Alesis SAMPLEPAD4 - 4-pad percussion and sampling instrument

Alesis SAMPLEPAD4 – 4-pad percussion and sampling multipad with SD and USB-MIDI import

The Alesis SamplePad 4 is an ultra-compact sample-triggering percussion instrument that combines 4 blue LED-illuminated rubber pads with simple sample management. It features an internal library of 25 popular sounds and 10 ready-to-play preset kits , and allows you to add your own WAVs from SD/SDHC cards (up to 32GB) . Right on the device you can tune , apply reverb , adjust sensitivity and pan, create velocity layers (2 per pad/SD input), configure mute groups and choose playback modes (polyphonic, monophonic, loop , stop , tempo and click). Connectivity includes 1/4" L/R outputs , headphones , USB-MIDI and a TRS trigger input compatible with dual-zone pads (EXT 1A/1B). Additionally, the SD-over-USB management mode allows you to drag and drop samples without removing the card.

Main features

• 4 velocity-sensitive pads with blue LED for stage visibility.
• Built-in Sounds: 25 drum/percussion sounds organized into 10 preset kits .
• SD/SDHC Import (up to 32GB): Supports 16-bit mono/stereo WAV at 48/44.1/32/22.05/11.025kHz; up to 512 files in the root; ≈14MB per kit in memory.
• Velocity Layers: Up to 2 layers per pad/input (A/B) when samples are sourced from SD; assignable velocity range.
• Onboard editing: tuning (±4 semitones), reverb (0–10), sensitivity (1–8), level, pan, MIDI note, mute groups, and PLY/MON/LOP/STP/TMP/CLK modes.
• Expansion Input: 1 × TRS for dual-zone pad or compatible trigger (EXT 1A/1B).
• Connectivity: USB-MIDI for DAW/VSTi and SD management via USB ; L/R outlets 6.35 mm; 6.35 mm headphones.
• LCD display and direct navigation to select kits, assign samples and save settings.
• Portable size: only 26 × 19.1 × 6.4 cm and 1.2 kg ; power supply 9 V DC, 500 mA center positive.

Product benefits

• Quick integration into any set: add one-shots , loops, and FX to an acoustic or electronic drum kit without a computer.
• Simple and reliable workflow: import via SD, edit on the device itself, and play via the pads or the dual-zone TRS input.
• Ready for live and studio: standard L/R outputs, headphone jack with volume control, and USB-MIDI for triggering virtual instruments.
• Realistic dynamic control: velocity layers, configurable sensitivity, and mute groups for hi-hats and phrases that cut into each other.

Use cases

• Hybrid drums: Reinforce kick/snare hits with samples and add percussion that is impossible to physically carry.
• Electronic production and live: trigger stems , one-shots and effects, sending clicks through one output and mixes through the other.
• Education and practice: 30–280 BPM metronome and USB input for hassle-free sample organizing.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How many preset kits does it come with? Most current listings indicate 10 kits and 25 internal sounds . Some older listings mention 8 kits ; the number may vary depending on the firmware/batch.
• How many user kits can I store? With SD/SDHC cards up to 32 GB, you can store up to 512 samples and, according to the sales documentation, ≈89 user kits per card (some distributors quote 91).
• Can I use two external zones? Yes. The TRS input supports dual-zone pads and creates assignable EXT 1A/1B locations.
• Do I need to remove the SD card to load samples? No. Enable USB SD card management and drag and drop from your computer.

Description for projects

4-pad multipad with blue LED; internal library of 25 sounds and 10 kits; 16 -bit mono/stereo WAV import (48/44.1/32/22.05/11.025 kHz) via SD/SDHC up to 32 GB (max. 512 files in root; ≈14 MB per kit ); 2 layers per velocity per pad/input from SD; USB-MIDI and SD management mode via USB ; L/R output 6.35 mm; headphones 6.35 mm; 1 dual-zone TRS input (EXT 1A/1B); PLY/MON/LOP/STP/TMP/CLK modes; LCD display; power supply 9 V DC 500 mA ; dimensions 26 × 19.1 × 6.4 cm ; weight 1.2 kg .