Roland VAD316 V-Drums Acoustic Design Electronic Drum Set

Roland VAD 316 V-Drums Acoustic Design V Drum Electronic Digital Drum Set Drum Kit

Five-Piece V-Drums Acoustic Design Kit with the Expandable V31 Module

The V-Drums 3 Series brings you next-gen V-Drums expression and flexibility for daily practice and home recording. The V31 sound module features the same flagship-grade engine as the V71 and V51 modules in our premium kits, delivering rich, multi-sampled onboard sounds and a seamless transition to DW Soundworks software for computer-based drumming. You also get powerful tools for skill development and jamming, updated components for enhanced playability, and built-in wireless connectivity to access an ever-expanding range of sound expansions and other V-Drums content on Roland Cloud.

With shallow-depth wood shells and a full-size kick drum, the VAD316 offers the presence, feel, and familiar layout of a traditional acoustic set—but with complete volume control. Blending premium acoustic details with the latest V-Drums tech, this attractive and expressive kit provides a high-quality experience for home sessions, project studio recording, and more.

Features

Next-gen V-Drums sound and features powered by Roland’s latest technologiesV-Drums Acoustic Design kit with shallow-depth wood shells and a full-size kick drumV31 module with a multi-sampled sound library created in collaboration with Drum Workshop (DW)DW Soundworks software instrument for a seamless transition to computer-based playing (included with Roland Cloud Ultimate membership)Wirelessly download V-Drums Instrument Expansions and Kit Packs with the Roland Cloud Connect mobile appSix-month Roland Cloud Ultimate membership includedLarge color display, intuitive user interface, and built-in wireless adapterEZ Edit controls for fast changes to tuning, muffling, and instrument typesCompanion V31 Editor software (macOS/Windows) and V-Drums Play app (iOS/Android)*Add your own sounds with sample import supportDedicated pad input to upgrade your kit with an advanced Roland digital snare, ride, or hi-hat padMulti-pin trigger cable harness and two ¼-inch analog trigger inputsAnalog mix input for a music playback device or Roland percussion padIntegrated coach mode with Phrase Trainer, Stroke Monitor, and other advanced toolsIncludes Drum Pass, an exclusive Roland bundle of 100 free Melodics™ lessons for V-Drums players

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

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

Audio recording and song playback via SD media

PDA120LS 12-inch snare with tension-adjustable mesh head and cross-stick capability

Full-size KD-18 18-inch kick drum with innovative head-mounted sensor system, enlarged trigger area, and adjustable lifter

PDA series tom pads (two 10-inch and one 12-inch) with dual-zone sensing and shallow wood shells

Black wraps on the snare, kick, and tom pads

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

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

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

Three DCS-30 combo stands with flexible mounting and rock-solid stability (hi-hat stand, kick pedal, snare stand, and throne sold separately)

Self-adhesive KDP-5 kick pad patch (replacement patches available separately)

*The V31 Editor and V-Drums Play app will be available in late 2025.

 

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Specifications

Drum Sound Module	V31 x 1
Snare	PDA120LS x 1
Tom 1	PDA100L x 1
Tom 2	PDA100L x 1
Tom 3	PDA120L x 1
Hi-Hat	VH-10 x 1
Crash 1	CY-12C-T x 1
Crash 2	CY-14R-T x 1
Ride	CY-16R-T x 1
Kick	KD-18-BK x 1
Drum Sound Module Stand	PDS-5 x 1
Drum Combination Stand	DCS-30 x 3
Extra Trigger Input Jacks	2 (AUX/TOM4, CRASH 2)
Notes	CRASH 2 jack is used for CY-14R-T of 2nd crash cymbal. DIGITAL TRIGGER IN connector is used for connecting a separately sold digital pad.
Accessories	Sound module mount, AC adaptor, Special connection cable, Connection cable (Crash 2), Drum key, Setup guide, Owner’s manuals
Options (sold separately)	PM series personal drum monitor, DAP series accessory package, NE series noise eater

Size and Weight

Width	1865 mm / 73-7/16 inches
Depth	1400 mm / 55-1/8 inches
Height	1200 mm / 47-1/4 inches (including Kick pad, Cymbals, Hi-hat stand and Drum throne)
Weight	47.2 kg / 104 lbs 1 oz