Roland SPD-SX 9-Pad Sampling Workstation
The SPD-SX sampling pad delivers 16GB of internal memory — approximately 25 hours stereo or 50 hours mono recording capacity — enabling producers to build expansive sound libraries directly on the instrument. With 9 velocity-sensitive rubber pads fitted with LED indicators, up to 10,000 wave files organized across 100 custom kits, and 8 Kit Chains, the SPD-SX handles complex multi-layer compositions and live beat-making.
Three independent effect engines — Master (21 types), Kit 1 (20 types), and Kit 2 (20 types) — plus integrated EQ and 20-voice polyphony enable sophisticated tone shaping. Hi-Speed USB connectivity handles simultaneous MIDI, audio, and mass storage access, while the USB Memory port enables direct wave file import without a computer.
The SPD-SX integrates stereo main and sub outputs plus stereo audio input, supporting hybrid workflows. A 128×64 backlit LCD guides editing, and AC-powered operation ensures stable performance during extended sessions.
Key Features
- 9 velocity-sensitive pads with LED indicators and 20-voice polyphony
- 16GB internal memory supports ~25 hours stereo or ~50 hours mono
- Up to 10,000 wave files at 44.1kHz 16-bit PCM (WAV/AIFF)
- 3 effect engines with 21 Master, 20 Kit 1, and 20 Kit 2 types plus EQ
- 100 custom kits with 8 Kit Chains (20 steps each)
- Dual footswitch and dual trigger inputs for expressive control
- Hi-Speed USB handles simultaneous MIDI, audio, and mass storage
- Stereo main and sub outputs plus stereo audio input
Technical Specifications
- Built-in Pads: 9 with LED indicators
- External Trigger Inputs: 2 (dual-trigger, up to 4 pads)
- Foot Switch Inputs: 2
- Internal Memory: 16 GB
- Max Wave Files: 10,000
- Sampling Time Stereo: ~25 hours
- Sampling Time Mono: ~50 hours
- Audio Format: 16-bit PCM (WAV/AIFF)
- Sampling Frequency: 44.1 kHz
- Max Polyphony: 20 voices
- Kits: 100
- Kit Chains: 8 (20 steps each)
- Master Effect Types: 21
- Kit Effect 1 Types: 20
- Kit Effect 2 Types: 20
- EQ: Yes
- Display: 128×64 dots LCD backlit
- Master Out: 1/4″ phone (L/MONO, R)
- Sub Out: 1/4″ phone (L/MONO, R)
- Audio In: 1/4″ phone (L/MONO, R)
- Headphones: Stereo 1/4″ phone
- Trigger In: 1/4″ TRS
- Foot Switch: 1/4″ TRS
- MIDI: IN/OUT
- USB Computer: Hi-Speed USB (MIDI+Audio+Mass Storage)
- USB Memory: Type A
- Power Supply: DC 9V AC adaptor, 600 mA
- Width: 364mm (14-3/8″)
- Depth: 331mm (13-1/16″)
- Height: 94mm (3-3/4″)
- Weight: 2.5kg (5 lbs 9 oz)
What’s In The Box
- Wave Manager software CD-ROM
- USB driver CD-ROM
- Preload wave data CD-ROM
- Owner’s Manual
- AC Adaptor