ROLAND TD-8
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Percussion Sound Module It�s a Fact�
The TD-8 is the next step in the revolutionary line of electronic percussion products from Roland. Utilizing Composite Object Sound Modeling (COSM�), Roland has developed a sound source that far surpasses any existing PCM-based technology. Features include: � Over 1024 drum/percussion sounds and 262 melodic instruments � Variable (V-Drum) Modeling based on COSM technology allows positional sensing available on the snare and ride pads � Superior triggering response allowing the reproduction of even the most delicate nuances of a drummer, including �ghost notes� � Brushes can be used with the new PD-80/80R Mesh V-Pads � 9 dual trigger/1 double-mono input, 2 stereo/ 4 mono outputs � Easy-to-use, built-in sequencer with 700 preset and 100 user patterns as well as 50 songs � 64-voice, 6 part or 16 part (GM compatible) multitimbral sound source

TD-8

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Editing a Drum Instrument
The TD-8 allows you to customize drum sounds that display the �V-EDIT� symbol by choosing the type of drum head, tuning, various types of muffling, and more. Use the following steps to edit a snare drum: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Press KIT so it�s lit, and then press F1 [INST]. Use TRIG SELECT to select Trigger 3. Cursor to GROUP and turn the VALUE dial to select V-SNARE. Cursor to INST and turn the VALUE dial to select the desired V-Snare drum. Press F2 [EDIT], and then F1 [SHELL]. Cursor to DEPTH and turn the VALUE dial to adjust the depth (NORMAL, DEEP 1,2,3,4,). Cursor to HEAD TYPE and turn the VALUE dial to select the type of drum head (Clear, Coated, or Pinstripe). Cursor to TUNING and turn the VALUE dial to adjust the tuning (+ / - 480) as desired. 9. Press F2 [MUFFLE]. 10. Cursor to MUFFLING, and turn the VALUE dial to select the type of muffling (duct tape or doughnuts). 11. Cursor to STRAINER ADJ. and turn the VALUE dial to adjust the strainer as desired. 12. Press KIT to exit when you�re finished.

Initializing
Use the following procedure to restore the factory settings: 1. Press SETUP, then press F3 [!MENU]. 2. 3. 4. Turn the VALUE dial to select Reset. Press F3 and use the VALUE dial to select ALL. Press F3 [EXEC] twice.

Turning the Effects ON/OFF
The TD-8 has both Ambience and EQ effects. Use the following steps to activate an overall kit effect: 1. Press KIT, and then press F3 [!MENU]. 2. Turn the VALUE dial to select FX SW, and press F3. Press F1 or F3 to switch the effects on and off. Press KIT to exit when you�re finished.

Play the Demo
Use the following procedure to play the demo song: 1. While holding PATTERN, press SONG. 2. Turn the VALUE dial to select the desired demo song. 3. 4. Press PLAY/STOP. Press EXIT when finished. 3. 4.

Playing Along with a Song
The TD-8 contains 50 songs. Use the following procedure to play a song and then mute the drum part so you can play along: 1. Press SONG and turn the VALUE dial to select a song. 2. Press PLAY to begin playback. 3. Press F2 twice to mute the drum part. 4. Press F2 repeatedly to cycle between hearing the recorded drum part, hearing a metronome, or no drum part. 5. Press STOP when you�re finished.

Selecting a Drum Kit
The TD-8 contains 64 drum kit locations. Use the following procedure to select a drum kit: 1. Press KIT so it�s lit 2. Turn the VALUE dial to select the desired kit.

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