Roland RMP-3 Rhythm Coach Percussion Trainer

ROLAND RMP-3 RHYTHM DRUM COACH

Technology meets education in the most advanced, useful, and friendly rhythm-training instrument. The RMP-3 Rhythm Coach looks good, feels good, and is loaded with rhythmic exercises and timekeeping tools for you to practice with. With the pad and brain self-contained in one molded piece, this new rhythm trainer offers the utmost in portability and convenience.

• The most affordable Rhythm Coach
• Patented mesh head technology for a great acoustic feel
• New Rhythm Coach exercises such as ?stroke balance?
• 5 metronome sounds to choose from
• Mix input for playing along with CD players or other audio devices

The RMP-3 is outfitted with a great-feeling, tunable mesh pad for realistic and quiet performance. A small pickup is mounted inside the pad, enabling you to monitor your drumming through headphones, along with the metronome and coaching audio. You can play along to external audio as well, thanks to the Mix In jack. Position the RMP-3 on your lap, a tabletop, or mount it on a stand, such as Roland's PDS-2.

As a free-standing practice pad, the RMP-3 is a pleasure to play, but it's the built-in Rhythm Coach that really makes this unit shine. When activated, the Rhythm Coach challenges drummers in a fun and friendly way with functions such as Time Check, Auto Up/Down, and the new "Stroke Balance" mode to help develop consistent stick technique.

The RMP-3's large LCD provides easy-to-read instructional information, complete with a smooth-flow onscreen tempo meter that bounces from side to side. Large buttons and a clearly labeled front panel make using the RMP-3 a snap. It has a built-in speaker for the metronome sounds, or you can monitor your drumming, metronome, and internal audio through headphones if privacy is desired.