Roland VAD516 V-Drum Set

VAD516 V-Drums Acoustic Design

The VAD516 V-Drums Acoustic Design Kit is the top model in the V-Drums 5 series. It combines the look, feel and stage presence of a full-size acoustic set with the modern performance of the V51 module. With its full-size wooden shells, high-quality digital pads and studio-compatible connections, it is aimed at ambitious drummers who value traditional aesthetics without sacrificing the advantages of a modern electronic drum kit. Whether performing live, recording in the studio or playing at home, the VAD516 offers the expressiveness and detail of an acoustic kit, coupled with the renowned control and ground-breaking convenience of the V-Drums range.

- Top kit of the V-Drums 5 series

- Expandable V51 sound module with the same pioneering drum engine as the top model V71

- PD-14DSX digital snare with hand position detection, cross-stick detection, throw-off switch and LED display

- KD-20-MS 20'' bass drum with full-size shell and realistic acoustic presence

- PDA series toms (10'', 12'' and 14'') with double-layer mesh heads with quiet playing noises and a realistic, tension-adjustable rebound

- VH-14D digital hi-hat with precise open/close resolution and touch muting

- CY-18DR Digital ride cymbal with bow/edge/bell trigger detection and touch muting

- CY-14R-T and CY-16R-T crash pads with natural rebound, bow/edge triggering and choke

- Complete, double-braced tom and cymbal hardware setup like an acoustic set (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

V51 V-Drums sound module

The V51 is the centrepiece of the V-Drums 5 series and sets a new standard for mid-range electronic drum modules. It uses the same high-end engine as the top model V71 and offers high-quality DW drum kits on a multi-layer sample basis, integrated tools for practising and performing as well as extensive expansion options in the Roland Cloud. The user interface allows you to work quickly and creatively, while the Bluetooth audio and Wi-Fi connection combined with app integration offer limitless possibilities for playing, practising and personalising sounds.

- 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 V31) that offers full compatibility with V-Drums Instrument Expansions and Kit Packs

- High-resolution 4.3'' colour display, panel faders and intuitive user interface for easy navigation

- Three individual pad inputs for the innovative Roland Digital Snare, Ride and Hi-Hat pads

- Sound Modify control for quick adjustments to tuning, damping and kit components

- Stereo master output and two assignable mono outputs for flexible signal routing on stage and in the studio

- 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 into DAWs and software instruments

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

- Audio recorder and SD card slot for quick recording and playback

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

- Wireless connection and smartphone app integration to manage expansions and control 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 drum sets