For the individual who is willing to take the time to learn all of the programmable features of this vintage powerhouse, the Roland R8 Human Rhythm Composer can become a serious tool for writing and recording great sounding drum tracks. Featuring a substantial on-board sound library, and employing it's unique "Human Feel" capability, you can soon be programming tracks that most average folks cannot tell from a live drummer. There are also additional plug-in ROM sound cards available ( eBay and elsewhere ) which can add a fantastic palate of sounds with which to work. This particular unit is from a smoke-free studio, is exceptionally clean and 100% functional. All pads work as they should as does the display. State-of-the-Art when first introduced back in the 90's, this device has been used by many recording artists for the past two decades to create some great music! Comes with print-out Manual in three ring binder and power supply.