The Best Sounds,
the Most Expressive Performance
TD-20 is Roland’s best-sounding percussion module ever, with over 500 sounds, plus superb dynamic range when used with the PD-125/105 V-Pads and VH-12 V-Hi-Hat®. Superior sensitivity lets drummers play more naturally and without having to adjust their playing technique. Rimshot and bass drum sounds can be varied depending on how they are played, and with Roland’s interval control technology, drummers can create more realistic snare rolls and cymbal swells.
Advanced V-Editing
The modeling-based V-Editing starts from careful analysis of an entirely drum sounds. Drummers are free to change parameters such as cymbal size, type of “sizzle” (e.g. rivets or chain), and microphone position. Several types of kick beaters can also be selected, including felt, wood, and plastic. For the hi-hat, you can also add a tambourine. The TD-20 can even model snare “buzz” (the resonance created on the tom and bass drum) for startling realism.
Enhanced Performance Features
Eight group faders let drummers adjust the mix balance of the kit’s components, while 15 Pad Compressors and 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 such as Ambience and a Mastering Room for adding compression and EQ to the overall sound. A choice of 10 analog outputs and a S/PDIF digital output offer plenty of options when mixing live or in the studio. It also has 15 dual trigger inputs, so if you own a standard TD-20K drum kit, you have four extra inputs to add more pads.
Convenient CompactFlash Storage and More
The CompactFlash slot 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.
REAR PANEL
SPECIFICATIONS
•Sound Generator Variable Drum Modeling • Maximum Polyphony 64 Voices • Instruments Drum Instruments: 560 (1,300,021 variations), 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 • Connectors Trigger Input Jack x 15, Hi-Hat Control Jack (for VH-12, VH-7 and 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 • Dimensions 307 (W) x 256 (D) x 105 (H) mm / 12-1/8 (W) x 10-1/8 (D) x 4-3/16 (H) inches
•Weight 2.9 kg / 6 lbs 7 oz • Accessories Owner’s Manual, Power Cord
*The TD-20’s file system is developed by Kyoto Software Research, Inc. Fugue ®2004-2006 Kyoto Software Research, Inc. All rights reserved.
Unbeatable Sound
With the same stunning sound quality as the flagship TD-20, the TD-12 drum module provides hundreds of expressive instruments and play-along sequences in a streamlined, affordable package. Many of the sounds in the TD-12, from drums to cymbals, are COSM® modeled for the ultimate in expression and realism. The module provides the same large, icon-based LCD as its big brother (the TD-20), and is housed in a road-tough, metallic black chassis with a friendly array of buttons, controls, and mix sliders. Twelve trigger inputs are provided, plus four audio outputs and MIDI I/O.
Unrivaled V-Editing
Enjoy the dozens of expert-programmed kits in the TD-12 — from authentic acoustic sets to ultra-modern electronic flavors. But the fun doesn’t stop there; customize your snare drum, toms, bass drum, and cymbals with the modeling-based V-Editing. Change sizes and materials, attach sizzles to cymbals, add snare buzz, and more. Then get out your sticks and enjoy! The TD-12 supports positional sensing on the snare and ride, as well as on the toms when you play rimshots. The TD-12 is also brush compatible, and features the authentic Interval Control feature for the snare and ride/crash/china cymbal, which varies the sound in natural ways based on the speed of stroke repetition.
Tap Into a New World of Style and Groove
From rich studio kits to bombastic arena monsters, the TD-12 can deliver amazingly authentic drum and percussion sounds. Pop, rock, jazz, hip-hop, you name it — the TD-12 has you covered. But in addition to its acoustic-modeled kits, the TD-12 also offers a crop of edgy, fun, and experimental sets that have been created for unique, modern music creation. With an emphasis on fun, these kits are laced with colorful COSM processing, filter fluctuations, auto-roll effects, tap-sequence patterns, loop patterns, and more. Let the inspiration begin! And if you want to build your chops (or perhaps steal the show), fire off one of the 150 patterns built into the TD-12 and play along.
REAR PANEL
SPECIFICATIONS
•Sound Generator Variable Drum Modeling • Maximum Polyphony 64 Voices • Instruments Drum Instruments: 560 (172,161 variations), Backing Instruments: 262 • Drum Kits 50 • Drum Kit Chains 16 chains (32 steps per chain) • Instrument Parameters V-EDIT (KICK): Shell Depth, Head Type, Head Tuning, Muffling, Snare Buzz, V-EDIT (SNARE): Shell Material, Shell Depth, Head Type, Head Tuning, Muffling, Strainer Adjustment, V-EDIT (TOM): Shell Depth, Head Type, Head Tuning, Muffling, Snare Buzz, V-EDIT (HI-HAT): Cymbal Size, Fixed Hi-Hat, V-EDIT (CYMBAL): Cymbal Size, Sizzle Type, Sustain, 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: 5 types, Reverb (for backing part) • Percussion Sets 8 • Sequencer User Patterns: 100, Preset Patterns: 150, Parts: 6, Play Types: Oneshot, Loop, Tap, Tempo: 20—260, Resolution: 192 ticks per quarter note, Recording Method: Realtime, Maximum Note Storage: approx. 20,000 notes, Click Sounds: 20 types • Metronome Parameters Time signature, Interval, Volume, Output select (Master and Phones/Phones only) Click Instruments=20 (Voice counting, Click, Cowbell, etc.) • Tempo 20—260 • Display 64 x 240 dots (backlit graphic LCD), 7 segments, 3 characters (LED), Trigger Indicator (LED) • Controllers Faders: 6, Preview Button: (velocity: 3 steps) • Connectors Trigger Input Jack x 12, Hi-Hat Control Jack (for VH-12, VH-11 and FD-8), Master Output Jacks (L/MONO, R): 1/4 inch phone type, Direct Output Jacks (1, 2): 1/4 inch phone type, Headphones Jack: Stereo 1/4 inch phone type, Mix in Jack: Stereo 1/4 inch phone type, MIDI Connectors (IN, OUT/THRU), AC Inlet • Output Impedance 1.0 k ohms
•Power Supply AC 115 V, AC 117 V, AC 220 V, AC 230 V, AC 240 V (50/60 Hz) • Power Consumption 13 W • Dimensions 260 (W) x 248 (D) x 108 (H) mm, 10-1/4 (W) x 9-13/16 (D) x 4-1/4 (H) inches • Weight 2.6 kg / 5 lbs 12 oz • Accessories Owner's Manual, Power Cord
