Roland HPD-20 HandSonic Digital Hand Percussion Controller New from Japan

 

Description:

13-split pad allows for a variety of expressions
Enlarged display
 D-BEAM controller and real-time
modification enlarged display

Enlarged view of the combination of kick trigger KD-7 and hi-hat controller FD-8

[HandSonic HPD-20's 13-division pad allows for a variety of expressions] The pad section, which is the center of performance on the HandSonic HPD-20, is divided into 13 main pads (M1 to M5) and sub pads (S1 to S8). has been done. Both pads can be hit with the palm or fingers, and facial expressions can be added depending on how hard you hit them. Also, the two pads in the front (M1, M2) change their tone depending on where you hit them. Additionally, all pads are pressure sensitive, allowing you to control the tone by pressing down. For example, if you press M1 while hitting M2, the sound will become shorter (mute) or the pitch will rise. If you press the pad with the ROLL button on, the sound will continue to play repeatedly (roll). It is also possible to change the speed of the roll for each pad. [Digital hand percussion with dramatically improved tone quality and expressive power] HandSonic HPD-20 is the latest model in the "HandSonic" series of digital hand percussion that allows you to create beats freely by tapping with your hands and fingers. It has a wide variety of tones, from acoustic to electronic, and can be used in all kinds of situations, including live performances and music production. Equipped with the SuperNATURAL sound engine, a first for digital percussion, the performance expressiveness of the pad section has been thoroughly improved. By reproducing the behavior of the instrument, it is now possible to more naturally reproduce the playing techniques and expressions unique to percussion, which were previously difficult. In addition, the pad section, which is divided into 13 sections, is made of silicone material with excellent feel. From powerful shots using the palm of the hand to delicate performances using the fingertips, it allows for the dynamic performance expressions unique to percussion instruments. Furthermore, the possibilities as a digital percussion device include a user instrument that can import external wave data, a sound layer function that allows you to play two tones layered or switched by the strength with which you hit them, and sound creation using three multi-effect systems. Spread wide.

[D-BEAM controller and real-time modification for even more dynamic performance expression] HandSonic HPD-20 is also equipped with a D-BEAM controller. By placing your hand over the sensor, you can make a sound, and change the pitch according to the movement of your hand. In addition, real-time modification allows you to control pitch and effects in real time by turning knobs. This allows for more dynamic play. By pressing the QUICK REC button, you can immediately record your performance on the HandSonic HPD-20. Not only can you improve your skills by objectively listening to your own performance, or can you play by layering sounds, you can also export audio files to USB memory, so you can paste the recorded phrases directly into your DAW tracks. It can be used in music production. [Layer, import, and create songs with your own sounds. Create human-like beats by tapping with your hands. Full of functions for creating sounds that stimulate creators' creativity. You can import your favorite tones as user instruments, play them, build kits, etc., and use them in the same way as the built-in tones. In addition, you can freely create original rhythm tones by layering these tones with the sound layer function to create depth, or by processing them with three multi-effects systems. When you come up with an idea for a rhythm pattern or phrase, immediately record it using the Quick Rec function. Export the audio to a USB memory and paste it into your music production software to create a rhythm track that brings out your own unique groove. You can create the only human beat in the world. You can also create a compact drum set by combining it with an external pad or hi-hat controller. The HandSonic HPD-20 is also effective as a pad controller for rhythm input.

[External pads can also be connected. A wide variety of options are also available. The HandSonic HPD-20 can also be connected to an external pad or hi-hat controller. For example, connect a kick trigger and hi-hat controller to create a drum-style performance. We also offer a wide range of options. A wide variety of V-Drum series accessories can be used as is, such as the pad stand PDS-10 that can be freely adjusted in height and angle, the dedicated carrying bag CB-HPD that is convenient to carry, and external pads.

[Comfortable playing feel with SuperNATURAL sound quality that stands out in live performances] Rich expressive sound and rich tonal variation. This is exactly the charm unique to the HandSonic series inherited from the first model. There are a total of 850 built-in tones. This one unit combines acoustic and electronic sounds, including percussion instruments from around the world as well as many electronic sounds. Just by adding it to your live set, you can realize an extremely wide variety of musical expressions. The SuperNATURAL sound engine, refined to digital percussion specifications, and the expressive performance of the pads bring you a more comfortable playing feel than ever before. It supports not only the mute playing method of hitting while holding down the head, the timbre change due to the difference in the position of the hitting point, but also the playing method unique to percussion. The 13-split pad allows for dynamic performances unique to percussion instruments. It also features a D-beam controller and real-time modify controller. Radical sound changes can be freely manipulated in real time, expanding the range of performance expression during live performances. [WAV files can be imported and played as user instruments. A layer function that allows you to assign two instruments to a pad. The HandSonic HPD-20 can import audio files created on a computer using a USB memory and play them as user instruments. User instruments can be edited, layered, and effects can be applied just like the built-in instruments. It also supports loop playback. HandSonic HPD-20 also allows you to assign two instruments (A, B) to each pad (layer). The two instruments can not only be layered, but also switched depending on the strength with which you strike (velocity switch), or change the balance (velocity mix/fade). You can express your performance by assigning the same tone and subtly shifting the tuning to give the sound more spaciousness, or emphasizing the sense of attack only when struck strongly. [Main specifications] ■Pad: 10 inches, 13 divisions, with pressure sense *One external pad (sold separately) can be connected. ■Number of kits: 200 ■Number of tones: 850 ■Kit chain: 15 chains (50 steps/1 chain) ■User instruments: Number of user instruments: Maximum 500 (including user instruments at the time of product shipment) Sound length (Total): Monaural 12 minutes, Stereo 6 minutes File format: WAV (44.1kHz, 16 bit) ■Effects: Multi-effects: 3 systems, 25 types Ambience: 10 types 3-band kit EQ ■Quick Rec: Resolution: 480 clocks/quarter notes Recording method: Real-time Maximum number of memorized notes: Approximately 30,000 notes Export file format: WAV (44.1kHz, 16 bit) ■Controller: D-BEAM, real-time modify knob ■Display: Graphic LCD 64 x 128 dots ■Connection terminals: OUTPUT (L/MONO, R) terminal (standard type), PHONES terminal (stereo standard type), MIX IN terminal (stereo standard type), TRIG IN terminal (TRS standard type), HH CTRL terminal (TRS standard type) Type), FOOT SW terminal (TRS standard type), MIDI (IN, OUT) terminal, USB COMPUTER terminal (USB type B (audio, MIDI compatible)), USB MEMORY terminal (USB type A), DC IN terminal ■Interface : Hi-Speed ​​USB (USB audio, USB MIDI, USB memory) ■Power source: AC adapter ■Current consumption: 700mA ■Accessories: Instruction manual, AC adapter, warranty, Roland user registration card ■Optional items: Kick (KD series) , pads (PD series, PDX series, BT-1), cymbals (CY series), hi-hat control pedal (FD series), pad stand (PDS-10), carrying bag (CB-HPD), foot Switch (BOSS FS-5U, FS-6), Pedal switch (DP-2), Personal drum monitor (PM-10), USB memory (M-UF2G) 

[External dimensions/mass] ■Width (W) : 311 mm ■Depth (D): 404 mm ■Height (H): 102 mm ■Weight: 2.4 kg *Excluding AC adapter


 

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