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Drum Controller with 10 Flat Neoprene Pads, 14 Raised Neoprene Pads, Kick Drum and Hi-hat Inputs, and Software
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KAT Percussion trapKAT XL Percussion Controller
Price:$2,799 and 00 cents
Special Financing - Ends Aug 2, 2026. $78/month with 36 month financing*

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Full Drum Kit Control From a Single 24-pad Surface!

The KAT Percussion trapKAT XL drum controller puts an astounding 24 playing surfaces right where you need them for a very natural playing experience from one instrument! The trapKAT XL features 14 pads with raised edges (perfect for rimshots) and 10 large flat pads, configured to provide ergonomical playing from a single unit. The neoprene pads give you very natural feel, while individual hi-hat and kick-pedal inputs provide the full-kit experience. Trigger up to 16 sounds per pad, and use the included software to get great functionality from the trapKAT XL!

KAT Percussion trapKAT XL Drum Controller at a Glance:
  • Plenty of playing surfaces on one well-configured instrument
  • You can groove with this controller
  • Acoustic drummers will love it

Plenty of playing surfaces on one well-configured instrument
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 — velocity switched, layered or alternated.

You can groove with this controller
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.

Acoustic drummers will love it
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 kit players will feel right at home!

KAT Percussion trapKAT XL Drum Controller Features:

  • 24 pads arranged for easy drumming on a single surface
  • 10 large flat pads
  • 15 surrounding raised-edge ("rim") pads
  • A complete electronic percussion system from a single unit
  • Up to 16 sounds can be triggered per pad (velocity switched, layered or alternated)
  • Weight: 14 lbs.
  • Dimensions: Approximately 40" long by 17" high.

  • Pads: Individual 1/2" and 3/4" neoprene pads on the bumpers for amazing feel
  • Sensors: Redesigned sensors that are more dynamic and sensitive than those on the original trapKAT

  • Color: Classic textured bronze
  • New powerful 4.0 software
    included
  • Expanded hi-hat pedal capability
  • Can now be played with Pintech, Yamaha, Hart, and Drumtech, and Roland FD-8
The KAT Percussion trapKAT XL drum controller puts a very playable drum kit surface into one lightweight unit!

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Tech Specs

  • Type: Percussion Controller
  • Pads: 24 x Velocity-sensitive pads
  • Analog Inputs: 6 x 1/4" (hi-hat, bass, kit select, note edit, kit/pad edit, global edit)
  • MIDI I/O: In/Out/Thru
  • Height: 17"
  • Width: 40"
  • Weight: 14 lbs.
  • Manufacturer Part Number: TK02

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Reviews

TRAPKAT XL made by ALTERNATEMODE
ROLAND, YAMAHA, ALESIS, SIMMONS best electronic options STILL NOT on par with the TRAPKAT XL!!! THE ULTIMATE IN: EXPRESSION
PLAYABILITY
RELIABILITY
PRICING
UPGRADABLE (only for software wow!)
CUSTOMER SERVICE/REPAIRS
FUTURE PROOF/EXPANDABLE...
They've made electronic percussion products since the 80's that STILL work today!!
Little known (NOT anymore since partnering with SWEETWATER!) ALTERNATEMODE is SIMPLY YOUR ONE-STOP SHOP FOR ELECTRONIC+TEXTURAL DRUMMING! AND THE TRAPKAT ANSWERS ALL THE BELLS THE ACOUSTIC DRUMMER WILL NEED FOR ENTRY INTO THE ELECTRONIC REALM FROM A PHYSICALLY REALISTIC APPROACH!!
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