Boasting 8 dual-zone LED backlit rubber pads with the ability to incorporate up to 2 external pads for additional control, the Alesis SamplePad Pro 8-Pad Percussion Instrumentfrom Alesis SamplePad Pro 8-Pad Percussion Instrumentfeatures 200 built-in sounds organized into 10 kits with the ability to add your own sounds via its SD card slot. The additional kick drum pad input provides switch and trigger options, while the hi-hat pedal input can be assigned to switch or variable operation. Its 200 built-in sounds can be expanded to include an additional 512 sounds and 89 custom kits via a 32 GB SD card (not included). A 1/8" aux input allows you to play along with your favorite backing tracks, while 5-pin DIN MIDI I/O and USB connectivity provide a range of connection options.

8x Dual-Zone Rubber Pads    2x External Pad Inputs    Add New Sounds via SD Card Slot    USB Port    5-Pin DIN MIDI I/O    1/8" Aux Input    200 Built-In Sounds    10 Built-In Kits

8 dual zone isolated rubber pads

Active blue LED pad illumination

2 additional drum pad inputs

Kick Pedal input; selectable switch or trigger mode

Hi-Hat pedal input; selectable switch or variable mode

200+ built-in drum, cymbal, and percussion sounds

10 ready-to-play drum kits

Add new sounds via SD Card (SD Card not included)

Save up to 512 sounds and 20 kits per 32 GB SD card (not included)

LCD display and software utility for complete control

MIDI IN and OUT ports

USB port for computer connectivity

1/4" stereo outputs (L, R)

1/4" headphone output with volume control

1/8" stereo aux input with level control

System footswitch jack

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is this machine compatible with Logic Pro X?

A: Yes, it features USB MIDI control for use with plugins and you can record directly into Logic Pro X from the audio outputs, going into your interface. System requirements for Mac are OS X 10.7, 10.8, 10.9.

Q: 2. If you use an iPad with a protective case, what thickness of iPad + case will this accommodate?

A: As with most products of this kind, they are designed to with iPads/ iPhones not in any protective cases.

Q: 3. I ordered the Alesis Recital Pro 88-key digital piano bundle. Do I need batteries or cables?

A: The Alesis Recital Pro 88-Key Digital Piano can be powered using the included AC power adapter or with six D batteries (batteries are not included). For cables, if you are going to connect the keyboard to an amplifier with a 1/4" input (or two 1/4" inputs), you can use a cable like the Pearstone PM-TRS 1/4" TRS Male to 1/4" TRS Male Interconnect Cable - 10' (B&H # PEPMTRS10) in any length you prefer. The keyboard's left output is for mono output or you can use both the left and right outputs for stereo audio.

Q: 4. Greetings ! I would like to know if the individual percussion sounds are compatible to be imported into Magix Samplitude.? Thank You.

A: No, these samples are in the SampleTank format and cannot be imported into another program.

Q: 5. How quickly does it switch samples to a different sound? Load time?

A: Switching samples is immediate, load in time will depend on computer being used to connect. Roland phone number: 800-380-2580

Q: 6. Will this work with/fit with an FX3 or FX30 in a smallrig cage, or is that camera too small for this?

A: Yes, the SmallRig Shoulder Pad Pro is compatible with the Sony FX3 Full-Frame Cinema Camera or the Sony FX30 Digital Cinema Camera. The Manfrotto 501 Quick Release Plate included with the SmallRig Shoulder Pad Pro provides a 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 screw to use with either the camera or cages like the SmallRig Camera Cage for Sony FX30 and FX3.

Q: 7. Does this include a screw to mount to my Vanguard tripod?

A: There is a 1/4"-20 screw mount thread that is compatible with most tripods and sliders.

Q: 8. Hi! Is this percussion pad sensitive to the hit, If I hit harder will it sound louder, or if I hit softer will the sound be softer? Thanks

A: The sample Pad 4 does feature velocity sensitive pads.

Q: 9. Are the keys weighted?

A: The Keys one the Recital Pro 88 are full weighted hammer graded action keys.

Q: 10. How can you mount a external mic on this tablet mount if used on a tripod? It states one can be used but I do not see how...

A: It would be using the cold shoe located on the top of the unit.