Roland BT-1 Bar Trigger Pad for V-Drums and Acoustic Kits

Roland BT-1 Bar Trigger Pad - Add Electronic Triggering to Any Drum Kit

The Roland BT-1 Bar Trigger Pad is a compact single-trigger pad designed to add electronic triggering to any V-Drums kit or acoustic drum setup. It connects to a V-Drums module or SPD-series percussion pad via a stereo 1/4" output, enabling drummers to trigger sounds and control performance functions - including start/stop of backing tracks, phrase loops, effects on/off, kit selection, and tap tempo - without rearranging their existing kit layout.

For drummers exploring the best add-on trigger pad for V-Drums or looking for an affordable way to add electronic triggers to an acoustic drum kit, the BT-1 delivers a uniquely low-profile solution. Its curved bar shape mounts directly to the side of a compatible Roland V-Pad or the rim of an acoustic drum via a standard tension rod - so it stays within natural reach without crowding the kit. Multiple BT-1 units can be added simultaneously for expanded control, making it a scalable option for hybrid drumming rigs of any complexity.

The BT-1 features an internal design engineered to reject false triggering caused by sympathetic vibration from surrounding drums and cymbals - a critical advantage in live performance environments where adjacent impact noise is constant. Compatible V-Pads include the PD-128S, PD-128, PD-108, PD-125, PD-105, PDX-100, and PD-85, and the pad also integrates with the full SPD-series line. For setups requiring rack-mounted positioning, the optional MDH-series Pad Mount provides an additional mounting solution.

Key Features of the Roland BT-1 Bar Trigger Pad

• Curved Bar Form Factor: Mounts flush against a V-Pad or acoustic drum rim, keeping the pad within natural playing reach without altering existing kit geometry or cymbal placement.
• False Trigger Rejection: Internal design eliminates unintended triggering from vibration generated by adjacent drums, pads, and cymbals - delivering clean, accurate performance signals in loud environments.
• Tension Rod Mounting System: Installs quickly through a drum tension rod with included attachment hardware, requiring no permanent modifications to the drum or existing mounting hardware.
• Broad V-Drums and SPD Compatibility: Works with a wide range of Roland V-Drums pads and SPD-series percussion pads for triggering sounds, loops, effects, kit changes, tap tempo, and more.
• Scalable Expansion: Multiple BT-1 units can be added to a single setup, enabling progressive expansion of control and triggering options without adding large secondary pads.
• Stereo 1/4" Output: Connects to any standard trigger input on a V-Drums module or SPD pad via the included stereo connection cable.

Technical Specifications

• Triggers: 1
• Output Connector: Stereo 1/4" phone jack
• Acceptable Rod Diameters: 8.0-12.5 mm (3/8"-1/2")
• Compatible V-Drums Pads: PD-128S, PD-128, PD-108, PD-125, PD-105, PDX-100, PD-85
• Width: 6-3/4" (170 mm)
• Depth: 2-1/8" (53 mm)
• Height: 2-6/16" (60 mm)
• Weight: 0 lbs. 11 oz. (300 g)

What's in the Box

• Roland BT-1 Bar Trigger Pad
• Owner's Manual
• Attachment
• Attachment Bolt
• Spacer
• Stereo Connection Cable