Backing Instrument List

SYN. BRASS

63

0

Synth Brass1

2

 

8

Synth Brass3

2

 

16

AnalogBrass1

2

 

64

Synth Brass5

2

 

65

Poly Brass

2

 

66

Quack Brass

2

 

67

Octave Brass

2

 

 

 

 

64

0

Synth Brass2

2

 

8

Synth Brass4

1

 

16

AnalogBrass2

2

 

64

Soft Brass

2

 

65

Velo Brass 1

2

 

66

Velo Brass 2

2

 

 

 

 

REED

65

0

Soprano Sax

1

66

0

Alto Sax

1

 

 

 

 

67

0

Tenor Sax

1

 

 

 

 

68

0

Baritone Sax

1

 

 

 

 

69

0

Oboe

1

 

 

 

 

70

0

English Horn

1

 

 

 

 

71

0

Bassoon

1

 

 

 

 

72

0

Clarinet

1

 

 

 

 

PIPE

73

0

Piccolo

1

74

0

Flute

1

 

 

 

 

75

0

Recorder

1

 

 

 

 

76

0

Pan Flute

1

 

 

 

 

77

0

Bottle Blow

2

 

 

 

 

78

0

Shakuhachi

2

 

 

 

 

79

0

Whistle

1

 

 

 

 

80

0

Ocarina

1

 

 

 

 

SYN. LEAD

81

0

Square Wave

2

 

1

Square

1

 

8

Sine Wave

1

 

 

 

 

82

0

Saw Wave

2

 

1

Saw

1

 

8

Doctor Solo

2

 

64

Big Lead

2

 

65

Waspy Synth

2

 

 

 

 

83

0

Syn.Calliope

2

 

 

 

 

84

0

Chiffer Lead

2

 

 

 

 

85

0

Charang

2

 

64

Dist. Lead 1

2

 

65

Dist. Lead 2

2

 

66

Funk Lead

2

 

 

 

 

86

0

Solo Vox

2

 

 

 

 

87

0

5th Saw Wave

2

 

64

Big Fives

2

 

 

 

 

88

0

Bass & Lead

2

 

64

Big & Raw

2

 

65

Fat & Perky

2

 

 

 

 

SYN. PAD

89

0

Fantasia

2

90

0

Warm Pad

1

 

64

Thick Pad

2

 

65

Horn Pad

2

 

 

 

 

91

0

Polysynth

2

 

64

80's PolySyn

2

 

 

 

 

92

0

Space Voice

1

 

 

 

 

93

0

Bowed Glass

2

 

 

 

 

94

0

Metal Pad

2

 

64

Panner Pad

2

 

 

 

 

95

0

Halo Pad

2

 

 

 

 

96

0

Sweep Pad

1

 

64

Polar Pad

1

 

65

Converge

1

 

 

 

 

SYN. SFX

97

0

Ice Rain

2

98

0

Soundtrack

2

 

64

Ancestral

2

 

65

Prologue

2

 

 

 

 

99

0

Crystal

2

 

1

Syn Mallet

1

 

 

 

 

100

0

Atmosphere

2

 

 

 

 

101

0

Brightness

2

 

 

 

 

102

0

Goblin

2

 

 

 

 

103

0

Echo Drops

1

 

1

Echo Bell

2

 

2

Echo Pan

2

 

64

Echo Pan 2

2

 

65

Big Panner

2

 

66

Reso Panner

2

 

 

 

 

104

0

Star Theme

2

 

 

 

 

ETHNIC MISC

105

0

Sitar

1

 

1

Sitar 2

2

 

 

 

 

106

0

Banjo

1

 

 

 

 

107

0

Shamisen

1

 

 

 

 

108

0

Koto

1

 

8

Taisho Koto

2

 

 

 

 

109

0

Kalimba

1

 

 

 

 

110

0

Bagpipe

1

 

 

 

 

111

0

Fiddle

1

 

 

 

 

112

0

Shanai

1

 

 

 

 

PERCUSSIVE

113

0

Tinkle Bell

1

114

0

Agogo

1

 

 

 

 

115

0

Steel Drums

1

 

 

 

 

116

0

Woodblock

1

 

8

Castanets

1

 

 

 

 

117

0

Taiko

1

 

8

Concert BD

1

 

 

 

 

118

0

Melo. Tom 1

1

 

8

Melo. Tom 2

1

 

 

 

 

119

0

Synth Drum

1

 

8

808 Tom

1

 

9

Elec Perc.

1

 

 

 

 

120

0

Reverse Cym.

1

 

 

 

 

GUITAR BASS FX

121

0

Gt.FretNoise

1

 

1

Gt.Cut Noise

1

 

64

Wah Brush Gt

1

 

65

Gt. Slide

1

 

66

Gt. Scratch

1

 

67

Bass Slide

1

 

 

 

 

SFX

122

0

Breath Noise

1

 

1

Fl.Key Click

1

 

 

 

 

123

0

Seashore

1

 

1

Rain

1

 

2

Thunder

1

 

3

Wind

1

 

5

Bubble

2

 

 

 

 

124

0

Bird

2

 

1

Dog

1

 

3

Bird 2

1

 

 

 

 

125

0

Telephone 1

1

 

1

Telephone 2

1

 

3

Door

1

 

5

Wind Chimes

2

 

 

 

 

126

0

Helicopter

1

 

2

Car-Stop

1

 

9

Burst Noise

2

 

64

Space Tri.

1

 

 

 

 

127

0

Applause

2

 

3

Punch

1

 

 

 

 

128

0

Gun Shot

1

 

2

Lasergun

1

 

3

Explosion

2

 

 

 

 

PC: Program Number

(Instrument Number)

CC:Value of control change number 0

Voices: Number of voices used

• To switch instruments from the

 

external MIDI device, send “0”

 

on the CC32# (Control Change

 

Bank Select) from the external

 

MIDI device to the TD-6.

Appendices

TD-6 transmits is always “0.”

• The value of the CC32# (Control

 

Change Bank Select) that the

 

 

 

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TD-6 specifications

The Roland TD-6 is a prominent electronic drum kit that has garnered attention for its innovative features and exceptional sound quality. Launched as part of Roland’s acclaimed V-Drums series, the TD-6 offers a perfect blend of performance, versatility, and affordability, making it a popular choice among both beginners and seasoned drummers.

At the heart of the TD-6 is its advanced sound engine, which delivers an extensive range of drum sounds. This module features an impressive selection of over 1,000 pre-installed drum and percussion sounds, including acoustic drum kits, electronic beats, and world percussion. Additionally, users can customize their kits by layering sounds and adjusting parameters like pitch, decay, and reverb, providing a tailored drumming experience.

One of the standout technologies in the TD-6 is its Advanced Digital Triggering system. This allows for highly responsive performance, capturing the nuances of every stroke. The pads are designed to replicate the feel of acoustic drums, offering a natural playing experience. The kit includes mesh drum heads for the snare and toms, which contribute to a realistic rebound and reduced noise, making it an excellent choice for quiet practice.

The TD-6 also features a user-friendly interface, with an LCD screen that simplifies navigation through the wide array of sounds and settings. With built-in practice features such as metronome, recording capabilities, and play-along tracks, drummers can easily enhance their skills. The onboard effects processor adds further depth to the sound, including compression,EQ, and multi-effects, allowing players to shape their tone dynamically.

Connectivity is another advantage of the TD-6. It offers MIDI output for integration with DAWs and other MIDI-compatible devices, making it suitable for studio recording or live performances. In addition, the module includes audio outputs for direct connection to mixers or amplifiers, ensuring that the sound can easily be amplified.

With its robust build quality, the TD-6 is designed for long-lasting use, making it a reliable companion for practice, studio sessions, or live gigs. Its compact design and lightweight construction further enhance its portability.

In summary, the Roland TD-6 electronic drum kit is a feature-rich instrument that combines exceptional sound quality, advanced triggering technology, and user-friendly operation. Whether you’re a budding drummer or an experienced musician, the TD-6 is a versatile choice that offers endless creative possibilities.