Roland VAD516 V-Drums Acoustic Design Electronic Drum Set

Roland VAD 516 V-Drums Acoustic Design V Drum Electronic Digital Drum Set Drum Kit

Flagship V-Drums 5 Series Kit with the Expandable V51 Module, Advanced Digital Pads, and Full-Depth Wood Shells

Designed for serious drummers, the V-Drums 5 Series delivers pro-level performance for every musical need. The V51 module hits the sweet spot within the next-gen V-Drums universe, putting the flagship sound engine from the V71 in a versatile hardware platform with full digital pad support, robust I/O, and seamless integration with DW Soundworks software for computer-based drumming. And with built-in wireless connectivity, it’s easy to grow your setup with an ever-expanding range of sound expansions and other V-Drums content on Roland Cloud.

The VAD516 V-Drums Acoustic Design kit is the pinnacle of the V-Drums 5 Series, combining the immersive look, feel, and stage presence of a traditional acoustic set with Roland’s premium digital pads and advanced V-Drums features. From stage performances and studio recording to creating content at home, the VAD516 offers the expression and detail you expect from an acoustic kit, paired with the control and convenience V-Drums are famous for.

Features

Next-gen V-Drums sound and features powered by Roland’s latest technologiesFlagship five-piece V-Drums 5 Series kit with full-depth wood shells and advanced digital snare, ride, and hi-hat padsV51 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 adapterPowerful editing tools for adjusting drum tuning, muffling, head types, and moreCompanion V51 Editor software (macOS/Windows) and V-Drums Play app (iOS/Android)*Add your own sounds with sample import supportDeep studio-grade processing tools, including EQs, compressors, reverbs, ambience effects, and moreThree digital pad inputs, multi-pin trigger cable harness, and four ¼-inch analog trigger inputsMono/stereo main output, two direct audio outputs, and an analog mix input for a music playback device or Roland percussion padIntegrated coach mode with Phrase Trainer, Stroke Monitor, and other advanced tools

Includes 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

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

KD-20-MS 20-inch kick drum with full-size shell and solid acoustic-style presence

PDA series toms (10-inch, 12-inch, and 14-inch) with dual-ply mesh heads for low noise and realistic, tension-adjustable rebound

Midnight Sparkle wraps on the kick and tom pads

VH-14D digital hi-hats with precise open/closed resolution and touch muting

CY-18DR digital ride cymbal with edge/bow/bell triggering and touch muting

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

Full acoustic-style, double-braced tom and cymbal hardware setup (hi-hat stand, kick pedal, snare stand, and throne sold separately)

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

Midnight Sparkle wraps

*The V51 Editor and V-Drums Play app will be available in late 2025.

Specifications

Size and Weight