The Ultimate Sampling Pad has Arrived

Building upon the achievements of its forerunner, Roland's SPD-SX Pro Sampling Pad emerges as a true masterpiece, brilliantly melding the realms of live and electronic percussive spectacle. This musical marvel boasts nine touch-responsive surfaces that come alive with vibrant, customisable LEDs, crafting a playground of percussion that's not only a feast for the ears but also a visual spectacle. Dive into an abundant treasure trove of over 1,500 ready-to-play samples and 200 kit variations using the vivid full-colour display. This pairs harmoniously with an intuitively sleek interface and sturdy I/O options, ensuring seamless integration of the SPD-SX Pro into any musical setup.

Unleash your creative flair even further with the onboard effects and a snazzy 16-step sequencer, opening doors to boundless expressive avenues. Plus, the capacious 32GB memory stands ready to house and transform high-fidelity audio samples, expanding your sonic arsenal into uncharted territories.

Roland's SPD-SX Pro boasts a wide spectrum of vibrant sounds that dance and groove to the beat of its nine touch-responsive pads. Feel the rhythm of natural snare rolls, witness cymbals mirroring every gentle tap and mighty crash, and experience percussion notes that reverberate with a realism that's hard to find elsewhere. Building upon its predecessor's strengths, the SPD-SX Pro has cranked up the sensitivity of its three shoulder pads, enhancing its ability to handle multiple inputs seamlessly.

Diving into the world of connectivity, this musical wizardry accommodates not just hi-hat and footswitch expression control, but also lets you connect up to eight different triggers, totalling a whopping 19 potential playing zones. It's like giving your rhythm an entire playground to explore and create.

Sampling Sensation

Unleash your inner sonic artist with the Roland SPD-SX Pro's effortlessly user-friendly sampling capabilities. Craft your very own melodies and loops by tapping into the rhythmic wonder of the SPD-SX Pro itself or by channeling external audio through its 1/4-inch inputs. A simple button press catapults you into sampling mode, where you can pick a pad to begin your audio masterpiece. A second touch wraps it up, turning your recording into a seamless loop that's oh-so-satisfying.

These real-time recordings metamorphose into WAV files, eagerly awaiting your command for spur-of-the-moment performances. But that's not all – with an onboard storage capacity of 32GB, you have ample room for your personal sonic creations. It's like having a dedicated sanctuary for your samples and sounds. And don't worry about audio quality, because the SPD-SX Pro transforms incoming audio into sublime 48 kHz/16-bit clarity that's music to your ears.

Unleash Your Artistry Everywhere, Anytime

From the recording den to the spotlighted stage, the SPD-SX Pro is your ticket to an unparalleled performance. Whether you're a lone musical maestro, harmonising with a full drum ensemble, or interlocking with an assortment of electronic companions, this masterpiece has your back. Navigating through its intuitive user interface, you'll dive into a realm of 200 diverse kit patches and a treasure trove of over 1,500 ready-to-go sounds, all brilliantly showcased on a vibrant 4.3-inch full-colour display.

Picture this: multi-coloured LEDs enveloping the pads, ready to dance to your beat and tailored to your heart's content. Don't stop there – luxuriate in the world of robust effects and captivating sidechain possibilities that transcend the ordinary, while the 16-step sequencer paints layers of distinction onto your sonic canvas. There's more: an exclusive SPD-SX Pro App eagerly awaits your command, allowing you to delve deep into edits and playful transformations of the onboard, custom, or Roland Cloud samples.

But wait, there's one more trick up its sleeve – connect via USB and let the music flow! Send forth 8-channel audio and MIDI to your favourite DAW, paving the way for endless customisation and expanding your repertoire beyond the stars.

Roland SPD-SX Pro Sample Pad: Meet the SPD-SX PRO, your trusty companion for the most electrifying performances. This powerhouse of a sampling pad has undergone the ultimate test on the road, drawing on years of trial and invaluable insights from its SPD-S and SPD-SX predecessors. But that's not where the story ends – the SPD-SX PRO takes that top-tier legacy and raises it even higher, setting a new standard.

Marrying the tried-and-true sample pad technology of its forerunners with the wisdom gained from countless performances, the SPD-SX PRO emerges as a true champion, ready for the rigours of the touring life. It's not just about beats and rhythms; it's about captivating the audience. Illuminate the darkest stages with its grandiose colour display and a symphony of customisable multi-colour trigger lights that sync with your every move.

Prepare to expand your musical universe with an arsenal of professional enhancements: more audio outputs to channel your sound, extra trigger inputs to push your creativity, and the mastery of hi-hat and FX expression pedal control. But it doesn't stop there – dive into the depths of music with an expansive 32 GB memory that's ready to accommodate your wildest creations. With pristine 48 kHz audio playback, heightened pad sensitivity free from crosstalk, and the indispensable SPD-SX PRO App, kit editing has never been more fluid or enjoyable.

Step onto the stage armed with the ultimate companion, and let your music reach new heights as you wield the SPD-SX PRO, the true maestro of sampling pads.

Available to test instore in Musicmaker today!!