Roland V-Drums TD-8 User Manual

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Modifying a Drum Kit
Editing Drum Sounds (V-EDIT)
With the TD-8, the simple process of selecting an instrument, selecting the
depth, tuning the head, etc. makes trying out many different sounds very
easy.
Choosing the Shell Depth
Here, select the shell depth for the snare drum.
fig.Q4-021
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Follow the procedures described in “Choosing Drum Kits” (p. 44) to
select the drum kit to be edited.
Here, select the Drum Kit 1, “V Custom.”
The “DRUM KIT” screen appears.
fig.Q4-022
2
Press [F1 (INST)].
The “INST” screen appears.
Even with a pad actually
connected to the TD-8, for
the procedures in this
section, you can use [TRIG
SELECT] to select the pad,
and then use [PREVIEW]
while editing to check the
sound.
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Roland V-Drums TD-8 Specifications

General

Brand	Roland
Model	V-Drums TD-8
Category	Drums
Language	English

Summary

Owner's Manual Introduction and Safety

Safety Warnings and Precautions

Essential safety guidelines for proper unit operation and user protection.

Getting Started and System Setup

Panel Overview and Basic Connections

Identifies front and rear panel controls and essential input/output connectors for operation.

Quick Start and Initial Operation Guide

Provides a simplified path for new users to begin playing and configuring the TD-8.

Connecting Pads, Pedals, and Audio System

Details on connecting external hardware like pads, pedals, and audio output devices.

Core Operations: Playing and Modifying Sounds

Pad Configuration and Performance Techniques

Details on specifying pad types, settings, and playing techniques like rim shots.

Modifying Drum Kit Sounds (V-EDIT)

Explains sound modeling parameters like shell depth, head type, tuning, and ambience.

Playing Along with Accompaniment and Patterns

Covers playing back internal patterns and songs for practice.

Advanced Features and MIDI Integration

Chapter 7: Global Settings for TD-8

Details system-wide configurations for pads, triggers, display, and tuning.

Chapter 9: MIDI Features and Implementation

Explains MIDI connectivity, data transmission, and module control for external devices.

Troubleshooting and Reference Information

Troubleshooting Common Problems and Error Messages

Provides solutions for issues related to sound, pads, MIDI, display, and system errors.

Appendices: Lists, Specifications, and MIDI Implementation

Contains reference lists for kits, instruments, patterns, specs, and MIDI data.