rim. EX1R will be showed on the top right screen, if external pad on TRIGGER INPUT 1 is triggered (Rim settings apply only to the PD-8, CY-5 and CY-8).

Except for the option of making rim settings, MIDI parameter settings for external pads are made the same way as those for internal heads. Make settings after referring to “MIDI Parameter Settings”.

You can set the sensitivity and make other settings for external pads (TRIGGER parameters). There are four types of TRIGGER parameters available (TRIG SENS, TRIG THRESHOLD, TRIG TYPE, and TRIG CURVE).Settings for some of these parameters can control both internal and external pads separately; others can control the external pads only.

External and internal pads have separate TRIGGER parameter settings.NOTE

NOTEIt is better not to set and layer two different tones and Velocity Curves using the rim’s Pad Bank, since the relative strength is difficult to control precisely.

Parameter Internal Pad External Pad (4 Independent)KOsdaP 8 ot nommoCSNES GIRT

KOsdaP 8 ot nommoCDLOHSERHT GIRT

KOoNEPYT GIRT

KOoNEVRUC GIRT

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Adjusting the Sensitivity of a Pad or Kick Trigger Unit (TRIG SENS)

This parameter adjusts the sensitivity of a pad or Kick Trigger Unit. Higher values will result in higher sensitivity (setting range: 1–16). When external pads are connected, you should adjust the relative sensitivity between the external and on-board pads so as to provide a balanced feel for the entire drum kit.

About the Trigger Unit’s Rim SensitivityFor a trigger unit, its rim and head will share the same sensitivity. So is the threshold.

1 In the Edit mode, select the SYSTEM parameter group.

2 Use [ ] or [ ] to select TRIG SENS.

3 Strike the pad you wish to edit.

4 Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to set the value.

When you strike the pad, the strength with which the pad is struck (velocity) is shown in the display. Striking the pad velocity will be shown on display at a value from 0 to 127. The harder you strike, the higher the value is.

TRIG-SENS

VEL:000 8

TRIG-SENS

VEL:000 8

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Selecting Types for External Pads (TRIG TYPE)

The SPD-20X’s Trigger Inputs allow you to connect and play using a variety of pad types. While the trigger signal output from a pad can have a variety of characteristics depending on the type of pad, you can make sure the trigger signal is read correctly by setting the Trigger Type.

1 In the Edit mode, select the SYSTEM parameter group.

2 Use [ ] or [ ] to select TRIG TYPE.

3 Strike the External pad you wish to edit.

MEMO Trigger Type rim and head settings are shared for all pads (PD-8, CY-5/8).

You cannot make settings for the internal pads. If you try to select the internal head by striking it, “–––” is displayed.

NOTE

Pad Trigger TypesDisplayed Description

PD-8 For pad trigger PD-8CY-5 For cymbal trigger CY-5, rim choke function is enabled in this typeCY-8 For cymbal trigger CY-8, rim choke function is enabled in this typeKD-7 For kick trigger KD-7KD-9 For kick trigger KD-9

TRIG-TYPE EX1H

PD-8

TRIG-THRE ===

4 Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to set the value.

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Setting How the Strength with Which External Pads Are Struck Changes the Volume (TRIG CURVE)

With some external pads and acoustic drum triggers, the relationship between the strength with which you strike the pad and the changes in volume output signal is unnatural. To get natural-sounding volume changes, set the Trigger Curve.

1

2 Use [ ] or [ ] to select TRIG CURVE.

3 Strike the external pad (or Kick Trigger Unit) to be set.

MEMO You cannot make settings for the internal pads. If you try to select the internal head by striking it, “---” is displayed.

TRIG-CURVE EX1H

0

4 Using PATCH/VALUE [+] or [-], set the Trigger Curve (-2, -1, 0, 1, or 2).

Values correspond to the Trigger Curves shown below.“0” denotes the standard Trigger Curve.

MEMO To make this setting correctly, set the Trigger Sensitivity before setting the Trigger Curve.

0 (Standard)-2 -1 1 2

Level

Striking Force

Setting the Same Parameter Values to All Pads

For example, with Trigger Type PD-8 set to Trigger Input 1, by pressing [ALL/ENTER], PD-8 is set to all four Trigger Inputs.

When you press [ALL/ENTER] while in Edit mode, the parameter values that are set in an external pad are set to all external pads.

In the Edit mode, select the SYSTEM parameter group.

TRIG-CURVE ===

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Settings for an External Hi-Hat Control Pedal

MEMOFor more on how to connect the pedal, refer to “Precautions When Connecting a Hi-Hat Control Pedal”.

You can use the hi-hat control pedal (FD-8; sold separately) to open and close the hi-hat, Hi-Hat Control pedal settings are made with FX/PEDAL Parameter PDL LEVEL.To see how to make such setting, refer to item shown on the following page.

Hi-Hat control pedal settings are global setting, it will not be saved to each Patch.

The pedal works as a hi-hat control pedal controlling sounds (PEDAL_HH 1 – PEDAL_HH 17) assigned to a pad. Stepping on the pedal while striking the pad produces a closed hi-hat sound, and by letting up on the pedal a little at a time, you continuously change the tone and length of the sound from closed, to half-opened, to opened. Additionally, you can get a“foot close” sound by stepping on the pedal more forcefully. You can also get a great “foot open (splash Hi-Hat)” sound, similar to the sound you get as you lift your foot off the hi-hat.

MEMO Set the volume of the pedal hi-hat sound produced with the pedal in PDL LEVEL. For more on how to make these settings, refer to “Adjustivg the Volume of the Pedal Hi-Hat Sound”. (p52)

If a hi-hat sound (PEDAL_HH 1 – PEDAL_HH 17) is assigned to two or more pads, the pedal hi-hat will sound for the highest-priority pad as shown in next page. Only the hi-hat with the highest priority can be fully controlled by hi-hat pedal. For other trigger assigned with PEDAL_HH instrument, you can only control open hi-hat decay with the pedal.

NOTE

Controlling the Opening and Closing of the Hi-Hat (HH)

Pad Bank A

Pad Bank B

high priority

low priorityINT 1: Internal pad 1TRIG 1: Trigger input 1

(Head) (Rim)(Head)(Rim)(Head)(Rim)(Head)(Rim)

INT1 INT8INT7INT6INT5INT4INT3INT2

INT1 INT8INT7INT6INT5INT4INT3INT2

TRIG1 TRIG4TRIG4TRIG3TRIG3TRIG2TRIG2TRIG1

TRIG1 TRIG4TRIG4TRIG3TRIG3TRIG2TRIG2TRIG1(Head) (Rim)(Head)(Rim)(Head)(Rim)(Head)(Rim)

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Adjusting the Volume of the Pedal Hi-Hat Sound (PDL LEVEL)When one of the Hi-Hat Cymbals for pedal control (H01–H17) sounds is assigned to the pad, you can control the pedal hi-hat volume when the hi-hat control pedal is pressed. Higher values will result in a louder sound. At a setting of 0, there will be no sound.

1

2 Use [ ] or [ ] to select PDL LEVEL

3 Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to set the volume (0–15).

In the Edit mode, select the MIDI/PEDAL parameter group.

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CHAPTER 4 Connecting MIDI Devices

MIDI ConnectionsWhen connected to other MIDI devices, the SPD-20X can be used in a wide variety of musically creative ways. For example, it can be connected to a sequencer as a pad controller for real time input, and its onboard sound generator can be layered with external sound modules. Other applications such as using a sequencer to automatically select SPD-20X Patches is also possible.

Example of one way to connect when using the SPD-20 to control an external sound module.

About MIDIMIDI is an acronym for “Musical Instrument Digital Interface,” and is a standard by which electronic musical Instruments and computers can exchange musical data. The SPD-20X conforms to the MIDI specification and can be connected to other devices to either control, or be controlled.

First, we will briefly explain how MIDI data is sent and received.

MIDI data is sent and received through the following connectors. Use a MIDI cable to connectors these connectors to other devices.

MIDI IN: receives data from other MIDI devicesMIDI OUT: transmits data to other MIDI devicesMIDI THRU: re-transmits the data received via MIDI IN

It is possible to connect (“daisy chain”) several MIDI devices using the MIDI THRU connectors, but you should keep the total length of MIDI cables within 10 meters, to prevent possible reception errors.

The SPD-20X does not have a MIDI THRU connector.NOTE

MIDI connectors

AC adaptor

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How MIDI Data is Sent and Received

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MIDI connectors

MIDI allows you to independently control two or more devices over a single MIDI cable. This is possible because MIDI provides for multiple channels of control. You can think of MIDI channels as being similar to television channels. Although many broadcast channels are in the air at any one time (many channels of MIDI data are moving through a single cable), a television set receives only the channel to which it is set (the MIDI device receives only the channel to which it is set).

MEMO With the SPD-20X, you can set the MIDI Channel (MIDI CH).

Main Types of MIDI Data Used by the SPD-20XA wide variety of musical data can be transmitted by MIDI, with a different type of MIDI message provided for each type of data. MIDI messages can be broadly categorized into two groups: information that is differentiated by channel (Channel messages) and information that is not differentiated by channel (System messages).

These messages carry musical performance data. Normally, these messages do most of the work. The result that each type of message produces will depend on the settings of the sound module.

• Note messagesThese messages notify the sound generator that a pad has been struck. (A keyboard would transmit these messages when keys are played.) Note messages convey the following information.Note Number: Each note message (Note On or Note Off) carries the Note Number which was assigned to that pad (a number indicating the note position on a keyboard).Note On: This message is transmitted when a pad is struck (when a key is played).Note Off: This message is transmitted when the specified Gate Time has elapsed after the Note On message (when a key is released).Velocity: Each note message contains data indicating how strongly the pad was struck (how strongly the key was played).

Data differentiated by channel (Channel messages)

MIDI provides sixteen channels, 1–16, and the receiving device will only receive data when its receivechannel matches the Transmit Channel. In the following diagram, playing the keyboard will cause onlysound module B to play.

MIDI OUT MIDI IN MIDI THRU

MIDI INTransmit channel: 1

Receive channel: 2

Receive channel: 1

Sound Module A

Sound Module B

TV Station A

TV Station B

TV Station C

TV messages from various TV Stations are sent through the antenna’s cable.

Select the channel of the TV Station you wish to watch.

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The Note Numbers fall within the range of 0–127, with middle C (C4) as number 60.Note numbers usually specify the pitch of the sound to be produced, but for rhythm sound generators, they specify the type of drum sound (the Instrument) which is to be played.

Aftertouch messages are transmitted by some keyboards when you press down on the keyboard after playing a note. The degree of pressure (aftertouch) can thus be used to control various aspects of the sound. There are two types of aftertouch messages. Data which is transmitted independently for each key is called Polyphonic Key Pressure, and data which is transmitted for the overall keyboard (without differentiating between individual keys) is called Channel Key Pressure.

These messages are usually used to select sounds.

These messages convey various types of information that make a musical performance more expressive. Each message carries a control number that indicates which function it is to control. The result will depend on the MIDI device.

• Aftertouch messages

• Program Change messages (1–128)

• Control Change messages

MEMO With the SPD-20X, Note Numbers for transmitting and receiving are set with the MIDI parameter NOTE #.

MEMO The SPD-20X transmits Key AfterTouch messages when the rim area of a pad (CY-5, CY-8) is squeezed or released. When the SPD-20X receives Key AfterTouch messages from another MIDI device, its sound will be affected in the same way as when the rim area of a pad is squeezed.

MEMO The SPD-20X can transmit Program Change messages to select Patches on external sound modules . When the SPD-20X receives a Program Change message from another MIDI device, the Patch will change.

MEMO The SPD-20X transmits movements of the hi-hat control pedal as Control Change messages.When it receives Control Change messages from another MIDI device, its sound will be affected in the same way as when the pedal is moved.

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MIDI Parameter SettingsIf you wish to use the SPD-20X to control another MIDI sound module, or use another MIDI device to control the SPD-20X, you will need to set the MIDI parameters.

For more on how to set MIDI parameters, refer to Setting MIDI parameters.

How the MIDI Parameters Work

Set this parameter to match the receive channel of the MIDI sound module you have connected. If you want a pad to play only the SPD-20X’s sounds, set this parameter to “OFF.”

Using the Pads to Play External Sound Modules 1–16: When playing external sound modules, Note messages are sent through the MIDI Transmit Channels set here. If you find it unnecessary to make any special setting for this, just set it to 10 (the initial value).

When You Are Not Sending MIDI MessagesOFF: MIDI messages are not transmitted.

MEMO You can set MIDI parameters for each pad in a pad bank (A and B), allowing you to control externalsound modules on two channels. Additionally, MIDI parameters can be set to Patches.

MEMO If you switch Patches while setting Program Changes (PGM CH), the Program Number is sent through the MIDI CH (1–16) set here.

MIDI Channel (MIDI CH)

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Set this parameter to the sound (note) of the MIDI sound module you want to play from that pad (0–127/OFF).

Note Number (NOTE #)

8C4C0A8010612

C-10

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Correspondence between Note Numbers and Note Names

Note Name:Note Number:

When setting the same Note Numbers to a number of pads within the same Patch, the same Note Numbers and Note Messages are transmitted from each pad. If a note assigned to 2 or more pads is received, only one pad will be expressed.

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About Note Numbers for HI-Hats Controlled with Pedals

Normally one Instrument will be assigned one Note Number. However, a hi-hat sound (PEDAL_HH 1 – PEDAL_HH 17) controlled by a hi-hat control pedal will automatically be given three note numbers; the displayed Note Number and the two note numbers immediately below it. Only the highest Note Number will be displayed.

Sound of an Instrument Hi-Hat sound controlled by a pedal

For example, suppose that PEDAL_HH 1 has Note Number 46 assigned to it. With the pedal depressed, if you strike the pad to which PEDAL_HH 1 is assigned, Note Number 42 will be sent. If you strike the pad without depressing the pedal, Note Number 46 will be sent. If you depress the pedal without striking the pad, Note Number 44 will be sent.

Note #

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Only the highestnote number willbe shown

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This parameter determines the length of time that the MIDI sound module will produce sound (0.1 sec ond–4.0 seconds, ALT).

Settings values shown in the display are 01–40 and ALT (0.1–4.0 seconds and Alternate).NOTE

This Gate Time parameter corresponds to the length of time a note is held (on a MIDI keyboard) before it is released.When you set “ALT”, Note On and Note Off are alternately transmitted when you strike the pad. When using samplers and other such devices, you can strike a pad to start a sampler phrase loop, and stop the phrase loop the next you strike the same pad.

If the MIDI sound module ignores Note Off messages, this Gate Time parameter will not affect the length of the note (Drum sound modules and other sound modules).

The actual length of time the note sounds will depend on the settings of the MIDI sound module.

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If you are using a pad to play a sound that has a slow attack, the note may be too quiet or may be cut off too quickly. If so, increase the Gate Time.

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Program Change (PGM CH)

By transmitting Program Change messages, the SPD-20X can select sounds on another MIDI device. This parameter specifies the Program Number transmitted when Patches are switched (1–128, OFF). In the Edit mode, each time you modify this parameter, a Program Change message will be transmitted immediately from MIDI OUT, so that you can then strike the pad to check the external sound module. If you do not wish to transmit Program Change messages, set this parameter to “OFF.”Each Pad will transmit a Program Change message on its assigned MIDI channel whenever a Patch is selected in the Play mode. If two or more pads are assigned to the same MIDI channel and have been set to transmit different Program Numbers, only the highest-priority pad will transmit the Program Change.

If two or more pads are assigned with the same Program Number on the same MIDI Channel, their Program Change will all being transmitted. So it's better not set both the same Program Number and Midi Channel to multiple pads.

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Gate Time (GATE TIME)

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Setting MIDI ParametersSince MIDI parameters can be set independently for each pad bank (A and B), each pad can control two external sound modules.

1 In the Play mode, use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to select the Patch (1–99) for which you wish to make settings.

2 Press [EDIT] to enter the Edit mode.

3 Use [SELECT] or [MIDI/PEDAL] to select the MIDI parameter group.

4 Use [ ] or [ ] to select the parameter you wish to set.

5 Press [BANK A/B] to select the pad bank you wish to set.

6 Strike the pad you wish to set.

7 Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to set the parameter value.

The value will change more rapidly if you press [+] while holding [-].

If you have a PD-8, CY-5 or CY-9 connected, you can make independent settings to the pad and rim. When making MIDI parameter settings to the rim, play a rim shot to call up the trigger settings.NOTE

MEMOYou can strike the pad to hear the edited sound. If you have layered two sounds, it is probably a good idea to press [LAYER] to turn Layer off.

8 To set parameters for the other pad bank, repeat steps 5–7.

9 If you wish to set the same parameters for other pads, repeat steps 6–7. If you wish to set different parameters for the other pads, repeat steps 4–8.

10 Press [EDIT] once again to return to the Play mode.

When there are two or more sounds corresponding to the same Note Number that are received, all those sound will be played.

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Press [SELECT] or [MIDI/PEDAL] to select the MIDI parameter group.Use [ ] or [ ] to select NOTE #.

Using the SPD-20X as a MIDI Sound ModuleIncoming MIDI messages from an external device can also trigger the SPD-20’s sounds. The Instruments specified by the sound parameters for each pad will be played by incoming note messages of the Note Number specified for each pad.

Setting the MIDI Channel (MIDI CH) for Each PadThe SPD-20X receives MIDI note messages corresponding to its MIDI CH setting. Program Change messages and Control Change messages are received on Channel 10. When using an external MIDI device to play the SPD-20X’s sound generator, set the MIDI Channel of the external MIDI device accordingly.

1 In Edit mode, press [SELECT] or [MIDI/PEDAL] to select the MIDI parameter group.

2 Use [ ] or [ ] to select MIDI CH.

3 Strike the pad you wish to set.

4 Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to specify the channel number (1–16).

5 Press [EDIT] to return to the Play mode.

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Settings for MIDI Note (NOTE #) for Each PadHere’s how to specify the Instrument’s Note Number for MIDI output and the Instrument to be played by incoming MIDI messages.

1 In the Play mode, use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to select the Patch (1–99) for which you wish to make settings.

2 Press [EDIT] to enter the Edit mode.

3 NOTE# PAD1

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4 Strike the pad you wish to set.

5 Select the note number (0–127) by using NOTE # in the MIDI parameter group.

6 If you wish to make settings for other pads, repeat steps 4–5.

7 Press [EDIT] to return to the Play mode.

If you have specified the same Note Number for two or more pads, each pad will transmit the same Note Number. However, if a note message of that number is received, only one Instrument assigned will sound.

MEMO

Remember that three note numbers are assigned to each Hi-Hat Cymbal for pedal control sound (PEDAL_HH 1–PEDAL_HH 17). If even one of these three note numbers coincides with a Note Number assigned to another pad, it will sound also. For example, if Note Number 38 has been assigned to the SNARE 1 sound for pad number 1, and Note Number 42 has been assigned to the PEDAL_HH 1 sound for Pad number 2, the closed PEDAL_HH 1 sound will also be heard.

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Now when the specified Note Number is received from the external device, you will beable to check the sound.

By switching the Layer on/off, the way of note message processing will be changed;Layer Off: Each of the Note Numbers set to pad banks A and B are transmitted when received.Layer On: When received, the Note Number in pad bank B is ignored, while the Note Number in pad bank A is played.

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Using External MIDI Devices to Play the Internal Sound Generator

1 Set the MIDI Channel for the external MIDI device to match the MIDI Channel of the SPD-20X. If you intended to send Program Change and Control Change from an external MIDI device, set them to channel 10.

2 If necessary, use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to select a Patch.

3 When you play the external MIDI device, the SPD-20X will sound.

When a note message is received from the external MIDI device, the Instrument selected for the pad set to the corresponding Note Number in the current patch will sound.

If a Program Change message is received on the Channel 10, the corresponding Patch (1–99) will be selected. (Only in the Play mode.) The SPD-20X will not respond to incoming Program Numbers 100–128 for patch changes.

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How to Use a Sequencer or a Computer to Record/Play back Your Performance

When you wish to record or play back the musical performance of your SPD-20X, you must make connections properly and make settings (such as MIDI CH) before you begin recording.

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AC adaptorAudio Equipment(Stereo Set)

StereoHeadphones

Computer or Sequencer

MIDI OUT

MIDI IN

MIDI OUT MIDI IN

How to Set Up the SPD-20X for SequencingIf you wish to record and playback a SPD-20X performance on a MIDI sequencer or computer, make the following settings. (These are the factory settings.)

If you wish to record and playback Patch changes made during a performance, you will need to make the following settings as well.

If you wish to record and playback the pedal controller hi-hat sound (PEDAL_ HH 1 – PEDAL_HH 17) layered with another instrument, following setting will be necessary.

• For each pad you wish to use, set MIDI CH to channel 10. Set channel 10 as input channel on MIDI sequencer or computer. If you set different MIDI CH for pads you play, don’t forget to change input channel to ALL on MIDI sequencer or computer.• For each pad you wish to use, set different Note # for the pads so that they don’t overlap.• For each pad you wish to use, set CURVE to “Linear”.• For each pad you wish to use, set SENS to 8 or any other appropriate level that won't cause crosstalk problem when playing.

• For each patch you play, set a Program Number (PGM CH) that matches the Patch number on only one pad, set OFF to other pads.

• Assign a hi-hat cymbal for pedal control instrument (PEDAL_HH 1– PEDAL_HH 17) to pad bank A. If you assign these instruments to pad bank B, recording will be correct, but since the SPD-20X ignores incoming note messages for pad bank B, the Pedal hi-hat will not be heard during playback.

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Storing the SPD-20X’s Data on SD card (SD CARD)The Patch data in the SPD-20X can be saved or loaded on a SD card, which allows you to store your favorite patches, carry your drum set in your pocket and share your patches with your friends.

Precautions for Using SD CARDTo Insert a SD CARD

1 Make sure the SD card front face upward to you and head towards SPD-20X.

2 Insert a standard SD card to the SD CARD slot on rear panel.

3 Press the card and you will hear a click sound. This ensures the SD card is safely inserted.

1 Press the card and you will hear a click sound.

2 Remove the SD card slowly

No SD Card Found

Press [Enter]

If this warning is showed, please make sure the SD card is correctly inserted and not damaged.

After you have inserted the SD card again, press ENTER

To Eject a SD CARD

If you remove SD directly without these procedures, it will damage SD card slot.

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How to Save a Single PatchIf you wish to save the current patch to SD card, see the following procedures.

1 Press [EDIT] to enter the Edit mode.

2 Press [SELECT] or [SYETEM] to select SD CARD.

3 Use [-] or [+] to select SAVE. Then press [ALL/ENTER]

Save:Name

[BACKUP ]

4 Use [ ] or [ ] to select which character you wish to edit and then use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to adjust the name for the backup file on SD card. Press [All/ENTER] to confirm.

The input character table in SPD-20X:

This name is not the Patch Name. It is the Save Name you will see when LOAD or DELETE a patch from SD card. This name will be saved on SD card and won’t be loaded to the patch.

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A–Z a–z 0–9 ! * # & ' ( ) [ ] * + , - . / : ? _ < = > @ | } ^ ¥ ` $ % ; { Blank

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5 Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to choose the destination. And press [ALL/ENTER] to confirm.

The number on the left side is the Destination Slot Number on SD card. The name on the right side is the Destination Save Name. The above screenshot shows the destination slot is empty. If this slot is occupied, it will show the Save Name you previously set when saving. There are 99 storage slots on SD card, and you can save to any position as you like. To move quickly through 99 patch numbers, press [-] while holding [+] to forward quickly, or vice versa.

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Save:OverWrite

Sure? Yes

6 If the destination slot is already occupied, the following screen will be shown.

7 Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to toggle between ‘Yes’ and ‘No’, press [ALL/ENTER] to confirm.

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How to Save All PatchesIf you wish to save all the patches to SD card, see the following procedures.

1 Press [EDIT] to enter the Edit mode.

2 Press [SELECT] or [SYETEM] to select SD CARD.

3 Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to select SAVE ALL. Press [ALL/ENTER]

SaveAll:Name

[BACKUP ]

4 Use [ ] or [ ] to select which character you wish to edit and then use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to adjust the name for the backup file on SD card.

When you using SAVE ALL function, all patches saved will have the same name. NOTE

Save all Patch

Sure? Yes

5 A confirm dialogue will be shown in case if the operation is not your intention.

6 Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to toggle between ‘Yes’ and ‘No’, press [ALL/ENTER] to confirm

This operation will overwrite all the patches stored on SD card. SAVE ALL does not generate a single 'all patches' data. It is a batch process to save 1-99 patches on SPD-20X to 1-99 slots on SD card. Be aware not to overwrite any important patch on SD card.

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How to Load a Single PatchIf you wish to load a patch from SD card to the current patch, see the following procedures.

1 Press [EDIT] to enter the Edit mode.

2 Press [SELECT] or [SYETEM] to select SD CARD.

3 Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to select LOAD. Then press [ALL/ENTER]

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01:BACKUP

4 Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to choose the patch you wish to load. And press [ALL/ENTER] to confirm.

This operation will overwrite the data in the current patch. Please make sure you have backup or the current patch is no longer needed.

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Load Backup

Sure? Yes

5 The following confirmation screen will be shown.

6 Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to toggle between ‘Yes’ and ‘No’, press [ALL/ENTER] to confirm

If the target slot is empty, the display will be:MEMO

How to Load All PatchesIf you wish to load all the patches from SD card, see the following procedures. This operation will load all 99 saved patches on SD card to SPD-20X, and it can't be discarded after confirmation.

1 Press [EDIT] to enter the Edit mode.

2 Press [SELECT] or [SYETEM] to select SD CARD.

3 Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to select LOAD ALL. Then press [ALL/ENTER]

Load all Patch

Sure? Yes

4 The following confirmation screen will be shown.

5 Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to toggle between ‘Yes’ and ‘No’, press [ALL/ENTER] to confirm

All the patches on SPD-20X will be overwritten if such operation is made. Please be aware.NOTE

Load

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How to Delete a PatchIt is possible to delete a particular patch on SD card. You can choose the patch you don’t want from 99 patch slots on SD card.

1 Press [EDIT] to enter the Edit mode.

2 Press [SELECT] or [SYETEM] to select SD CARD.

3 Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to select DELETE. Press [ALL/ENTER]

Delete

01:BACKUP

4 Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to choose the patch you wish to delete. And press [ALL/ENTER] to confirm.

If the target slot is empty, its name will be “------------”.

Delete Backup 01

Sure? Yes

5 The following confirmation screen will be shown.

6 Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to toggle between ‘Yes’ and ‘No’, press [ALL/ENTER] to confirm

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The slot number of the backup patch on SD card will be shown on top-right corner.

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How to Format SD cardIf you want to delete all the patches on SD card, it is suggested to use format function.

1 Press [EDIT] to enter the Edit mode.

2 Press [SELECT] or [SYETEM] to select SD CARD.

3 Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to select FORMAT. Press [ALL/ENTER]

Format SD Card

Sure? Yes

4 The following confirmation screen will be shown.

All data on SD card will be formatted, including other files you stored on it. Please make backup for your files if necessary.

6 Use PATCH/VALUE [-] or [+] to toggle between ‘Yes’ and ‘No’, press [ALL/ENTER] to confirm

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CHAPTER 5 Supplementary Materials

Taking Advantage of the On-board Effects

Here you will find materials that are useful in helping you get the most out of your SPD-20X. Read the sections as needed.

Effect listNo. Name Effect Contents The parameter affected by “TIME”

1 Room (Bright) A bright-sounding room reverb Reverb Time

2 Room (Standard) A standard room reverb Reverb Time

3 Room (Dark) A dark-sounding room reverb Reverb Time

4 Hall (Bright) A bright-sounding hall reverb Reverb Time

5 Hall (Standard) A standard hall reverb Reverb Time

6 Hall (Dark) A dark-sounding hall reverb Reverb Time

7 Plate (Bright) A bright-sounding plate reverb Reverb Time

8 Standard Plate A standard plate reverb Reverb Time

9 Chorus + Reverb Chorus and reverb Reverb Time

10 Tremolo Reverb Reverb with tremolo Reverb Time

11 Chorus A standard chorus Chorus Rate

12 Chorus + Room Chorus and room reverb Reverb Time

13 Chorus + Hall Chorus and hall reverb Reverb Time

14 Chorus + Plate Chorus and plate reverb Reverb Time

15 Flanger A standard flanger Flanger Rate

16 Flanger+Reverb 1 Flanger and reverb Reverb Time

17 Flanger+Reverb 2 Flanger and reverb Flanger Rate

18 Delay 1 Delay (without feedback) Delay Time

19 Delay 2 Delay (with feedback) Delay Time

20 Panning Delay 1 Panned delay (without feedback) Delay Time

21 Panning Delay 2 Panned delay (with feedback) Delay Time

22 Chorus Delay 1 Chorus + stereo delay (without feedback) Delay Time

23 Chorus Delay 2 Chorus + stereo delay (with feedback) Delay Time

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Room Reverb A simulation of the reverberation in a small room.

Hall Reverb A simulation of the reverberation in a room with a high ceiling.

Plate Reverb A simulation of a plate reverb (a reverb device which uses a metal plate), producing bright reverberation.

Chorus An effect of enhanced spaciousness.

Flanger An effect blending sounds reminiscent of a jet ascending and descending.

Delay Feedback This term refers to when the delayed signal is returned to the input of the circuit. Delay effects marked “with feedback” will have more repetitions of the delayed sound.

Panning Delay The delayed sound will be panned back and forth between the left and right speakers (if you are listening in stereo). Even if you select a Panning Delay marked “without feedback,” there will be one delay for each position of right, center, and left.

Reverb Time This sets the length of the reverberation.

Chorus Rate This sets the modulation speed of the chorus effect. Higher settings result in faster chorusing.

Flanger Rate This sets the modulation speed of the flanger effect. Higher settings result in faster flanging.

Delay Time This sets the Delay time. Higher settings result in a longer delay. For the exact Delay times, refer to the table below.

Explanation of Terms

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Reverb gives presence and spaciousness to any sound, whether solo or background. However, excessively high effects levels and long effects times may make the performance difficult to follow (because sounds are blurred), or make the rhythm less precise. There is a definite relationship between effect time and effect level. Here are two hints on using Reverb, based on that relationship.

• Ifyouwanttousealongeffecttime,decreasetheeffectleveltoreducemuddiness.• Ifyouwanttouseahigheffectlevel,shortentheeffecttimetoreducemuddiness.

Hints on Using Reverb

While Reverb creates a lingering resonance, Delay creates quite a different effect. For Delay effects, the effect time setting can create significant differences in the resulting sound. For example, when playing a melodic solo using a mallet-type Instrument, an extremely short Delay time can be used to thicken the sound. On the other hand, a longer repeating Delay can be set to a Delay time of a half-note or quarternote that matches the tempo of the song. If you are listening to the SPD-20X in stereo, it can also be interesting to select effect type Panning Delay and select a Pan setting of “random.”

Hints on Using Delay

For Chorus/Flanger effects, the Time parameter determines the rate (the speed of modulation).For Chorus, lower settings of the time parameter will result in a more spacious sound, and higher settings will result in a more tremolo-like effect. Flanging is often used on metallic sounds such as cymbals or Hi-Hats to produce a frequently-heard effect.

Hints on Using Chorus/Flanger

Effects provide many possibilities, but if you always use the same heavily-applied Reverb or Chorus, all the Patches will sound the same. It is important to choose effect settings that are appropriate for the song or suited to the role of the Instrument (solo, backing, special effects, etc.).The FX SEND in the SOUND parameter group allows you to set the effect depth independently for the Instrument assigned to each pad, so it is possible, for instance, to apply flanging only to the cymbals. In the case of Reverb, higher settings of FX SEND will create the impression of the Instrument being played further away, so you might set the FX SEND parameter to a different value for each Instrument to create spatial contrast. By utilizing the Pan setting (the stereo position) and the Chorus effect, you can control a vast performance space.

Hints on Making Parameter Settings

Speaking of contrast, it can also be very “effective” to not use effects. Some possibilities are as follows.•ToapplyeffectstocertainInstrumentsandnottoothers.•Toswitchtoanon-effectPatchatastrategicmoment.

As an example of the first possibility, you might try using an ethnic percussion Instrument—such as a surdo—without any effects for a feeling of authenticity. As an example of the second possibility, you could switch from a Patch with deep Reverb to a Patch with no effects (or vice versa) to reinforce musical movement or development within a song.

Hints on Not Using Effects

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Troubleshooting

• No soundIs the volume set to 0?

Check the SPD-20X volume, and the volume of the amp system and mixer.Can you here sound through the headphones?

If there is sound through the headphones, the problem may be that a connecting cable is damaged,or there is a problem with the amp or mixer. Check the amplification system and the audio connections.

Is Layer Off selected? When Layer Off is selected, the sound from only one side is played.

Could LEVEL in the SOUND parameter group be set to 0? Set the levels to an appropriate value.

Is INST (Instrument Assign) in the SOUND parameter group set to “OFF”? A pad will not sound if its Instrument Assign parameter is set to “OFF” .

Is CURVE (Velocity Curve) in the SOUND parameter group inappropriate? Make appropriate settings for the Velocity Curve parameter .

When playing the internal sound generator

• No power/Power on, but unit does not operateAre you using the supplied AC adaptor?

Other AC adaptors may not work properly. If the SPD-20X does not operate even with the correct AC adaptor, check whether the correct AC line voltage is being supplied.

It is best to avoid connecting many devices of high power consumption to the same AC outlet, or usingan excessive number of AC outlet expansion plugs.

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• The volume is too lowIs the volume turned down?

Check the SPD–20X volume, and the volume of the amp system and/or mixer.Are LEVEL in the SOUND parameter group set too low?

Set the LEVEL to appropriate levels.Is CURVE (Velocity Curve) in the SOUND parameter group inappropriate?

Make appropriate settings for the Velocity Curve parameter.Is TRIG SENS (Velocity Sens) in the SYSTEM parameter group set too low?

Make appropriate settings for the Velocity Sensitivity parameter.

• The sound is wrongIs the layer function on?

Modify the SOUND parameters

• You hear sounds that you did not selectIs the layer function on?

Set Layer to Off.Is an external MIDI sound module being played from that pad?

If you do not wish to trigger an external MIDI sound module, set the MIDI CHANNEL in the MIDI parameter to “OFF”.

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• Soft strikes does not produce soundIs the TRIG THRESHOLD setting too high?

Set TRIG THRESHOLD to an appropriate value.Is CURVE (Velocity Curve) in the SOUND parameter group inappropriate?

Make appropriate settings for the Velocity Curve parameter.

• When two pads are struck simultaneously, only one of the sounds is playedAre you striking the center of the pad?

When striking two pads simultaneously, you should hit them both in the center. Furthermore, you can be more sure of sounding both pads if you strike them with the timing slightly off.

With the SPD-20X, the prevention of crosstalk (incorrect actions caused by the vibration from anotherpad) is processed internally. Thus, if when two pads are struck at the same time the signal output byone of the pads is extremely weak, then that sound is prevented from sounding. Being sure to strikeboth pads in their centers, with the same force/strength makes it difficult for the sound difficult to beomitted.

MEMO

• The volume can’t be controlled by adjusting the striking strength

Make the TRIG TYPE match. Make the TRIG SENS and TRIG CURVE match.

When external pads are connected

• When striking repeatedly, some sounds are lost

Make the TRIG TYPE match.

When using external pads, set the TRIG TYPE.MEMO

In some cases, when using pads or acoustic drum triggers from other manufacturers, you should makeyour settings in Advanced Trigger Parameters.

MEMO

• There is no sound when rim/edge shots are played

Play the rim/edge shot correctly. Set the TRIG TYPE correctly.Are stereo cables used to connect the pads?

Connect using stereo cables.

• No soundAre MIDI connections correct?

Check that the SPD-20X MIDI OUT is connected to the MIDI IN of the external sound module, and that the MIDI cable is not damaged.Is the volume of the MIDI sound module turned down? Raise the volume.

Is MIDI CH (MIDI Channel) in the MIDI parameter group set correctly? Make sure that the Transmit Channel is not set to “OFF” and that the MIDI channel of the pad and the sound module match.

Is NOTE # (Note Number) in the MIDI parameter group set correctly? Check the note numbers of the MIDI sound module.

Is CURVE (Velocity Curve) in the SOUND parameter group inappropriate? Make appropriate settings for the Velocity Curve parameter.

When playing external MIDI sound modules

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• The sound is too softIs GT TIME (Gate Time) set too low?

If you are playing a sound with a soft attack, set a longer Gate Time.Is TRIG SENS in the SYSTEM parameter group too low?

Set Velocity Seneitivity to an appropriate value.

• The volume does not change in response to playing dynamicsIs CURVE in the SOUND parameter group set to “Const”?

Set Velocity Curve to an appropriate value.

• The note duration of the MIDI sound module does not change even though youadjusted GT TIMEDoes the MIDI sound module recognize Note Off messages? Or has it been set to a mode in which

it does not recognize Note Off messages? Refer to the operation manual of the MIDI sound module.

• When you select a Patch, the sound of the MIDI sound module also changesHas PGM CH (Program Change) in the MIDI parameter group been set for a pad?

Set Program Change to “OFF” .

• The MIDI sound module does not change sounds in response to ProgramChange messagesIs PGM CH in the MIDI parameter group set to “OFF”?

Make Program Change settings.Are the MIDI Channel of the pad and the MIDI channel of the MIDI sound module set

appropriately?Check the MIDI Channel of the pad and the MIDI channel of the MIDI sound module.

Is the MIDI sound module able to respond to Program Change messages? Or is it set to a mode in which it does not recognize Program Change messages? Refer to the operation manual of the MIDI sound module.

• Two sounds are playedIs the Layer function set to On? Turn the Layer function off.

• When the pad is struck, the sound is intermittentIs the Gate Time set to ALT? Set the Gate Time to something other than ALT.

When playing the internal sound generator of the SPD-20X

• No soundDoes the Basic Channel of the SPD-20X match the MIDI Channel of the external MIDI device?

Set both devices to the same channel.

The receive channel for program change and control change is channel 10.MEMO

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Is the layer function on? When the layer function is on, note messages assigned to pad bank B will be ignored. Turn the layer function off.

Is the Instrument you wish to play assigned to a pad? Assign the Instrument to a pad.

Is the Note Number set correctly? The SPD-20X will not produce sound if it receives a Note Number which has not been assigned to a pad.Modify the Note Number, or select a Patch which has different note numbers assigned to it.

• The footswitch does not workIs the footswitch connected correctly?

Connect the footswitch properly.

When a footswitch is connected

• The internal sound generator does not hold notes when pressedHave you chosen an instrument that can hold tones?

Holding with the internal sound generator is limited to certain specific Instruments.

• The MIDI sound module does not sustain notes when you press the FootswitchIs the Sustain Pedal function set?

Turn on the Sustain Pedal function .Is the MIDI sound module able to respond to Sustain messages?

Refer to the operation manual of the MIDI sound module.

• The Patch you set in a Patch Chain is not selectedIs the Patch Chain set correctly?

Check whether the Patch Chain is set correctly.

Others

Is the SPD-20X in the Play mode?

The Patch Chain function works only in the Play mode.Is the SPD-20X in the Patch Chain Play mode?

While in Patch Chain Play mode, on the top-left screen, 'CHAIN' will be shown, and also a chain number on the top-right screen.

If you do not press [ENTER] after entering all of the Patch Numbers, the Patch Chain setting will notbe saved.

• The effect does not workIs [FX ON/OFF] turned off? Press [FX ON/OFF] to on.Is the FX LEVEL at 0?Set the FX LEVEL to an appropriate level.

Is the FX SEND at 0? Set the FX SEND LEVEL to an appropriate level.

NOTE

• The sound recorded to a sequencer is not the same as that played backAre the pad’s Note Numbers overlapping with those of another pad?

Make all Note Numbers on the pads you are using different.

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Instrument List

S/N Inst No. Name on LCD Original Inst Name Loop Mute Gr HoldDrumsBass Drum (Kick)

S/N Inst No. Name on LCD Original Inst Name Loop Mute Gr Hold001 B01 Dry Kick Dry Kick

002 B02 Dry Mid Kick Dry Medium Kick

003 B03 Dry Hd Kick Dry Hard Kick

004 B04 Meat Kick Meat Kick

005 B05 Pillow Kick Pillow Kick

006 B06 Jazz Kick 1 Jazz Kick 1

007 B07 Jazz Kick 2 Jazz Kick 2

008 B08 Maple Kick Maple Kick

009 B09 Real Kick Real Kick

010 B10 VintageKick1 Vintage Kick 1

011 B11 VintageKick2 Vintage Kick 2

012 B12 26"Deep Kick 26" Deep Kick

013 B13 Medium Kick Medium Kick

014 B14 Oyster Kick Oyster Kick

015 B15 Open Kick Open Kick

016 B16 Big L Kick Big Low Kick

017 B17 Wood B Kick Wood Beater Kick

018 B18 Deep Kick Deep Kick

019 B19 Room Kick 1 Room Kick 1

020 B20 Room Kick 2 Room Kick 2

021 B21 Reverb Kick Reverb Kick

022 B22 Deep R Kick Deep Reverb Kick

023 B23 Mondo Kick Mondo Kick

024 B24 Mondo D Kick Mondo Deep Kick

025 B25 Mondo R Kick Mondo Reverb Kick

026 B26 Solid Kick Solid Kick

027 B27 Reverb SKick Reverb Solid Kick

028 B28 House Kick House Kick

029 B29 Dance Kick Dance Kick

030 B30 Deep D Kick Deep Dance Kick

031 B31 Rap Kick 1 Rap Kick 1

032 B32 Rap Kick 2 Rap Kick 2

033 B33 PlasticKick1 Plastic Kick 1

034 B34 PlasticKick2 Plastic Kick 2

035 B35 Gabba Kick Gabba Kick

036 B36 Jungle Kick Jungle Kick

037 B37 E Kick 1 Electronic Kick 1

038 B38 E Kick 2 Electronic Kick 2

039 B39 808 Kick 1 TR-808 Kick 1

040 B40 808 Kick 2 TR-808 Kick 2

041 B41 808 Kick 3 TR-808 Kick 3

042 B42 808 E Kick 808 Electronic Kick

043 B43 808 B Kick 1 808 Boom Kick 1

044 B44 808 B Kick 2 808 Boom Kick 2

045 B45 909 Kick 1 TR-909 Kick 1

046 B46 909 Kick 2 TR-909 Kick 2

047 B47 909 Kick 3 TR-909 Kick 3

048 B48 909 HardKick 909 Hard Kick

049 B49 606 D Kick TR-606 Distortion Kick

050 B50 CR-78 Kick CR-78 Kick

Snare Drum051 S01 Piccolo Soft Piccolo Snare Soft

052 S02 Piccolo Hard Piccolo Snare Hard

053 S03 Piccolo Rim Piccolo Snare Rim Shot

054 S04 Beech SnareS Beech Snare Soft

055 S05 Beech SnareH Beech Snare Hard

056 S06 Beech SnareR Beech Snare Rim Shot

057 S07 Aco Snare S Acoustic Snare Soft

058 S08 Aco Snare H Acoustic Snare Hard

059 S09 Aco Snare R Acoustic Snare Rim Shot

060 S10 Steel SnareS Steel Snare Soft

061 S11 Steel SnareH Steel Snare Hard

062 S12 Steel SnareR Steel Snare Rim Shot

063 S13 Loose SnareS Loose Snare Soft

064 S14 Loose SnareH Loose Snare Hard

065 S15 Loose SnareR Loose Snare Rim Shot

066 S16 Med Snare S1 Medium Snare 1 Soft

067 S17 Med Snare H1 Medium Snare 1 Hard

068 S18 Med Snare R1 Medium Snare 1 Rim Shot

069 S19 Med Snare S2 Medium Snare 2 Soft

070 S20 Med Snare H2 Medium Snare 2 Hard

071 S21 Med Snare R2 Medium Snare 2 Rim Shot

072 S22 Con Snare S Concert Snare Soft Exc 1

073 S23 Con Snare H Concert Snare Hard Exc 1

074 S24 Con Snare R Concert Snare Rim Shot Exc 1

075 S25 Con Snare RL Concert Snare Roll Exc 1

076 S26 Con Snare Bu Concert Snare Buzz Exc 1

077 S27 Roll Snare Roll Snare

078 S28 Brass S Soft Brass Snare Soft

079 S29 Brass S Hard Brass Snare Hard

080 S30 Ring S Soft Ring Snare Soft

081 S31 Ring S Hard Ring Snare Hard

082 S32 High P Snare High Piccolo Snare

083 S33 Med FatSnare Medium Fat Snare

084 S34 TD-7 A Snare TD-7 Acoustic Snare

085 S35 Real Snare Real Snare

086 S36 L.A Snare L.A. Snare

087 S37 LA Fat Snare L.A. Fat Snare

088 S38 Fat Snare Fat Snare

089 S39 BrshRLSnare1 Brush Roll Snare 1 Exc 2

090 S40 BrshRLSnare2 Brush Roll Snare 2 Exc 2

091 S41 BrshSW Snare Brush Swish Snare Exc 2

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S/N Inst No. Name on LCD Original Inst Name Loop Mute Gr Hold S/N Inst No. Name on LCD Original Inst Name Loop Mute Gr Hold092 S42 BrshSLSnare1 Brush Slap Snare 1

093 S43 BrshSLSnare2 Brush Slap Snare 2

094 S44 BrshSLSnare3 Brush Slap Snare 3

095 S45 BrshSLSnare4 Brush Slap Snare 4

096 S46 Rock Snare Rock Snare

097 S47 Rocker Snare Rocker Snare

098 S48 Rockin'Snare Rockin' Snare

099 S49 Rock L Snare Rock Light Snare

100 S50 Rock Snare R Rock Rim Shot Snare

101 S51 RockSptSnare Rock Splatter Snare

102 S52 Light Snare Light Snare

103 S53 Big S Snare Big Shot Snare

104 S54 Hyper Snare Hyper Snare

105 S55 Splat Snare Splatter Snare

106 S56 SuperL Snare Super Light Snare

107 S57 SuperW Snare Super Whack Snare

108 S58 CrackerSnare Cracker Snare

109 S59 Cruddy Snare Cruddy Snare

110 S60 Dopin' Snare Dopin' Snare

111 S61 House Snare House Snare

112 S62 HouseD Snare House Dopin' Snare

113 S63 ReggaeSnare1 Reggae Snare 1

114 S64 ReggaeSnare2 Reggae Snare 2

115 S65 Swing Snare Swing Snare

116 S66 90's Snare 90's Snare

117 S67 DigitalSnare Digital Snare

118 S68 FX Snare FX Snare

119 S69 Rage Snare Rage Snare

120 S70 JungleTSnare Jungle Tiny Snare

121 S71 JungleSnareR Jungle Rim Snare

122 S72 E Snare 1 Electronic Snare 1

123 S73 E Snare 2 Electronic Snare 2

124 S74 808 Snare1 TR-808 Snare 1

125 S75 808 Snare2 TR-808 Snare 2

126 S76 909 Snare TR-909 Snare

127 S77 707 Snare TR-707 Snare

128 S78 606 Snare TR-606 Snare

129 S79 CR78 Snare CR-78 Snare

130 S80 AmbienXStick Ambient Cross Stick

131 S81 Hall XStick Hall Cross Stick

132 S82 AnalogXStick Analog Cross Stick

133 S83 Ragga XStick Ragga Cross Stick

134 S84 808 XStick TR-808 Cross Stick

135 S85 909 XStick TR-909 Cross Stick

136 S86 CR78 XStick CR-78 Cross Stick

Tom-Tom137 T01 Big Tom S1 Big Tom 1 Soft

138 T02 Big Tom H1 Big Tom 1 Hard

139 T03 Big Tom S2 Big Tom 2 Soft

140 T04 Big Tom H2 Big Tom 2 Hard

141 T05 StudioTom S1 Studio Tom 1 Soft

142 T06 StudioTom H1 Studio Tom 1 Hard

143 T07 StudioTom S2 Studio Tom 2 Soft

144 T08 StudioTom H2 Studio Tom 2 Hard

145 T09 Jazz Tom S1 Jazz Tom 1 Soft

146 T10 Jazz Tom H1 Jazz Tom 1 Hard

147 T11 Jazz Tom S2 Jazz Tom 2 Soft

148 T12 Jazz Tom H2 Jazz Tom 2 Hard

149 T13 VintageTomS1 Vintage Tom 1 Soft

150 T14 VintageTomH1 Vintage Tom 1 Hard

151 T15 VintageTomS2 Vintage Tom 2 Soft

152 T16 VintageTomH2 Vintage Tom 2 Hard

153 T17 DoubleHdTom1 Double Head Tom 1

154 T18 DoubleHdTom2 Double Head Tom 2

155 T19 Fusion Tom 1 Fusion Tom 1

156 T20 Fusion Tom 2 Fusion Tom 2

157 T21 Real Tom 1 Real Tom 1

158 T22 Real Tom 2 Real Tom 2

159 T23 Birch Tom 1 Birch Tom 1

160 T24 Birch Tom 2 Birch Tom 2

161 T25 Bowl Tom 1 Bowl Tom 1

162 T26 Bowl Tom 2 Bowl Tom 2

163 T27 Room Tom 1 Room Tom 1

164 T28 Room Tom 2 Room Tom 2

165 T29 AcousticTom1 Acoustic Tom 1

166 T30 AcousticTom2 Acoustic Tom 2

167 T31 Rock Tom 1 Rock Tom 1

168 T32 Rock Tom 2 Rock Tom 2

169 T33 BrushSLTom 1 Brush Slap Tom 1

170 T34 BrushSLTom 2 Brush Slap Tom 2

171 T35 E Tom Electronic Tom

172 T36 2-Tone E Tom 2-Tone Electronic Tom

173 T37 Bright E Tom Bright Electronic Tom

174 T38 808 Tom TR-808 Tom

175 T39 909 Tom TR-909 Tom

176 T40 909 WhackTom 909 Whack Tom

Hi-Hat Cymbal177 h01 Pop CloseHH1 Pop Closed Hi-Hat Inner Exc 31

178 h02 Pop CloseHH2 Pop Closed Hi-Hat Outer Exc 31

179 h03 Pop OpenHH1 Pop Open Hi-Hat Inner Exc 31

180 h04 Pop OpenHH2 Pop Open Hi-Hat Outer Exc 31

181 h05 Pop PedalHH Pop Pedal Hi-Hat Exc 31

182 h06 RealCloseHH1 Real Closed Hi-Hat Inner Exc 31

183 h07 RealCloseHH2 Real Closed Hi-Hat Outer Exc 31

184 h08 Real OpenHH1 Real Open Hi-Hat Inner Exc 31

185 h09 Real OpenHH2 Real Open Hi-Hat Outer Exc 31

186 h10 Real PedalHH Real Pedal Hi-Hat Exc 31

187 h11 BrushCloseHH Brush Closed Hi-Hat Exc 31

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S/N Inst No. Name on LCD Original Inst Name Loop Mute Gr Hold S/N Inst No. Name on LCD Original Inst Name Loop Mute Gr Hold188 h12 BrushOpenHH Brush Open Hi-Hat Exc 31

189 h13 PureCloseHH1 Pure Closed Hi-Hat Inner Exc 31

190 h14 PureCloseHH2 Pure Closed Hi-Hat Outer Exc 31

191 h15 Pure HOpenHH Pure Half Open Hi-Hat Exc 31

192 h16 Pure OpenHH Pure Open Hi-Hat Exc 31

193 h17 HeavyCloseHH Heavy Closed Hi-Hat Exc 31

194 h18 HeavyOpen HH Heavy Open Hi-Hat Exc 31

195 h19 MedCloseHH Medium Closed Hi-Hat Exc 31

196 h20 Med OpenHH Medium Open Hi-Hat Exc 31

197 h21 Tamb CloseHH Tambourine Closed Hi-Hat Exc 31

198 h22 Tamb OpenHH Tambourine Open Hi-Hat Exc 31

199 h23 WheelCloseHH Wheel Closed Hi-Hat Exc 31

200 h24 WheelOpenHH Wheel Open Hi-Hat Exc 31

201 h25 WheelPedalHH Wheel Pedal Hi-Hat Exc 31

202 h26 808 CloseHH1 TR-808 Closed Hi-Hat Inner Exc 31

203 h27 808 CloseHH2 TR-808 Closed Hi-Hat Outer Exc 31

204 h28 808 OpenHH1 TR-808 Open Hi-Hat Inner Exc 31

205 h29 808 OpenHH2 TR-808 Open Hi-Hat Outer Exc 31

206 h30 909 CloseHH TR-909 Closed Hi-Hat Exc 31

207 h31 909 OpenHH TR-909 Open Hi-Hat Exc 31

208 h32 CR78 CloseHH CR-78 Closed Hi-Hat Exc 31

209 h33 CR78 OpenHH CR-78 Open Hi-Hat Exc 31

Hi-Hat Cymbal (for Pedal Control) 210 H01 Pop HH 1 Pop Hi-Hat Inner Exc 31

211 H02 Pop HH 2 Pop Hi-Hat Outer Exc 31

212 H03 Real HH 1 Real Hi-Hat Inner Exc 31

213 H04 Real HH 2 Real Hi-Hat Outer Exc 31

214 H05 Brush HH Brush Hi-Hat Exc 31

215 H06 Pure HH 1 Pure Hi-Hat Inner Exc 31

216 H07 Pure HH 2 Pure Hi-Hat Outer Exc 31

217 H08 Heavy HH Heavy Hi-Hat Exc 31

218 H09 Medium HH Medium Hi-Hat Exc 31

219 H10 Wheel HH Wheel Hi-Hat Exc 31

220 H11 808 HH 1 TR-808 Hi-Hat Inner Exc 31

221 H12 808 HH 2 TR-808 Hi-Hat Outer Exc 31

222 H13 909 HH TR-909 Hi-Hat Exc 31

223 H14 CR78 HH CR-78 Hi-Hat Exc 31

224 H15 Chenchen HH Chenchen Hi-Hat Exc 31

225 H16 Shekere HH Shekere Hi-Hat Exc 31

226 H17 HandCymbalHH Hand Cymbal Hi-Hat Exc 31

Crash/Ride Cymbal227 C01 Crash C1 Crash Cymbal 1

228 C02 Crash C2 Crash Cymbal 2

229 C03 QuickCrash C Quick Crash Cymbal

230 C04 Crash C Soft Crash Cymbal Soft

231 C05 China C1 Chinese Cymbal 1

232 C06 China C2 Chinese Cymbal 2

233 C07 China C3 Chinese Cymbal 3

234 C08 China Sizzle Sizzle Chinese Cymbal

235 C09 Splash C1 Splash Cymbal 1

236 C10 Splash C2 Splash Cymbal 2

237 C11 Pgy Crach C1 Pgy Crash Cymbal 1

238 C12 Pgy Crach C2 Pgy Crash Cymbal 2

239 C13 Pgy China C Pgy Chinese Cymbal

240 C14 Pgy Splash C Pgy Splash Cymbal

241 C15 Ride C1 Ride Cymbal 1

242 C16 Ride Bell C1 Ride Bell Cymbal 1

243 C17 Ride C2 Ride Cymbal 2

244 C18 Ride Bell C2 Ride Bell Cymbal 2

245 C19 Ride C3 Ride Cymbal 3

246 C20 Ride Bell C3 Ride Bell Cymbal 3

247 C21 Sizzle 1 Sizzle Ride Cymbal 1

248 C22 SizzleBell 1 Sizzle Ride Bell Cymbal 1

249 C23 Sizzle 2 Sizzle Ride Cymbal 2

250 C24 SizzleBell 2 Sizzle Ride Bell Cymbal 2

251 C25 Sizzle 3 Sizzle Ride Cymbal 3

252 C26 SizzleBell 3 Sizzle Ride Bell Cymbal 3

253 C27 Pgy Ride 1 Pgy Ride Cymbal 1

254 C28 Pgy Ride 2 Pgy Ride Cymbal 2

255 C29 Brush Crash Brush Crash Cymbal

256 C30 Brush Sizzle Brush Sizzle Crash Cymbal

257 C31 Brush Ride Brush Ride Cymbal

258 C32 Brush RideSz Brush Sizzle Ride Cymbal

259 C33 Hand Cymbals Hand Cymbals

260 C34 MalletCymbal Mallet Cymbal

261 C35 808 Cymbal TR-808 Cymbal

262 C36 606 Cymbal TR-606 Cymbal

PercussionLatin Percussion

263 L01 R8 Bong H R-8 Bongo High

264 L02 R8 Bong L R-8 Bongo Low

265 L03 Bongo High Bongo High

266 L04 Bongo Low 1 Bongo Low 1

267 L05 Bongo Low 2 Bongo Low 2

268 L06 R8CongaMuteH R-8 Conga High Mute

269 L07 R8CongaOpenH R-8 Conga High Open

270 L08 R8CongaOpenL R-8 Conga Low Open

271 L09 Conga Mute H Conga High Mute

272 L10 Conga Slap H Conga High Slap

273 L11 Conga Open H Conga High Open

274 L12 CongaOpen L1 Conga Low Open 1

275 L13 CongaOpen L2 Conga Low Open 2

276 L14 Cowbell 1 Cowbell 1

277 L15 Cowbell 2 Cowbell 2

278 L16 Cowbell 3 Cowbell 3

279 L17 Cowbell 4 Cowbell 4

280 L18 Cowbell 5 Cowbell 5

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S/N Inst No. Name on LCD Original Inst Name Loop Mute Gr Hold S/N Inst No. Name on LCD Original Inst Name Loop Mute Gr Hold281 L19 Claves 1 Claves 1

282 L20 Claves 2 Claves 2

283 L21 Guiro Short Guiro Short Exc 3

284 L22 Guiro Long Guiro Long Exc 3

285 L23 Maracas Maracas

286 L24 Shaker 1 Shaker 1

287 L25 Shaker 2 Shaker 2

288 L26 Shaker 3 Shaker 3

289 L27 Tambourine 1 Tambourine 1

290 L28 Tambourine 2 Tambourine 2

291 L29 Timbale High Timbale High

292 L30 TimbaleRimH Timbale High Rim Shot

293 L31 Timbale Low Timbale Low

294 L32 TimbalePaila Timbale Paila

295 L33 Vibra Slap Vibra Slap

296 L34 Agogo 1 High Agogo 1 High

297 L35 Agogo 1 Low Agogo 1 Low

298 L36 Agogo 2 High Agogo 2 High

299 L37 Agogo 2 Low Agogo 2 Low

300 L38 Agogo 3 Agogo 3

301 L39 Cabasa Cabasa

302 L40 TDCuicaMute1 TD-10 Cuica Mute 1 Exc 4

303 L41 TDCuicaMute2 TD-10 Cuica Mute 2 Exc 4

304 L42 TDCuica Open TD-10 Cuica Open Exc 4

305 L43 Cuica Mute 1 Cuica Mute 1 Exc 5

306 L44 Cuica Mute 2 Cuica Mute 2 Exc 5

307 L45 Cuica Open Cuica Open Exc 5

308 L46 PandeirMute1 Pandeiro 1 Mute Exc 6

309 L47 PandeirSlap1 Pandeiro 1 Slap Exc 6

310 L48 PandeirOpen1 Pandeiro 1 Open Exc 6

311 L49 PandeirMute2 Pandeiro 2 Mute Exc 7

312 L50 PandeirSlap2 Pandeiro 2 Slap Exc 7

313 L51 PandeirOpen2 Pandeiro 2 Open Exc 7

314 L52 Pandeiro 3 Pandeiro 3

315 L53 R8Surudo Rim R-8 Surdo Rim

316 L54 R8SurudoMute R-8 Surdo Mute Exc 8

317 L55 R8SurudoOpen R-8 Surdo Open Exc 8

318 L56 Surdo Mute Surdo Mute Exc 9

319 L57 Surdo Open Surdo Open Exc 9

320 L58 TamborimMute Tamborim 1 Mute

321 L59 TamborimSlap Tamborim 1 Slap

322 L60 TamborimOpen Tamborim 1 Open

323 L61 TamborimOpn2 Tamborim 2 Open

324 L62 TDWhistle S TD-10 Samba Whistle Short Exc 10

325 L63 TDWhistle L TD-10 Samba Whistle Long Exc 10

326 L64 WhistleShort Samba Whistle Short Exc 11

327 L65 Whistle Long Samba Whistle Long Exc 11

328 L66 Caxixi Caxixi

329 L67 BerimbauMute Berimbau Mute Exc 12

330 L68 BerimbauOpen Berimbau Open Exc 12

331 L69 Berimbau Up Berimbau Up Exc 12

332 L70 BerimbauDown Berimbau Down Exc 12

333 L71 Caixa Mute Caixa Mute

334 L72 Caixa O Soft Caixa Open Soft

335 L73 Caixa O Hard Caixa Open Hard

336 L74 Caixa Roll Caixa Roll

337 L75 Rain Stick Rain Stick

338 L76 SambaBateria Samba Bateria

339 L77 Samba Loop Samba Loop ● Exc 30 ●

340 L78 Shaker Loop Shaker Loop ● Exc 30 ●

Indian Percussion341 i01 Sarna Bell Sarna Bell

342 i02 Baya 1 Slide Baya 1 Slide Exc 13

343 i03 Baya 1 Gin Baya 1 Gin Exc 13

344 i04 Baya 1 Ka Baya 1 Ka Exc 13

345 i05 Baya 1 Ge Baya 1 Ge Exc 13

346 i06 Baya 2 Ge Baya 2 Ge Exc 13

347 i07 Tabla 1 Na Tabla 1 Na Exc 14

348 i08 Tabla 1 Tin Tabla 1 Tin Exc 14

349 i09 Tabla 1 Tun Tabla 1 Tun Exc 14

350 i10 Tabla 1 Ti Tabla 1 Ti Exc 14

351 i11 Tabla 2 Te Tabla 2 Te Exc 14

352 i12 Tabla 2 Na 1 Tabla 2 Na 1 Exc 14

353 i13 Tabla 2 Na 2 Tabla 2 Na 2 Exc 14

354 i14 Tabla 2 Tu Tabla 2 Tu Exc 14

355 i15 Pot D Low Pot Drum 1 Low Exc 32

356 i16 Pot D High Pot Drum 1 High Exc 32

357 i17 Pot D Accent Pot Drum 1 Accent

358 i18 Pot D Mute Pot Drum 2 Mute

359 i19 Pot D Long Pot Drum 2 Long Exc 33

360 i20 Pot D Short Pot Drum 2 Short Exc 33

361 i21 Dholak Ga Dholak Ga

362 i22 Dholak Ta Dholak Ta Exc 34

363 i23 Dholak Tun Dholak Tun Exc 34

364 i24 Dholak Na Dholak Na Exc 34

365 i25 Madal Da Madal Da

366 i26 Madal Din Madal Din Exc 35

367 i27 Madal Ta Madal Ta Exc 35

368 i28 Khole Khole

369 i29 Dhol 1 Dhol 1 Exc 15

370 i30 Dhol 2 Dhol 2 Exc 15

371 i31 Dhol 3 Dhol 3 Exc 16

372 i32 Dhol 4 Dhol 4 Exc 16

373 i33 Tabla B Loop Tabla Baya Loop ● Exc 30 ●

African/Middle Eastern/Australian/Other Percussion374 F01 Shekere Shekere

375 F02 Djembe 1 Cen Djembe 1 Center

376 F03 Djembe 1 Rim Djembe 1 Rim

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S/N Inst No. Name on LCD Original Inst Name Loop Mute Gr Hold S/N Inst No. Name on LCD Original Inst Name Loop Mute Gr Hold377 F04 Djembe 2 Djembe 2

378 F05 Djembe 3 Djembe 3

379 F06 Djembe 4 Djembe 4

380 F07 TalkingDDown Talking Drum 1 Down Exc 17

381 F08 TalkingD Up Talking Drum 1 Up Exc 17

382 F09 TalkingD 2 Talking Drum 2

383 F10 AfroD Open 1 Afro Drum Open 1

384 F11 AfroD Open 2 Afro Drum Open 2

385 F12 AfroD Flam Afro Drum Flam

386 F13 AfroD Rattle Afro Drum Rattle

387 F14 Castanets Mt Metal Castanets

388 F15 Bell Tree Bell Tree

389 F16 Sagat Closed Sagat Closed Exc 18

390 F17 Sagat Open Sagat Open Exc 18

391 F18 Darbuka1 Dom Darbuka 1 Dom

392 F19 Darbuka1 Tak Darbuka 1 Tak

393 F20 Darbuka 2 Darbuka 2

394 F21 Doira Dun Doira Dun

395 F22 Doira Tik Doira Tik

396 F23 Doholla Dom Doholla Dom

397 F24 Doholla Sak Doholla Sak

398 F25 Doholla Tak Doholla Tak

399 F26 Doholla Roll Doholla Roll Exc 19

400 F27 Doholla Stop Doholla Stop Exc 19

401 F28 Rek Dom Rek Dom

402 F29 Rek Tek Rek Tek

403 F30 Rek Open Rek Open

404 F31 Rek Trill Rek Trill

405 F32 Bendir Bendir

406 F33 Dawul Dawul

407 F34 Clapstick Clapstick

408 F35 Boomerang Boomerang

409 F36 Bloom Bell Bloom Bell

410 F37 Afro Loop Afro Loop ● Exc 30 ●

Japanese/Korean/Chinese/Southeast Asian Percussion411 J01 Biwa Biwa

412 J02 Atarigane Atarigane

413 J03 Hyoshigi Hyoshigi

414 J04 Ohkawa Ohkawa

415 J05 Tsuzumi 1H Tsuzumi 1 High

416 J06 Tsuzumi 1L Tsuzumi 1 Low

417 J07 Tsuzumi 2 Tsuzumi 2

418 J08 ShimeTaiko 1 Shime Taiko 1

419 J09 ShimeTaiko 2 Shime Taiko 2

420 J10 MatsuriTaiko Matsuri Taiko

421 J11 MatsuriT Rim Matsuri Taiko Rim

422 J12 Taiko 1 Taiko 1

423 J13 Taiko 2 Taiko 2

424 J14 Taiko Rim Taiko Rim

425 J15 Matsuri Matsuri

426 J16 Yyoo Dude Yyoo Dude

427 J17 Buk Buk

428 J18 Buk Rim Buk Rim

429 J19 Jang-Gu Jang-Gu

430 J20 Jing Mute Jing Mute Exc 28

431 J21 Jing Soft Jing Soft Exc 28

432 J22 Jing Hard Jing Hard Exc 28

433 J23 Gengari Mute Gengari Mute Exc 29

434 J24 Gengari Soft Gengari Soft Exc 29

435 J25 Gengari Hard Gengari Hard Exc 29

436 J26 Ban Gu 1 Ban Gu 1

437 J27 Ban Gu 2 Ban Gu 2

438 J28 Ban Gu 3 Ban Gu 3

439 J29 Gu Roll Gu Roll Exc 20

440 J30 Gu High Gu High Exc 20

441 J31 Tang G Mute Tang Gu Mute Exc 21

442 J32 Tang Gu Tang Gu Exc 21

443 J33 HuYinLuoMute Hu Yin Luo Mute Exc 22

444 J34 Hu Y Luo Hu Yin Luo Exc 22

445 J35 Nao Bo Nao Bo

446 J36 Xiao Bo Xiao Bo

447 J37 Small T Tam Small Tam-Tam

448 J38 Large T Tam Large Tam-Tam

449 J39 Large Gong Large Gong

450 J40 Small Gong Small Gong

451 J41 Tiny Gong Tiny Gong

452 J42 Bend Gong Bend Gong

453 J43 FingerCymbal Finger Cymbal

454 J44 Rama Cymbal Rama Cymbal

455 J45 ChenC Closed Chenchen Closed Exc 23

456 J46 ChenC Open Chenchen Open Exc 23

457 J47 BaliC Closed Bali Cymbal Closed Exc 24

458 J48 BaliC Open Bali Cymbal Open Exc 24

459 J49 Thai Gong Thai Gong

460 J50 Jaws H Open Jaws Harp Open Exc 25

461 J51 Jaws H Wow Jaws Harp Wow Exc 25

Orchestral Percussion462 o01 Sleigh Bell Sleigh Bell

463 o02 Tree Chimes Tree Chimes

464 o03 TriangleMute Triangle Mute Exc 26

465 o04 TriangleOpen Triangle Open Exc 26

466 o05 Castanets Castanets

467 o06 Castanets Ab Castanets Hall Ambience

468 o07 Wood Block Wood Block

469 o08 Slapstick Slapstick

470 o09 Con BD Mute Concert Bass Drum Mute Exc 27

471 o10 Con BD Open Concert Bass Drum Open Exc 27

472 o11 Timpani1Soft Timpani 1 Soft

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S/N Inst No. Name on LCD Original Inst Name Loop Mute Gr Hold S/N Inst No. Name on LCD Original Inst Name Loop Mute Gr Hold473 o12 Timpani1Hard Timpani 1 Hard

474 o13 Timpani 2 Timpani 2

475 o14 Timpani Bend Timpani Bend

476 o15 Church Bell Church Bell ●

477 o16 Perc Hit 1 Percussion Hit 1

478 o17 Perc Hit 2 Percussion Hit 2

479 o18 Perc Hit 3 Percussion Hit 3

480 o19 OrchHit Maj1 Orchestra Hit Major 1

481 o20 OrchHit Maj2 Orchestra Hit Major 2

482 o21 Orch H Dim1 Orchestra Hit Diminish 1

483 o22 Orch H Dim2 Orchestra Hit Diminish 2

484 o23 Orch Hit 1 Orchestra Hit 1

485 o24 Orch Hit 2 Orchestra Hit 2

Melodic Percussion/Melodic Instrument486 M01 Glockenspiel Glockenspiel

487 M02 Vibraphone Vibraphone ●

488 M03 Xylophone Xylophone

489 M04 Marimba 1 Marimba 1

490 M05 Marimba 2 Marimba 2

491 M06 Bass Marimba Bass Marimba

492 M07 Celesta Celesta

493 M08 TubularBell1 Tubular Bells 1 ●

494 M09 TubularBell2 Tubular Bells 2 ●

495 M10 Steel Drum 1 Steel Drum 1

496 M11 Steel Drum 2 Steel Drum 2

497 M12 Sitar Sitar

498 M13 Sitar Gliss Sitar Gliss

499 M14 SantoorUpper Santoor Upper

500 M15 SantoorLower Santoor Lower

501 M16 Tambura Tambura

502 M17 TamburaDrone Tambura Drone ●

503 M18 HammerDUpper Hammer Dulcimer Upper

504 M19 HammerDLower Hammer Dulcimer Lower

505 M20 Kalimba Kalimba

506 M21 Log Drum Log Drum

507 M22 Balaphone Balaphone

508 M23 Afro Zither Afro Zither

509 M24 Yang Qin Yang Qin

510 M25 Bonang Bonang

511 M26 Gender Gender

512 M27 Saron Saron

513 M28 Angklung Angklung

514 M29 Gamelan 1 Gamelan 1

515 M30 Gamelan 2 Gamelan 2

516 M31 Glass Glass

517 M32 Iron Hammer Iron Hammer

518 M33 Bamboo Bamboo

519 M34 Drip Drip

520 M35 Synth Strg 1 Synth Strings 1 ●

521 M36 Synth Strg 2 Synth Strings 2 ●

522 M37 BrassH Short Brass Hit 1 Short

523 M38 BrassH Long Brass Hit 1 Long

524 M39 BrassH Short Brass Hit 2 Short

525 M40 BrassH Long Brass Hit 2 Long

526 M41 BrassH Short Brass Hit 3 Short

527 M42 BrassH Long Brass Hit 3 Long

528 M43 Brass Fall Brass Fall

529 M44 ChoirSoprano Choir Soprano ●

530 M45 Choir Alto Choir Alto ●

531 M46 Choir Bass Choir Bass ●

532 M47 ChoirUnison1 Choir Unison 1 ●

533 M48 ChoirUnison2 Choir Unison 2 ●

534 M49 Choir 5th 1 Choir 5th 1 ●

535 M50 Choir 5th 2 Choir 5th 2 ●

536 M51 Choir 4th 1 Choir 4th 1 ●

537 M52 Choir 4th 2 Choir 4th 2 ●

538 M53 AcousticBass Acoustic Bass

539 M54 FingeredBass Fingered Bass

540 M55 Picked Bass Picked Bass

541 M56 Slap Bass Slap Bass

542 M57 Funky Bass Funky Bass

543 M58 TB-303 Bass TB-303 Bass

544 M59 SH101 Bass SH-101 Bass

Analog Percussion(CR-78, TR-808, etc.)545 A01 DR-55 Claves DR-55 Claves

546 A02 CR78 Cowbell CR-78 Cowbell

547 A03 CR78 MtBeat CR-78 Metallic Beat

548 A04 CR78 Guiro CR-78 Guiro

549 A05 CR78 Tambrin CR-78 Tambourine

550 A06 CR78 Maracas CR-78 Maracas

551 A07 CR78 Bongo CR-78 Bongo

552 A08 CR78 Claves CR-78 Claves

553 A09 707 Cowbell TR-707 Cowbell

554 A10 727 Agogo TR-727 Agogo

555 A11 808 Conga TR-808 Conga

556 A12 808 Claves TR-808 Claves

557 A13 808 Maracas TR-808 Maracas

558 A14 808 Cowbell TR-808 Cowbell

559 A15 808 H Clap TR-808 Hand Clap

560 A16 909 H Clap TR-909 Hand Clap

Sound EffectsDance Sounds

561 D01 Hand Clap 1 Hand Clap 1

562 D02 Hand Clap 2 Hand Clap 2

563 D03 Little Clap Little Clap

564 D04 Hip Clap Hip Clap

565 D05 Afro Clap Afro Clap

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S/N Inst No. Name on LCD Original Inst Name Loop Mute Gr Hold S/N Inst No. Name on LCD Original Inst Name Loop Mute Gr Hold566 D06 Scratch Push Scratch Push

567 D07 Scratch Pull Scratch Pull

568 D08 ScratchStreo Scratch Stereo

569 D09 ScratchPush1 DR-550 Scratch Push

570 D10 ScratchPull1 DR-550 Scratch Pull

571 D11 ScratchPush2 Scratch Bass Drum Push

572 D12 ScratchPull2 Scratch Bass Drum Pull

573 D13 ScratchSnare Scratch Snare

574 D14 Jungle Hat Jungle Hat

575 D15 JungleCymbal Jungle Cymbal

576 D16 Dance Shaker Dance Shaker

577 D17 Tape Rewind Tape Rewind

578 D18 Vinyl Stop Vinyl Stop

579 D19 High-Q 1 High-Q 1

580 D20 High-Q 2 High-Q 2

581 D21 Beam H Q Beam High-Q

582 D22 Air Blip Air Blip

583 D23 Techno Snap Techno Snap

584 D24 Organ Chord Organ Chord

585 D25 Dist Guitar Distortion Guitar

586 D26 Auh Voice Auh Voice

587 D27 Techno Chord Techno Chord

588 D28 Techno Scene Techno Scene

589 D29 Synth Hit Synth Hit

590 D30 Dist Hit Distortion Hit

591 D31 Thin Beef Thin Beef

592 D32 Techno Hit Techno Hit

593 D33 Tao Hit Tao Hit

594 D34 Philly Hit Philly Hit

595 D35 Analog Bird Analog Bird

596 D36 Retro UFO Retro UFO

597 D37 Metal Sweep Metal Sweep

598 D38 Bounce Bounce

599 D39 Dist Swish Distortion Swish

600 D40 PCM Press PCM Press

601 D41 JungleRLKick Jungle Roll Kick

602 D42 JungleRLSnr Jungle Roll Snare

603 D43 Techno Loop Techno Loop ● Exc 30 ●

Artificial Sounds Effects604 E01 Burt Burt

605 E02 Boing 1 Boing 1

606 E03 Boing 2 Boing 2

607 E04 Onkey Onkey

608 E05 Tom Noise Tom Noise

609 E06 Lazer Lazer

610 E07 FeedbackWave Feedback Wave

611 E08 Atmosphere Atmosphere

612 E09 Bend Synth Bend Synth

613 E10 Toy Gun Toy Gun

614 E11 Eddy Eddy

615 E12 R-8 Spark R-8 Spark

616 E13 Rattle Rattle

617 E14 Anvil Anvil

618 E15 Chop Chop

619 E16 Metal 1 Metal 1

620 E17 Metal 2 Metal 2

621 E18 Metal XStick Metal Cross Stick

622 E19 Crash 1 Crash 1

623 E20 Crash 2 Crash 2

624 E21 Explosion Explosion

625 E22 Shot 1 Shot 1

626 E23 Shot 2 Shot 2

627 E24 Shot 3 Shot 3

628 E25 Shot 4 Shot 4

629 E26 Stick Hit Stick Hit

630 E27 NoiseAccent1 Noise Accent 1

631 E28 NoiseAccent2 Noise Accent 2

632 E29 NoiseAccent3 Noise Accent 3

633 E30 NoiseAccent4 Noise Accent 4

634 E31 RandomNoise1 Random Noise 1

635 E32 RandomNoise2 Random Noise 2

636 E33 RandomNoise3 Random Noise 3

637 E34 RandomNoise4 Random Noise 4

638 E35 Slide Slide

639 E36 Uut? Uut?

640 E37 Drop Drop

641 E38 Emergency Emergency

642 E39 Woody 1 Woody 1

643 E40 Woody 2 Woody 2

644 E41 Monster Drum Monster Drum

645 E42 Can Drum Can Drum

646 E43 Wah G Down 1 Wah Guitar Down 1

647 E44 Wah G Up 1 Wah Guitar Up 1

648 E45 Wah G Down 2 Wah Guitar Down 2

649 E46 Wah G Up 2 Wah Guitar Up 2

Nature Sounds, Human Voice650 N01 Telephone 1 Telephone 1

651 N02 Telephone 2 Telephone 2

652 N03 Doorbell Doorbell

653 N04 Dog Bark Dog Bark

654 N05 Bird Bird

655 N06 Car Door Car Door

656 N07 Car Stop Car Stop

657 N08 Horn Horn

658 N09 Punch Punch

659 N10 Glass Crash Glass Crash

660 N11 Door Close Door Close

661 N12 Metallic Lid Metallic Lid

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S/N Inst No. Name on LCD Original Inst Name Loop Mute Gr Hold S/N Inst No. Name on LCD Original Inst Name Loop Mute Gr Hold662 N13 Machine Gun Machine Gun

663 N14 Pistol Pistol

664 N15 Siren Siren

665 N16 DrM Whistle Drum Major Whistle

666 N17 Afro Feet Afro Feet

667 N18 Afro Stomp Afro Stomp

668 N19 Thunder Thunder

669 N20 Stream Stream

670 N21 Snaps Snaps

671 N22 HumanWhistle Human Whistle

672 N23 Oww! Oww!

673 N24 Woa! Woa!

674 N25 Ooh! Ooh!

675 N26 Chiki! Chiki!

676 N27 Hey! Hey!

677 N28 Ou! Ou!

678 N29 Ou! Up Ou! Up

679 N30 Scream Scream

680 N31 Voice Loop Voice Loop ● Exc 30 ●

Ambience, Reversed Sounds681 R01 Kick Amb Kick Ambience

682 R02 Snare Amb Snare Ambience

683 R03 Tom Amb Tom Ambience

684 R04 Concert Amb Concert Ambience

685 R05 Rev B Gong Reverse Bend Gong

686 R06 Rev A Bird Reverse Analog Bird

687 R07 Rev Laser Reverse Laser

688 R08 Rev Boing Reverse Boing

689 R09 Rev BSynth Reverse Bend Synth

690 R10 Rev HQ Reverse High-Q

691 R11 Rev Beat Reverse Beat

692 R12 Rev Gliss Reverse Sitar Gliss

693 R13 Rev Y Dude Reverse Yyoo Dude

694 R14 Rev Ambience Reverse Ambience

695 R15 Rev Clap Reverse Clap

696 R16 Rev Cymbal Reverse Cymbal

697 R17 Rev Kick Reverse Kick

698 R18 Rev Shot Reverse Shot

699 R19 Rev Snare Reverse Snare

700 R20 Rev Tom Reverse Tom

New Indian Sounds701 I01 Mrdngm Tham Mridangam Tham Exc 36

702 I02 Mrdngm Dheem Mridangam Dheem Exc 36

703 I03 Mrdngm Thom Mridangam Thom Exc 37

704 I04 Mrdngm Tha Mridangam Tha Exc 37

705 I05 Mrdngm Nam Mridangam Nam Exc 36

706 I06 Mrdngm Da Mridangam Da Exc 36

707 I07 Mrdngm Dee Mridangam Dee Exc 36

708 I08 Mrdngm Cha Mridangam Cha Exc 36

709 I09 Mrdngm KTTKa Mridangam Ki Ta Tha Ka ● Exc 30 ●

710 I10 KartalSingle Kartal Single Stroke Exc 38

711 I11 KartalRoll 1 Kartal Roll 1 Exc 38

712 I12 Khanjira Cls Khanjira Finger 1 Close Exc 39

713 I13 Khanjira FuH Khanjira Full Hand Open Exc 39

714 I14 Khanjira Op1 Khanjira Finger 1 Open Exc 39

715 I15 Khanjira Op2 Khanjira Finger 2 Open Exc 39

716 I16 Khanjira LP Khanjira Taka Dheeme Taka Janu ● Exc 30 ●

717 I17 MnjraF Close Manjeera Full Close Exc 40

718 I18 MnjraH Close Manjeera Half Close Exc 40

719 I19 MnjraRimOpen Manjeera Rim Shot (Open) Exc 40

720 I20 MnjraRimMute Manjeera Rim Shot (Muted) Exc 40

721 I21 GhngroSingle Ghungroo Single Stroke Exc 41

722 I22 Ghungroo RL1 Ghungroo Roll 1 Exc 41

723 I23 IndV Addipa IndVoice Addipa

724 I24 IndV Balle 1 IndVoice Balle Balle1

725 I25 IndV Balle 2 IndVoice Balle Balle2

726 I26 IndV Burrh IndVoice Burrrrrrrrrrrrh

727 I27 IndV ChakDe IndVoice Chak De

728 I28 IndV LaughFe IndVoice Female Laughter

729 I29 IndV HoliHai IndVoice Holi Hai

730 I30 IndV Hoye IndVoice Hoye

731 I31 IndV Hoyex2 IndVoice Hoye Hoye

732 I32 IndV JaiHo IndVoice Jai Ho

733 I33 IndV KukduKd IndVoice Kukdu Kudu

734 I34 IndV BetteFe IndVoice O Bette (Female)

735 I35 IndV BetteMa IndVoice O Bette (Male)

736 I36 IndV Punjabi IndVoice Punjabi

737 I37 IndV Sharabi IndVoice Sharabi

738 I38 IndV ShavaOB IndVoice Shava Oh Balle Balle

739 I39 IndV Shavax2 IndVoice Shava Shava

740 I40 IndV ShuruKG IndVoice Shuru Karega

741 I41 IndV WahBWah IndVoice Wah Bhai Wah

742 I42 Shankh Shankh

743 I43 Whistle 1 Whistle 1 Exc 42

744 I44 Whistle 2 Whistle 2 Exc 42

745 I45 Whistle 3 Whistle 3 Exc 42

Forces Phrase Loop Instruments to stop (Mute)746 MUT Loop Mute Phrase Loop Mute Exc 30

No sound747 OFF Off Off

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Remarks: * : Including Phrase-loop Instruments** : Including New Indian Instruments

No. Patch Name Description Remarks

1 Drums&Shaker Demo Kit *

2 Latin Set Demo Kit *

3 Orchestral Demo Kit

4 Groove Demo Kit *

5 Amazon Demo Kit *

6 Brushes Demo Kit *

7 Delay Demo Kit

8 Dance Chord Demo Kit

9 Indian Demo Kit *

10 Tex-Mex Demo Kit

11 Standard 1 Acoustic Drum Kit

12 Standard 2 Acoustic Drum Kit

13 Big Rock Acoustic Drum Kit

14 Jazz Acoustic Drum Kit

15 Funk Acoustic Drum Kit

16 Power Acoustic Drum Kit

17 Rock Acoustic Drum Kit

18 Electronic Electronic Drum Kit

19 Vintage Hex Electronic Drum Kit

20 TR-909 Electronic Drum Kit

21 TR-808 Electronic Drum Kit

22 CR-78/TR-808 Electronic Drum Kit

23 DanceScratch Electronic Drum Kit

24 Dance Mix Electronic Drum Kit *

25 Techno Electronic Drum Kit

26 Techno Beat Electronic Drum Kit

27 Techno Hit Electronic Drum Kit *

28 Hip Hop Electronic Drum Kit

29 Jungle Electronic Drum Kit *

30 Drums&Synth Electronic Drum Kit

31 Bongo&Conga Cuban Percussion

32 Timbales Cuban Percussion *

33 Cabasa & Cuica Brazilian Percussion

34 Berimbau Brazilian Percussion *

35 Samba Brazilian Percussion *

36 Tabla Baya Indian Percussion

37 Pot Drums Indian Percussion

38 Madal&Dholak Indian Percussion *

39 Sitar Indian Stringed Instrument *

40 Santoor Struck Stringed Instrument

41 Tambura Indian Stringed Instrument

42 African African Percussion *

43 Kalimba African Percussion

44 Balaphone African Percussion

45 Darbuka Arabic Percussion

46 Doholla Arabic Percussion

47 Ham.Dulcimer Struck Stringed Instrument

48 Japanese Japanese Percussion

49 Korean Korean Percussion

50 Chinese Chinese Percussion

51 Yang Qin Struck Stringed Instrument

52 SouthE Asian Southeast Asian Percussion

53 Gamelan Southeast Asian Percussion

54 Timpani Orchestral Percussion

55 Chimes&Bells Orchestral Percussion

56 OrchestraHit Orchestral Percussion

57 Marimba Melodic Percussion

58 Bass Marimba Melodic Percussion

59 Celesta Melodic Percussion

60 Vibraphone Melodic Percussion

61 Xylophone Melodic Percussion

62 TubularBells Melodic Percussion

63 Steel Drum Melodic Percussion

64 Melodic Gong Melodic Sound

65 Oriental Melodic Sound

66 Choir Melodic Sound

67 Choir & Bass Melodic Sound

68 Strings&Bass Melodic Sound

69 Brass Melodic Sound

70 Melodic 1 Melodic Sound

71 Melodic 2 Melodic Sound

72 Melodic 3 Melodic Sound

73 Melodic 4 Melodic Sound

74 Whole Tone Melodic Sound

75 OneShotDelay Sound Effects

76 Chorus+Delay Sound Effects

77 Flanger Rev. Sound Effects

78 Metal Head Sound Effects

79 Chorus Chord Sound Effects

80 Wack-O Sound Effects

81 Flying Sound Effects

82 Crime Scene Sound Effects

83 Holler Sound Effects

84 Voices Sound Effects *

85 Loop Menu Sound Effects *

86 ReversSounds Sound Effects

87 Ambience Sound Effects

88 IndianTechno Indian Demo Kit *, **

89 Devotional Indian Devotional Instruments *, **

90 Delay Disco Electronic Drum Kit

91 Lezhim Indian Devotional Instruments **

92 Bangla Style Indian Demo Kit

93 Dholak Manjr Indian Percussion *

94 Dhol Pattern Indian Vocal & Percussion *, **

95 Duff Maadal Indian Percussion *

96 South Style Indian Percussion **

97 Indian Disco Indian Demo Kit *, **

98 Kit Copy

99 Kit Copy

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GROUP PARAMETER VALUE (DISPLAY)SOUND INST 001 – 747 (Refer to Instrument List)

LEVEL 0 – 15PITCH -24 – 24DECAY -31 – 31PAN L 7 – Center – R7 , RandomCURVE Linear, Exp1 – Exp4, Spl1 – Spl2, Soft1 – Soft4, Hard1

– Hard4, ConstFX SEND 0 – 15

MIDI/PEDAL MIDI CH 1 – 16, OFFNOTE # 1 – 127, OFFGATE TIME 0.1 – 4.0, ALTPGM CH 1 – 128, OFFPEDAL LEVEL 0 – 15FOOT SW Patch Shift, Sustain

FX/UTILITY FX TYPE 1– 23 (Refer to Effect List)FX TIME 1 – 32FX LEVEL 0 – 15EQ ON, OFF

Low Freq 80.0 – 1.00K HzLow Gain -12 – 12 dBLowMid Freq 80.0 – 1.00K HzLowMid Q 1, 2, 4, 6, 16LowMid Gain -12 – 12 dBHiMid Freq 315 – 8.00K HzHiMid Q 1, 2, 4, 6, 16HiMid Gain -12 – 12 dBHi Freq 500 – 8.00K HzHi Gain -12 – 12 dB

COMP ON, OFFThreshold -42 – 0 dBOutputGain 0 – 18 dBRatio 2:1, 3:1, 4:1, 8:1, 100:1Attack 0 – 100Release 0 – 100

NAME A – Z, a – z, 0 – 9, 31 Characters, BlankSYSTEM SD CARD SAVE, SAVE ALL, LOAD, LOAD ALL, DELETE, FORMAT

TRIG SENS 1 – 16TRIG THRESHOLD 0 – 15TRIG TYPE PD-8 , CY-5, CY-8 , KD-7 , KD-9TRIG CURVE -2 – +2FACT. RESET –LCD CONT. 1 – 10

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Roland OCTAPAD SPD-20X

• Pads • ConnectorsBuilt-in Pads: 8 Output Jacks (L/Mono, R)Four external trigger inputs (dual) are provided, Phones Jack (Stereo)allowing you to connect Pads. Trigger Input Jacks (Dual): 3• Maximum Polyphony HH CTRL/TRIG 4 Jack (Dual)128 voices MIDI Connectors (IN, OUT)• Instruments Foot SW Jack (Dual)747 • Power Supply• Memory DC 12 V: AC AdaptorPatches: 99 • Current DrawPatch Chains: 8 1000 mASD card support • Dimensions• Sound Parameters 450 (W) x 361 (D) x 80.6 (H) mmInstrument 17-3/4 (W) x 14-7/32 (D) x 3-3/16 (H) inchesLevel • WeightPitch 3.3kgDecay 8 lbs 10 ozPan (excepting AC adaptor)Curve • AccessoriesEffect Send Level Owner’s Manual• Effects AC AdaptorReverb • OptionsDelay Pads (PD-8, CY-5, CY-8)Chorus Kick Trigger Unit (KD-7, KD-9)Flanger Hi-Hat Control Pedal (FD-8)• Display Footswitch (BOSS FS-5U)2 x 16 LCD Footswitch Cable (PCS-31L)

Pedal Switch (DP-2)Drum Stand (PDS-10)

In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice.

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that has eight pads, trigger interfaces, a high-quality digital soundgenerator, and on-board digital effects.

Since the SPD-20X includes a sound generator and effects in onelight weight, compact package, you can use it anywhere, anytime.A wide variety of options (pads, pedals, drum stand, etc.) areavailable, allowing you to easily create a custom drum kit. Byadding sequencers or samplers, you can take advantage of thepossibilities of MIDI percussion.

The SPD-20X provides the flexibility and expandability that will beappreciated by every percussionist, from beginner to professional.

About the Symbols in This Manual

Words or symbols enclosed in [square brackets] indicate panelbuttons or controls.For example, [LAYER] signifies the Layer button.

Items marked by are supplementary explanations.

Items headed by explain important points concerning theoperation of your SPD-20X.

Items preceded by give you useful tips and informationregarding the use of the SPD-20X.

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