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TrapKAT XL

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The trapKAT XL features 24 playing surfaces with True FSR technology in a size and configuration that rivals an acoustic drum kit. With 10 large flat pads, 14 surrounding raised edge or "rim" pads and individual kick and hi-hat footpedal inputs, the trapKAT offers a complete electronic percussion system in single, compact instrument. Up to 16 sounds can be triggered per pad either Velocity Switched, Layered or Alternated. The trapKAT also features an array of built-in percussive and melodic "grooves" which can be completely controlled from the playing surface. This allows the trapKAT to generate additional percussion parts or complete rhythm section grooves for practicing or performing. The trapKAT is the perfect solution for those who desire a comfortable and conventional layout with the power, flexibility and convenience of electronic percussion. Acoustic drum set players will feel right at home!

TrapKAT pad numbers

Specific trapKAT XL features:

LIGHTWEIGHT
The trapKAT XL weights only 14 pounds.

COMPACT DESIGN
The trapKAT XL is approximately 40” long and 17” high.

RESPONSIVE PADS
The trapKAT XL uses individual 1/2” neoprene pads and 1” neoprene pads on the bumpers.
The feel is amazing.

DYNAMIC SENSORS
The trapKAT XL sensors are extermely sensative and can recognize up to 128 different dynamic levels per pad.

COLOR
Beautiful textured white finish.

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Mar 11, 2020

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malletKAT Visual Editor

Nov 14, 2018

malletKAT Visual Editor

for PC, Mac, and iOS

Alternate Mode is extremely excited to offer its long anticipated FREE malletKAT Editor for the malletKAT Express, Pro, Grand and vibeKAT.

Alternate Mode is going WHITE

Sep 25, 2018

In the next few months, we will be transitioning the powder coating metal and sensor overlays of our malletKAT, vibeKAT and trapKAT products to a new, bright white body.

This beautiful and contemporary look is further enhanced by also including a solid black nylon coating atop of the pads. This coating is not just aesthetic, but provides additional protection of the pads from the sun, rain, and general abuses.

The Kurzweil Sound Card (KS) comes to a close

Sep 21, 2018

This year, Young Chang, the maker of the Kurzweil sound card, unexpectedly decided to stop manufacturing the sound card for Alternate Mode. We still have some left, but will soon no longer have the KS available as we want to keep a supply of repair boards available.