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Hi-Hat Controller Pedal with Smooth Open-to-Closed Action
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The Most Control Over Hi-hat Functions!

Add the Roland FD-8 hi-hat controller pedal to your older V-Tour and V-Compact V-Drum kits, and you'll enjoy improved feel and response from your V-Drums sound module. The FD-8 features a smooth open-to closed action, and it's solidly built to stay in place when you play. Included with the FD-8 hi-hat control pedal are a monaural connection cable and an owner's manual. If you're ready to step-up your V-Tour or V-Compact V-Drum performance, you'll want to bring the Roland FD-8 hi-hat controller into service.

Roland FD-8 Hi-hat Controller Pedal Features:
  • Hi-hat controller pedal for V-Drums electronic drum kits
  • Smooth open-to-closed action for a more natural response
  • Includes a connection cable and manual
  • FD-8 is included with newer V-Drums kits
The Roland FD-8 hi-hat controller pedal gives your Roland V-drums hi-hat a realistic response!

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Roland and Sweetwater have a long history together, a history that spans from the synthesizer-heavy days of the 1980s to the pristine 24-bit/96kHz recording offered by today's standalone recorders. Since its beginning, Roland has strived for one objective: innovation. Breaking new ground in the world of electronic percussion, Roland's V-Drums set the pace for the future of electronic percussion. The JC-120 stereo guitar amp is a legend and a studio staple. Roland synths have continually been re-invented to stay ahead of the curve. By recognizing the needs of their customers, Roland continues to be an industry leader.

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Tech Specs

  • Type: Hi-hat controller
  • Manufacturer Part Number: FD-8

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Rated 5/5

Perfect gift

My son has a Roland TD 4 and needed the hi hat pedal. And I didn't know this was the original model for that specific set. So I purchased it. Perfect gift.
Thank you Sweetwater for your great products and great staff. Thank you
Rated 5/5

Another Great Product

Bought this new FD-8 to replace an old one (probably about 6-8 yrs old). Pedal works perfectly. Love working with Sweetwater. These folks are top notch. A+++++
Music background: Drummer
Rated 5/5

Perfect replacement!!!

Needed a new hi-hat pedal for our Roland electronic drum kit as the original one wore out. One quick call to my man at Sweetwater (Howdy, Kevin!) and the new pedal was on the way. First week out everything worked perfectly. Thanks, Sweetwater for the great customer service and the candy!
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Roland FD-8 Upgrade for TD1-KV Kit

I purchased a compact TD1-KV kit, and I love it; however the oritinal high hat pedal was not very responsive, and often missed triggers (either opening or closing). This FD-8 works perfectly with the TD1-KV, and it provides spot-on response for the high-hat functionality. Well worth the price to improve my drumming experience.
Music background: Semi-Pro guitar player, novice drummer

Simply put, modern electronic music wouldn't exist without Roland. Many of the electronic musicians here at Sweetwater cut our teeth on TR Rhythm machines and fondly remember programming our first TB-303s. We owe a good part of our careers to this amazing and innovative company. It's been fun to watch and grow right alongside Roland, as they've introduced wave after wave of revolutionary keyboards, digital pianos, and more. For example, Roland's V-Drum Kits continuously redefine the possibilities of electronic drums, beginning with SuperNATURAL technology to the latest Prismatic Sound Modeling. We're huge fans, and we'd love to tell you all about them. Whether you want a pocket-sized synth or a cutting-edge video mixer, if Roland makes it, then Sweetwater is 100% behind it.

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