Roland VAD-516 E-Drum Kit

Roland VAD-516 V-Drum Acoustic Design

The VAD516 V-Drums Acoustic Design Kit is the top model of the V-Drums 5 series.
It combines the look, feel and stage presence of a full-size acoustic kit 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 a traditional aesthetic without sacrificing the features of a modern electronic drum kit.Whether for live performance, studio recording or playing at home...the VAD516 offers the expressiveness and detail of an acoustic kit, coupled with the familiar control and groundbreaking convenience of the V-Drums range.
The Roland VAD516 is the successor to the VAD507.

• V-Drums Acoustic Desgin
• Drum pads with flat wooden shells for realistic rebound and compact dimensions
• Equipped with the new V51 drum module
• 200 drum kits
• 70 preset kits
• 50 user kits
• Over 1,000 integrated instruments and sounds.
• Expandable via sample import and cloud-based extensions such as Roland Cloud Connect.
  
  Effects & sound design
• Layer transient processing for each layer separately.
• Layer equalizer individually adjustable for each layer.
• Pad equalizer separately for head and rim per pad.
• Pad compressor for head and rim together.
• Overhead microphone simulation for realistic surround sound.
• Room, reverb and kit resonance effects for authentic spatiality.
• Four bus effect systems, two simultaneously usable per system, with side-chain function and a total of 94 effect types.
• Additional bus reverb, master compressor and master equalizer.
  
  User samples (User Sample Import)
• Up to 500 user samples, including factory pre-installed samples.
• Max imal total length 24 minutes in mono or 12 minutes in stereo.
• Supported file formats: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16 or 24 bit).
  
  Song player & recorder
• Song player via SD card with support for WAV (44.1 kHz, 16/24 bit) and MP3.
• Recorder for real-time recordings with a maximum of approx. 40,000 Noten memory, export as WAV (44.1 kHz, 16 bit) or SMF.
• Alternative recording up to 60 minutes long, temporary recording up to one minute possible without SD card.
• An SD card is required for complete song recording.
  
  Display and fader
• 4.3 inch color graphic LCD.
• Six faders for direct control of kick, snare, toms, hi-hat, cymbals and ambience.
• External memory
• SD card (SDHC compatible).
  
  Connections
• Trigger input (DB-25 type) for kick, snare, tom13, hi-hat, crash1, ride, ride bell and hi-hat control (cannot be used simultaneously with digital pad).
• Four additional Trigger In (6.3 mm TRS jack) for Crash2, AUX1/Tom4, AUX2 and AUX3.
• Three Digital Trigger In ports (USB-A) for digital pads.
• Master Out (L/Mono, R) unbalanced (6.3 mm jack).
• Two Direct Outs (6.3 mm TRS jack, unbalanced).
• Two headphone outputs: stereo 6.3 mm jack and stereo mini jack.
• Mix In (stereo 6.3 mm jack).
• MIDI In and MIDI Out/Thru.
• USB computer port (USB-C, class compliant for audio and MIDI, Roland driver available).
• Footswitch input (6.3 mm TRS jack).
• DC-In for power supply unit.
  
  USB Audio / Playback
• Vendor Mode:
• Sampling rate 44.1 kHz (original), optionally with sampling rate converter to 48 or 96 kHz.
• Recording: 32 channels.
• Playback: 32 channels.
• Generic mode:
• Sampling rate 44.1 kHz.
• Recording: 2 channels.
• Playback: 2 channels.
  
  Power supply and performance
• Operation via AC power supply unit (PSB-7U).
• Power consumption: 1,700 mA.
• Power consumption in automatic switch-off mode: 0.24 W.
  
  Dimensions and weight
• Width 316 mm, depth 246 mm, height 103 mm.
• Weight 2.4 kg.
  
  Scope of delivery
• Quick Start Guide.
• Roland Cloud Connect Setup Guide.
• Power supply unit (PSB-7U).
• Special connection cable.
• Mounting plate for sound module.
• Safety instructions (Using the Unit Safely).
• Optional accessories (sold separately)
• Pads: PD, PDX, PDQ and BT-1 series.
• Cymbals: CY and CYQ series.
• Kick pads: KD, KDQ and KT series.
• Hi-Hats: VH series.
• Hi-hat control pedals: FD series.
• Acoustic drum triggers: RT series.
• Footswitches: BOSS FS-5U, FS-6.
• Personal Drum Monitors: PM series.
• V-Drums accessory pack: DAP-3X.
• V-Drums mats: TDM series.
• Noise Eater: NE series.

Set consists of:

• V51 - Sound Module
• KD-20-MS - 20'' Kick Pad
• PDA-14DSX - 14'' Digital Snare Pad
• PDA-100-MS - 10'' Tom Pad
• PDA-120-MS - 12'' Tom Pad
• PDA-140F- MS - 14'' Floor Tom
• VH-14D - 14'' DigitalHiHat System
• CY-18DR- 18'' Digital Ride Cymbal
• CY-14R-T - 14'' Crash Cymbal
• CY-16R-T - 16'' Crash Cymbal
• DCS-30 (2x)/ PDS-5(1x)/ DBS-30 (1x) - Stands
• Successor to the TD-27K
  
  

Note: HiHat stand, snare stand and bass drum pedal are not included in the scope of delivery

A six-month Roland Cloud Ultimate trial period is included with purchase. It offers access to high-quality sounds, exclusive kits, regular updates and the latest sound packs from the Roland Cloud.

Key benefits of the new Roland V-Drums series
Unrivaled sound. Unrivaled playing feel.

New sound engine
The newly developed sound engine offers even more dynamics and a VST-like sound behavior. It provides a realistic and consistent sound experience across all models from Series 3 to Series 5 and Series 7.

DW-Samples
Exclusive multi-layer samples from Drum Workshop (DW) deliver the legendary, powerful and detailed DW sound authentically at any volume and velocity.

Unmatched expression
Round-Robin Sampling and Roland Behavior Modeling create a natural, organic response. Every hit sounds different, lively and dynamic, just like a real acoustic drum set.

Unlimited sounds. One module. Based on the Roland Cloud.

Extensions from the Roland Cloud
New kits and instruments can be downloaded directly from the Roland Cloud at any time for endless sonic possibilities.

Professional sounds at every level
All V71 extensions are fully compatible with the V31 and V51 modules. This means that the sounds of the top model are also available in the smaller modules.

Comprehensive use of DW sounds
Many DW kits can be used both in the Roland sound modules and in the DW Soundworks VST software. This ensures maximum flexibility in the studio and on stage.

Growing library
Regular releases of new kits, instruments and genre packs keep the module up to date and inspire new sound ideas.

App control via smartphones
With the Roland Cloud Connect and the V-Drums Play app, kits can be searched for wirelessly, downloaded and edited directly - quickly, intuitively and without a PC connection.

New look. Top playing feel.

New module design
Compact, clear and modern design with large color display. The operation is intuitive and enables quick selection, editing and saving of kits.

New PD-10P and PD-12P pads
The new tom pads feature chrome-plated hoops, integrated rims and multiple sensors. The result is a smooth, precise and natural playing feel.

V51 module: Three USB digital pad inputs
Allows the simultaneous connection of a digital snare, hi-hat and a digital ride. This ensures maximum expressiveness and realism with every beat.

Compatibility & Roland Cloud Connect
All new modules are equipped with the Roland Cloud Connect. Instruments, kits and extensions can be downloaded, installed and managed wirelessly from a smartphone (iOS or Android) via the integrated Wi-Fi connection.
A six-month Roland Cloud Ultimate trial period is included with purchase. It offers access to high-quality sounds, exclusive kits, regular updates and the latest sound packs from the Roland Cloud.

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