Alesis SamplePad Pro 8-Pad Percussion and Sample-Triggering Instrument
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Expand with Pads, Pedals, and More
Want more pads? No problem. SamplePad Pro has trigger inputs for two additional drum pads. Plus, there are Kick Drum and Hi-Hat pedal inputs. The Kick Drum pedal jack provides both switch and trigger options; the Hi-Hat pedal jack can be set for either switch or variable operation. Adding pads and pedals can transform your SamplePad Pro from a percussion powerhouse into a full-blown electronic drum kit for the on-the-go performer. With an optional module mount, USB MIDI, 5-pin MIDI, and an 1/8" audio input for playing along to your favorite tracks, the SamplePad Pro integrates seamlessly into your existing acoustic or electronic drum kit setup.
Unlimited Sound Potential
With SamplePad Pro, there's no limit to your sonic creativity. Over 200 carefully-crafted drum, cymbal, and percussion sounds are built-ineach created by the professional Alesis sound design team. These sounds are arranged into ten onboard preset drum kits for instant access during performance. You can also use an SD card (up to 32GB, not included) to store an additional 512 of your own sounds and 89 custom kits. Plus, each sound offers individual access to key parameters such as pitch, panning, and reverb for customized control. The user interface is intuitive and fast--- editing and loading your own sounds is quick and easy, even during live performances!
Features
• 8 isolated rubber pads
• Active blue LED pad illumination
• 2 additional drum pad inputs
• Kick Pedal input; selectable switch or trigger mode
• Hi-Hat pedal input; selectable switch or variable mode
• 200+ built-in drum, cymbal, and percussion sounds
• 10 ready-to-play drum kits
• Add new sounds via SD Card (SD Card not included)
• Save up to 512 sounds and 20 kits per 32GB SD card
• LCD display and software utility for complete control
• MIDI In and Out ports
• USB port for computer connectivity
• 1/4" stereo outputs (L, R)
• 1/4" headphone output with volume control
• 1/8" stereo aux input with level control
• System footswitch jack
Requirements
PC: Windows 7, Windows 8
Mac: OS X 10.7, 10.8, 10.9
Available USB Port
*The SamplePad Pro only supports SD/SDHC card, the max size is 32GB, the file format must be FAT16/FAT32.
Q & A
- asked on Nov 19, 2023
- answered by David Callender, Brantford, Ontario
- asked on Jan 25, 2024
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A warranty can be a very important factor when making a buying decision. Because repairs can be very expensive in terms of parts and labour costs, manufacturers usually only provide one year limited warranties that generally only cover items that malfunction due to a manufacturer’s defect. With an important purchase such as a musical
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Because of this, Long & McQuade provides our customers with a FREE one-year Performance Warranty on most of our products. The Long & McQuade Performance Warranty supplements the manufacturer’s warranty to ensure that our customers receive complete “no hassle” warranty coverage within their first year.
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- Performance Guarantee: Normal wear and tear is covered, so your product will be performing as well as the day you purchased it for the entire duration of the coverage. Band and Orchestral Performance Warranty does not include replacing pads or cleaning for woodwind instruments, unless deemed necessary by our repair staff. Ultrasonic cleaning for brass instruments will be provided if deemed necessary by our repair staff, but is not routinely offered under the Performance Warranty.
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Long & McQuade reserves the right to restrict the purchase of additional years of Performance Warranty. Used products come with a 3-month Long & McQuade Performance Warranty. Some products (i.e. computers, software, cymbals and other items) are covered only by the manufacturer‘s warranty. Consumables (i.e. strings, reeds, drum sticks, batteries, tubes, cross faders) are excluded as they are designed to be replaced. Cosmetic Damage, Accidental Damage, or problems caused by Humidity or Temperature Issues are not covered. Speakers damaged by overpowering are generally not covered. Our coverage does not provide compensation for loss of use. As of June 2018 the Performance Warranty is no longer transferable. The warranty is only valid in Canada.
Purchasing additional years of coverage
Some manufacturers provide warranties for longer than 1 year; however, these are usually limited warranties that do not provide the same coverage as the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty. Customers interested in more complete and convenient (but not necessarily longer) coverage are still able to purchase additional years of the Performance Warranty.
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