{"product_id":"roland-tm2-trigger-module","title":"Roland TM2 - Trigger Module","description":"\u003cp\u003eBattery powered and small in size the TM-2 Trigger Module provides a simple solution for enhancing acoustic drums with the creative versatility of electronic percussion. Two trigger inputs support a wide variety of pads and drum triggers from Roland while the ready-to-play pro sounds are optimized for augmenting live acoustic drums and extending the percussion capabilities of any drum set. Studio-quality multi-effects are on tap to process your kits and you can even trigger your own custom WAV sounds loops and backing tracks via an SDHC card. By combining the TM-2 with products such as Rolandrs BT-1 Bar Trigger Pad KT-10 Kick Trigger Pedal or RT-series acoustic drum triggers itrs never been easier or more affordable to create a powerful hybrid drum kit that blends acoustic and electronic elements together.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact trigger module for acoustic drummers looking to enhance their kits with electronic percussion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e162 ready-to-play professional sounds ranging from acoustic drums and percussion to modern electronic instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes many sounds and tonal elements designed for layering with acoustic drums providing enhanced high-impact sounds for playing live drums through a PA system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for all genres from rock and metal to electronic music\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSDHC card slot lets users trigger their own WAV sounds stored on SDHC media from one-shot samples and loop phrases to complete backing tracks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo trigger inputs that support both single- and dual-trigger pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple and intuitive user interface for creating and selecting kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcess kits with powerful effects such as reverb flanger delay and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Roland RT-series acoustic drum triggers and Roland percussion pads including the BT-1 Bar Trigger Pad KT-10 Kick Trigger Pedal V-Pads and V-Cymbals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowered by batteries or included AC adapter; runs for up to four hours on four AA-size batteries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded mounting plate allows the TM-2 to be attached to a hi-hat stand or drum rack with a standard multi-clamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMIDI I\/O for triggering sounds in external sound modules capturing MIDI data in music software and playing the TM-2 from other devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eA Convenient and Affordable Way to Create a Powerful Hybrid Drum Kit\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its ultra-compact size` simple operation` and very affordable price` the TM-2 gives you a hassle-free way to bring the power of Roland electronic percussion to your acoustic drum kit. It mounts quickly and unobtrusively onto a hi-hat stand or drum rack using standard hardware` while the convenience of battery-powered operation eliminates the need to bring AC power to your setup. The intuitive panel features straightforward controls for assigning sounds to the trigger inputs and saving them as kits` plus large` easy-to-press buttons for calling up kits as you perform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eTrigger Inputs for Roland Pads and Acoustic Drum Triggers\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TM-2 is equipped with trigger inputs for connecting two pads or trigger devices at once. Nearly any pad in Roland’s extensive V-Drums lineup can be used` including those that support dual triggering. When building a hybrid kit` ideal partners for the TM-2 include the BT-1 Bar Trigger Pad` which has a curved shape that mounts onto the rim of an acoustic drum` and the new KT-10 Kick Trigger Pedal` which features an innovative` all-in-one design and compact size that fits comfortably alongside other pedals in your kit. The TM-2 also works great with Roland’s RT-series acoustic drum triggers that mount on kick` snare` and tom drums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eReady-to-Play Pro Sounds for Enhancing Acoustic Drums in Live Performances\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn top-level playing situations` professional drummers and sound engineers strive to create polished` high-impact sounds when amplifying live acoustic drums through a PA system. With the TM-2 and RT-series acoustic drum triggers` it’s simple to achieve processed` concert-quality drum sounds wherever you play. The trigger module offers a wide range of acoustic sounds and tonal elements optimized for layering with acoustic drums` as well as a generous selection of electronic sounds for modern music styles. In addition` the TM-2’s traditional percussion instruments such as cowbell` wood block` wind chimes` and others are perfect for extending the capabilities of any acoustic kit with a compact device such as the BT-1 Bar Trigger Pad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eUser Sound Expansion via SDHC Cards\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s easy to use your own sounds with the TM-2` such as studio-processed drums from song recordings` sound effects` looped grooves` or even complete backing tracks. Just copy WAV audio files from your computer onto an SDHC card` and then insert it into the trigger module’s card slot—that’s it! You can use your own sounds right alongside the internal sounds as you build kits` which you can also process with the TM-2’s great onboard multi-effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eExpand Your Creative Possibilities with MIDI\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMIDI I\/O in the TM-2 allows you to greatly expand your electronic percussion setup with external devices. You can trigger sounds in V-Drums modules` keyboards` and synth modules` and connect to a computer via a MIDI interface to record MIDI data and play sounds in popular music software. It’s also possible to play the TM-2’s sounds—both internal sounds and WAV sounds stored on an SDHC card—from an external MIDI device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003en\u0026gt;Size and WeightWidth135 mm\u003cbr\u003e5-6\/16 inchesDepth130 mm\u003cbr\u003e5-1\/8 inchesHeight59 mm\u003cbr\u003e2-6\/16 inchesWeight360 g\u003cbr\u003e0 lbs. 13 oz.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Roland","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52619742085410,"sku":"TM2","price":489.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0996\/0066\/2818\/files\/tm-2_top_main__18934.1587101989.1280.1280_e59fe6b2-d32f-4e2d-afda-a1d0fb3b59e2.jpg?v=1790232512","url":"https:\/\/guitar.com.au\/products\/roland-tm2-trigger-module","provider":"Guitar World","version":"1.0","type":"link"}