Roland TD-20 Percussion Sound Module

Roland TD-20 Percussion Sound Module represents a giant leap forward in V-Drums technology. This flagship module boasts incredible sound quality, all-new sounds and unsurpassed expressiveness. The COSM® modeling-based V-Editing is also enhanced, giving drummers impressive new cymbal control, adjustable snare drum buzz and kick beater selection. Factor in a new digital output and an expansion slot for future upgrades, and the TD-20 is simply the best percussion sound module Roland has ever made.

Features

The Best Sounds and Expressiveness
Without a doubt, the TD-20 is Roland's best-sounding percussion module ever with over 500 new sounds, plus superb expressiveness and dynamic range when used with the PD-125BK/105BK V-Pads and VH-12 V-Hi-Hat. Superior sensitivity lets drummers play more naturally and without having to adjust their playing technique. For example, rim shot and bass drum sounds can be varied depending on how they are played. And with Roland's new interval control technology, drummers can create more realistic snare rolls and cymbal swells. Close your eyes and you'll swear you're playing the real thing!

Advanced V-Editing
Vastly expanded for unlimited expression, the TD-20's modeling-based V-Editing starts from careful analysis of an entirely new set of drum sounds. From there, drummers are free to change parameters like the cymbal size, along with the type of "sizzle" (i.e. rivets or chain), and the microphone position. Several types of kick beaters can also be selected, including felt, wood and plastic. The TD-20 can even model snare drum "buzz" (the resonance created on the tom and bass drum) for startling realism. It's the subtle nuances like these that really make the difference during performance and recording.

Enhanced Performance Features
Whether used live or in the studio, the TD-20 offers a host of powerful features designed to make life easy. Eight group faders let drummers adjust the relative part levels, while 15 Pad Compressors and Pad EQs make shaping sounds easy. There's also a 6-part sequencer loaded with preset backing patterns and plenty of room for your own, plus onboard effects like Ambience and a Mastering Room for adding compression and EQ to the overall sound. A choice of 10 analog outputs and a S/DPIF digital output offer plenty of options when mixing live or in the studio.

Convenient CompactFlash Storage and More
New to the TD-20 is a CompactFlash slot, which can be used for storing custom drum kits and sequencer patterns with optional memory cards. An expansion bay located on the underside means there's room for upgrades down the road. The TD-20 also features Roland's V-LINK technology. Using an optional DV-7PR Video Presenter from Edirol, drummers can trigger images or change cameras from the pads or kick.

Specification

Sound Generator Variable Drum Modeling

Maximum Polyphony 64 Voices

Instruments Drum Instruments: 560, Backing Instruments: 262

Drum Kits 50

Drum Kit Chains 16 chains (32 steps per chain)

Instrument Parameters V-EDIT (KICK): Shell Depth, Beater Type, Head Type, Head Tuning, Muffling, Snare Buzz, Mic Position
V-EDIT (SNARE): Shell Material, Shell Depth, Head Type, Head Tuning, Muffling, Strainer Adjustment, Mic Position
V-EDIT (TOM): Shell Depth, Head Type, Head Tuning, Muffling, Snare Buzz, Mic Position
V-EDIT (HI-HAT): Cymbal Size, Add Tambourine, Mic Position, Fixed Hi-Hat
V-EDIT (CYMBAL): Cymbal Size, Sizzle Type, Sustain, Mic Position
EDIT: Pitch, Decay

Ambience Parameters Room Type, Room Size, Wall Type, Mic Position, Room Shape

Mixer Parameters Volume, Pan, Minimum Volume, Output Assign

Effect Types Pad Equalizer (each pad), Pad Compressor (each pad), Multi-Effects: 14 types, Master Compressor, Master Equalizer, Reverb (for backing part), Chorus (for backing part)

Percussion Sets 8

Sequencer User Patterns: 100, Preset Patterns: 100, Parts: 6, Play Type: Oneshot, Loop, Tap, Tempo: 20--260, Resolution: 192 ticks per quarter note, Recording Method: Realtime, Maximum Note Storage: approx. 20,000 Notes, Click Instruments: 20

Display 64 x 240 dots (backlit graphic LCD), 7 segments, 3 characters (LED), Trigger Level Indicator (LED)

Faders 8

Preview Button Yes

Connectors Trigger Input Jack x 15, Hi-Hat Control Jack (VH-12, FD-7, FD-8), Master Output Jacks (L/MONO, R), Direct Output Jack x 8, Digital Output Jack (COAXIAL), Headphones Jack (Stereo 1/4 inch phone type), Mix in Jack (Stereo 1/4 inch phone type), MIDI Connectors (IN, OUT/THRU), Foot Switch Jack (1/4 inch TRS phone type), CompactFlash Card Slot, AC Inlet

Output Impedance 1.0 k ohms

Power Supply AC 117 V, AC 230 V, AC 240 V (50/60 Hz), AC 220 V (60 Hz)

Power Consumption 16 W

Accessories Owner's Manual, Power Cord

Size and Weight
Width 307 mm 12-1/8 inches

Depth 256 mm 10-1/8 inches

Height 105 mm 4-3/16 inches

Weight 2.9 kg 6 lbs. 7 oz.

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