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About the SPD-20’s Internal Setup and Parameter Settings (Edit)
This Chapter explains the basic structure of the SPD-20 and how it functions. Before we get into details,
you should have an overall understanding of the unit.
What Kind of Instrument is the SPD-20?
The SPD-20 is an electronic percussion instrument that produces sound when its pads are struck. This
type of device is usually called a MIDI pad controller. The SPD-20 includes a sound generator (700
sounds with 16-bit dynamic range) and digital effects unit in a compact and lightweight package. By
connecting external pads or pedals (sold separately), you can obtain the same musical expressivity from
the SPD-20 as you might enjoy with an acoustic drum kit. In addition, the SPD-20 is MIDI compatible,
meaning that it can be connected to any other MIDI-compatible device (sequencer, sampler, etc.) regard-
less of the manufacturer. This allows you to create a very powerful music system.
Product Overview
• Self-contained compact MIDI pad controller
• 8 dynamics-sensitive pads
• 700 sounds with 16-bit dynamic range
• Built-in digital effects
• Expandable with external pads/pedals
(such as the PD-7, PD-120, KD-7, and FD-7)
• Teams up with various MIDI units
(such as sequencer, sampler, etc.)
Internal Organization
The SPD-20 can be divided into the following sections:
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Trigger Interface section
Head
Rim
Head
Rim
Head
Rim
Head
HH CTRL
Rim
Pad section
Sound Generating
section
Effects section
FX SEND
FX LEVEL
Local Control
On/Off
CHAPTER 2 Using the SPD-20 by Itself
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