The Octapad Legend Continues. Combines cutting-edge drum and percussion sounds with current triggering technology, a Phrase Loop function, USB MIDI, and more.
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Sound:
Is the Octapad worth the price? Like all things, it depends on what you are going to use it for.
I purchased the octapad about a year ago from Zzounds. If you look at all the YouTube videos, and check all the reviews, you will find a lot of positive feedback about this product.
I found all the claims about what the octapad can do and how easy it is to use, to all be true. It’s truly a great instrument. So why did I sell mine?
I am in a band and I thought it would be something cool that would enhance my on stage performance. While it has a large selection of sounds, it will not allow sampling. Therefore, you are limited to just what the instrument can do.
After experimenting for months I had to realize that I simply didn’t have any use for the octapad. As a result, I sold it on E-bay.
There is one very important question you need to ask yourself before you lay down over $700. “What am I really going to use the octapad for?"
If you are clear as to what you will use it for, than you have no worries, the octapad is a great instrument.
Feature:
I knew that the Octapad did not have the ability to sample when I bought it. I was hopeing that the ability to make sounds from the on board sounds would be enought. For me.......it was not.
Roland will not add sampling to the Octapad, so don't ask. Yea, i asked.
Ease of Use:
Look at all the YouTube vids and see how easy it is to use. It really is that easy to use.
Quality:
It's a Roland Quality is #1. I own a number of Roland products and they are all high quality items. Octapad is built strong and can take a beating.
But it is a musical instrument therefore play it don't beat it.
Value:
Pricy, but when you buy a product that actually does everything that it is advertised to do, it takes the bite out of the cost.
Manufacturer Support:
Never needed it.
The Wow Factor:
The YouTube vids are great and really makes you "want one." I can't watch them anymore or i might end up buying another one.
Overall:
My next purchase will be the Yamaha DTXM12 Multi Pad Sampling Drum Pad.
I have heard good things about this unit and I think it bits at the heels of the Octapad. Check it out.
(Hey Yamaha, send my one and I will rate it.)
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Sound:
Great sounds. Wish it included more standard sets.
Feature:
should include the pedal to switch kits or phrase loops
Ease of Use:
a little cumbersome to edit
Quality:
very durable, solid so far
Value:
yes, a great instrument for the price
Manufacturer Support:
n/a
The Wow Factor:
getting a little carried away with this ?
Overall:
It should last a while. Here is a video of my set-up using the groove drums kit, kick and hi hat pedals:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lb0z6O27otI
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