Acoustic aesthetics, V-Drums technology: Roland VAD516

The Roland VAD516 is a professional V-Drums Acoustic Design 5 series electronic drum kit, created to offer the feel, look, and sound of a premium acoustic drum kit. Equipped with the V51 module, it shares the same sound engine as the higher-end V-Drums 7 series, with multi-layered samples recorded by DW Soundworks and Roland behavior modeling for exceptional sonic realism. Its design with full-size wooden shells, digital pads, and large-diameter cymbals offers natural playability and an authentic stage presence, ideal for the stage or studio.

Key features of the Roland VAD516

• Wooden shells with double-layer mesh heads
• V51 module with Series 7 sound engine
• Digital snare, ride, and crash pads for maximum expressiveness
• Full compatibility with Roland Cloud and Wi-Fi connectivity
• Highly stable acoustic hardware rack

Why choose the Roland VAD516?

The ultimate acoustic realism with the digital power of V-Drums. The Roland VAD516 combines the classic design of an acoustic drum kit with the performance and flexibility of a professional electronic system. The digital pads capture every nuance of touch with precision, while the V51 module allows you to download new kits and sounds from Roland Cloud, customize parameters, and practice with advanced interactive features. It is the ideal instrument for professional drummers looking for studio sound, acoustic aesthetics, and cutting-edge technology in a single kit.

Technical specifications of the Roland VAD516

• Module: Roland V51
• Wooden shells:

Snare: PD-14DSX (14”) digital
Toms: PDA-100-MS (10”) / PDA-120-MS (12”) / PDA-140F-MS (14”)
Bass drum: KD-20-MS (20”)

• Cymbals:

Hi-hat: VH-14D (14”) digital
Crash 1: CY-14R-T (14”)
Crash 2: CY-16R-T (16”)
Ride: CY-18DR (18”) digital

• Rack / hardware: DCS-30 ×2 / DBS-30 ×1 / PDS-5 ×1
• Module connectivity:

Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
L/R master outputs (1/4” TRS)
Mix In input (1/4” TRS)
Headphone outputs (1/4” TRS and 3.5 mm)
MIDI In / Out / Thru
3 USB-A ports for digital pads
USB-C port (audio/MIDI)
SDHC slot for expansion and updates

• Built-in features:

Trainer with Phrase Trainer, Stroke Monitor, and Blast Beat Trainer
Compatibility with Roland Cloud and V-Drums app
DW Soundworks kit expansions

• Origin: Malaysia
• Dimensions (assembled): 1900 × 1500 × 1200 mm
• Weight: 58.7 kg
• Includes: AC adapter, special wiring, additional cymbal cables, drum key, assembly guide, and manuals