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Hi-Hat Controller Sensor on Roland TD-12

Wiring, module settings, and tips for the Hi-Hat Controller Sensor when used with the Roland TD-12.

Yes — the Hi-Hat Controller Sensor works as a full hi-hat on the Roland TD-12: variable pedal position.

Continuous Open Closed

Wiring: 1× TRS → HI-HAT input on the rear panel + 1× TRS → HH CTRL input on the rear panel

Continuous hi-hat control. Supports VH-12, VH-11, and FD-8.

Connect a ¼″ TRS cable from the hi-hat pad to the HI-HAT input on the rear panel.
Connect a ¼″ TRS cable from the hi-hat controller pedal to the HH CTRL input on the rear panel.

Press [TRIGGER], then [F1 (BANK)].
Strike the hi-hat to select the HI-HAT input (the cursor moves to the struck pad).
Use [+/-] or [VALUE] to set the "Trigger Type" to VH11 or VH12.
Press [F2 (BASIC)] to fine-tune "Sensitivity" (1-32) and "Threshold" (0-31).

Calibrate the VH offset: loosen the clutch, let the hi-hat rest on the motion sensor, and adjust the offset screw until the on-screen indicator is centered.
Continuous pedal control provides smooth open-to-closed transitions.

Hi-Hat Controller Sensor also fits 69 other drum modules — see setup

Other compatible drum modules

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