Roland Octapad SPD-20X - CHAPTER 2 Using the SPD-20 X by Itself; Internal Setup and Parameter Settings (Edit); What Kind of Instrument Is the SPD-20 X; Internal Organization

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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 Generating
section
Eects section
FX SEND
FX LEVEL
Local Control
On/O
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