Pearl EMSC Sound Card for malletSTATION EM Pro
The EM PRO Sound Card replaces the stock MIDI card by simply sliding into its place, adding powerful onboard sound capability. It features a quad-core ARM 64-bit 2.0 GHz processor for fast performance and enough onboard storage to hold a large library of instruments.
The EMSC Sound card includes 24 GB of onboard sounds including 126 instruments and 24,903 individual samples. These instruments include marimba, vibraphone, electric pianos, bells, chimes, drum kits, strings, choirs, synthesizers, and many more.
- Replacement for the stock MIDI card
- Quad-core ARM 64-bit 2.0 GHz processor
- 24 GB of onboard sounds
- 126 instruments built from 24,903 samples
- Includes Adams Alpha 5-octave Marimba and Alpha Vibraphone libraries
- Sound transfer via wireless or wired connection
- Expandable with additional downloadable sound libraries
- Instrument types include marimba, vibraphone, electric pianos, bells, chimes, drum kits, strings, choirs, and synthesizers
Frequently Asked Questions: Pearl malletSTATION EMSC Sound Card
How do you add the EMSC sound card?
To install the optional EMSC sound card, remove the end cap of the EM PRO and take out the three screws on the back of the stock MIDI module. Gently pull the card out and disconnect the ribbon cable. Install the EMSC card in the open slot, reconnect the ribbon cable, and reinstall the mounting screws and end cap. An optional wireless antenna can also be installed inside the EM PRO chassis to allow easier firmware updates.
How do I get the EM PRO to recognize the EMSC sound card?
After installing the sound card, update the EM PRO to the latest firmware version. A QR code included in the box links to the owner's manuals and installation instructions. A Mac or PC is required to run the Pearl Mallet Updater software for the initial setup.
How many sounds are included in the EMSC sound card?
The optional EMSC sound card includes a library of 126 instruments created from more than 24,000 samples and 24GB of audio data. The collection includes traditional mallet instruments such as an Adams Alpha Marimba and Adams Alpha Series Concert Vibraphone, along with a Jazz Vibraphone. Additional sounds include classic electric pianos, bells, chimes, pitched metal and wood percussion, drum sets, choirs, brass, synth textures, and even a pitched PVC pipe instrument made famous by a well-known trio of blue-hued performers.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | PRL-EMSC |
| Model Name | EMSC |
| Vendor | Pearl |
| MPN | EMSC |
Pearl offers a 2-year limited warranty on most hardware and a 1-year limited warranty on MalletStation products. Covering malfunctions from normal use, excluding damage caused by abuse, faulty connections, or improper operation. The warranty is void if the serial number is unreadable, the device is tampered with, repaired by unauthorized persons, or purchased from an unauthorized dealer. Warranty does not apply on B-stock items or items sold in used condition. See Pearl's website for more details.
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