Roland SPD-20 User Manual

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). In this case, however, you will only be able to play half as many notes simultaneously (a maxi-
mum of 7). Layering sounds can open the door to creative expression.
Ways to use the Layer function
By assigning different Instruments to pad banks A and B, and setting pad banks A and B to different
Velocity Curves (p. 24), your playing dynamics can be used to cross-fade or switch between the two
sounds.
Velocity Mix: Playing dynamics will determine the mix of the two sounds.
fig.15-a
Velocity Switch: Playing dynamics cause a switch between the two sounds.
fig.15-b
Velocity Crossfade: Playing dynamics produce cross-fades between the two sounds.
fig.15-c
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Velocity
Volume
Pad Bank A
Pad Bank B
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Velocity
Volume
Pad Bank A
Pad Bank B
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Velocity
Volume
Pad Bank A
Pad Bank B
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Roland SPD-20 Specifications

General

Pads	8
MIDI	Yes
Pad Type	Rubber
Power Supply	AC Adapter
Type	Electronic Drum Pad
Instruments	210
Effects	Reverb, EQ
Outputs	Headphones