Essential Information About the Roland OCTAPAD SPD-20 PRO Multipad
- Expanded library: over 900 instruments, including numerous world percussion sounds and drum sounds derived from the V-Drums lineage.
- 8 rubber pads with precise triggering, exemplary isolation, and reliable dynamic response both on stage and in the studio.
- Up to 200 kits (100 presets) with "Kit Chain" to chain 16 kits in 16 steps according to your setlist.
- Expandable: 4 stereo Trigger inputs + dedicated hi-hat input to create a complete mini kit; backlit LCD/LED screens and dedicated real-time controls. Designed in Japan.
Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
The direct successor to the legendary SPD-20, the OCTAPAD SPD-20 PRO retains the eight-pad layout and ergonomics praised for over two decades. It preserves the original's sonic DNA while adding modern memory, powerful effects, and a faster interface. Compact and robust, it establishes itself as the quintessential versatile Roland multipad, ready to integrate into any stage or studio setup.
Who This Multipad Is For
Ideal for percussionists and drummers of all levels looking to expand their palette, it is also suitable for keyboardists and live producers. From pop/rock to electro, including world music, Latin music, or hybrid sets, the SPD-20 PRO offers a plug-and-play solution to complement an acoustic drum kit, trigger patterns, or perform a repertoire of ethnic percussion with realism.
Features and Innovations
In addition to the SPD-20's historical sound bank, this PRO version adds numerous premium sounds and dedicated processing per instrument: layer EQ, pad compressor, and assignable outputs. Direct access buttons and the backlit screen speed up editing during performance. The "Pad Link" function allows creative layering (up to four sounds triggered simultaneously), while "Kit Chain" smooths kit changes during a concert. External connectivity is ensured by four stereo Trigger inputs and a hi-hat control input, enabling the construction of a hybrid set or a complete mini kit.
Sound
The library combines carefully sampled world percussion (Asia, Africa, Latin America, etc.) and drum kits inspired by V-Drums modules, delivering precise attack, clear projection, and controlled sustain depending on the instrument. Pad sensitivity and adjustable velocity curves guarantee excellent expressiveness, from pianissimo to accented strokes. Built-in effects (Ambience, Kit EQ and Compressor, plus three multi-effects) refine timbre, sculpt space, and add necessary color without external processing.
Technical Specifications
Pads and Triggers
- Built-in pads: 8
- External Trigger inputs: 4 TRS 1/4" jacks
- Dedicated hi-hat control input: HH CTRL 1/4"
Sound Engine and Kits
- Instruments: 900 or more
- Kits: 200 (100 presets)
- Kit Chain: 16 chains, 16 steps per chain
- Layers: 2 layers per pad; 2 layers x 2 (Head/Rim) per external trigger
Instrument/Pad Parameters
- Volume, Curve, Coarse Tune, Fine Tune, Pedal Bend, Decay, Assignable Output
- Layer EQ, Pad Compressor, Pad Mute Group, Pad Link
Kit Effects
- Ambience: 5 types
- Kit EQ, Kit Compressor
- MFX: 3 processors, 38 types
Display
- Backlit LCD: 2 lines x 16 characters
- LED: 7 segments, 3 characters
Connectivity
- Headphones: stereo 1/4"
- Outputs: OUTPUT L/MONO, R 1/4"
- MIX IN input: stereo 1/4"
- External TRIGGER inputs: TRS 1/4" x 4
- HH CTRL: 1/4"
- FOOT SW: TRS 1/4"
- MIDI: IN, OUT
- USB MEMORY: Type A port
Power Supply
- AC adapter (DC 12 V)
- Consumption: 500 mA
Dimensions and Weight
- Dimensions: 450 (W) x 350 (D) x 72 (H) mm - 17-3/4 (W) x 13-13/16 (D) x 2-7/8 (H) inches
- Weight: 3.7 kg - 8 lb 3 oz (excluding adapter)
Included Accessories
Compatible Options (sold separately)
- Pads: PD, PDX, BT series
- Cymbals: CY series
- Bass drum triggers: KD, KT series
- Hi-hats: VH-11/10; control pedals FD
- Pad stand: PDS series; universal clamp: APC series
- Triggers for acoustic drums: RT series
- Footswitch: FS series (excluding locking models)
- Personal monitoring speakers: PM series
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