Dynamic hand percussion for stage and studio
The HandSonic HPD-20 is a unique instrument that’s ideal for a wide range of music creators, from percussionists and drummers to electronic dance music performers, composers, and producers. Equipped with the renowned SuperNATURAL sound engine and powerful multi-effects, the HPD-20 offers 850 dynamic sounds, plus the ability to import your own samples via USB flash memory. 13 pads provide ultra-sensitive response and flexible control options for playing onboard sounds and external MIDI instruments with an incredible range of expression. The HPD-20 also excels in computer music applications, where it’s perfect for playing virtual instruments, recording MIDI and audio performances in DAW software, and much more. And with convenient trigger inputs, you can easily expand the HPD-20 with a Roland pad and hi-hat controller to build a super-compact percussion set.
Powerful hand percussion instrument for live performance and studio music production
850 drum and percussion sounds from around the world, along with melodic instruments, tones for modern electronic music, and more
Roland’s acclaimed SuperNATURAL engine delivers unparalleled sound quality and expressiveness
Import up to 500 of your own WAV sounds via USB flash memory and assign them to pads
Deep editing capability allows you to tweak and layer instruments and process tones with three independent multi-effects engines, ambience, and EQ
13 silicone rubber pads provide ultra-sensitive velocity response and a comfortable feel
Dynamic pad assignments let you dampen, mute, and tune sounds for authentic performances of acoustic hand percussion like congas and tabla
Roll button and Realtime Modify knob; D-BEAM for controlling sounds and effects with hand movements
Easily capture performances and ideas with the Quick Rec function and export them as WAV audio files to USB flash memory
Inputs for connecting a Roland pad and hi-hat controller (sold separately) to create a super-compact drum set
USB Computer port for audio/MIDI communication with popular music software, including DAWs and standalone virtual instruments
Pad :
10 inches, 13 sections, Pressure-Sensitive
* An external trigger input is provided, allowing you to connect a pad (sold separately).
Kits :
200
Instruments :
850
Kit Chains :
15 chains (50 steps per chain)
User Instrument :
Number of User Instruments: Maximum 500 (includes factory preloaded user instruments)
Sound Length (total): 12 minutes in mono, 6 minutes in stereo
File Format: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16 bits)
Effects :
Multi-Effects: 3 systems, 25 types
Ambience: 10 types
3-band Kit EQ
Quick Rec :
Resolution: 480 ticks per quarter note
Recording Method: Realtime
Maximum Note Storage: approx. 30,000 notes
Export File Format: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16 bits)
Controllers :
D-BEAM
Realtime Modify knob
Display :
Graphic LCD 64 x 128 dots
Connectors :
OUTPUT (L/MONO, R) jacks: 1/4-inch phone type
PHONES jack: Stereo 1/4-inch phone type
MIX IN jack: Stereo 1/4-inch phone type
TRIG IN jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type
HH CTRL jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type
FOOT SW jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type
MIDI (IN, OUT) connectors
USB COMPUTER port: USB Type B (Audio, MIDI)
USB MEMORY port: USB Type A
DC IN jack
Interface :
Hi-Speed USB (USB Audio, USB MIDI, USB Flash Memory)
Power Supply :
AC Adaptor
Current Draw :
700 mA
Accessories :
Owner's manual
AC adaptor
Options (sold separately) :
Kicks: KD series
Pads: PD series, PDX series, BT-1
Cymbals: CY series
Hi-Hat Control Pedal: FD series
Pad Stand: PDS-10
Carrying Bag: CB-HPD
Foot Switch: BOSS: FS-5U, FS-6
Pedal Switch: DP-2
Personal Drum Monitor: PM-10
USB Flash Memory
* Use USB Flash Memory sold by Roland. We cannot guarantee operation if other products are used.
Size and Weight :
Width
311 mm
12-1/4 inches
Depth
404 mm
15-15/16 inches
Height
102 mm
4-1/16 inches
Weight
2.4 kg
5 lbs. 5 oz.
Brand reference number:
HPD-20
Certified
Verified
