For Immediate Release

Rebecca Eaddy
Marketing Communications Manager
Roland Corporation U.S.
(323) 890-3718
Rebecca.Eaddy@RolandUS.com

PCK-1 PRACTICE CONVERSION KIT

Turn Any 14-Inch Acoustic Snare Into a Silent Practice Pad

Anaheim, Calif., Jan. 16, 2003- Roland is proud to announce the PCK-1 Practice Conversion Kit. This special package¡Xwhich includes a 14-inch mesh head, an RT-5S Snare Trigger with separate head/rim capabilities and a rim silencer¡Xmakes it possible to turn any acoustic snare into a silent practice pad. The PCK-1 is also compatible with Roland¡¦s RM-2 Rhythm Coach for even more effective practice.

Installing the PCK-1 is easy. Just swap out the acoustic snare head for Roland¡¦s patented 14-inch mesh head and install the acoustic trigger. The mesh head uses V-Drums„¥ technology to deliver realistic response and feel without unwanted noise. The RT-5S Snare Trigger¡¦s separate head and rim triggering capabilities enable a drummer to play both snare and side stick sounds, while a rubber rim silencer suppresses rim shot noise.

An expandable system, the PCK-1 can be used to trigger MIDI modules when used with the optional TMC-6 Trigger MIDI Converter or a TD-Series brain. Or, by mounting the optional RM-2 Rhythm Coach, drummers can add an integrated metronome and sound module with onboard rhythm training exercises to help develop timing, speed and endurance.

Roland is a world leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of electronic musical instruments, professional audio equipment, multimedia products and music accessories. For more information, contact Roland Corporation U.S., 5100 S. Eastern Ave., P.O. Box 910921, Los Angeles, CA 90091-0921, (323) 890-3700 (x3718 - for media use only)