Essential Information About the Alesis SamplePad Pro Multipad
- 8 rubber dual-zone pads with LED rims for visual cues on stage and creative mapping.
- 200 built-in sounds and 10 ready-to-play kits, plus import of your own samples via SD card.
- Two pedal inputs (kick drum and hi-hat/switch) to transform the multipad into a mini drum kit.
- Comprehensive connectivity with MIDI In/Out, stereo outputs, 6.35 mm headphone jack, and 3.5 mm auxiliary input with dedicated volume control.
Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
Designed two years after the first SamplePad, the
SamplePad Pro is its "bodybuilt" version. It expands ergonomics and versatility with more pads, more sounds, and SD card playback. It establishes itself as a high-performance multipad with a very competitive price/performance ratio, ideal for enhancing an acoustic drum set or controlling a modern hybrid setup.
Who This Multipad Is For
The SamplePad Pro is suitable for drummers, percussionists, and producers from beginner to advanced levels. Perfect for stage, rehearsals, and home studios, it covers a wide range of styles: pop, rock, electro, hip-hop, world... As a complement to an acoustic drum kit, it triggers samples, loops, and effects; standalone with two pedals, it becomes a compact solution for rehearsing or playing in small ensembles.
Features and Innovations
With its 8 rubber
dual-zone pads, the SamplePad Pro offers 16 assignable zones to multiply articulations (center/edge) and sound layers. The LCD screen facilitates navigation and kit editing, while the LED rims guide your hits in dark environments. The SD card reader accepts your own samples, and USB allows saving up to 20 kits on the card. The two pedal inputs (kick and hi-hat/switch) extend foot control for a more natural and musical playing experience.
Sound
The
200 built-in sounds cover drums, cymbals, Latin and ethnic percussion, as well as electronic elements and FX. The rubber surface provides a quiet and responsive feel, promoting expressive dynamics and precise velocity control. The dual-zone pads allow varying timbres within the same kit (center attack, accents on the edge), while sample import via SD opens the door to fully customized kits to match the mix and style of the moment.
Technical Specifications
Pads and Playability
- 8 rubber dual-zone pads with LED rims
- Realistic rubber surface for optimal playing comfort
- LCD display
Memory and Kits
- 10 pre-programmed kits
- 200 included sounds
- SD card reader
- Ability to save up to 20 kits on the card via USB
Connectivity
- Stereo outputs
- 6.35 mm headphone output
- 3.5 mm stereo auxiliary input with volume control
- MIDI input and output
- 2 pedal inputs: kick drum and hi-hat/switch
Mounting and Accessories
- PAL MODULEMOUNT mounting system (optional)
- Optional pedals
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