Reference Manual

Contents

Getting Ready

Overview of the TD-27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Drum Kits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Panel Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Connect Your Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Side Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Getting Ready . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Mounting the TD-27 on the Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Turning the Power On/O . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Turning the Power On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Turning the Power O . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Making Hi-Hat Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Settings for the VH-10 / VH-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Settings for the VH-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

About Performance Techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Snare / Toms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Hi-Hat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Cymbals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Performing

Performing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Selecting a Drum Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Using a Cross-Stick Technique . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Stopping All Currently Played Sounds (ALL SOUND

OFF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Recalling Drum Kits Successively (SET LIST). . . . . . . . . 18

Creating a Set List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Using Set Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Performing Along with a Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Performing Along with a Song from Your

Smartphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Connecting via a Cable to the MIX IN Jack . . . . . . . . 20

Connecting Wirelessly via Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Performing Along with a Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Playing Back the Click Along with the Song . . . . . . . . 23

Preparing a Click Track . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Playing Back the Click Track Along with the Song . 23

Practicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Sounding a Click (Metronome) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Turning the Click On/O . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Practicing in Coach Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Correctly Playing in Time with the Beat (TIME

CHECK) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Developing Internal Timing Sense (QUIET COUNT) 25

WARM UPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Recording a Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Recording Your Performance Along with a Song . . . . 27

Recording on a Connected Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Installing the USB Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Editing a Drum Kit

Editing a Drum Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Editing with the Sound Modify Knobs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Editing with the [KIT EDIT] Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Layering Instruments (SUB INSTRUMENT) . . . . . . . . 33

Comparing with or Reverting to the Unedited Drum

Kit (SNAPSHOT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Importing and Playing Audio Files (USER SAMPLE) . . 35

Importing an Audio File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Assigning a User Sample to an Instrument and

Playing It . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Listing the User Samples (LIST) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Organizing User Samples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Other Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Renaming the Drum Kit (KIT NAME) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Specifying the Tempo for Each Drum Kit (KIT

TEMPO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Making MIDI Transmit/Receive Settings for Each

Pad (KIT MIDI) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Muting the Sound of a Specic Pad When You

Strike a Pad (MUTE GROUP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Changing the Sound by the Pad Position You Strike

(POSITION) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Controlling Tonal Change (PEDAL BEND) . . . . . . . . . 42

Performing with Brushes (BRUSH SW) . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Specifying the Illumination Color of the [DRUM

KIT] Button and Knobs (KIT COLOR)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Copying Settings (COPY) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Contents

System Settings

Making Various Settings (SYSTEM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Basic Operation in SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Bluetooth Settings (BLUETOOTH) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Backing Up Data to an SD Card (SD CARD) . . . . . . . . . 47

Backing Up All Settings (SAVE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Loading Backup Data from an SD Card (LOAD) . . . . 47

Backing Up Drum Kit to an SD Card (1 KIT SAVE) . . . 48

Loading Kit Backup Data from an SD Card (1 KIT

LOAD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Deleting Backup Data from an SD Card (DELETE/1

KIT DELETE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Checking the Usage Status of an SD Card (INFO) . . 50

Formatting an SD Card (FORMAT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Trigger Settings (TRIGGER) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Specifying the Pad Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Adjusting the Hi-Hat Settings (HI-HAT) . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Specifying a Digitally-Connected Pad (DIGITAL) . . . 52

Adjusting the Pad Sensitivity (PARAM) . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Viewing Trigger Information for Each Pad

(MONITOR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Eliminate Crosstalk Between Pads (Crosstalk

Cancellation) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Audio Output Assignments (OUTPUT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Specifying the Output Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Specifying the USB Audio (USB AUDIO) . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Specifying the USB Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Specifying the Output Destination for USB Audio . 58

Specifying the Input for USB Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

MIDI Settings (MIDI) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Making Option Settings (OPTION) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Assigning Functions to Footswitches or Pads

(CONTROL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Setting the AUTO OFF Function (AUTO OFF) . . . . . . . . 61

Viewing Information for the TD-27 Itself (INFO) . . . . . 62

Restoring the Factory Settings (FACTORY RESET) . . . 62

Appendix

Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

List of Displayed Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Other Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Main Specications

Roland TD-27: Drum Sound Module

Drum Kits 100 (Preset: More than 50)

Instruments More than 700

User Sample Import

Number of User Sample: Maximum 500

(includes factory preloaded user samples)

Sound Length (total): 24 minutes in mono,

12 minutes in stereo

File formats that can be loaded: WAV (44.1

kHz, 16/24 bits)

Eect Types

Pad Compressor: each pad

Pad Equalizer: each pad

Overhead Mic Simulator

Room/Reverb

Multi-Eects: 3 systems, 30 types

Master Compressor

Master Equalizer

Bluetooth

Supported standards: Bluetooth Ver 4.2

Supported prole: A2DP (Audio), GATT

(MIDI over Bluetooth Low Energy)

Codec: SBC (Support to the content

protection of the SCMS-T method)

Song Player

(SD Card)

File format: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16/24 bits),

MP3 *1

Recorder

Recording Method: Realtime

Maximum length: 60 min (temporary

recording: 3 min) *2

File format: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16 bits)

Display Graphic LCD 256 x 80 dots

External Memory SD Card (SDHC supported)

Connectors

TRIGGER INPUT connector x 1: DB-25 type

(Kick, Snare, Tom 1, Tom 2, Tom 3, Hi-hat,

Crash 1, Ride, Ride Bell, Hi-Hat Control) *3

TRIGGER IN jack x 4: 1/4-inch TRS phone

type (CRASH 2, AUX 1, AUX 2, AUX 3) *3

DIGITAL TRIGGER IN port x 3: USB A type

MASTER OUT jacks x 2 (L/MONO, R): 1/4-

inch phone type

DIRECT OUT jack x 2 (MONO): 1/4-inch

phone type

PHONES jack x 1: Stereo 1/4-inch phone

type

MIX IN jack x 1: Stereo 1/4-inch phone type

MIDI connectors x 2 (IN, OUT/THRU)

USB COMPUTER port x 1: USB B type

FOOT SW jack x 1: 1/4-inch TRS phone type

DC IN jack

USB COMPUTER Port

Speed: Hi-speed USB

Driver mode: Generic, Vender

Protocol: USB MIDI, USB Audio *4

USB Port

Sampling Rate (original): 44.1 kHz

Sampling Rate (with sampling rate

converter): 96 kHz, 48 kHz

Record: 28 channels

Playback: 4 channels

USB Audio

Sampling Rate (original): 44.1 kHz

Sampling Rate (with sampling rate

converter): 96 kHz, 48 kHz

Record: 28 channels

Playback: 4 channels

Power Supply AC adaptor (DC 9 V)

Current Draw 770 mA

Dimensions

238 (W) x 204 (D) x 79 (H) mm

9-3/8 (W) x 8-1/16 (D) x 3-1/8 (H) inches

Weight (excluding

AC adaptor)

1.1 kg / 2 lbs 7 oz

Accessories

Quick Start

Leaet “USING THE UNIT SAFELY”

Sound module mounting plate

Wing bolt (M5 x 10) x 2

AC adaptor

Dedicated connection cable

Options

(sold separately)

Pads: PD series, PDX series, BT series

Cymbals: CY series

Kick: KD series, KT series

Hi-hat: VH-13, VH-11, VH-10

Hi-hat control pedal: FD series

Acoustic drum trigger: RT series

Footswitch: BOSS FS-5U, FS-6

Personal drum monitor: PM series

Noise eater: NE series

*1: Audio les must be saved on an SD card.

*2: Song recording is required SD card. If there is no SD card,

approximately three minutes of temporary recording are

possible, but this cannot be saved to internal memory.

*3: Exclusion use with digital pad.

*4: USB Audio is required the using vender driver and

switched vender mode.

* 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.

Getting Ready

Overview of the TD-27

Drum Kits

On this unit, the sound that plays when you strike a pad (snare, kick, cymbal,

etc.) is called an “instrument.” The set of instruments assigned to the pads are

collectively called a “drum kit.” The structure of a drum kit is shown below.

Drum kit 100

Drum kit 1

Pads

Head

KICK

Head

Rim

TOM 1

Head

Rim

SNARE

Head

Rim

TOM 2

Head

Rim

TOM 3

Head

Rim

CRASH 1

Head

Rim

HI-HAT

Head

Rim

CRASH 2

Head

Rim

AUX 2

Head

Rim

AUX 1

Head

Rim

AUX 3

Head

Rim

RIDE

Bell

Overall settings for the entire drum kit

Settings for the overhead mics of the entire drum kit, the

performance location, eects, drum kit name, MIDI settings, etc.

Pad settings

Head

Volume, pan, pad equalizer, how sub-

instruments are sounded, etc.

Rim

Instrument

Instrumental sound, transient, etc.

Sub-instrument

Instrumental sound, transient, etc.

Pad compressor, etc.

MEMO

5 When you change a drum kit setting, the changed setting is saved automatically.

5 For details on a drum kit’s parameter structure, refer to “Data List” (PDF).

Instrument

Drum kit

Instrument

An instrumental sound such as a snare drum or kick drum

is called an “instrument.” An instrument is assigned to each

location of a pad that can be struck independently, such as

the pad’s head and rim.

For each instrument, you can specify the sound and adjust

its attack and release, etc.

You can create a wide range of sounds by editing various

settings for each instrument, such as the type of head, the

depth of the shell, or its ambience.

An audio le that you create on your computer can also

be loaded from an SD card into the TD-27 and played as

an instrument (the user sample function).

Drum Kits

This is the set of instruments that are assigned to the pads.

You can make settings that apply to the entire drum kit, such

as specifying the position of the overhead mics that capture

the sound of the entire drum kit, the location in which it’s

being played, and the eects.

Eects

This unit provides eects that apply to individual strike

locations of a pad (such as the pad equalizer), eects that

apply to individual pads (such as the pad compressor), and

eects that apply to the entire drum kit (such as MFX and

master compressor).

Overview of the TD-27

Memory

The area in which settings such as drum kits and trigger settings are stored is called “memory.”

TD-27

Preset memory

Drum kits

Set lists

Trigger settings

System

User samples (presets)

User memory

Drum kits

Set lists

Trigger settings

System

User samples

COPY

SAVE

LOAD

Temporary memory

(saved temporarily)

Recorded data

EXPORT

SD card

Backup

Drum kits

User samples

Recorded data

Preset memory

The factory settings are stored in preset memory. When

you execute a factory reset, the contents of preset memory

are automatically copied so that user memory will be in its

factory-set state (p. 62).

The following settings are saved in preset memory.

Drum kits (p. 6)

Set lists (p. 18)

Trigger settings (p. 51)

System (p. 46)

User samples (presets) (p. 35)

* User samples (presets) cannot be copied. By executing

a factory reset, you can return the user samples in user

memory to their factory-set state.

User memory

This area stores your edits and performance settings. Data

from SD card or preset memory can also be loaded or copied

into this area (p. 43).

The following settings are saved in user memory.

Drum kits (p. 6)

Set lists (p. 18)

Trigger settings (p. 51)

System (p. 46)

User samples (p. 35)

Temporary memory (saved temporarily)

The data (one song) recorded on the TD-27 is held in the

unit’s temporary memory. The recorded data in temporary

memory can be exported to an SD card (p. 27).

* Song recording is required SD card. If there is no SD card,

approximately three minutes of temporary recording are

possible, but this cannot be saved to internal memory. If

you want to save (export) a recorded song to an SD card,

insert the SD card in advance.

* When you turn o the power, the data recorded in

temporary memory is erased.

SD card

The settings saved in user memory can be saved as a set

on an SD card, allowing you to save (back up) up to 99 sets.

Separately from backups, 999 drum kits can also be saved.

Your performance on the TD-27 can also be recorded to an

SD card.

MEMO

5 The data that is saved on an SD card can be loaded into

user memory, or copied. For details, refer to“Backing

Up Data to an SD Card (SD CARD)” (p. 47) or “Copying

Settings (COPY)” (p. 43).

5 For details on the folder structure of an SD card, refer to

“SD card folder structure” (p. 22).

Panel Descriptions

Display

This shows various information

depending on the operation.

A short time after you turn on the power,

the DRUM KIT screen (basic screen)

appears.

& “Selecting a Drum Kit” (p. 17)

Function button ([F1]–[F5])

The function of these buttons will

change depending on the screen. The

names of the current functions are

shown in the bottom of the screen.

[

] button

This button record your performance.

& “Recording” (p. 27)

[

] button

Plays/stops the built-in song or recorded

performance data, or starts/stops

recording.

& “Performing Along with a Song” (p. 20)

& “Recording” (p. 27)

[CLICK] button

Allows you to sound the click

(metronome), or to make settings for

the tempo or beat.

& “Sounding a Click (Metronome)”

(p. 24)

[COACH] button

Lets you use the coach menu to

practice drums in a way that’s

appropriate for your performance skill

level.

& “Practicing in Coach Mode” (p. 24)

[SONG] button

Lets you make song-related settings,

such as demo performances or

backing (accompaniment) songs.

& “Performing Along with a Song”

(p. 21)

[Drum KIT] button

Accesses the basic screen where

you can select drum set sounds

(drum kits).

You can also press this to return to the

basic screen from another screen.

& “Selecting a Drum Kit” (p. 17)

Dial

In the DRUM KIT screen (basic screen),

turn the dial to select drum set sounds

(drum kits).

This is also used to change the value

of the parameter selected by the

cursor buttons.

Panel Descriptions

[MASTER] knob

Adjusts the volume of amplied

speakers etc. connected to the

MASTER OUT jacks.

[PHONES] knob

Adjusts the volume of headphones

connected to the PHONES jack.

[BACKING] knob

Adjusts the volume of the built-in

song or the click (metronome), and the

volume of a smartphone connected to

the MIX IN jack or via Bluetooth.

& “Performing Along with a Song” (p. 20)

& “Sounding a Click (Metronome)” (p. 24)

Sound modify knob

([INSTRUMENT], [LEVEL], [TUNING], [MUFFLING])

Select the sound (instrument) of a pad, adjust the volume (level) or pitch

(tuning) of the selected instrument, or adjust the decay length (muing).

& “Editing a Drum Kit” (p. 30)

[EXIT] button

Cancels an operation. Alternatively,

returns to the previous screen.

[ENTER] button

Conrms an operation or value.

Alternatively, proceeds to the next

screen.

By holding down the [ENTER] button

and pressing the [SYSTEM] button,

you can lock the pad you’re editing so

that it will not be switched (Trig Lock

function).

Cursor buttons [

] [ ] [ ] [ ]

Move the on-screen cursor up/down/

left/right to select a parameter.

[KIT EDIT] button

You can shape the sound in various

ways, such as customizing the drum

itself by changing the type of head or

the shell depth, or by adjusting the

reverberation.

& “Editing a Drum Kit” (p. 30)

[USER SAMPLE] button

Audio les that you created on your

computer can be imported into the

TD-27, and played as instrument.

& “Importing and Playing Audio Files

(USER SAMPLE)” (p. 35)

[SYSTEM] button

Lets you make system settings for the

TD-27.

& “Making Various Settings (SYSTEM)”

(p. 46)

Bluetooth indicator

The LED indicates the Bluetooth connection status.

You can wirelessly connect a smartphone or other device, and play the drums

while a song plays back from your smartphone.

Unlit Bluetooth is not connected

Blinking Pairing is in progress

Lit

Bluetooth audio is connected

* Rapidly blinks several times when connecting or disconnecting.

* In the case of Bluetooth MIDI, the Bluetooth indicator does not light

even after the connection is established. There will be an indication

of “connected” in the screen of the app that you’re using on your

smartphone.

& “Performing Along with a Song from Your Smartphone” (p. 20)

& “Recording Your Performance Along with a Song” (p. 27)

Rear Panel

Connect Your Equipment

* To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the volume, and turn o all the units before making any connections.

DC IN jack

Connect the included AC

adaptor here.

* Use the cord hook located

on the bottom of the unit

to secure the AC adaptor

cord as shown in the

illustration.

Cord

Hook

The cord of the

supplied AC

Adaptor

MIX IN jack

Connect your audio player

or smartphone here. You

can perform or record along

with a song that’s saved on

the smartphone.

& “Performing Along

with a Song from Your

Smartphone” (p. 20)

& “Recording Your

Performance Along with a

Song” (p. 27)

PHONES jack

Connect headphones

(sold separately).

* Even if headphones are

connected, sound will

still be output from the

MASTER OUTPUT jacks.

MASTER OUTPUT jack

(L/MONO, R)

Connect them to

amplied speakers etc.

(sold separately).

* If you’re outputting in mono,

connect only the L/MONO

jack.

MIDI connector

(IN, OUT/THRU)

Connect these to external

MIDI devices such as an

external sound module.

Use MIDI cables

(commercially available) to

make these connections.

& “MIDI Settings (MIDI)”

(p. 59)

(transmitting device)

(receiving device)

DAW software etc.

DIGITAL TRIGGER IN jack

(1, 2, 3)

Connect pads that

support digital

connection (e.g., PD-

140DS or CY-18DR).

& “Settings for pads

that support digital

connection” (p. 11)

TRIGGER IN jack

(CRASH 2, AUX 1–AUX 3)

Connect a crash cymbal

to CRASH 2. Use AUX 1–

AUX 3 to add more types

of pads.

[POWER] switch

Turns the power on/o.

& “Turning the Power On/

O” (p. 12)

FOOT SW jack

You can use a footswitch

(BOSS FS-5U, FS-6; sold

separately) to control the

unit in various ways, such

as operating a pedal to

recall drum kits.

& “Assigning Functions to

Footswitches or Pads

(CONTROL)” (p. 60)

TRIGGER INPUT jack

Connect the included

dedicated connection

cable to this connector,

and use it to connect the

pads and pedals.

DIRECT OUT jack (1, 2)

Connect these to your mixer

etc.

This is convenient when you

want to send the sound of

the kick or snare separately

to the PA mixer for individual

adjustment, such as during a

live concert.

& “Audio Output Assignments

(OUTPUT)” (p. 55)

(bottom)

Connect Your Equipment

USB COMPUTER port

Connect this to your computer. Use a USB cable (commercially available) to

make this connection.

You can use DAW software (commercially available) to record your

performance as 28 channels of multi-track audio, or as MIDI data. You can

also use this unit to hear audio playback from your computer.

& “Recording on a Connected Computer” (p. 28)

& “Specifying the USB Audio (USB AUDIO)” (p. 58)

SD CARD slot

Insert a commercially available SD card (SDHC cards (up to 32 GB) are

supported).

You can use an SD card to store songs for backing (accompaniment) or to

store settings of the TD-27 itself. You can also use it to import user samples

and or save performance data that you recorded.

& “Formatting an SD Card (FORMAT)” (p. 50)

& “Performing Along with a Song” (p. 21)

& “Recording” (p. 27)

& “Importing and Playing Audio Files (USER SAMPLE)” (p. 35)

& “Backing Up Data to an SD Card (SD CARD)” (p. 47)

* Before using an SD card for the rst time, you must format it on the TD-27 (p. 50).

* Never turn o the power or remove the SD cards while the screen

indicates “Processing...” or “Now Saving...”

* Some SD card types or SD cards from some manufacturers may not

record or play back properly on the unit.

Side Panel

Settings for pads that support digital connection

The rst time that a pad that supports digital connection

is connected to a DIGITAL TRIGGER IN port, the following

screen appears.

Following the instructions in the screen, make settings

to specify the trigger input to which the connected pad

should be assigned.

* If you specify the same trigger input as a pad that is

connected to a dedicated connection cable or TRIGGER

IN jack, the pad that’s connected to that TRIGGER

INPUT jack and TRIGGER IN jack won’t produce sound.

Reference

For details, refer to “Specifying a Digitally-Connected

Pad (DIGITAL)” (p. 52).

1. Use the cursor buttons to select “OK,” and

press the [ENTER] button.

2. Use the cursor buttons to select the pad

that you want to specify, and use the dial to

specify the Assign.

* You can’t specify the same assignment multiple times.

Pad Assign

PD140DS SNARE

CY18DR RIDE

Setting example

3. Press the [DRUM KIT] button to return to the

DRUM KIT screen.

Getting Ready

Mounting the TD-27 on the Stand

Use the included sound module mounting plate to attach the TD-27 to a drum stand

(e.g., MDS Series; sold separately). Use the included wing bolts to attach the plate as

shown in the illustration.

* Use only the included wing bolts. Using any other bolts will cause malfunctions.

* When turning the unit over, be careful so as to protect the buttons and knobs from

damage. Also, handle the unit carefully; do not drop it.

MEMO

The All Purpose Clamp (APC-10; sold separately) can be attached in case you want to mount the TD-27 on a cymbal stand

or other such stand.

Turning the Power On/O

* Before turning the unit on/o, always be sure to turn the volume down. Even with the volume turned down, you might hear

some sound when switching the unit on/o. However, this is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.

Turning the Power On

1. Connect headphones (sold separately) or

amplied speakers (sold separately) to the

TD-27.

* If amplied speakers are connected, minimize the volume

of the amplied speakers.

2. On the TD-27’s rear panel, turn the [POWER]

switch ON.

When you turn the TD-27 on, the following screen

appears.

In this screen you can make settings to specify

whether the power will automatically turn o after a

predetermined amount of time (AUTO OFF function).

Button Explanation

[F1] (OFF)

The power does not turn o

automatically.

[F5] (4 HOURS)

When four hours have passed without

any pad being struck or any operation

being performed, the unit will turn o

automatically.

* If the AUTO OFF function is set to “OFF,” this screen won’t

appear.

* The power to this unit will be turned o automatically

after a predetermined amount of time has passed since it

was last used for playing music, or its buttons or controls

were operated (AUTO OFF function).

If you do not want the power to be turned o

automatically, disengage the AUTO OFF function (p. 61).

To restore power, turn the power on again.

3. If amplied speakers are connected, turn on

the power of the amplied speakers.

4. Use the [PHONES] knob to adjust the volume

of the headphones, and use the [MASTER]

knob to adjust the volume of the amplied

speakers.

Turning the Power O

NOTE

Settings that you edit on the TD-27 are saved when you

turn o the unit. Be sure to turn o the unit by turning

the [POWER] switch.

1. If amplied speakers are connected to the

TD-27, minimize the volume of amplied

speakers and turn o their power.

2. Turn the TD-27’s [POWER] switch OFF.

The screen will indicate “Please wait. Now saving...,” and

the unit will turn o when the settings have been saved.

Roland

logo faces

outward

Getting Ready

Making Hi-Hat Settings

If you’re using the hi-hat (VH-10/VH-11 or VH-13), adjust the oset on the TD-27.

This adjustment is required for hi-hat pedal movements such as open or close to be detected correctly.

&If you want to make ne adjustments to the hi-hat sensitivity etc., refer to “Adjusting the Pad Sensitivity (PARAM)” (p. 52).

Settings for the VH-10 / VH-11

1. With the hi-hat completely separated from the

motion sensor unit, power-on the TD-27.

motion sensor unit

Separated

clutch screw

2. Loosen the clutch screw and let the hi-hat rest

naturally on the motion sensor unit.

3. Press the [SYSTEM] button.

4. Use the cursor buttons to select “TRIGGER,”

and press the [ENTER] button.

5. Use the cursor buttons to select “HI-HAT,” and

press the [ENTER] button.

The TRIGGER HI-HAT screen appears.

6. Use the dial to set the Trig Type to “VH10.”

7. While reading the

meter displayed

on the right side of

the TD-27’s screen,

adjust the oset

with the VH-10’s oset adjustment screw.

Adjust the oset so that the appear in the meter.

Changes

from “ ”

to “

”

8. Fasten the clutch screw at a position where the

hi-hat sways naturally when struck.

9. Press the [DRUM KIT] button to return to the

DRUM KIT screen.

Settings for the VH-13

1. Press the [SYSTEM] button.

2. Use the cursor buttons to select “TRIGGER,”

and press the [ENTER] button.

3. Use the cursor buttons to select “HI-HAT,” and

press the [ENTER] button.

The TRIGGER HI-HAT screen appears.

4. Use the dial to set the Trig Type to “VH13.”

5. Press the [F5] (OFFSET) button.

The VH OFFSET ADJUSTMENT screen appears.

6. Loosen the clutch screw of the top hi-hat and

let it sit on the bottom hi-hat.

* Do NOT touch the hi-hats or the pedal.

7. Press the [F5] (EXECUTE) button.

The “VH Oset” parameter is set automatically (approx. 3

seconds).

8. Press the [DRUM KIT] button to return to the

DRUM KIT screen.

OPEN

oset

adjustment

screw

The TD-27 lets you use various performance techniques just as on acoustic drums.

NOTE

Use only wooden or plastic sticks. Using a carbon or metal stick may cause the sensor to malfunction.

Use nylon brushes. Using metal brushes may cause the sensor to malfunction, and may scratch the pad.

Snare / Toms

Playing method Explanation

Head shot

Tone changes depending on

strike point

Hit only the head of the pad.

For a certain snare drum, the tone will change naturally as you move the strike location

from the center of the head toward the rim.

Rim shot

Strike the head and the rim of the pad simultaneously.

A sound (rim sound) dierent than the head shot will be heard.

Cross stick

Strike the rim while placing your hand on the head.

Snare sounds can produce dierent sounds in response to dierent playing techniques;

for example they can produce a rim sound when played using a rim shot, or a cross-

stick sound when played using a cross-stick technique.

Either connect a pad that supports the rim shot to “SN” of the dedicated connection

cable, or connect a pad (such as the PD-140DS) that supports digital connection and

allows cross-stick playing technique, and assign it to snare.

* On units other than the PD-140DS, strike only the rim so as not to touch the head.

* On some snare sounds, it might not be possible to play separate sounds in this way.

Playing with

brushes

You can use brushes to scrape the head (brush sweep).

Either connect a pad with a mesh head to “SN” of the dedicated connection cable, or

connect a pad (such as the PD-140DS) that supports digital connection and allows

brush playing technique, and assign it to snare.

In addition, assign an instrument that supports brush techniques to the head of the

snare, and turn the Brush Switch “ON.”

& For details, refer to “Performing with Brushes (BRUSH SW)” (p. 42).

Change the nuance of the rim shot

With certain snare and tom sounds, slight changes in the way you play rim shots changes the nuance.

* You’ll need to connect a pad that support strike location detection.

Playing method Explanation

Normal rim shot

(Open rim shot)

Strike the head and rim simultaneously.

Shallow rim shot

Simultaneously strike the head near the rim and the rim itself.

About Performance Techniques

Hi-Hat

Playing method Explanation

Open/closed

The hi-hat tone changes smoothly from open to closed in response to how far

the pedal is pressed.

You can also play a foot-close sounded by pressing the pedal, or a foot-splash

sounded by pressing the pedal and then immediately opening it. Depending

on the instrument, you can also express the tonal change that occurs when you

strike in the closed position and then open immediately.

Pressure

(VH-13)

When you strike the hi-hat while pressing on the pedal with the hi-hat closed,

you can then change the closed tone in response to the pressure you place on

the pedal.

* The VH-10, VH-11, FD-9, and FD-8 do not respond to pressure.

Bow shot

This playing method involves striking the middle area of the top hi-hat. It

corresponds to the sound of the “head-side” of the connected trigger input.

Edge shot

Edge sensor

This playing method involves striking the edge of the top hi-hat with the

shoulder of the stick. When played as shown in the illustration, the “rim-side”

sound of the connected trigger input is triggered.

* Striking directly on the edge (i.e., exactly from the side) will not produce the

correct sound. Strike as shown in the illustration.

* Do not strike the bottom of the top hi-hat, and do not strike the bottom hi-hat. Doing so will cause malfunctions.

Cymbals

Playing method Explanation

Bow shot

Nuance changes

depending on the

strike location

This is the most common playing method, playing the middle area of the

cymbal. It corresponds to the sound of the “head-side” of the connected trigger

input.

For specic ride sounds, the tonal nuance changes depending on the point at

which you strike the bow.

Edge shot

Edge sensor

This playing method involves striking the edge with the shoulder of the stick.

When played as shown in the illustration, the “rim-side” sound of the connected

trigger input is triggered.

Bell shot

This is the method of striking the bell. When the bell area shown in the

illustration is struck, the bell sound is heard.

Either connect a pad that supports ride three-way triggering to “RD” and “RDB”

of the dedicated connection cable, or connect a pad (such as the CY-18DR) that

supports digital connection and allows bell shot playing technique, and assign

it to ride.

Choke play

Edge sensor

Sensor

If you use your hand to choke (grasp) the edge sensor after striking the cymbal,

the sound stops.

On the CY-18DR, placing your hand on the sensor will also stop the sound.

When you strike the cymbal in the choked state, the sound is shorter.

Performing

Using a Cross-Stick Technique

Pads that are connected to a TRIGGER INPUT jack

Each time you press the [F3] (XSTICK) button, you’ll switch

between sounding and not sounding the cross-stick sound

(p. 14) from the snare pad.

When playing using a pad that supports digital connection and

cross-stick technique (such as the PD-140DS)

If a trigger input is assigned to snare (p. 11), cross-stick

technique is always possible.

In this case, the XSTICK icon is not shown in the screen.

Stopping All Currently Played Sounds

(ALL SOUND OFF)

Here’s how to stop the currently-playing drum performance

sounds and user samples (p. 35). This is convenient when

you need to stop the playback of a long sound or a loop

phrase that you’re playing as a user sample.

* The eect reverberation, the song, and the click do not

stop.

1. Hold down the [ENTER] button and press the

[EXIT] button.

All currently-playing sounds are stopped.

Reference

You can also stop all currently-playing performance

sounds by using a pad or footswitch (p. 60).

Performing

Selecting a Drum Kit

The TD-27 lets you enjoy performing with a drum kits that are suitable for a variety of musical genres.

1. Press the [DRUM KIT] button.

The DRUM KIT screen appears. Depending on the settings, this screen shows the following content.

User sample icon (shown only if a drum kit that uses user

samples (p. 35) is selected)

Drum kit name

Drum kit number

Brush icon (shown only if Brush Switch is “ON”)

Tempo (shown only if the

kit tempo is “ON”)

The trigger meter shows the level of the trigger signal

that is received when you strike a pad.

2. Use the dial to select a drum kit.

Reference

For a list of the drum kits, refer to “Data List” (PDF).

Performing

Recalling Drum Kits Successively (SET LIST)

You can specify an order in which drum kits are recalled in

32 steps (step 1 through step 32). Such an order is called a

“set list,” and you can create 32 set lists.

You can create a set list for the order in which you use drum

kits in a live performance, and then instantly recall the drum

kit that you’ll use next.

Set list 32

STEP 32STEP 2STEP 1

Set list 1

STEP 32

STEP 2STEP 1

Set list 2

STEP 32STEP 2STEP 1

Drum kit 7

Drum kit 1

Drum kit 3

Drum kit 13

Drum kit 14

Drum kit 8

Drum kit 23

Drum kit 5

Drum kit 11

Creating a Set List

1. Press the [DRUM KIT] button.

The DRUM KIT screen appears.

2. Press the [F1] button.

The SET LIST screen appears, and set list turns on.

Set list number Set list name Step number

Current drum kit

Button Explanation

[F1] (

SET LIST)

Select a set list.

[F2] (SET LIST

)

[F5] (SETUP)

Accesses a screen where you can edit the

set list.

3. Press the [F5] (SETUP) button.

The setup screen appears.

Button Explanation

[F1] (MOVE LIST

)

Changes the order of the set list at

the cursor position.

[F2] (MOVE LIST

)

[F4] (NAME)

Renames the set list at the cursor

position (p. 39).

[F5] (STEP EDIT)

Edits the steps of the set list at the

cursor position.

4. Use the dial to select the set list that you want

to edit.

5. Press the [F5] (STEP EDIT) button.

The SET LIST STEP EDIT screen appears.

Set list number

Step number

Drum kit at this step

6. Use the cursor buttons to select each step,

and use the dial to specify the drum kit at that

step.

Button Explanation

[F4] (DELETE)

Step at the cursor position is deleted, and

steps after this point are moved forward

one place.

[F5] (INSERT)

The same drum kit is inserted at the cursor

position, and steps after this point are

moved backward one place.

MEMO

If the set list is empty, move the cursor to “END” and use

the dial to specify a drum kit.

7. Press the [DRUM KIT] button to return to the

SET LIST screen.

Performing

Using Set Lists

1. Press the [DRUM KIT] button.

The DRUM KIT screen appears.

2. Press the [F1] button.

The set list turns on.

3. Press the [F1] (

SET LIST) button or [F2]

(SET LIST

) button to select the set list that

you want to use.

4. Use the dial to select drum kits in the order of

the specied steps.

5. When you’ve nished playing, press the

[DRUM KIT] button or the [EXIT] button.

The set list function turns o.

MEMO

5 You can assign the appropriate function to a footswitch

or pad, and use it to recall set lists or drum kits. For

details, refer to “Assigning Functions to Footswitches or

Pads (CONTROL)” (p. 60).

5 If there are discrepancies between the volumes of each

drum kit, adjust the volume of the entire drum kit (p. 31).

5 To return from the SET LIST screen to the DRUM KIT

screen, press the [DRUM KIT] button or the [EXIT]

button.

Performing Along with a Song

You can enjoy playing the drums along with songs on your smartphone, tablet, or other mobile device (subsequently called

“smartphone”) or songs that can be played back on the TD-27 itself.

Performing Along with a Song from Your Smartphone

Connecting via a Cable to the MIX IN Jack

1. Connect a stereo mini-plug cable

(commercially available) from your

smartphone to the TD-27’s MIX IN jack (p. 10).

2. Play back a song on your smartphone.

3. Turn the [BACKING] knob to adjust the volume

of the song.

Connecting Wirelessly via Bluetooth

In order to connect your

smartphone wirelessly to the

TD-27 via Bluetooth, you’ll

need to “pair” by registering the

TD-27 in your smartphone so that

the two devices can authenticate

with each other.

As an example, we explain how to make settings for an

iPhone.

* Once a smartphone has been paired with TD-27, there is

no need to perform pairing again. Refer to “Connecting an

already-paired smartphone” (p. 20).

Registering the smartphone (pairing)

1. Place the smartphone that you want to

connect near TD-27.

2. Press the [SYSTEM] button.

3. Move the cursor to “BLUETOOTH,” and press

the [ENTER] button.

4. Press the [F1] (PAIRING) button.

If you decide to cancel pairing, press the [F1] (CANCEL)

button or [EXIT] button.

5. Turn on the Bluetooth function of your

smartphone.

6. Tap “TD-27 AUDIO” that appears in the

smartphone’s Bluetooth “DEVICES” eld.

TD-27 and smartphone are paired. When pairing is

completed, a display like the following appears.

smartphone

“TD-27 AUDIO” is added to the “My devices”

area, and shown as “Connected.”

TD-27

The screen indicates “Completed (AUDIO).”

7. Press the [DRUM KIT] button to return to the

DRUM KIT screen.

Playing back songs from your smartphone

When you play back a song on your smartphone, you hear

the sound from the headphones or amplied speakers that

are connected to the TD-27.

To adjust the song volume, use the TD-27’s [BACKING] knob

or make adjustments on your smartphone.

MEMO

The song played back on your smartphone can be

recorded along with the sound of your performance on

the TD-27 (p. 27).

Connecting an already-paired smartphone

1. Turn on the Bluetooth function of your

smartphone.

This unit and the smartphone are connected wirelessly.

* If the above step does not establish a connection, tap

“TD-27 AUDIO” that are shown in the “DEVICES” eld of the

smartphone.

Pairing

Performing Along with a Song

All types of music that can be played back by the TD-27, including its built-in songs, audio les saved on an SD card, and

performance data recorded to an SD card are collectively called “songs.”

Types of song Explanation

Built-in songs

(INTERNAL)

Backing songs (audio data) built into

this unit, and demo performances

for previewing the drum kit sounds

(preview)

Songs saved on an SD card

(SD CARD)

Audio les (WAV/MP3) saved to an

SD card for backing

Songs recorded on an SD

card

(REC DATA)

A TD-27 performance saved

(exported) as audio data to an SD

card

1. Press the [SONG] button.

The SONG screen appears.

2. Turn the dial to select a song.

Each time you press the [F1] button, you cycle between

built-in songs (INTERNAL), audio les on the SD card

(SD CARD), and songs recorded (exported) to the SD card

(REC DATA).

3. Press the [

] button.

The selected song plays.

Operations during playback

[

] button

Play/stop the song

[ ][ ] buttons

Fast-forward [ ] / Rewind [ ] the song

[ ] button

Move to the beginning of the song

Use the [ ] button to

move the cursor to

“SPEED”

dial

Make the song’s playback speed faster

(rotate right) or slower (rotate left)

[F4](A-B) button

Successively switch between loop

playback, normal playback, and A-B

repeat.

Reference

For the list of built-in songs, refer to “Data List” (PDF).

Repeatedly Playing a Specied Region

(A-B Repeat)

You can make a specied region of the song repeat. This is

convenient when you want to practice the same section of a

song repeatedly.

* You can’t specify A-B repeat for an internal drum

performance song.

A B

1. Select and play a song.

2. In the SONG screen, press the [F4] (A-B)

button at the location where you want to start

repeating.

The character “A” appears.

MEMO

You can use the [

] / [ ] buttons to move backward or

forward in ve-second steps. Hold down a button to

rewind or fast-forward.

3. At the location where you want to stop

repeating, press the [F4] (A-B) button.

The character “B” appears, and the region of the song

between “A” and “B” plays repeatedly.

Press the [F4] (A-B RPT) button to return to normal

playback.

Performing Along with a Song

Viewing and editing song information

You can view the type of song, its name, and its playing

time, and edit the song’s volume and the way in which it

plays.

1. Press the [SONG] button.

The SONG screen appears.

2. Use the dial to select the song whose settings

you want to edit.

3. Press the [F2] (SETUP) button.

The SONG INFO/FUNC screen appears.

Song information

Display Explanation

Type

Song type

(INTERNAL / SD CARD / REC DATA)

Name Song name

Folder

Song save location

In the case of an SD card, the save location

on the SD card is shown (top directory or REC

folder).

Total Time

Song playback time

* Not shown for songs containing only a

drum performance.

4. Use the cursor buttons to select the item that

you want to edit, and use the dial to edit the

value of the setting.

Parameter Value Explanation

Loop Type

ONE SHOT

Play back only once and then

stop.

LOOP Play repeatedly.

Song Level

-INF–+6.0

[dB]

Changes the volume of the song

relative to the drum performance.

Click Track

Level

Changes the volume of the click

track relative to the song.

* Only if there is a click track

corresponding to the song

5. Press the [EXIT] button to return to the SONG

screen.

SD card folder structure

REC folder

Recorded data that was exported is

saved here.

IMPORT folder

If there are audio les that you want to

import as User Samples, save them in

this folder.

TD-27 folder

Roland folder

TD-27’s backup data is saved here.

Backup folder

Backup data is saved

here.

Kit folder

Drum Kit backup data is

saved here.

When transferring les from your

computer to an SD card

Audio les can be played back from the top level of

the SD card.

* You can put up to 200 song les in a single folder.

* Keep the song length within one hour per le.

Audio les that can be played by the TD-27

WAV MP3

Format

(extension)

WAV (.wav) MP3 (.mp3)

Sampling

frequency

44.1 kHz 44.1 kHz

Bit rate 16, 24-bit 64 kbps–320 kbps

* File names or folder names that contain more than

16 characters are not shown correctly. Files and

folders using double-byte characters are also not

supported.

Performing Along with a Song

Playing Back the Click Along with the Song

Separately from the audio le (WAV) that contains the song, you can use an audio le (WAV) that contains a click sound and

play it as the click track. Since the click track plays simultaneously with the song, this is convenient when you want to play a

click sound along with a favorite song.

* To play back a click track, you must prepare a song and a click audio le in WAV format. MP3 les are not supported.

Preparing a Click Track

1. Separately from the audio le (WAV)

containing the song, provide an audio

le (WAV le) that you will play back

simultaneously as the click track.

2. On your computer, edit the le name of the le

that you prepared in step 1.

Specify “song le name+_Click” as the name of the audio

le that you want to play as the click track.

Example)

If you want the click track to play back along with a song

named “TD-27.wav” then you would specify “TD-27_Click.

wav” as the name of the click audio le.

3. Save the song audio le and the click audio le

in the top directory of the SD card (p. 22).

In the case of the example, save “TD-27.wav” and “TD-27_

Click.wav” in the same level.

Playing Back the Click Track Along with the

Song

1. Press the [SONG] button.

The SONG screen appears.

2. Press the [F1] button several times to select

“SD CARD.”

3. Use the dial to select the song that you want to

play back together with the click track.

In the case of the example, select the song “TD-27. wa v.”

4. Press the [F5] button to specify “CLICK ON.”

5. Press the [

] button.

The click track plays together with the song playback.

MEMO

5 To adjust the volume of the click track relative to the

song, adjust Click Track Level or Song Level.

&“Viewing and editing song information” (p. 22)

In the case of the above example, use Song Level to

adjust the volume of “TD-27.wav” and use Click Track

Level to adjust the volume of “TD-27_Click.wav.”

5 To mute the click track, press the [F5] button to specify

“CLICK OFF.”

5 You can also output the click track only to headphones.

&“Audio Output Assignments (OUTPUT)” (p. 55).

Practicing

Sounding a Click (Metronome)

You can sound a click and practice drumming at a steady

tempo.

Turning the Click On/O

1. Press the [CLICK] button.

The CLICK screen appears.

2. Press the [F1] button.

The click sounds.

You can adjust the volume of the click using the

[BACKING] knob.

3. Press the [F1] button once again.

The click stops.

MEMO

5 You can also turn the click on/o by holding down the

[ENTER] button and pressing the [CLICK] button.

5 You can also output the click only to headphones. For

details, refer to “Audio Output Assignments (OUTPUT)”

(p. 55).

Changing the tempo

1. In the CLICK screen (TEMPO tab), turn the dial

to adjust the tempo.

Changing the beat

1. In the CLICK screen (TEMPO tab), use the

cursor buttons to select the Beat.

2. Use the dial to specify Beat.

3. Press the [DRUM KIT] button to return to the

DRUM KIT screen.

Reference

For other settings related to click, refer to “Data List”

(PDF).

Practicing in Coach Mode

This unit provides practice modes called “Coach Mode”

which are designed to make your practicing as eective as

possible.

This provides three menus: “TIME CHECK,” “QUIET COUNT,”

and “WARM UPS.” These help you improve your speed

control, accuracy, and endurance. You can also change to

settings that are appropriate for your level of performing

skill.

Selecting a Practice Menu

1. Press the [COACH] button.

The COACH MENU screen appears.

2. Use the cursor buttons to select the coach

menu, and press [ENTER] button.

Correctly Playing in Time with the Beat

(TIME CHECK)

This lets you practice drumming in accurate time along with

the click.

1. In the TIME CHECK screen, press the [F5]

(START) button.

MEMO

If you decide to stop mid-way through practice, press the

[F4] (STOP) button.

2. Strike the pad in time with the click.

The screen indicates whether your pad strikes match the beat

sounded by the click.

BEHIND: Behind the beat

AHEAD: Ahead of the beat

The percentage of

your strikes that were

played with accurate

timing is displayed as

a “%” value.

Your strike timing is evaluated.

To resume practicing, press the [F5] (RETRY) button.

Practicing

3. Press the [EXIT] button to nish.

TIME CHECK settings

In the TIME CHECK screen, you can press the [F2] (SETUP)

button to change the pads that are evaluated and the

number of measures that are scored.

Parameter Value Explanation

Score

Species whether the score will be shown in the

screen.

OFF

Your performance will not be scored.

Only the timing will be checked.

(4, 8, 16,

32 meas)

The score will be shown in the screen.

You can also specify the number of

measures you’ll practice before being

scored.

Grade

Species the strictness of scoring.

EASY Normal

HARD Timing will be checked more strictly.

Display 1

Display 2

In the screen, select the pad for which a timing graph

will be shown.

Gauge

LEFT

BEHIND

The left side of the timing graph is shown

as BEHIND (late).

LEFT

AHEAD

The left side of the timing graph is shown

as AHEAD (early).

* You can press the [F3] (CLICK) button to make click

settings (p. 24).

Developing Internal Timing Sense

(QUIET COUNT)

This lets you practice keeping the tempo with your body.

For the rst few measures, the click is heard at the specied

volume, but for the next few measures the click is not heard.

This cycle of several measures will continue until you stop it.

1. In the QUIET COUNT screen, press the [F5]

(START) button.

2. Strike the pad in time with the click.

5 The click will sound during the rst few measures. When

you reach the last measure during which the click will

sound, the screen will indicate “Ready..”

5 When the click stops sounding, the screen indication will

change to “Quiet.” Continue striking the pads during this

time.

5 After the Quiet region, the proportion of your strikes that

were played at an accurate tempo are shown as a “%.”

3. Press the [F4] (STOP) button.

4. Press the [EXIT] button to nish.

Quiet Count settings

In the QUIET COUNT screen, press the [F2] (SETUP) button to

access the settings screen.

Parameter Value Explanation

Measures

2, 4, 8, 16

(Measures)

Specify the length (measures) of

the interval for which the click will

alternate between “Sounding” and

“Quiet.”

Quiet

Of the measures specied by “Measures,” this setting

species the length of the measures that will be

“Quiet.”

RANDOM

The length of the Quiet interval will

randomly change each time.

1, 2, 4

Species the length (number of

measures) of the Quiet interval.

* This setting cannot be longer than

half of the Measures value.

* You can press the [F3] (CLICK) button to make click

settings (p. 24).

WARM UPS

In this mode you’ll successively practice steps 1–3, be

graded on your performance at each step, and then receive

a nal evaluation.

You can choose one of three courses (5/10/15 minutes),

ranging from easy to dicult. You can also adjust the tempo

according to your level of skill.

MEMO

After starting WARM UPS, you can press the [F5] (PAUSE)

button to pause or resume.

While paused, you can press the [F4] (STOP) button to

stop.

1. In the WARM UPS screen, press the [F5] (START)

button.

Step 1: Change-Up

In this step, the rhythm type will change every two

measures.

Starting from half notes, the note values will gradually

become shorter, and will then return to half notes; this

change in rhythms will be repeated.

Step 2: Auto Up/Down

The tempo will gradually be raised and lowered.

The tempo will increase by 1 BPM (beat-per-minute) for

each beat until the click reaches the upper limit; then

the tempo will continue slowing down by 1 BPM until it

reaches the initial tempo.

* Auto Up/Down will be executed if Duration is 10 MINS or

15 MINS.

* Auto Up/Down does not let you use the [TEMPO] knob to

adjust the current tempo.

* The current tempo value will be the lower tempo limit.

Step 3:Time Check

At this step, the accuracy of your playing will be checked

against the click. You can see in the screen if you are

ahead, behind or on the beat.

Overall evaluation

This grades your performance at each step, and displays

the overall evaluation.

To resume practicing, press the [F5] (RETRY) button.

Evaluation

(display)

EXCELLENT!, VERY GOOD!, GOOD, AVERAGE,

START OVER

2. Press the [EXIT] button to nish.

WARM UPS settings

In the WARM UPS screen, press the [F2] (SETUP) button to

access the settings screen.

Parameter Value Explanation

Duration

Species the time.

5 MINS

Time required: 5 minutes

Change-Up: 2 minutes

Time Check: 3 minutes

10 MINS

Time required: 10 minutes

Change-Up: 3 minutes

Auto Up/Down: 3 minutes

Time Check: 4 minutes

15 MINS

Time required: 15 minutes

Change-Up: 5 minutes

Auto Up/Down: 5 minutes

Time Check: 5 minutes

Grade

Species the strictness of scoring.

EASY Normal

HARD Timing will be checked more strictly.

Max Tempo

Species the upper tempo limit during step 2: Auto

Up/Down.

* You can press the [F3] (CLICK) button to make click

settings (p. 24).

Practicing

Recording

Recording a Performance

You can easily record your own performance and play it

back.

MEMO

Recording is required SD card. If there is no SD card,

approximately three minutes of temporary recording are

possible, but this cannot be saved to internal memory.

Recording

* If you want to save (export) your recorded song to an SD

card, insert the SD card before you continue (p. 11).

* The maximum recording time is approximately 60

minutes if an SD card is inserted, or approximately three

minutes if an SD card is not inserted.

1. Press the [

] button.

The REC STANDBY screen appears, and TD-27 is in the

record-standby condition.

MEMO

If you want to record along with a click (metronome),

sound the click at this point (p. 24).

2. Turn the dial to select what will be recorded.

Display Explanation

ALL

Record all sound (except for the click and

the click track).

DRUMS ONLY Record only the sound of the drums.

3. Press the [

] button to start recording.

4. Press the [

] button once again to stop

recording.

Playback and saving

5. Press the [F5] (PREVIEW) button.

The recorded performance plays back.

If you want to exit without saving the song to the SD

card, press the [F1] (DELETE) button.

6. Press the [F4] (EXPORT) button to save the

song.

A conrmation message appears.

7. Use the cursor buttons to select “OK,” and

press the [ENTER] button.

The song is saved on the SD card.

Recording Your Performance Along with a Song

You can record your performance along with one of the

TD-27’s built-in backing (accompaniment) songs or a song

saved on the SD card.

MEMO

If you want to record along with a song from your

smartphone connected via the MIX IN jack or via

Bluetooth, play back the song on your smartphone while

you record as described in “Recording a Performance.”

Selecting and recording a song

1. Press the [SONG] button.

The SONG screen appears.

2. Use the dial to select the song that you want

to record along with.

Each time you press the [F1] button, you cycle between

built-in songs (INTERNAL), audio les on the SD card

(SD CARD), and songs recorded (exported) to the SD card

(REC DATA).

* You can’t record along with a built-in demo performance.

3. Press the [

] button.

The REC STANDBY screen appears, and TD-27 is in the

record-standby condition.

4. Use the dial to select “ALL” as the recording

target.

5. Press the [F1] (with SONG) button.

6. Press the [

] button to start recording.

TD-27 starts recording and the song starts playing.

7. Press the [

] button once again to stop

recording.

Playback and saving

8. Press the [F5] (PREVIEW) button.

The recorded performance plays back.

If you want to exit without saving the song to the SD

card, press the [F1] (DELETE) button.

9. Press the [F4] (EXPORT) button to save the

song.

A conrmation message appears.

Recording

10.

Use the cursor buttons to select “OK,” and press

the [ENTER] button.

The song is saved on the SD card.

Recording on a Connected Computer

You can connect the TD-27 to your computer and record

28 channels of multi-track audio onto your DAW software

(commercially available), or record your performance as

MIDI data.

NOTE

5 For some types of computer, this might not work

correctly. Refer to the Roland website for details on the

operating systems that are supported.

5 A USB cable is not included. Use a USB 2.0 cable. You can

purchase one from the dealer where you purchased the

TD-27.

5 Use a USB port on your computer that supports USB2.0

Hi-Speed.

Installing the USB Driver

The USB driver is software that transfers data between the

TD-27 and your computer software.

In order to transmit and receive audio as USB AUDIO, you

must install the USB driver.

USB cable

(commercially available)

MEMO

For details on downloading and installing the USB driver,

refer to the Roland website.

http://www.roland.com/support/

Reference

For details on USB driver settings, refer to “Specifying the

USB Driver” (p. 58).

Editing a Drum Kit

The TD-27 lets you shape your sounds in a wide variety of ways, from customizing the drum itself by changing the head type

or shell depth, to adjusting the reverberation. If you want to make changes intuitively, use the sound modify knobs. If you

want to make precise settings while viewing the values in the screen, start your editing from the [KIT EDIT] button.

* Since the TD-27 automatically saves the values that you change, there’s no need to perform a specic operation to save your

settings. Settings are also saved when you turn o the power.

MEMO

You can temporarily save the drum kit that you’re editing, and compare it with the current settings while you edit (the

snapshot function) (p. 34).

Editing with the Sound Modify Knobs

1. Press the [DRUM KIT] button.

The DRUM KIT screen appears.

2. Turn the dial to select the drum kit that you

want to edit.

3. Strike the pad that you want to edit.

To select the rim of a pad, strike the rim.

MEMO

By holding down the [ENTER] button and pressing the

[SYSTEM] button, you can prevent the pad you’re editing

from being switched. This is convenient if you’re playing

a phrase while you edit.

4. Use [INSTRUMENT] knob to select an

instrument.

Instrument

group

Instrument

name

Pad to edit

Pad location (head/rim/bell)

Instrument number

Reference

For the Instrument List, refer to “Data List” (PDF).

5. Use the sound modify knobs to edit the

instrument.

[LEVEL] knob

Adjusts the volume (level) of the instrument

that’s selected in the screen.

[TUNING] knob

Adjusts the pitch (tuning) of the instrument

that’s selected in the screen.

[MUFFLING]

knob

Adjusts the decay length (muing) of the

instrument that’s selected in the screen.

MEMO

If you don’t perform an operation or strike a pad for a

certain length of time, you return to the previous screen.

6. Press the [DRUM KIT] button to return to the

DRUM KIT screen.

MEMO

Even when a screen other than the DRUM KIT screen is

shown, you can turn the sound modify knobs to edit the

currently selected drum kit (with the exception of certain

screens).

Editing a Drum Kit

Editing with the [KIT EDIT] Button

1. Press the [DRUM KIT] button.

The DRUM KIT screen appears.

2. Turn the dial to select the drum kit that you want to edit.

3. Press the [KIT EDIT] button.

The KIT EDIT screen appears.

4. Strike the pad that you want to edit.

To select the rim of a pad, strike the rim.

MEMO

By holding down the [ENTER] button and pressing the [SYSTEM] button, you can prevent the pad you’re editing from being

switched. This is convenient if you’re playing a phrase while you edit.

5. Use the cursor buttons to select the parameter that you want to edit, and press [ENTER] button.

Parameter Screen Explanation

INSTRUMENT

INSTRUMENT Screen

SUB INSTRUMENT Screen

Changes the type of instrument.

You can also edit the settings of each instrument, such as the

type of head, the depth of the shell, and the ambience.

You can layer the main instrument with a sub instrument so

that they are heard together.

MEMO

5 When the INSTRUMENT screen or the SUB INSTRUMENT

screen is shown, press the [ENTER] button to access the

instrument list.

5 An audio le that you created on your computer can be

loaded from an SD card into this unit, and played or edited

as an instrument “Importing and Playing Audio Files

(USER SAMPLE)” (p. 35).

TRANSIENT

Boost or suppress the attack or release portions of the

instrument (Transient).

* This cannot be specied for user samples.

PAD VOL

Adjust the volume and pan (stereo position) of each pad, and

the volume of the entire drum kit.

PAD EQ

Adjusts the tonal character of each pad (pad equalizer).

Adjust the tonal character by boosting or cutting each of three

bands (LOW, MID, HIGH).

Editing a Drum Kit

Parameter Screen Explanation

PAD COMP

Adjusts the dynamics of each pad (pad compressor).

OVERHEAD

Adjusts the sound of the overhead mics that capture the entire

drum kit.

ROOM

Simulates the reverberation and resonance of the location in

which you’re playing the drums.

You can obtain a more natural and present drum sound by

adjusting the type of room and its size (room ambience), and

the reverberation (reverb).

MFX

You can choose up to three eects from 30 types, and apply

these eects to the drum kit.

MEMO

To switch the type of MFX, move the cursor to the location

shown in the illustration, and turn the dial.

MASTER COMP *1

Adjusts the overall dynamics of the drum kit.

Make settings for the stereo compressor/limiter (master comp)

that is applied on the nal stage of the master output.

MASTER EQ

Adjust the tonal character of the entire drum kit by boosting or

cutting each of four bands (LOW, MID1, MID2, HIGH). You can

also use this to compensate the tonal character when using

master comp.

*1: Using the master comp

5 When used as a compressor, this allows you to raise the overall loudness of the drums by compressing brief peaks in the

sound. This lets the sound project better, without being buried in the mix by the other instruments.

5 When used as a comp-limiter, this lets you increase the recording level while limiting the maximum input to the recording

device.

5 If you’re using a small monitor amp, you can use this eect as a limiter so that the peaks of the drum sound are limited,

making the sound less likely to distort.

Reference

For details on the parameters that can be edited, refer to “Data List” (PDF).

6. Use the cursor buttons and the dial to change the settings.

7. Press the [DRUM KIT] button to return to the DRUM KIT screen.

MEMO

5 In screens where the [F5] (H & R) button is shown, you can individually edit the parameters for each dierent striking

location, such as the head and the rim.

5 You can rename a drum kit that you edited, or change the controller illumination color for each drum kit. For details, refer

to “Other Settings” (p. 39).

Editing a Drum Kit

Layering Instruments (SUB INSTRUMENT)

You can layer the main instrument with a sub instrument so

that they are heard together. You can also switch between

two instruments according to the force of your strike, or vary

the balance between them.

Selecting a sub instrument

1. Press the [DRUM KIT] button.

The DRUM KIT screen appears.

2. Turn the dial to select the drum kit that you

want to edit.

3. Press the [KIT EDIT] button.

The KIT EDIT screen appears.

4. Use the cursor buttons to select the

[INSTRUMENT], and press [ENTER] button.

The INSTRUMENT screen appears.

5. Strike the pad that you want to edit.

To select the rim of a pad, strike the rim.

6. Press the [F4] (SUB INST) button.

The SUB INSTRUMENT screen appears.

Sub instrument group

Sub instrument name

Sub instrument parameters

Main instrument name

7. Move the cursor to the sub instrument or the

sub instrument group, and use the dial to

select a sub instrument.

Reference

For details on the parameters that can be edited, refer to

“Data List” (PDF).

Turning the sub instrument on/o

1. In the SUB INSTRUMENT screen, press the [F1]

button.

The sub-instrument is switched on/o.

Choosing by hitting a pad

To edit the settings for a pad, strike that pad to select

it. To select the rim of a pad, strike the rim.

Selecting an instrument for each strike

location

In a screen where the [F5] (H&R) button is shown, you

can choose whether instruments for areas such as the

head and rim are selected together as a set (ON) or

independently (OFF).

[F5] (H&R)

button

Explanation

Instruments for areas such as head and rim are

selected as a set.

As appropriate for the selected instrument, the

recommended instruments are selected as a

set.

* If the same parameter exists within the

instruments that are selected as a set, they

are automatically set to the same value.

* Depending on the instrument, the same

instrument might be selected for all areas

such as head and rim.

OFF

Instruments are selected individually for each

struck area, such as the head and the rim.

Preventing the currently edited pad from

changing (Trigger Lock)

If you want to audition your performance sounds

while you edit the instruments, you can specify that

the currently edited pad does not change even if you

strike another pad.

1. While holding down the [ENTER] button,

press the [SYSTEM] button.

The pad to edit is locked, and a lock symbol

appears at the upper right of the screen.

* The pad remains locked even if you use MIDI

messages to switch pads.

2. To disable the lock, hold down the

[ENTER] button once again and press the

[SYSTEM] button.

The lock symbol in the upper right of the screen

disappears.

MEMO

5 Even when the pad to edit is locked, you can use

the cursor buttons to switch the pad to edit.

5 You can also use the [ENTER] button + [

]

[ ] buttons to select a pad, and use the [ENTER]

button + [ ][ ] buttons to switch between head

and rim.

Editing a Drum Kit

Comparing with or Reverting to the Unedited Drum Kit (SNAPSHOT)

You can temporarily save the currently-edited drum kit, and compare it with the current settings or revert back to it (Snapshot

function).

Save temporarily

(STOCK)

Edit

Immediately after

selecting drum kit (UNDO)

Current drum kit

(CURRENT)

1. Press the [DRUM KIT] button.

The DRUM KIT screen appears.

2. Turn the dial to select the drum kit that you

want to edit.

When you select a drum kit, the data of the selected

drum kit is stored in “UNDO.”

3. When you want to temporarily save the drum

kit settings that you’re editing, press the [F4]

(UNDO) button in the DRUM KIT screen.

The SNAPSHOT screen appears, and the current drum kit

(CURRENT) is selected.

4. Press the [F5] (SAVE) button.

The current drum kit settings are saved in STOCK.

5. Press the [EXIT] button to exit the SNAPSHOT

screen, and edit the drum kit.

* When you switch drum kits, the settings saved in STOCK

are deleted.

6. In the DRUM KIT screen, press the [F4] (UNDO)

button.

7. Use the cursor buttons to switch between the

saved drum kits, and play them to compare.

Screen Explanation

CURRENT Current drum kit settings

STOCK Drum kit settings saved in STOCK

UNDO

Settings immediately after selecting the

drum kit

8. Use the cursor buttons to select the state that

you want to bring back.

If you want to continue with the current drum kit

settings, press the [DRUM KIT] button to return to the

DRUM KIT screen.

9. Press the [F5] (RESTORE) button.

A conrmation message appears.

If you decide to cancel, select “CANCEL” and press the

[ENTER] button.

10.

Use the cursor buttons to select “OK,” and press

the [ENTER] button.

The current drum kit settings return to the settings of the

drum kit that you selected in step 8.

11.

Press the [DRUM KIT] button to return to the

DRUM KIT screen.

Editing a Drum Kit

Importing and Playing Audio Files (USER SAMPLE)

Audio les that you created on your computer can be imported from an SD card into the TD-27, and played as instruments

(User Sample function). You can edit the sound of a user sample or apply eects to it in the same way as other instruments.

Audio les that can be loaded by the TD-27

WAV le

Format (extension) WAV (.wav)

Sampling frequency 44.1 kHz

Bit rate 16, 24-bit

Length Maximum 180 seconds

* File names or folder names that contain more than 16 characters are not shown correctly. Files and folders using double-

byte characters are also not supported.

Importing an Audio File

Here’s how to import an audio le into the TD-27 as a user

sample.

1. Insert an SD card into the TD-27 (p. 11).

2. Press the [USER SAMPLE] button.

The USER SAMPLE screen appears.

3. Move the cursor to the “IMPORT,” and press the

[ENTER] button.

The USER SAMPLE IMPORT screen appears.

Cursor button Explanation

[

] button Moves cursor (up)

[

] button Moves cursor (down)

[

] button Exits a folder

[

] button Enters a folder

MEMO

You can press the [F5](PREVIEW) button to hear the

sound being imported.

4. Use the cursor buttons to select an audio le,

and press the [F1] (SELECT) button.

The USER SAMPLE IMPORT (DESTINATION) screen

appears.

5. Use the cursor buttons to select the import-

destination number, and press the [F5]

(IMPORT) button.

A conrmation message appears.

* If you select a number in which data already exists, the

message “User Sample Exists!” appears. Select a number

that contains no data.

6. Use the cursor buttons to select “OK,” and press

the [ENTER] button.

The audio le is imported.

Editing a Drum Kit

Assigning a User Sample to an Instrument

and Playing It

1. Press the [DRUM KIT] button.

The DRUM KIT screen appears.

2. Turn the dial to select the drum kit that you

want to edit.

3. Press the [KIT EDIT] button.

The KIT EDIT screen appears.

4. Strike the pad that you want to edit.

To select the rim of a pad, strike the rim.

5. Use the cursor buttons to select

“INSTRUMENT,” and press [ENTER] button.

6. Move the cursor to the Instrument group, and

use the dial to select “User Sample.”

7. Move the cursor to the Instrument number,

and use the dial to select the user sample that

you want to assign.

8. Press the [DRUM KIT] button to return to the

DRUM KIT screen.

When you strike a pad to which the user sample is

assigned, you hear that user sample.

MEMO

5 User samples can also be selected and edited by using

the sound modify knobs.

5 You can adjust the sound of a user sample and apply

eects to it in the same way as for other Instruments

(p. 30).

Listing the User Samples (LIST)

Here’s how to view a list of all user samples that have been

imported. You can audition the sound, specify looping, and

edit the name.

1. Press the [USER SAMPLE] button.

The USER SAMPLE screen appears.

2. Use the cursor buttons to select the “LIST” and

press the [ENTER] button.

The USER SAMPLE LIST screen appears.

Remaining amount of user sample area

User sample number and name

How user

samples are

sounded

User sample information

3. Use the cursor buttons to select a user sample.

MEMO

You can press the [F5] (PREVIEW) button to play back

the selected user sample. If you press the [F5] (PREVIEW)

button once again during playback, the playback stops.

Specifying How the User Sample Is Sounded

You can specify how the user sample plays when you strike a

pad: only once, or continue repeating.

1. From the user sample list, select the user

sample for which you want to make the

setting.

2. Use the cursor [ ] button to move the cursor

to “Play Type,” and use the dial to change the

value.

Parameter Value Explanation

Play Type

ONE SHOT

MONO

When you strike the pad,

the currently-heard sound is

silenced before the new sound

is heard. Notes do not overlap.

ONE SHOT

POLY

When you strike the pad

repeatedly, the sounds of the

notes are heard overlapping.

LOOP ALT

The user sample plays

repeatedly (loop).

Each time you strike the pad,

the sound alternately plays or

stops.

Editing a Drum Kit

Specifying the Sounded Region of a User

Sample

You can specify the region of a user sample that is actually

sounded.

1. From the user sample list, select the user

sample for which you want to make the

setting.

1. Press the [F2] (START/END) button.

2. Use the cursor buttons and the dial to edit the

values.

Parameter Explanation

Zoom

Zooms the waveform display in or out.

You can zoom-in/out on the horizontal axis by

holding down the [ENTER] button and pressing

the cursor [

] [ ] buttons.

You can zoom-in/out on the vertical axis by

holding down the [ENTER] button and pressing

the cursor [

] [ ] buttons.

Start

Adjusts the start point (the location at which

the user sample starts playing).

End

Adjusts the end point (the location at which the

user sample stops playing).

Deleting a User Sample

Here’s how to delete a user sample.

1. From the user sample list, select the user

sample that you want to delete.

2. Press the [F3] (DELETE) button.

A conrmation message appears.

If you decide to cancel, select “CANCEL” and press the

[ENTER] button.

3. Use the cursor buttons to select “OK,” and

press the [ENTER] button.

The user sample is deleted.

Renaming a User Sample

Here’s how to rename a user sample.

1. From the user sample list, select the user

sample that you want to rename.

2. Press the [F4] (NAME) button.

3. Edit the name (p. 39).

4. Press the [F5] (EXIT) button to exit the SAMPLE

NAME screen.

Editing a Drum Kit

Organizing User Samples

Here’s how to renumber the user sample numbers or optimize the user sample area.

1. Press the [USER SAMPLE] button.

The USER SAMPLE screen appears.

2. Use the cursor buttons to select “RENUMBER,” “OPTIMIZE,” or “DELETE ALL” and press [ENTER] button.

The screen of the selected item appears, and a conrmation screen appears.

Example) If you select RENUMBER

If you decide to cancel, select “CANCEL” and press the [ENTER] button.

Menu Explanation

RENUMBER

Packing user sample numbers forward

If you repeatedly import and delete user samples, the numbers will become discontinuous.

This function lets you pack the user samples forward. The user sample assignments for drum kits are also updated so that

they will sound correctly.

* If you executed RENUMBER, and then load previously-saved backup data or kit backup data (that does not include user

samples), the user samples assigned to the drum kit will no longer be correctly reproduced.

OPTIMIZE

Optimizing the user sample area

If you repeatedly import and delete user samples, the user sample area might become fragmented, reducing the number

of user samples that can be loaded.

This function optimizes the area so that user samples can be loaded.

NOTE

5 Be sure to back up before executing this (p. 47).

5 This process might take more than an hour in some cases (This will vary depending on the number and size of the user

samples).

5 Never turn o the power while this operation is in progress. If you do so, the user samples might be lost.

5 In some cases, optimizing might not produce results.

DELETE ALL

Deleting all user samples

All user samples in the user memory are deleted.

NOTE

All user samples used in drum kits are also deleted. Pads to which a user sample is assigned will no longer produce

sound.

3. Use the cursor buttons to select “OK,” and press the [ENTER] button.

The selected function is executed.

Editing a Drum Kit

Other Settings

You can make settings such as renaming a drum kit that you’ve customized, or changing the color of the controller

illumination for each drum kit.

1. In the drum kit screen that you want to edit, press the [KIT EDIT] button.

The KIT EDIT screen appears.

2. Press the [F5] (OTHER) button.

The KIT EDIT OTHER screen appears.

3. Use the cursor buttons to select the menu item that you want to edit, and press the [ENTER] button.

Menu Explanation Page

KIT NAME Edit the name of the drum kit. p. 39

KIT TEMPO Specify that a tempo is automatically set when you select a drum kit. p. 40

KIT MIDI

Specify the MIDI messages that are transmitted and received by a pad when a MIDI device is

connected to this unit.

p. 40

MUTE GROUP

Mute group settings let you specify that when you strike a pad, other pads in the same mute group

are muted (silenced).

p. 41

POSITION Species how the sound is aected by the position at which you strike the pad. p. 41

PEDAL BEND

Species the amount of pitch change that occurs according to the depth to which you press the hi-hat

pedal.

p. 42

BRUSH SW You can specify whether you’re performing with sticks or with brushes. p. 42

KIT COLOR

For each drum kit, you can change the illumination color of the [DRUM KIT] button and sound modify

knobs.

p. 42

COPY Copy drum kit settings or individual pad settings from user memory or an SD card. p. 43

4. According to the menu item you selected, use the cursor buttons and the dial to edit the settings.

Press the [DRUM KIT] button to return to the DRUM KIT screen.

Renaming the Drum Kit (KIT NAME)

Here’s how to rename the currently selected drum kit.

1. Press the [KIT EDIT] button.

The KIT EDIT screen appears.

2. Press the [F5] (OTHER) button.

The KIT EDIT OTHER screen appears.

3. Move the cursor to the “KIT NAME” and press

the [ENTER] button.

The DRUM KIT NAME screen appears.

4. Edit the name.

You can enter a kit name (upper line) of up to 12

characters, and a sub-name (lower line) of up to 16

characters.

Controller Explanation

Cursor buttons

Move the cursor to the character that you

want to change.

Dial Change the character.

[F3] (INSERT)

button

Insert a space at the cursor location.

[F4] (DELETE)

button

Delete the character at the cursor

location.

5. Press the [F5] (EXIT) button to exit the DRUM

KIT NAME screen.

Editing a Drum Kit

Specifying the Tempo for Each Drum Kit

(KIT TEMPO)

When you select a drum kit, the tempo you specify here is

automatically applied.

1. Press the [KIT EDIT] button.

The KIT EDIT screen appears.

2. Press the [F5] (OTHER) button.

The KIT EDIT OTHER screen appears.

3. Use the cursor buttons select to the “KIT

TEMPO” and press the [ENTER] button.

The KIT TEMPO screen appears.

4. Use the cursor buttons to select a parameter

and turn the dial to edit the value.

Parameter Value Explanation

Kit Tempo

OFF

Use a common tempo (p. 24) for the

entire TD-27.

The tempo does not change when

you switch drum kits.

Individually specify a tempo for each

drum kit.

When you select a drum kit whose

Kit Tempo setting is “ON,” the tempo

of that drum kit is applied to the

current tempo.

Tempo 20–260 Tempo specied for each drum kit

If you select a drum kit whose Kit Tempo is “ON,” the

tempo is shown in the DRUM KIT screen.

If the tempo of an individual drum kit is set dierently

than the overall tempo of the TD-27, an “*” is shown

before the tempo.

5. Press the [EXIT] button to exit the KIT TEMPO

screen.

Making MIDI Transmit/Receive Settings for

Each Pad (KIT MIDI)

You can specify the MIDI messages used by each pad for

transmission and reception when this unit is connected to a

MIDI device.

1. Press the [KIT EDIT] button.

The KIT EDIT screen appears.

2. Press the [F5] (OTHER) button.

The KIT EDIT OTHER screen appears.

3. Use the cursor buttons to select the “KIT MIDI”

and press the [ENTER] button.

The PAD MIDI SETTING (NOTE NO.) screen appears.

4. Press the [F1] (NOTE)–[F3] (MIDI CH) buttons

to select the item that you want to edit.

Button Explanation

[F1] (NOTE)

MIDI note number transmitted and received

by each pad

[F2] (GATE) Duration of the note transmitted by each pad

[F3] (MIDI CH)

MIDI channel used to transmit or receive note

messages for each pad

Reference

For details on the parameters that can be edited, refer to

“Data List” (PDF).

5. To select the pad for which to make settings,

either strike that pad or use the cursor

buttons.

6. Use the dial to edit the value.

7. Press the [EXIT] button to exit the PAD MIDI

SETTING screen.

MEMO

To return to the default values, press the [F5] (DEFAULT)

button.

* To play a pad from an external MIDI device, the incoming

message must match the MIDI note number and MIDI

channel setting of the desired pad.

Editing a Drum Kit

Muting the Sound of a Specic Pad When

You Strike a Pad (MUTE GROUP)

Mute group settings let you specify that when you strike

a pad, other pads in the same mute group are muted

(silenced).

For example, you could assign user samples to the

instruments of each pad, and make mute group settings

so that you can switch between user samples by striking

dierent pads.

1. Press the [KIT EDIT] button.

The KIT EDIT screen appears.

2. Press the [F5] (OTHER) button.

The KIT EDIT OTHER screen appears.

3. Use the cursor buttons to select the “MUTE

GROUP” and press the [ENTER] button.

The MUTE GROUP screen appears.

4. To select the pad for which to make settings,

either strike that pad or use the cursor buttons.

5. Use the cursor buttons and the dial to make

mute group settings.

Parameter Value Explanation

MUTE SEND

– (OFF),

1–8

Specify the mute group number.

When you strike the pad of the

number specied in MUTE SEND,

the sound of the pad assigned

to the same number in MUTE

RECEIVE is muted.

* Even if you specify the same

number in MUTE SEND and

MUTE RECEIVE for the same

location (e.g., head or rim) of

the same pad, muting does

not occur.

MUTE RECEIVE

MEMO

You can use cursor buttons [

][ ] to switch between

MUTE SEND and MUTE RECEIVE.

* When you specify a mute group, an arrow indicates

the pads that are muted when you strike the currently

selected pad, and the pads that when struck will mute the

currently selected pad (upper right illustration).

MEMO

To clear all mute groups, press the [F5] (RESET ALL)

button.

6. Press the [EXIT] button to exit the MUTE

GROUP screen.

Changing the Sound by the Pad Position

You Strike (POSITION)

Specify how the sound is aected by the position at which

you strike a pad.

1. Press the [KIT EDIT] button.

The KIT EDIT screen appears.

2. Press the [F5] (OTHER) button.

The KIT EDIT OTHER screen appears.

3. Use the cursor buttons to select the

“POSITION” and press the [ENTER] button.

The POSITION screen appears.

An example of the POSITION CONTROL screen

Button Explanation

[F1] (POSITION)

Turns on/o tonal changes that occur

depending on your strike location or the

nuances of your rim shots.

[F2] (POS AREA)

Species the striking area for the head or rim.

*1: This supports the following trigger inputs.

5 SNARE

5 TOM1–3

5 The bow (head) of RIDE

5 AUX1–3

4. To select the pad for which to make settings,

either strike that pad or use the cursor buttons.

5. Use the dial to edit the value.

Reference

For details on the parameters that can be edited, refer to

“Data List” (PDF).

* Depending on the pad that is connected or the

instrument that is selected, there might be cases in which

this has no eect.

Editing a Drum Kit

6. Press the [EXIT] button to exit the POSITION

CONTROL screen or POSITION AREA screen.

Controlling Tonal Change (PEDAL BEND)

Species the amount of pitch change that occurs according

to the depth to which you press the hi-hat pedal.

1. Press the [KIT EDIT] button.

The KIT EDIT screen appears.

2. Press the [F5] (OTHER) button.

The KIT EDIT OTHER screen appears.

3. Use the cursor buttons to select the “PEDAL

BEND” and press the [ENTER] button.

The PEDAL BEND RANGE screen appears.

4. To select the pad for which to make settings,

either strike that pad or use the cursor

buttons.

5. Use the dial to edit the value.

Reference

For details on the parameters that can be edited, refer to

“Data List” (PDF).

6. Press the [EXIT] button to exit the PEDAL

BEND RANGE screen.

Performing with Brushes (BRUSH SW)

You can specify whether you’re performing with sticks or

with brushes.

1. Press the [KIT EDIT] button.

The KIT EDIT screen appears.

2. Press the [F5] (OTHER) button.

The KIT EDIT OTHER screen appears.

3. Use the cursor buttons to select the “BRUSH

SW” and press the [ENTER] button.

The BRUSH screen appears.

4. Use the dial to edit the value.

Parameter Value Explanation

Brush Switch

OFF When performing with sticks

ON When performing with brushes

If Brush Switch is “ON,” the brush icon is shown in the

DRUM KIT screen.

MEMO

Brush performance is available in the following cases.

5 When you select an instrument that supports brush

performance, and assign it to the head of the snare

(refer to “Data List” (PDF)).

5 When you connect a mesh pad to the TRIGGER IN

jack (SNARE), or connect a pad that supports digital

connection to a DIGITAL TRIGGER IN port, and set

assign to “SNARE.”

5. Press the [EXIT] button to exit the BRUSH

screen.

Specifying the Illumination Color of the

[DRUM KIT] Button and Knobs (KIT COLOR)

For each drum kit, you can change the illumination color of

the [DRUM KIT] button and sound modify knobs.

This provides a useful way to distinguish between drum

kits; for example you could assign dierent colors to drum

kits of dierent genres, or use the color as a guideline when

editing instruments.

1. Press the [KIT EDIT] button.

The KIT EDIT screen appears.

2. Press the [F5] (OTHER) button.

The KIT EDIT OTHER screen appears.

3. Use the cursor buttons to select the “KIT

COLOR” and press the [ENTER] button.

The KIT COLOR screen appears.

4. Use the cursor buttons to select the

illumination color.

5. Press the [EXIT] button to exit the KIT COLOR

screen.

Editing a Drum Kit

Copying Settings (COPY)

The TD-27 lets you copy settings for a drum kit or for an

individual pad from user memory or an SD card.

NOTE

When you execute a copy operation, the contents of

the copy-destination are overwritten. If the destination

contains settings that you want to keep, back them up to

an SD card (p. 47).

1. Press the [KIT EDIT] button.

The KIT EDIT screen appears.

2. Press the [F5] (OTHER) button.

The KIT EDIT OTHER screen appears.

3. Use the cursor buttons to select the “COPY”

and press the [ENTER] button.

The COPY MENU screen appears.

4. Use the cursor buttons to select an item in

the copy menu, and then press the [ENTER]

button.

Copy menu Explanation

COPY KIT Copies the settings of a drum kit.

COPY PAD

Copies the settings of a pad (such as the

instrument assignments).

5. Copy the settings according to the menu item

that you selected.

Example 1) Copying a Drum Kit (COPY KIT)

1. In the COPY MENU screen, select “COPY KIT”

and then press the [ENTER] button.

The COPY KIT screen appears.

2. Press the [F1] (USER)–[F3] (SD CARD) buttons

to select the item that you want to edit.

Button Explanation

[F1] (USER)

Copies from user memory. Only if the

copy-source is user, you can exchange

the copy-source and copy-destination.

Button Explanation

[F2] (PRESET)

Copies drum kits of preset memory.

Choose this if you want to return to the

factory-set drum kit settings.

* User samples that are assigned to a

factory-set drum kit cannot be copied.

[F3] (SD CARD)

Copies drum kits from backup data saved

on an SD card.

3. Use the cursor buttons to select the

parameters, and use the dial to specify the

copy settings.

USER PRESET

Copy-source

Copy-destination User sample icon

(shown only if a drum kit that

uses user samples (p. 35) is

selected)

SD CARD

Copy-source

Copy-destination

Copy-source bank number

Include or don’t include user samples

User sample icon

* If you are copying backup data that does not include user

samples, you can’t select the “With User Sample” check box.

4. Press the [F5] (COPY) button.

By pressing the [F4] (EXCHANGE) button you can

exchange user memories (USER only).

A conrmation message appears.

If you decide to cancel, select “CANCEL” and press the

[ENTER] button.

5. Use the cursor buttons to select “OK,” and

press the [ENTER] button.

The drum kit is copied.

Editing a Drum Kit

Example 2) Copying a pad (COPY PAD)

1. In the COPY MENU screen, select “COPY PAD”

and then press the [ENTER] button.

The COPY PAD INST screen appears.

2. Press the [F1] (USER)–[F3] (SD CARD) buttons

to select the item that you want to edit.

Button Explanation

[F1] (USER)

Copies from user memory. Only if the

copy-source is user, you can exchange the

copy-source and copy-destination.

[F2] (PRESET)

Copies instruments of preset memory.

Choose this if you want to return to the

factory-set drum kit settings.

* User samples that are assigned to a

factory-set drum kit cannot be copied.

[F3] (SD CARD)

Copies instruments from backup data saved

on an SD card.

3. Use the cursor buttons to select the

parameters, and use the dial to specify the

copy settings.

USER PRESET

Instrument set to copy

Copied contents

(Copy Target)

Copy-source

Copy-destination

User sample icon

(shown only if a drum kit that

uses user samples (p. 35) is

selected)

SD CARD

Instrument set to

copy

Copied contents (Copy Target)

Copy-

source

Copy-destination

Copy-source bank number

Include or don’t include user samples

User sample icon

* If you are copying backup data that does not include user

samples, you can’t select the “With User Sample” check box.

Copied contents (Copy Target)

Value Explanation

with Pad EQ/

Comp

All pad-related settings (such as instrument, EDIT,

volume, ROOM/OVERHEAD send, and Pad EQ/

Comp) are copied.

Inst/VEdit

Only

Of the pad settings, settings other than Pad Eq/

Comp are copied, such as instrument settings (e.g.,

instrument, EDIT), volume, and ROOM/OVERHEAD

send.

Pad EQ/

Comp Only

Of the pad settings, only the pad equalizer (p. 31)

and pad compressor settings (p. 32) are copied.

4. Press the [F5] (COPY) button.

By pressing the [F4] (EXCHANGE) button you can

exchange user memories (USER only).

A conrmation message appears.

If you decide to cancel, select “CANCEL” and press the

[ENTER] button.

5. Use the cursor to select “OK,” and press the

[ENTER] button.

The instrument is copied.

System Settings

Making Various Settings (SYSTEM)

Basic Operation in SYSTEM

Settings that are common to the entire unit, such as

functions related to backing up the TD-27’s settings and the

power supply settings, are called “system” settings.

1. Press the [SYSTEM] button.

The SYSTEM screen appears.

2. Use the cursor buttons to select the menu that

you want to edit, and press [ENTER] button.

Menu Explanation Page

BLUETOOTH Makes Bluetooth settings.

p. 20,

p. 46

SD CARD

Initializes an SD card, or backs-up

the TD-27’s settings to an SD card.

p. 47

TRIGGER

Adjusts the trigger settings so that

the TD-27 can accurately process

the signal from the triggers. You

can also adjust pad settings such as

sensitivity (SENSITIVITY).

p. 51

OUTPUT

Specify the output destination of

the sounds.

p. 55

USB AUDIO Make USB audio settings. p. 58

MIDI

Make MIDI settings for this unit

when another MIDI device is

connected.

p. 59

OPTION

Make settings for the MIX IN jacks,

and the display.

p. 60

AUTO OFF

Species whether the power

automatically turns o after a

specied length of time elapses.

p. 61

INFO

Shows information about the TD-27

itself, such as its program version.

p. 62

FACTORY

RESET

Return the TD-27 to its factory

settings.

p. 62

3. As appropriate for the menu item that you

selected, use the cursor buttons and the dial

to edit the settings.

4. Press the [DRUM KIT] button to return to the

DRUM KIT screen.

Bluetooth Settings (BLUETOOTH)

Here’s how to turn on/o this unit’s Bluetooth function,

or initiate pairing. You can also make settings for using

this unit connected with a smartphone app, or for pairing

with a smartphone in a location where there are multiple

TD-27 units.

1. Press the [SYSTEM] button.

The SYSTEM screen appears.

2. Move the cursor to the “BLUETOOTH” and

press the [ENTER] button.

The BLUETOOTH screen appears.

To turn the Bluetooth function on/o

3. Press the [F5] (ON/OFF) button.

This unit’s Bluetooth function turns on or o.

To make settings for the Bluetooth function

3. Press the [F2] (SETUP) button.

4. Use the cursor buttons to select the parameter

and the dial to change the value.

Parameter Value Explanation

Bluetooth MIDI

If this is on, you can connect this unit

with a Bluetooth MIDI compatible

app on your smartphone etc.

OFF With the factory settings, this is o.

Device ID

OFF With the factory settings, this is o.

1–99

If you are pairing with your

smartphone in a location where

there are multiple TD-27 units, you

can assign an ID to each unit. When

you specify a Device ID, the specied

number is added to the end of the

device name that is shown on your

smartphone.

Example) “TD-27 AUDIO 1” “TD-27

MIDI 1” etc.

5. Press the [F5] (SAVE) button.

The edited setting is saved.

MEMO

To reset the Bluetooth settings, access the BLUETOOTH

SETUP screen and press the [F1](RESET) button.

Making Various Settings (SYSTEM)

Backing Up Data to an SD Card (SD CARD)

Settings stored in the TD-27 can be saved (backed up) to an

SD card, or loaded into the TD-27.

Backing Up All Settings (SAVE)

Here’s how all settings stored in the TD-27 can be backed up

as a single set to an SD card (up to 99 sets).

MEMO

You can also back up or load drum kits individually

(p. 48).

1. Insert an SD card into the TD-27 (p. 11).

2. Press the [SYSTEM] button.

The SYSTEM screen appears.

3. Use the cursor buttons to select the “SD CARD”

and press the [ENTER] button.

The SD CARD MENU screen appears.

4. Move the cursor to the “SAVE” and press the

[ENTER] button.

The SD CARD SAVE <BACKUP ALL> screen appears.

5. Make backup settings.

Parameter Explanation

With User Sample

Select whether user samples are also

backed up.

Bank Number Select the backup number.

* If you back up user samples as well, it may take several

minutes to save the data depending on the size of the

user samples. If you don’t back up user samples, and you

then delete user samples or renumber them, the drum

kit won’t be reproduced correctly even if you load the

backup.

6. Press the [F5] (SAVE) button.

MEMO

If you want to assign a name to the backup data, press

the [F4] (NAME) button and assign a name (p. 39).

7. Press the [F5] (EXECUTE) button.

A conrmation message appears.

If you decide to cancel, select “CANCEL” and press the

[ENTER] button.

8. Use the cursor buttons to select “OK,” and press

the [ENTER] button.

The backup data is saved on the SD card.

Loading Backup Data from an SD Card

(LOAD)

Here’s how backup data that was saved on an SD card can be

loaded into the TD-27.

1. Insert an SD card into the TD-27 (p. 11).

2. Press the [SYSTEM] button.

The SYSTEM screen appears.

3. Use the cursor buttons to select the “SD CARD”

and press the [ENTER] button.

The SD CARD MENU screen appears.

4. Use the cursor buttons to select the “LOAD”

and press the [ENTER] button.

The SD CARD LOAD <BACKUP ALL> screen appears.

5. Make load settings.

Parameter Explanation

With User Sample

Select whether user samples are also

loaded.

Bank Number Select the backup number.

* When you load user samples, the user samples included in

the backup data are overwritten onto the user samples in

user memory. Depending on the size of the user samples,

it might take ten minutes or more to load the data.

* If you are loading backup data that does not include user

samples, you can’t select the “With User Sample” check

box.

Making Various Settings (SYSTEM)

6. Press the [F5] (LOAD) button.

A conrmation message appears.

If you decide to cancel, select “CANCEL” and press the

[ENTER] button.

7. Use the cursor buttons to select “OK,” and

press the [ENTER] button.

The backup data is loaded from the SD card.

Backing Up Drum Kit to an SD Card

(1 KIT SAVE)

Here’s how settings of an individual drum kit stored in the

TD-27 can be backed up to an SD card (up to 999 drum kits).

1. Insert an SD card into the TD-27 (p. 11).

2. Press the [SYSTEM] button.

The SYSTEM screen appears.

3. Use the cursor buttons to select the “SD CARD”

and press the [ENTER] button.

The SD CARD MENU screen appears.

4. Use the cursor buttons to select the “1KIT

SAVE” and press the [ENTER] button.

The SD CARD SAVE <1KIT> screen appears.

5. Make backup settings.

Parameter Explanation

With User Sample

Select whether the user samples assigned

to the drum kit are also backed up.

User

Select the drum kit that you want to back

up.

SD Card Select the backup number.

* If you back up user samples as well, it may take several

minutes to save the data depending on the size of the

user samples. If you do not back up user samples, loading

the kit backup data will not correctly reproduce the drum

kit if you have deleted user samples from the TD-27 after

making the backup or if you have renumbered them.

6. Press the [F5] (SAVE) button.

A conrmation message appears.

If you decide to cancel, select “CANCEL” and press the

[ENTER] button.

7. Use the cursor buttons to select “OK,” and

press the [ENTER] button.

The kit backup data is saved on the SD card.

Making Various Settings (SYSTEM)

Loading Kit Backup Data from an SD Card

(1 KIT LOAD)

Here’s how kit backup data that was saved on an SD card can

be loaded into the TD-27.

1. Insert an SD card into the TD-27 (p. 11).

2. Press the [SYSTEM] button.

The SYSTEM screen appears.

3. Use the cursor buttons to select the “SD CARD”

and press the [ENTER] button.

The SD CARD MENU screen appears.

4. Use the cursor buttons to select the “1KIT

LOAD” and press the [ENTER] button.

The SD CARD LOAD <1KIT> screen appears.

5. Make load settings.

Parameter Explanation

With User Sample

Select whether the user samples saved

together with the drum kit are loaded.

SD Card Select the backup number.

User Select the load-destination drum kit.

* When you load user samples, new user samples are

created even if the same user samples already exist. The

newly created user samples are automatically assigned to

the loaded drum kit.

* In order to load user samples, there must be sucient free

space for the user samples.

* If you are loading the kit backup data that does not

include user samples, you can’t select the “With User

Sample” check box.

6. Press the [F5] (LOAD) button.

A conrmation message appears.

If you decide to cancel, select “CANCEL” and press the

[ENTER] button.

7. Use the cursor buttons to select “OK,” and press

the [ENTER] button.

The kit backup data is loaded from the SD card.

Deleting Backup Data from an SD Card

(DELETE/1 KIT DELETE)

Here’s how to delete unneeded backup data (including user

samples) from an SD card.

1. Insert an SD card into the TD-27 (p. 11).

2. Press the [SYSTEM] button.

The SYSTEM screen appears.

3. Use the cursor buttons to select the “SD CARD”

and press the [ENTER] button.

The SD CARD MENU screen appears.

4. Move the cursor to the menu item for the type

of data that you want to delete, and then press

the [ENTER] button.

Backup menu Explanation

DELETE

Deletes backup data that contains all

settings together.

1 KIT DELETE

Deletes backup data that contains an

individual drum kit.

The SD CARD DELETE screen appears.

Example) When using DELETE

5. Make deletion settings.

Parameter Explanation

Bank Number

(when using DELETE)

Select the backup number that

you want to delete.

SD Card

(when using 1 KIT DELETE)

Select the kit backup number

that you want to delete.

6. Press the [F5] (DELETE) button.

A conrmation message appears.

Example) When using DELETE

If you decide to cancel, select “CANCEL” and press the

[ENTER] button.

7. Use the cursor buttons to select “OK,” and press

the [ENTER] button.

The backup data is deleted from the SD card.

Making Various Settings (SYSTEM)

Checking the Usage Status of an SD Card

(INFO)

Here’s how to check the number of settings that are saved

on the SD card.

1. Insert an SD card into the TD-27 (p. 11).

2. Press the [SYSTEM] button.

The SYSTEM screen appears.

3. Use the cursor buttons to select the “SD CARD”

and press the [ENTER] button.

The SD CARD MENU screen appears.

4. Use the cursor buttons to select the “INFO”

and press the [ENTER] button.

The SD CARD INFO screen appears.

Parameter Explanation

Backup All Number of saved backup data

1 Kit Number of saved kit backup data

5. Press the [DRUM KIT] button to return to the

DRUM KIT screen.

Formatting an SD Card (FORMAT)

Here’s how to format an SD card.

* Before using an SD card for the rst time with the TD-27,

you must format the SD card.

NOTE

When you format an SD card, all data on the SD card is

erased.

1. Insert an SD card into the TD-27 (p. 11).

2. Press the [SYSTEM] button.

The SYSTEM screen appears.

3. Use the cursor buttons to select “SD CARD,”

and press [ENTER] button.

The SD CARD MENU screen appears.

4. Use the cursor buttons to select “FORMAT,” and

press [ENTER] button.

A conrmation message appears.

5. Press the [F5] (FORMAT) button.

A conrmation message appears.

If you decide to cancel, select “CANCEL” and press the

[ENTER] button.

6. Use the cursor buttons to select “OK,” and

press the [ENTER] button.

The SD card will be formatted.

Making Various Settings (SYSTEM)

Trigger Settings (TRIGGER)

Here’s how to make trigger settings so that the signals from

the pads can be accurately processed by the TD-27.

You’ll need to make these settings if you purchase a drum

sound module by itself, or if you add pads to your drum set

or connect pads other than those that came with your drum

set.

Specifying the Pad Type

You can specify the type of pad (trigger type) used by each

trigger input of the trigger bank.

Trigger type

The trigger type is a collection of various trigger parameters,

adjusted to values that are appropriate for each pad.

In order to make the optimal settings for the pad that’s

being used for each trigger input, specify the model of pad

(e.g., KD-10 or VH-10) that’s connected.

Trigger bank

A trigger bank contains an entire set of settings for 12

triggers. You can specify a model of drum set (e.g., TD-27KV

or VAD506), or specify a trigger bank that you’ve edited

individually. You can create eight trigger banks.

1. Press the [SYSTEM] button.

The SYSTEM screen appears.

2. Use the cursor buttons to select “TRIGGER”

and press [ENTER] button.

The TRIGGER MENU screen appears.

3. Move the cursor to the “BANK” and press the

[ENTER] button.

The TRIGGER BANK screen appears.

Trigger bank number

Trigger type

4. Move the cursor to the trigger bank number,

and use the dial to select a bank.

5. To select the pad for which to make settings,

either strike that pad or use the cursor

buttons.

Display Explanation

K KICK

S SNARE

1–3 TOM 1–3

H HI-HAT

Display Explanation

C CRASH 1, 2

R RIDE

A AUX 1–3

6. Use the dial to specify the trigger type.

* You can’t change the trigger type of a trigger input that’s

assigned to a pad that supports a digital connection.

MEMO

When you specify the trigger type, the trigger

parameters (with the exception of certain parameters

such as cross-stick cancel) are set to optimal values.

These values are only general guidelines; you can make

ne adjustments as appropriate according to how you

attach the pad and how you use it.

Reference

For details on the parameters that can be edited, refer to

“Data List” (PDF).

Adjusting the Hi-Hat Settings (HI-HAT)

If you are using a hi-hat, adjust the oset on the TD-27.

This is necessary in order to correctly detect open/close

operations and pedal movement.

Reference

5 For details on how to adjust the oset, refer to “Making

Hi-Hat Settings” (p. 13).

5 Make detailed adjustments to the parameters as

necessary. For details, refer to “Data List” (PDF).

Making Various Settings (SYSTEM)

Specifying a Digitally-Connected Pad

(DIGITAL)

The rst time that you connect a pad that supports digital

connection to a DIGITAL TRIGGER IN port, you’ll follow the

screens that appear, and specify the trigger input to which

the connected pad is assigned (p. 11).

Here you’ll make settings to change the assignment

destination.

* If pads that are connected via the dedicated cable or

to the TRIGGER IN jack are assigned to the same trigger

input, the pads connected to the TRIGGER INPUT jack and

TRIGGER IN jack will not output sound.

* When you execute a factory reset, the connection history

and settings of digitally-connected pads are initialized.

1. Press the [SYSTEM] button.

The SYSTEM screen appears.

2. Use the cursor buttons to select “TRIGGER”

and press [ENTER] button.

The TRIGGER MENU screen appears.

3. Use the cursor buttons to select “DIGITAL” and

press [ENTER] button.

The DIGITAL TRIGGER IN screen appears.

Connected pad Assignment

4. Use the cursor buttons to select the pad that

you want to specify, and use the dial to specify

the assignment.

You can also select a pad by striking it.

If you don’t want to assign the pad to any trigger input,

choose “N/A.”

* You can’t specify multiple instances of the same

assignment.

Adjusting the Pad Sensitivity (PARAM)

Because the following settings are automatically set to

the appropriate values for each pad when you specify the

trigger type (p. 51), there is normally no need for you to

edit them.

You can edit these settings if you want to make ner

adjustments, or if you want to use an acoustic drum trigger.

1. Press the [SYSTEM] button.

The SYSTEM screen appears.

2. Use the cursor buttons to select “TRIGGER”

and press [ENTER] button.

The TRIGGER MENU screen appears.

3. Use the cursor buttons to select “PARAM” and

press [ENTER] button.

The TRIGGER PARAM screen appears.

Display Explanation

K KICK

S SNARE

T TOM 1–3

H HI-HAT

Display Explanation

C CRASH 1, 2

R RIDE

A AUX 1–3

Velocity meter (Indicates the force

(velocity) of the strike.)

4. Strike to select the pad that you want to

adjust.

5. Use the cursor buttons to select a parameter,

and use the dial to edit the value.

Parameter Value Explanation

Sensitivity 1.0–32.0

Adjusts the balance (sensitivity)

between pad striking strength and

volume.

Increasing this value increases the

sensitivity, so that even soft strikes on

the pad are sounded at high volume.

Decreasing this value decreases the

sensitivity, so that even strong strikes

on the pad are sounded at low volume.

Rim Gain 0–3.2

Adjusts the balance between the force

of striking the rim or edge and the

loudness of the sound.

If you increase this value, even soft

strikes on the rim are sounded at high

volume. If you decrease this value,

even strong strikes on the rim are

sounded at low volume.

This is available for pads that support

rim shots.

MEMO

5 For details on other parameters, refer to “Data List”

(PDF).

5 To return to the default values, press the [F5] (DEFAULT)

button.

Trigger parameters (with the exception of certain

parameters such as cross-stick cancel) are set to the

default value.

5 Velocity is displayed with a maximum of 127 for pads

that are connected to a TRIGGER IN jack, or with a

maximum of 127+32 (when MIDI CONTROL HI-Reso

Velocity is “ON”) for pads that support HI-Reso Velocity

and are digitally connected to a DIGITAL TRIGGER port.

Making Various Settings (SYSTEM)

Making Detailed Settings for Digitally-

Connected Pads

The rst time that you connect a pad that supports digital

connection, the following settings are automatically set to

values that are optimal for each pad, so it is normally not

necessary to specify them.

Edit these settings if you want to make more detailed

adjustments.

1. Press the [SYSTEM] button.

The SYSTEM screen appears.

2. Use the cursor buttons to select “TRIGGER”

and press [ENTER] button.

The TRIGGER MENU screen appears.

3. Use the cursor buttons to select “DIGITAL” and

press [ENTER] button.

The DIGITAL TRIGGER IN screen appears.

4. Press the [F5] (ADVANCED) button.

The DIGITAL TRIGGER ADVANCED screen appears.

5. To select the pad for which to make settings,

either strike that pad or use the cursor

buttons.

6. Use the cursor buttons to move the cursor to

the Advanced Setting parameters.

7. Use the cursor buttons to select a parameter,

and use the dial to edit the value.

* The parameters that you can edit will dier depending on

the pad.

Reference

For details on the parameters that can be edited, refer to

“Data List” (PDF).

MEMO

To return to the default values, press the [F5] (DEFAULT)

button.

Trigger parameters (with the exception of certain

parameters such as cross-stick cancel) are set to the

default value.

Viewing Trigger Information for Each Pad

(MONITOR)

You can view realtime information that shows the force

(velocity) with which each pad is struck, how far the hi-hat

is open, and the strike position on the snare, ride cymbal,

toms, and AUX.

MEMO

If a MIDI device is connected to the MIDI IN connector,

the performance data received via the MIDI IN connector

is also shown.

1. Press the [SYSTEM] button.

The SYSTEM screen appears.

2. Use the cursor buttons to select “TRIGGER”

and press [ENTER] button.

The TRIGGER MENU screen appears.

3. Use the cursor buttons to select “MONITOR”

and press [ENTER] button.

The TRIGGER MONITOR screen appears.

Velocity meter

(Indicates the force (velocity) of the strike.)

Display Explanation

K KICK

S SNARE

1–3 TOM 1–3

H HI-HAT

Display Explanation

C CRASH 1, 2

R RIDE

A AUX 1–3

4. Strike the pads.

The meter indications in the screen will move in realtime,

allowing you to view the following information.

Display Explanation

HI-HAT

Shows how far the hi-hat is open. The indicator

will move toward “OPEN” as the hi-hat opens, and

toward “PRESS” as it closes.

POSITION

Indicates the rim strike position on the snare,

ride cymbal, toms, and AUX. The indicator will

move toward “CENTER” as the strike is closer to

the center of the pad, and toward “OUTER” as the

strike is closer to the edge of the pad.

INTERVAL

Indicates the time interval at which the pad is

struck. The farther toward the right, the shorter

the interval. The tonal character of a cymbal or

snare roll changes smoothly.

Making Various Settings (SYSTEM)

Display Explanation

CHOKE

The “CHOKE” icon appears when the cymbal is

choked.

The CHOKE icon appears when you use the choke

technique on a pad that supports choking.

Eliminate Crosstalk Between Pads

(Crosstalk Cancellation)

If two pads are attached to the same stand, the vibration

from one struck pad may cause the other pad to sound

without your intention. This is called “crosstalk.” Crosstalk

cancellation is a setting that prevents this type of crosstalk.

* When the TD-27 is shipped from the factory, it is set for

optimal operation with the separately sold drum stand

(MDS-Standard 2 or DCS-10/DBS-10), so you will not

normally need to change the settings.

Cases in which crosstalk cancellation settings

are needed

5 When using a pad conguration not found in the trigger

bank settings (p. 51).

5 When using a drum stand other than the drum stand

(MDS-Standard 2 or DCS-10/DBS-10).

5 When using a drum trigger (sold separately).

Before you make crosstalk cancellation

settings

You can prevent crosstalk by positioning the pads in a way

that minimizes their susceptibility to an external source of

vibration. Please note the following points when setting up

your system.

5 Don’t place pads in contact with each other.

5 If attaching multiple pads to the same stand, increase

the distance between them.

5 Firmly tighten the knobs that fasten the pad to ensure

that the pad is securely attached to the stand.

* In some cases, the acoustic sound from an acoustic

drum or from a monitor speaker might cause a pad

to be triggered. In such cases, adjusting the crosstalk

cancelation settings will not solve the problem. Pay

attention to the following considerations when setting up

your equipment.

5 Set up the pads at a distance from the speakers

5 Angle the pads, placing them where they are less likely

to be aected by the sound

5 Increase the Threshold value of the pad (refer to “Data

List” (PDF)).

An example of crosstalk cancellation settings

Crash 1 is triggered when you strike the Tom 1

pad

1. Press the [SYSTEM] button.

The SYSTEM screen appears.

2. Use the cursor buttons to select “TRIGGER”

and press [ENTER] button.

The TRIGGER MENU screen appears.

3. Use the cursor buttons to select “XTALK” and

press [ENTER] button.

The TRIGGER XTALK MONITOR screen appears.

Pads

Crosstalk cancellation settings

4. Strike the tom 1 (T1) pad.

The crosstalk detection status is shown in the TRIGGER

XTALK MONITOR screen.

The illustration below indicates that tom 2 (T2) and crash

1 (C1) detected vibration when tom 1 (T1) was struck.

A “

” symbol is shown for pads that are experiencing

crosstalk.

Crosstalk occurring

Pads detecting

vibration

Explanation

Tom 2 (T2)

Will not sound, because crosstalk

cancellation is active.

Crash 1 (C1)

Crosstalk is occurring.

By adjusting the crosstalk cancellation value,

you can prevent the sound from being

triggered.

5. Press the [F4] (FOCUS) button to move the

cursor to C1.

If crosstalk is occurring for multiple pads, each press of

the [F4] (FOCUS) button will move the cursor to another

pad that is experiencing crosstalk.

Making Various Settings (SYSTEM)

6. Press the [F5] (SET) button.

In this case, the value is automatically set to “33,” which is

the minimum value that can cancel triggering for crash

Value Explanation

0–80 Strength of crosstalk cancellation

* The value will not exceed 40 when you set crosstalk

cancellation automatically. If you need to set this value

above 40, use the dial to edit the value.

7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 to make crosstalk

cancellation settings.

MEMO

You can also use the cursor buttons, the dial to make

crosstalk cancellation settings manually.

Audio Output Assignments (OUTPUT)

Here’s how to assign the audio outputs from the MASTER

OUT jacks, DIRECT OUT jacks, and PHONES jacks.

MEMO

USB audio (p. 58) output channels 1-2 share output

settings with the MASTER OUT jacks, and output

channels 3-4 share output settings with the DIRECT OUT

jacks.

1. Press the [SYSTEM] button.

The SYSTEM screen appears.

2. Use the cursor buttons to select “OUTPUT” and

press [ENTER] button.

[F1] (PAD MAS) button

Specify each pad’s output assignments for the PHONES jacks

and MASTER OUT jacks (when OUTPUT ROUTING Master Out is

set to “NORMAL”).

[F2] (PAD DIR) button

Specify each pad’s output assignments for the DIRECT OUT

(1, 2) jacks and MASTER OUT jacks (when OUTPUT ROUTING

Master Out is set to “DIRECT”).

[F3] (OTHER MAS) button

Specify the ROOM and MFX output assignments for the

PHONES jacks and MASTER OUT jacks (when OUTPUT

ROUTING Master Out is set to “NORMAL”).

[F4] (OTHER DIR) button

Specify the ROOM and MFX output assignments for the

DIRECT OUT (1, 2) jacks and MASTER OUT jacks (when OUTPUT

ROUTING Master Out is set to “DIRECT”).

Making Various Settings (SYSTEM)

3. Strike a pad or use the cursor buttons to select

the pad or function that you want to edit.

Display Explanation

K KICK

S SNARE

1–3 TOM 1–3

H HI-HAT

Display Explanation

C CRASH 1, 2

R RIDE

A AUX 1–3

Display Explanation

OH OVERHEAD (p. 32)

RM ROOM (p. 32)

MFX1–3 Multi-eect 1–3 (p. 32)

SONG Song (p. 20)

CLICK Click (p. 24) and song click track (p. 23) output

MIXIN

Sound that is input to the MIX IN jack and

Bluetooth Audio (p. 20)

USB IN MAIN,

SUB

Sound that is input to the USB COMPUTER port

(p. 58)

4. Use the cursor buttons and the dial to select

the output destination.

5. Press the [DRUM KIT] button to return to the

DRUM KIT screen.

Default values for output destination

Jack Output setting

PHONES All

MASTER OUT All

DIRECT OUT 1 KICK, HI-HAT

DIRECT OUT 2 SNARE, RIDE

DIRECT OUT 1, 2 TOM 1–3, CRASH 1–2, AUX 1–3

Output destination setting examples

Here are some examples of output destination settings.

Example 1) Sending the same audio for monitoring

and PA

With these settings, the same sound will be output from the

PHONES jacks, the MASTER OUT jacks, and the DIRECT OUT

(1, 2) jacks.

The sound being monitored by the performer will be the

same as the sound sent to the PA system.

* The master compressor and master EQ eects are not

applied to DIRECT OUT.

Jack Output setting Example destination

PHONES All Monitor headphones

MASTER OUT All Drum monitor

DIRECT OUT 1, 2 All PA (external mixer)

Example 2) Performing while listening to a click

All sound is sent from the PHONES jacks for monitoring.

By outputting CLICK (the click and song click track output)

and USB IN SUB (the sound that is input to the USB

COMPUTER port) only from headphones, the performer

alone can hear the guide sound while they perform.

Jack Output setting

Example

destination

PHONES

All

CLICK and USB IN SUB are

output only to PHONES

Monitor headphones

MASTER OUT

Output only SONG and

USB IN MAIN

PA (external mixer)

DIRECT OUT 1 KICK

DIRECT OUT 2

SNARE

HI-HAT

RIDE

TOM 1–3

CRASH 1, 2

AUX1–3

Making Various Settings (SYSTEM)

Specifying the Output Routing

Here’s how to make settings for output routing to the

MASTER OUT jacks, DIRECT OUT jacks, and PHONES jacks.

1. Press the [SYSTEM] button.

The SYSTEM screen appears.

2. Use the cursor buttons to select “OUTPUT” and

press [ENTER] button.

3. Press the [F5] (ROUTING) button.

4. Press the [F1] (ROUTING)–[F3] (GAIN) buttons

to select the item that you want to edit.

Button Explanation

[F1] (ROUTING)

Species how the fader, pad equalizer/

compressor, and master out output are

applied or routed.

[F2] (LO CUT)

Species whether the low-frequency

region is cut from the output.

The frequency setting is the same for

each output.

[F3] (GAIN)

Adjusts the volume (gain) of the MASTER

OUT jacks, PHONES jack, and DIRECT OUT

jacks. Here you can lower the volume

if excessively loud output from the TD-27

causes distortion at the receiving device,

or adjust the output from the PHONES

jack to an appropriate volume.

* Note that if the volume is too high,

distortion may occur.

Reference

For details on the parameters that can be edited, refer to

“Data List” (PDF).

5. Press the [DRUM KIT] button to return to the

DRUM KIT screen.

Routing parameter setting examples

Parameter Explanation

PadEq/

Comp to

Direct

When turned “OFF”

5 The output from the DIRECT OUT jacks bypasses

the pad equalizer and pad compressor.

The output from the MASTER OUT jacks bypasses

the pad equalizer and pad compressor if the

OUTPUT ROUTING Master Out setting is “DIRECT.”

5 While the equalizer and compressor for each

pad are adjusted at the PA, the performer can

perform with the sound processed by the pad

equalizer and pad compressor of each drum kit.

PadComp

to Phones

When turned “OFF”

5 The pad compressor does not apply to the

output from the PHONES jacks.

5 With settings such as shown in output

destination setting example 2 (p. 56), you can

hear the sound with full dynamics in your

monitor headphones as you perform, yet use the

pad compressor to reduce the dynamics for the

drum monitor and the PA.

Master Out

With the “DIRECT” setting

5 The master compressor and master EQ eects are

not applied to the output from the MASTER OUT

jacks, allowing you to use the MASTER OUT jacks

as DIRECT OUT jacks (the setting of the [MASTER]

knob is applied). This setting also applies to the

output via USB audio to your computer.

5 The PHONES jacks output the sound processed

by the master compressor and master EQ.

5 If you want the output of the MASTER OUT jacks

to be output as direct output, assign the output

to MASTER DIRECT in the PAD OUTPUT screen

(DIRECT tab) and the OTHER OUTPUT screen

(DIRECT tab).

Making Various Settings (SYSTEM)

Specifying the USB Audio (USB AUDIO)

You can specify the output destination of the USB audio

that is output from the TD-27’s USB COMPUTER port, and

record it using DAW software etc. on your computer. You

can also assign the USB audio input that is received at the

USB COMPUTER port, and use the TD-27 to hear audio that’s

played back from your computer.

MEMO

For details on settings in your DAW software, refer to the

owner’s manual of the DAW software you’re using.

Specifying the USB Driver

Here’s how to switch between the TD-27’s dedicated USB

driver and the driver provided by your operating system.

1. Press the [SYSTEM] button.

The SYSTEM screen appears.

2. Use the cursor buttons to select “USB AUDIO”

and press [ENTER] button.

The USB AUDIO SETUP screen appears.

3. Move the cursor to Driver Mode, and use the

dial to change the value.

Parameter Value Explanation

Driver Mode

GENERIC

Use the driver provided by the

operating system.

Operation is limited to USB

MIDI.

VENDOR

Use the TD-27’s dedicated driver

provided by Roland.

USB MIDI and USB audio can

be used.

When you change this setting, a dialog box informs you

that the setting takes eect when you turn the power of

the TD-27 o and on again.

Note the message, and then press the [ENTER] button.

4. Turn the power o, and then on again.

MEMO

The setting takes eect when the TD-27 is powered o

and on again.

Specifying the Output Destination for USB

Audio

You can specify the output destination of the USB audio

that is output from the TD-27’s USB COMPUTER port. The

USB audio output can be recorded as 28 tracks on DAW

software etc. on your computer.

* Output destination settings for MASTER OUT (L/MONO, R)

and DIRECT OUT (1, 2) are shared with the output settings

for the TD-27’s MASTER OUT jacks and DIRECT OUT jacks.

The output of each pad is xed at 2-channel stereo.

* The LO CUT and GAIN (OUTPUT ROUTING (p. 57)) eects

do not apply to USB audio output.

USB audio output destination settings

Ch1-2 MASTER OUT

Ch3-4 DIRECT 1-2 OUT

Ch5-6 KICK

Ch7-8 SNARE

Ch9-10 TOM 1

Ch11-12 TOM 2

Ch13-14 TOM 3

Ch15-16 HI-HAT

Ch17-18 CRASH 1

Ch19-20 CRASH 2

Ch21-22 RIDE

Ch23-24 AUX 1

Ch25-26 AUX 2

Ch27-28 AUX 3

Reference

For more about output destination settings, refer to

“Audio Output Assignments (OUTPUT)” (p. 55).

Adjusting the USB audio output level

1. Press the [SYSTEM] button.

The SYSTEM screen appears.

2. Use the cursor buttons to select “USB AUDIO”

and press [ENTER] button.

The USB AUDIO SETUP screen appears.

3. Move the cursor to “Output Gain,” and use the

dial to change the value.

Parameter Value Explanation

Output Gain

-24–+24

Adjusts the output level.

This applies to all USB audio

output that is sent from the USB

COMPUTER port.

Making Various Settings (SYSTEM)

Specifying the Input for USB Audio

Here’s how to specify the USB audio input that is input to

the USB COMPUTER port.

This allows audio that is played back by the computer to be

heard from the TD-27.

1. Press the [SYSTEM] button.

The SYSTEM screen appears.

2. Use the cursor buttons to select “USB AUDIO”

and press [ENTER] button.

The USB AUDIO SETUP screen appears.

3. Use the cursor buttons to select a parameter,

and use the dial to edit the value.

Parameter Value Explanation

Input Gain -36–+12 dB

Adjusts the input level.

This applies to the

USB audio inputs

(Input MAIN, SUB) that

are input from the USB

COMPUTER port.

MEMO

5 For details on other parameters, refer to “Data List”

(PDF).

5 You can specify the output destination of the sound

that is input via USB audio (p. 55).

4. Press the [DRUM KIT] button to return to the

DRUM KIT screen.

MIDI Settings (MIDI)

Here’s how to make MIDI settings for when a MIDI device is

connected to the TD-27.

1. Press the [SYSTEM] button.

The SYSTEM screen appears.

2. Use the cursor buttons to select “MIDI” and

press [ENTER] button.

The SETUP MIDI BASIC screen appears.

3. Press the [F1] (BASIC)–[F3] (SYNC) buttons to

select the item that you want to edit.

Button Explanation

[F1] (BASIC)

Makes basic MIDI settings such as specifying

the channel on which the TD-27 transmits

and receives MIDI data.

[F2] (CONTROL)

Species the MIDI messages that are

transmitted or received to indicate the pad

striking location or the position of the hi-hat

pedal.

[F3] (SYNC)

Species settings related to MIDI

synchronization.

Reference

For details on the parameters that can be edited, refer to

“Data List” (PDF).

4. Use the cursor buttons to select a parameter,

and use the dial to edit the value.

5. Press the [DRUM KIT] button to return to the

DRUM KIT screen.

Making Various Settings (SYSTEM)

Making Option Settings (OPTION)

Here you can make settings for the MIX IN jack’s input

level and the display contrast, and assign functions to the

footswitches and pads.

1. Press the [SYSTEM] button.

The SYSTEM screen appears.

2. Use the cursor buttons to select “OPTION” and

press [ENTER] button.

The option settings screen appears.

3. Press the [F1] (MIX IN)–[F4] (MODIFY) buttons

to select the item that you want to edit.

Button Explanation

[F1] (MIX IN)

Adjusts the input level of the MIX IN jack and

Bluetooth audio.

[F2] (LCD)

Adjusts the contrast and brightness of the

display.

[F3] (CTRL)

Assigns functions to the footswitches and

pads.

[F4] (MODIFY)

Species the duration for which to display

the window that briey appears when you

turn a sound modify knob.

Reference

For details on the parameters that can be edited, refer to

“Data List” (PDF).

4. Use the cursor buttons to select a parameter

and turn the dial to edit the value.

5. Press the [DRUM KIT] button to return to the

DRUM KIT screen.

Assigning Functions to Footswitches or

Pads (CONTROL)

Footswitches (BOSS FS-5U, FS-6; sold separately) or pads

that are connected to the TD-27 can be assigned to control

functions such as switching drum kits or switching set lists.

Reference

For details on the parameters that can be edited, refer to

“Data List” (PDF).

Assigning a function to a footswitch

Connecting an FS-5U

SW2SW1

TIP

Stereo 1/4” phone type

1/4” phone type x 2

RING

POLARITY switch

* If you use a mono cable to connect a single FS-5U, it will

operate as SW 2.

* The FS-5L cannot be used.

Connecting an FS-6

Stereo 1/4” phone type

SW2

SW1

MODE/POLARITY switch

1. Press the [SYSTEM] button.

The SYSTEM screen appears.

2. Use the cursor buttons to select “OPTION” and

press [ENTER] button.

The option settings screen appears.

3. Press the [F3] (CTRL) button.

FOOT SWITCH/PAD CONTROL screen appears.

4. Use the cursor buttons to select a parameter,

and use the dial to edit the value.

MEMO

If you want to switch drum kits in the set list (p. 18) by

striking a pad, set the pad’s assigned function to “KIT#

DEC” or “KIT# INC,” and then turn on set lists in the DRUM

KIT screen. (Make the set list setting in advance.)

Making Various Settings (SYSTEM)

5. Press the [DRUM KIT] button to return to the

DRUM KIT screen.

Assigning functions to pads

You can assign a function to a pad that’s connected to

TRIGGER IN jack/AUX3, or to a pad that supports digital

connection and is assigned to AUX3.

1. Press the [SYSTEM] button.

The SYSTEM screen appears.

2. Use the cursor buttons to select “OPTION” and

press [ENTER] button.

The option settings screen appears.

3. Press the [F3] (CTRL) button.

FOOT SWITCH/PAD CONTROL screen appears.

4. Use the cursor buttons to select a parameter,

and use the dial to edit the value.

MEMO

5 If you don’t want sound to be produced when you strike

the pad, use PAD VOLUME to set the AUX3 volume to “0.”

Alternatively, set the AUX3 instrument as “OFF” (p. 31).

5 If you want to switch drum kits in the set list (p. 18) by

striking a pad, set the pad’s assigned function to “KIT#

DEC” or “KIT# INC,” and then turn on set lists in the DRUM

KIT screen. (Make the set list setting in advance.)

5. Press the [DRUM KIT] button to return to the

DRUM KIT screen.

Setting the AUTO OFF Function (AUTO OFF)

The power to this unit will be turned o automatically after

a predetermined amount of time has passed since it was

last used for playing music, or its buttons or controls were

operated.

If you do not want the power to be turned o automatically,

disengage the AUTO OFF function.

* To restore power, turn the power on again.

1. Press the [SYSTEM] button.

The SYSTEM screen appears.

2. Use the cursor buttons to select “AUTO OFF”

and press [ENTER] button.

The AUTO OFF SETTING screen appears.

3. Use the dial to specify the setting of the AUTO

OFF function.

Setting Explanation

OFF The power does not turn o automatically.

4 HOURS

When four hours have elapsed without any pad

being struck or any operation being performed,

the unit will turn o automatically.

MEMO

If the AUTO OFF function is set to “4 HOURS,” the message

“WARNING: AUTO OFF, The TD-27 will turn o in 30 min.”

appears 30 minutes before the power turns o.

4. Press the [DRUM KIT] button to return to the

DRUM KIT screen.

Making Various Settings (SYSTEM)

Viewing Information for the TD-27 Itself

(INFO)

Here’s how to view information for the TD-27 unit itself, such

as its program version.

1. Press the [SYSTEM] button.

The SYSTEM screen appears.

2. Use the cursor buttons to select “INFO” and

press [ENTER] button.

The option settings screen appears.

3. Press a [F1] (PROGRAM)–[F4] (DIGITAL) button

to select the item that you want to edit.

Button Explanation

[F1] (PROGRAM) Displays the program version.

[F2] (SAMPLE)

Displays the number of loaded user

samples and the remaining amount of

space for user samples in user memory.

[F3] (SD CARD)

Displays the number of backup data and kit

backup data that are saved on the SD card.

[F4] (DIGITAL)

Displays the program version of the digital

connection compatible pads that are

connected to the TD-27.

The FUNC button of the selected pad is

blinking.

4. Press the [DRUM KIT] button to return to the

DRUM KIT screen.

Restoring the Factory Settings

(FACTORY RESET)

The “Factory Reset” operation returns all data and settings

stored in the TD-27 to their factory-set condition.

NOTE

When you execute this operation, all data and settings

in the TD-27 will be lost. Before you proceed, you should

save any important data and settings to your SD card

(p. 47).

1. Press the [SYSTEM] button.

The SYSTEM screen appears.

2. Use the cursor buttons to select “FACTORY

RESET,” and press [ENTER] button.

The FACTORY RESET screen appears.

MEMO

If you want all user samples to also be returned to

their factory-set state, use the dial to add a check mark

to “Reset with User Sample.” All user samples in user

memory are overwritten by the factory-set data.

3. Press the [F5] (FACTORY RESET) button.

A conrmation message appears.

If you decide to cancel, select “CANCEL” and press the

[ENTER] button.

4. Use the cursor buttons to select “OK,” and press

the [ENTER] button.

The “Factory Reset” operation will be executed.

Appendix

Error Messages

List of Displayed Messages

Message Meaning Action

Format SD Card Error! Failed to format the SD card.

Insert an SD card correctly.

Unlock the SD card.

Incorrect File! The backup data or the kit backup data is damaged. Do not use this data.

MIDI Buer Full!

A large amount of MIDI messages were received

in a short time, and could not be processed

completely.

Conrm that the external MIDI device is properly

connected. If the problem persists, reduce the amount

of MIDI messages sent to the TD-27.

MIDI Oine!

A MIDI cable or USB cable is disconnected

(alternatively, communication with the external

MIDI device was interrupted for some reason).

Make sure that the MIDI cable or USB cable is not

disconnected or broken.

No Backup Data! There is no backup data on the SD card. –

No Data!

You attempted to export a song for which recorded

data does not exist.

Export a song for which recorded data exists.

No SD Card! No SD card is in the SD card slot. Insert an SD card correctly.

Temporary Memory Full!

The storage capacity of the song recorder is full,

and recording has stopped.

The maximum recording time is approximately 60

minutes if an SD card is inserted, or approximately

three minutes if an SD card is not inserted.

Song Data Too Long!

Recording stopped because you have exceeded the

maximum length of time possible with an SD card

inserted.

Sample Length Too Long! The audio le is too long, and cannot be imported. Files longer than 180 seconds cannot be imported.

Sample Length Too Short! The audio le is too short, and cannot be imported.

In some cases, audio les shorter than one second

cannot be imported.

SD Card is Locked!

The SD card is locked. Unlock the SD card.

The le attribute is read-only. Clear the read-only attribute of the le.

SD Card is not connected! No SD card is in the SD card slot. Insert an SD card correctly.

SD Card Media Error!

The contents of SD card are damaged.

Copy the necessary data from the SD card, and then

format the SD card on the TD-27 (p. 50). If this does

not solve the problem, try a dierent SD card.

Failed to save recorded data. Check the lock status of the SD card.

Failed to export the song. Check whether the le might be write-protected.

SD Card Memory Full! There are no empty space on the SD card. Delete unneeded data (p. 49).

System Overload! The TD-27’s processing could not keep up. Reduce the number of notes that play simultaneously.

Unsupported format! The TD-27 does not support this format.

Check whether this le format can be played

(song (p. 22), user sample (p. 35)).

User Sample Does Not Exist! User samples do not exist. Select a location where user samples exist.

User Sample Exists! User samples exist. Delete the user samples, or select a vacant location.

User Sample Import Error!

The audio data to be imported is damaged. Do not use this audio data.

The data on the SD card is damaged. Do not use this SD card.

User Sample Memory Error!

The backup data or kit backup data including user

samples is damaged.

Do not use this data.

The data on the SD card is damaged. Do not use this SD card.

An empty user sample is assigned. (Only for 1 KIT

SAVE)

You can’t use 1 KIT SAVE for a kit to which empty user

samples are assigned.

User Sample memory full! There is no free user sample space. Delete unneeded user sample (p. 37).

Error Messages

Other Messages

Message Meaning Action

USB Driver The modied

settings will become eective

after power o and restart.

The USB driver settings take eect when you turn

the power of the TD-27 o and on again.

Turn the power of the TD-27 o and on again.

XStick always eective Cross-stick technique is always enabled. –

XStick switch available The cross-stick switch is enabled.

In the DRUM KIT screen, press the [F3] (XSTICK)

button to switch between sounding or not sounding

the cross-stick sound (p. 17).

Trouble Items to check Action Page

Troubles with sound

No sound /

Insucient volume

Is the product correctly connected to the external

devices?

Check the connections.

p. 10

Could the product’s volume be lowered?

Use the [PHONES] knob or [MASTER] knob to adjust

the volume.

–

Could the volume of the connected amplied

speaker be lowered?

Adjust the volume of the connected amplied

speakers.

–

Could the volume be lowered on the smartphone

etc. that’s connected to the MIX IN jack?

Make adjustments using the [BACKING] knob or on

your smartphone.

–

Could the MIDI “Local Control” be “OFF”? Set “Local Control” to “ON.”

p. 59

A specic pad does

not sound

Are the cables correctly connected to each pad and

pedal?

Check the connections.

p. 10

Could the Instrument be “OFF”? Assign an Instrument.

p. 30

Could the pad’s “Volume” be lowered? Adjust the pad’s “Volume.”

p. 31

Have the settings for “OUTPUT” been made correctly? Check the settings for “OUTPUT.”

p. 55

Could user samples have been deleted?

If you delete the user sample that’s assigned to a

pad, it will not produce sound.

Either load the user sample once again, or assign a

dierent instrument.

p. 35

Is the pad’s “trigger type” set correctly? Set the pad’s “trigger type.”

p. 51

Is the connection cable correctly connected to the

TRIGGER IN jack/TRIGGER INPUT jack or the DIGITAL

TRIGGER IN port?

Check the connections.

p. 10

No sound when you

strike a pad assigned

to a TRIGGER IN jack

or TRIGGER INPUT

jack / Trigger does not

respond

If a pad connected to a DIGITAL TRIGGER IN port

is assigned to the same trigger input as a pad

connected to a TRIGGER IN jack/TRIGGER INPUT

jack, the sound of the pad that’s connected to the

TRIGGER IN jack/TRIGGER INPUT jack is not output.

Disconnect the pad connection cable from the

DIGITAL TRIGGER IN port.

p. 11

No sound when

you strike a pad

connected to a

DIGITAL TRIGGER IN

port / Trigger does

not respond

Is the trigger input set correctly?

After connecting the pad, specify the trigger input

that it will play.

p. 11

Could you be using carbon or metal sticks?

Use wood or plastic sticks. Using carbon or metal

sticks might make the sensor malfunction.

–

Could you be using metal brushes?

Use nylon brushes. Using metal brushes might make

the sensor malfunction, or might scratch the pad.

–

Troubles with SD card

SD card is connected

but not recognized /

Data is not visible

Is the SD card formatted correctly? Format the SD card on this product.

p. 50

Can’t play MP3/WAV

le

Does the product support the sampling frequency

and bit rate of the MP3 le, or the sampling

frequency and bit depth of the WAV le?

Use MP3/WAV les that the product supports.

p. 22

Playback may be unable to keep up if you raise the

playback speed of a high bit-rate of MP3.

– –

Can’t correctly set the

A-B repeat times

When using a MP3 le, it might not be possible to

play back the A-B repeat region correctly.

Can’t play or import

an audio le

Is the audio le format correct?

Check the audio le format, le name, and le name

extension.

p. 22

p. 35

Is the audio le in the correct location? Check the location of the audio le.

p. 22

Could a large number of audio les be in the folder?

Keep the number of audio les in a folder to 200 or

fewer.

–

Troubleshooting

Trouble Items to check Action Page

Troubles with USB

Can’t communicate

with a computer

Is the USB cable connected correctly? Check the connections.

p. 10

In order to transmit and receive audio as USB AUDIO,

the USB driver must be installed.

Install the USB driver on your computer.

p. 28

Are you using a cable that supports USB 2.0?

The product cannot be used the cable that supports

USB 3.0. Use the cable that supports USB 2.0.

–

Have the settings for “Driver Mode” been made

correctly?

Choose the setting that’s appropriate for your

situation.

p. 58

Troubles with MIDI

No sound

Are the MIDI cables connected correctly? Check the connections.

p. 10

Is the MIDI channel set correctly?

Set the MIDI channels of the product and external

MIDI device to the same setting.

p. 59

Has the note number been set properly? Set the pad’s “NOTE NO.”

p. 59

Problems with Bluetooth functionality

Problem Items to check/Action Page

“TD-27” is not shown

on your smartphone

Could this unit’s Bluetooth function be

“OFF”?

Turn this unit’s Bluetooth function “ON.”

[SYSTEM]

“Bluetooth”

[F5] (ON)

Bluetooth audio function:

When you initiate pairing ([F1] button), the device name

“TD-27 AUDIO” appears on your smartphone.

Bluetooth MIDI function:

[F2] (SETUP)

“Bluetooth MIDI”

Initiate pairing from the settings of your Bluetooth MIDI

compatible app (such as Garage Band).

p. 46

Can’t connect to

Bluetooth audio

If your smartphone’s Bluetooth device list

shows “TD-27 AUDIO”

In your smartphone’s settings, temporarily remove the

registration of the “TD-27 AUDIO” Bluetooth device, turn

the Bluetooth function o and then on again, and execute

pairing once again.

–

If your smartphone’s Bluetooth device list

does not show “TD-27 AUDIO”

In your smartphone’s settings, turn the Bluetooth function

o and then on again, and then initiate pairing from the TD-27

to pair it once again.

–

Can’t connect to

Bluetooth MIDI

For the Bluetooth MIDI function, you’ll execute pairing not via the Bluetooth settings of your smartphone,

but by using the settings within your Bluetooth MIDI compatible app (such as Garage Band). Even if your

smartphone’s Bluetooth device list shows “TD-27 MIDI,” do not tap it. If you tapped it by mistake, cancel “TD-27

MIDI,” turn the Bluetooth function o and then on again, and make the connection again.

–

A paired smartphone

does not connect

If connection occurs but is immediately broken, turning the smartphone’s Bluetooth function o and

then on again might make connection succeed.