Roland SPD-30-BK Octapad

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Roland SPD-30-BK Octapad

Roland

SPD-30-BK Octapad

4.8 (42 reviews)

Product Info

Article Number: 280179
Brand: Roland
Model: SPD-30-BK Octapad
Price: $987.80

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The SPD-30-BK is a solid, versatile Octapad, perfect for electronic musicians, loopers, and performers needing a compact, self-contained percussion solution. Its sound editing and looping features are a real boon for creative workflows, though the LCD could be larger. It’s a great tool for adding texture and unique sounds to any live or studio setup.

Product Description

  • Roland SPD-30-BK Octapad
  • Octapad
  • Version 2
  • 8 Playing surfaces
  • Built-in extensive amount of sounds
  • Tone editing of sound: tuning
  • damping
  • attack
  • pitch sweep
  • Integrated 30 types of multi effects
  • limiter and seven ambience sound variations
  • Additional 4 dual trigger inputs as well as one hi-hat controler input
  • 600 Programmable sounds
  • storable on 99 sets
  • Built-in looper
  • 160 x 160 Pixel graphic
  • back light LCD
  • Width: 541 mm
  • Depth: 272 mm
  • Heigth: 88 mm
  • Weight: 3.8 kg
  • Black version
  • Optional suitable bag: Art.#409195#
  • Optional suitable case: Art.#294621#
PROS
  • • Excellent sound editing capabilities offer nuanced tonal shaping.
  • • The dual-trigger inputs allow for complex, realistic hi-hat patterns.
  • • Built-in looper simplifies on-the-fly beat creation and layering.
  • • Compact size and relatively light weight (3.8 kg) enhance portability.
CONS
  • • The 160x160 pixel LCD screen can feel cramped for detailed editing.
  • • Limited pad sensitivity range compared to higher-end drum modules.
  • • Sound library, while extensive, could benefit from more modern percussion sounds.

Key Features

Pads 8 velocity-sensitive rubber pads with dual-trigger capability
Sounds 600 sounds, encompassing acoustic and electronic percussion
Sampling User sampling via external input, allowing for custom sound integration
Connections 4 dual trigger inputs, 1 hi-hat control input, stereo outputs, mic input
USB/MIDI USB port for MIDI connectivity and firmware updates
Weight 3.8 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

The rubber pads offer a distinct feel; they're less bouncy than mesh pads but provide a consistent, reliable trigger.
Yes, you can sample via the external input, and it supports standard .wav files, making it easy to import custom sounds.
It's a robust looper, capable of layering multiple sounds and building complex rhythmic structures for performance, though longer loops may require careful management.

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