Roland VAD-516 V-Drums Acoustic Design Electronic Drum Kit
A flagship acoustic-style V-Drums kit with the next-gen V51 module, premium digital pads, and full-depth wood shells.
The Roland VAD-516 is the top-tier model in the V-Drums 5 Series — designed for professional drummers who demand the realism of an acoustic kit with the versatility of electronic drums. Powered by the new V51 module, it delivers deeply expressive playability, advanced editing options, DW-crafted sample libraries, and seamless computer integration via DW Soundworks.
With full-depth wood shells, premium digital pads, multi-channel USB-C audio, wireless Roland Cloud support and studio-grade processing, the VAD-516 is built for stage, studio and content creation. This is the future of high-end electronic drumming — without sacrificing the look or feel of a real acoustic kit.
FEATURES
- Next-Generation V51 Module: Flagship sound engine, DW-collaborated multi-sampled library, colour display, wireless connectivity, deep editing and sample import.
- Premium Digital Pads: PD-14DSX digital snare, CY-18DR digital ride and VH-14D digital hi-hats with positional sensing, touch muting and advanced articulation.
- Full-Depth Acoustic Design Shells: Real wood shells with Midnight Sparkle wrap for authentic presence and a natural feel on stage.
- DW Soundworks Integration: Seamless computer-based drumming via Roland Cloud Ultimate; access to premium DW kits and tools.
- Roland Cloud Ready: Wirelessly download Instrument Expansions, Kit Packs and content using Roland Cloud Connect.
- Comprehensive Connectivity: USB-C multi-channel audio/MIDI, Bluetooth audio, stereo/mono outs, direct outs, mix input and SD recording.
- Studio-Grade Processing: Onboard EQs, compressors, reverbs, ambience effects and powerful tuning/muffling controls.
- Pro-Level Practice Tools: Coach mode, Phrase Trainer, Stroke Monitor and 100 Melodics lessons included via Drum Pass.
- Mesh-Head Tom Pads: PDA100-MS, PDA120-MS and PDA140F-MS toms with tunable rebound and realistic feel.
- Premium Cymbal Pads: CY-14R-T and CY-16R-T crashes with natural movement, edge/bow triggering and choke support.
Why You’ll Love It
- Acoustic look and feel with the most advanced V-Drums technology available
- Digital pads capture every nuance for an incredibly lifelike response.
- V51 module delivers a huge, expandable sound library with pro editing tools
- Perfect for recording with multi-channel USB-C audio
- Ideal for hybrid drummers and creators needing flexibility and precision
- Professional stage presence with premium wood shells
KIT CONFIGURATION
- Drum sound module: V51 x 1
- Snare: PD-14DSX x 1
- Tom1: PDA100-MS x 1
- Tom2: PDA120-MS x 1
- Tom3: PDA140F-MS x 1
- Hi-hat: VH-14D x 1
- Crash1: CY-14R-T x 1
- Crash2: CY-16R-T x 1
- Ride: CY-18DR x 1
- Kick: KD-20-MS x 1
- Drum sound module stand: PDS-5 x 1
- Drum combination stand: DCS-30 x 2 *1
- Drum boom stand: DBS-30 x 1 *1
Sold Separately: hi-hat stand, kick pedal, snare stand, and throne sold separately
