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Roland VAD316 V-Drum Set

Drum kits: 200 (presets: more than 70)

Instruments: More than 1,000


Effect types:

Layer transient: per layer

Layer equaliser: per layer

Pad equaliser: per pad (for beat and rim range separately)

Pad compressor: per pad (common for beat and rim range)

Overhead microphone simulator

Room/reverb/kit resonance

Bus effect: 4 systems (two can be used simultaneously per system / with sidechain function), 94 types

Bus reverb

Master compressor

Master equaliser


User sample import:

Number of user samples: maximum 500 (including factory pre-installed user samples)

Total length of sounds: 24 minutes in mono, 12 minutes in stereo

Loadable file formats: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16/24 bit)


Song player (SD card)

Audio files: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16/24 bit), MP3


Recorder:

Recording method: Real-time

Maximum note storage: approx. 40,000 notes

Export file format: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16 bit), SMF


Recording method: Real time

Maximum length: 60 minutes (temporary recording: 1 minute) (*1)

File format: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16 bit)


Display: Graphic colour LCD, 4.3 inch

External memory: SD card (SDHC supported)


Connections:

TRIGGER INPUT connector x 1: DB-25 type

(Kick, Snare, Tom1, Tom2, Tom3, Hi-Hat, Crash1, Ride, Ride Bell, Hi-Hat Control)

(Cannot be used simultaneously with digital pad)


TRIGGER IN sockets x 2: 1/4" stereo jack (CRASH 2, AUX/TOM 4)

DIGITAL TRIGGER IN port x 1: USB-A

MASTER OUT sockets (L/MONO, R): 1/4" jack, unbalanced

PHONES socket x 1: Stereo mini jack

MIX IN socket x 1: stereo mini jack

MIDI OUT connection

USB COMPUTER port: USB Type-C® (Class Compliant for audio and MIDI / Roland driver for audio and MIDI)

DC IN socket


Number of USB audio recording/playback channels:

Vendor Mode

Sampling rate (original): 44.1 kHz

Sampling rate (with sample rate converter): 96 kHz, 48 kHz

Recording: 30 channels

Playback: 32 channels


Generic mode

Sampling rate (original): 44.1 kHz

Recording: 2 channels

Playback: 2 channels


Power supply: Mains adapter

Power consumption: 1,100 mA

Power consumption when switched off (with automatic switch-off): 0.24 W


Dimensions: 316 (W) x 246 (D) x 97 (H) mm

Weight: 2.2 kg


Accessories:

Quick Start Guide

Roland Cloud Connect Setup Guide

Power adapter (PSB-7U)

Special connection cable

Sound module mounting plate set

Supplement "USING THE UNIT SAFELY"

VAD316 V-Drums Acoustic Design

The VAD316 brings the renowned V-Drums Acoustic Design experience to the V-Drums 3 series. With its flat wooden tom shells and full-size bass drum, the kit conveys the stage presence, feel and familiar layout of a classic acoustic set - but with full control over the volume. In addition, the V31 sound module offers performance on par with the top models in the series, innovative coaching tools and a wireless connection for easy playing, learning and expanding your sound palette. Whether you're practising at home, live on stage or recording in the studio, the VAD316 combines high-quality acoustic components with pioneering V-Drums technology to give you the best of both worlds.


- Five-piece V-Drums Acoustic Design Kit with flat wooden shells and full-size bass drum

- Expandable V31 sound module with the same groundbreaking drum engine as the top model V71

- PDA120LS 12'' snare with tension-adjustable mesh head and cross-stick detection

- KD-18 18'' full-size bass drum with innovative sensor system directly on the drum head, enlarged trigger range and adjustable lifter

- Tom pads (2x 10'', 1x 12'') from the PDA series with 2-zone sensors and flat wooden shells

- VH-10 hi-hat on a traditional hi-hat stand (not included) for natural open/close control

- CY-12C-T and CY-14R-T crash pads with natural response, bow/edge detection and choke

- CY-16R-T ride cymbal pad with natural response, bow/edge detection and choke

- Separate pad input for a Roland digital snare, ride or hi-hat pad (optional)

- Three DCS-30 combo stands with flexible mounting and high stability (hi-hat stand, bass drum pedal, snare stand and drum stool sold separately)

- Integrated Coach module with phrase trainer, hit display and other modern tools as well as exclusive melodics content for V-Drums users

- USB-C multi-channel audio and MIDI connection for seamless integration with DAWs and software instruments

- Bluetooth audio for streaming music and backing tracks from a mobile device

- Wireless connection and smartphone app integration for managing extensions and controlling basic sound module functions

- Expand your creative possibilities with an ever-growing collection of sounds in the Roland Cloud, including V-Drums Multi-Layer Instrument Expansions based on high-quality DW drumsets



V31 V-Drums sound module


The V31 sound module forms the centrepiece of the V-Drums 3 series and combines the performance and expressiveness of the Roland V71 top model in a compact housing. The combination of precise response, multi-layer drums and cymbals and an intuitive user interface enables a high-quality sound experience without any annoying complexity. In addition, integrated practice tools, Bluetooth audio, Wi-Fi and smartphone app integration ensure that you can practice, play and expand your sound library even more effectively with V-Drums Instrument Expansions and Kit Packs from the Roland Cloud.


- Expandable V-Drums sound module with the same groundbreaking drum engine as the top model V71

- Integrated multi-sample sound library, developed in collaboration with DW

- Part of a unified ecosystem (together with the V71 and V51) that offers full compatibility with V-Drums Instrument Expansions and Kit Packs

- Quick Edit knobs for quick adjustment of tuning, damping and instrument type

- Multi-pin trigger harness and two analogue 6.3 mm trigger inputs

- Separate pad input for a Roland digital snare, ride or hi-hat pad

- Stereo audio output and MIDI output

- Analogue mix input for connecting a playback device or Roland percussion pads

- Integrated Coach module with phrase trainer, hit display and other modern tools as well as exclusive melodics content for V-Drums users

- Special storage area on the surface for unused sticks

- USB-C multi-channel audio and MIDI connection for seamless integration into DAWs and software instruments

- Bluetooth audio for streaming music and backing tracks from a mobile device

- Audio recording and song playback via SD card

- Wireless connection and smartphone app integration for managing extensions and controlling basic sound module functions

- Expand your creative possibilities with an ever-growing sound collection in the Roland Cloud, including V-Drums Multi-Layer Instrument Expansions based on high-quality DW drumsets

Properties

Incl. basin: 4
Incl. hardware: Yes
Mesh heads: 4
Midi Out: USB,5-pin
Number of outputs: 4
Number of sounds: 200

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Kontaktformular: https://www.roland.com/backstage/


Die Roland Corporation wurde 1972 in Osaka (Japan) gegründet und zählt heute zu den weltweit führenden Anbietern von elektronischen Musikinstrumenten. Die Produktpalette beinhaltet Synthesizer, Pianos und Keyboards, V-Accordions, Gitarren / Effektgeräte und Verstärker, E-Drums und E-Percussion, Studiotechnik und Software. Mit den Marken Roland, BOSS, Roland Professional A/V und Roland Professional Group bietet Roland Musikinteressierten und Musikern, Einsteigern wie Profis, Audio- und Videospezialisten ein breites Spektrum an Instrumenten, Geräten und Software zur nahezu grenzenlosen Umsetzung künstlerischer Projekte. Die Ausdrucksformen von Kreativität werden immer vielfältiger und Roland reagiert auf diese Entwicklung mit technisch-innovativen Produkten. Somit kann Roland für fast jede Anforderung von Kunden eine Lösung anbieten. Roland nimmt mit seinen Entwicklungen dabei häufig eine Vorreiterstellung in der Musikindustrie ein.

Safety instructions and warnings:

This product contains electronic components and/or is powered by electricity.

Please only use it in accordance with the operating instructions and with suitable accessories.

⚠️ Protect the device from moisture, extreme temperatures and mechanical damage.

Check cables, power supply units and connections regularly for visible damage.

ℹ️ For further safety-related information, please refer to the enclosed operating instructions.

ℹ️ If you have any questions about safe use, please contact our customer service team.

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