Roland KD-10 Users Manual

Before using this unit, carefully read “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES.” After reading,

EnglishOwner’s Manual

keep the document(s) including those sections where it will be available for immediate reference.

Check the Included Items

After opening the package, check that all of the included items
are present. If anything is missing, contact your dealer.

5 KD-10

5 Owner’s Manual

5 Connection cable

* This package does not include a kick pedal or beater. A variety of

commercially available beaters can be used, including felt, plastic, or
wood types.

Main Features

The Strike Feel of an Acoustic Kick Drum in a Compact Size

A strike surface combining dedicated mesh material with
cushion material provides the same strike feel as an acoustic
drum, while allowing a compact design.

Twin Pedal Support

In spite of its compact size, the strike surface is large enough to
accommodate twin pedal setups.

High Compatibility with Commercially-Available Kick Pedals

The pedal mounting plate has an adjustable angle to
accommodate dierences in the attachment mechanism and
position of various kick pedals. You can use the commercially­available pedal of your choice.

Quiet Impact

A rubber cover with a proprietary structure is combined
with a dedicated cushion, providing a high degree of sound
absorption that is remarkable for a kick drum pad.

Descriptions

Head

Mounting
plate for the
kick pedal

* Do not subject the strike surface to any force other than performance,

and do not allow foreign objects to get inside it. Doing so will cause
malfunction or damage.

Copyright © 2018 ROLAND CORPORATION

TRIGGER OUTPUT jack

Anchor bolts

Slip-prevention
tape

Setup

Attaching the Kick Pedal

1. Attach the kick pedal.

Position the beater so that it strikes the center of the head,
then secure the kick pedal and KD-10 rmly in place.

* Take care not to pinch your ngers.

Beater

Install the kick pedal
securely.

2. Step on the kick pedal and make sure that it’s

properly attached and in a stable position.

Check to make sure that the base of the KD-10 and the
kick pedal both make contact with the oor.

Check to be sure they’re making contact with the oor

When Using a Twin Pedal

Position the two beaters equally apart from the center of the
pad as shown in the gure.

If one of the beater is further away from the center than the
other, the sound from the further beater will be lower in
volume, or will not sound as desired.

Using a twin pedal will result in lower sensitivity as compared
to when a single pedal is used. Raise the sensitivity on the
sound module.

Correct positioning Incorrect positioning

Adjusting the Anchor Bolts

If you’re using this unit on a V-Drums mat, on a Noise Eater (NE-

10), or on carpet, extending the anchor bolts will secure the
unit in place, making it easier for you to perform.

When using on
the V-Drums mat,

When using
on the oor

Noise Eater, or carpet

* When used on ooring, the anchor bolts may damage the oor.

* The tips of the anchor bolts are sharp. Handle with care.

Connections

Connect this unit’s TRIGGER OUTPUT jack to your sound
module, using the connection cable of your sound module or
the included connection cable.

* Connect the L-shaped plug of the cable to the KD-10’s TRIGGER

OUTPUT jack.

Sound
module

TD-50/
TD-30

Connection
cable

Connection cable
included with this
unit

Jack

KICK

TD-25/

TRIGGER
OUTPUT jack

TD-17/
TD-15/
TD-11/

Connection cable of
sound module (KIK)

–

TD-1
HPD-20
SPD-30

SPD-SX

TM-6 PRO

Connection cable
included with this
unit

TM-2

* To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the

volume, and turn o all the units before making any connections.

* Make sure KD-10 does not touch the drum stand or other pads.

TRIG IN

1/KICK

TRIG IN 1/2,
TRIG IN 3/4

TRIGGER IN
1–6

TRIG IN 1,
TRIG IN 2

Sound Module Settings

Sound
module

TD-50/
TD-30/
TD-25/
TD-15/
TD-11/
HPD-20/
SPD-30/
SPD-SX/
TM-2

TD-1 “Pad Type” Kick Pedal: 2

TD-17 “Pad Type” KD-10

TM-6 PRO “Trig Type” KD-10

* Use the Sensitivity setting (Sens) to adjust the sensitivity of the pad to

your taste.

* If double triggering occurs, adjust the sensitivity by increasing the

value of the sound module’s trigger parameter “Threshold.”

Value

“Trig Type,”
“Pad Type,”
“Ty pe”

KD-9

USING THE UNIT SAFELY

WARNING

Do not disassemble or
modify by yourself

Do not carry out anything
unless you are instructed to
do so in the owner’s manual.
Otherwise, you risk causing
malfunction.

Do not repair or replace parts
by yourself

Refer all servicing to
your retailer, the nearest
Roland Service Center,
or an authorized Roland
distributor, as listed on the
“Information.”

Do not use or store in the
following types of locations

• Subject to temperature
extremes (e.g., direct
sunlight in an enclosed
vehicle, near a heating
duct, on top of heat­generating equipment);
or are

• Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms,
on wet oors); or are

• Exposed to steam or smoke;
or are

• Subject to salt exposure; or are

• Exposed to rain; or are

• Dusty or sandy; or are

• Subject to high levels of
vibration and shakiness; or are

• Placed in a poorly ventilated
location.

Do not place in an unstable
location

Otherwise, you risk injury
as the result of the unit
toppling over or dropping
down.

Do not allow foreign objects
or liquids to enter unit; never
place containers with liquid
on unit

Do not place containers
containing liquid (e.g., ower
vases) on this product.
Never allow foreign objects
(e.g., ammable objects,
coins, wires) or liquids (e.g.,
water or juice) to enter this
product. Doing so may cause short
circuits, faulty operation, or other
malfunctions.

Be cautious to protect
children from injury

Always make sure that an
adult is on hand to provide
supervision and guidance
when using the unit in
places where children are present, or
when a child will be using the unit.

Do not drop or subject to
strong impact

Otherwise, you risk causing
damage or malfunction.

WARNING

CAUTION

Route all power cords and
cables in such a way as to
prevent them from getting
entangled

Injury could result if
someone were to trip on a
cable and cause the unit to
fall or topple.

Avoid climbing on top of the
unit, or placing heavy objects
on it

Otherwise, you risk injury
as the result of the unit
toppling over or dropping
down.

Disconnect all cords/cables
before moving the unit

Damage or malfunction
may result if you fail to
disconnect all cables before
moving the unit.

Keep small items out of the
reach of children

To prevent accidental
ingestion of the parts listed
below, always keep them
out of the reach of small
children.

Removable Parts:

• Anchor Bolts

• Springs

IMPORTANT NOTES

Placement

• When moved from one
location to another where the
temperature and/or humidity
is very dierent, water droplets
(condensation) may form inside
the unit. Damage or malfunction
may result if you attempt to
use the unit in this condition.
Therefore, before using the
unit, you must allow it to stand
for several hours, until the
condensation has completely
evaporated.

• Do not paste stickers, decals, or
the like to this instrument. Peeling
such matter o the instrument
may damage the exterior nish.

• Do not place containers or
anything else containing liquid
on top of this unit. Also, whenever
any liquid has been spilled on
the surface of this unit, be sure
to promptly wipe it away using a
soft, dry cloth.

Maintenance

• Never use benzine, thinners,
alcohol or solvents of any
kind, to avoid the possibility of
discoloration and/or deformation.

Additional Precautions

• Use a reasonable amount of
care when using the unit’s
buttons, sliders, or other controls;
and when using its jacks and
connectors. Rough handling can
lead to malfunctions.

• When disconnecting all cables,
grasp the connector itself—never
pull on the cable. This way you
will avoid causing shorts, or
damage to the cable’s internal
elements.

• When you perform, the sound
and vibration of the impact can
travel unexpectedly well through
a wall or oor. Take care that you
are not inconveniencing other
people nearby.

Trademarks

• Roland, V-Drums, and Noise Eater
are either registered trademarks
or trademarks of Roland
Corporation in the United States
and/or other countries.

• Company names and product
names appearing in this
document are registered
trademarks or trademarks of their
respective owners.

Main Specications

Roland KD-10: Kick Pad

Pad size 5 inches

Dimensions

Weight 3.3 kg 7 lbs 5 oz

Accessories Owner’s Manual, Connection cable

Options
(sold separately)

* This document explains the specications of the product at the time that the

document was issued. For the latest information, refer to the Roland website.

210 (W) x 209 (D) x 443 (H) mm

8-5/16 (W) x 8-1/4 (D) x 17-1/2 (H) inches

Noise Eater (NE-10)