Dynamic Instrument and Pad Controller for Stage and Studio
Roland ’ s acclaimed HandSonic series invented the category of digital hand percussion over a decade ago , and the latest generation is now here ! The all-new HandSonic HPD-20 seriously heats things up with its SuperNATURAL sound engine , user sound import and computer connectivity via USB , and many other enhancements . More versatile than ever before , the latest HandSonic is not just for percussionists and drummers — it ’ s also ideal for EDM performers , DJs , studio producers , and other modern music makers .
Inspiring and Exceptionally Versatile
The HandSonic HPD-20 is perfect for everyone that incorporates percussion into their music :
Percussionists
Enjoy a massive library of percussion instruments from around the globe , and use the HPD-20 ’ s unique pad interface and real-time controls to execute authentic acoustic techniques with flawless results .
Drummers
In addition to percussion , the HPD-20 is filled with excellent drum sounds , and you can connect a Roland kick pad and hi-hat controller to build a super-compact percussion kit that ’ s great for small gigs and recording sessions .
EDM performers and DJs
The HPD-20 has a large selection of electronic percussion and melodic synth tones onboard , and it excels as an ultra-expressive MIDI controller for playing sounds in synths and drum machines . You can also load WAV sounds via USB and use the HPD-20 as a phrase playback device for sound hits , FX , loops , and more , with the ability to start and stop loops with the pads .
Studio composers and producers
Thanks to its unique and highly sensitive pad interface , the HandSonic is simply the best compact pad controller available for hand-based recording of beats and percussion parts with modern drum samplers and other virtual instruments . And with the HPD-20 ’ s USB audio / MIDI capabilities , you can even record the unit ’ s great onboard sounds directly into your DAW with a single-cable connection . the Leader in E-Percussion
A Truly Unique Hand Percussion Instrument from Roland !!
Featuring the powerful combo of the SuperNATURAL sound engine and a multi-pad interface based on V-Drums technology , the HandSonic HPD-20 is a sophisticated musical instrument with an incredible range of dynamic expression on tap . Onboard are 850 sounds and 200 user-configurable kits , with 100 kits filled with readyto-play setups covering styles from traditional percussion to modern electronica . Instruments include ethnic percussion from around the world , orchestra and melodic percussion , drums , and a wide array of electronic percussion and synth tones .
Load Your Own Sounds and Connect with Computers
Via a USB Pen Drive , it ’ s easy to load up the HPD-20 with your own WAV sounds and assign them to the pads . Imported sounds work just like those that are built in , with complete editing and effects processing at your command .
HandSonic HPD-20 hand percussion unit in the Studio
The HPD-20 can also be connected to computers via USB and used as an audio / MIDI interface . With the unique pads , you can play drum samplers and virtual instruments with your hands and enjoy a level of dynamic expression that ’ s just not attainable from standard studio pad controllers . Audio transfer over USB makes it simple to capture the HPD-20 ’ s high-quality onboard sounds into your DAW music productions .
Expandable with a Pad , Hi-Hat Controller , and MIDI
While it ’ s an exceptional performer as a standalone percussion instrument , the HPD-20 ’ s trigger inputs let you expand your setup with a Roland pad and hi-hat controller to create a super-compact percussion kit for all kinds of playing situations , from coffee houses to small clubs to studio sessions . MIDI I / O is included as well for communicating with V-Drums sound modules , SPD-series percussion pads , keyboards , and more .