Roland TD716, TD713 and VAD716 Electronic Kits with a New Module
Roland's electronic drum kits TD716, TD713 and VAD716 from the V-Drums 7 range open the next sonic and dynamic chapter of this popular series, featuring a redesigned V71 sound module, next-generation pads and enhanced creative tools. The latest flagship platform offers two playing styles: a traditional approach using the core onboard sound library created in collaboration with Drum Workshop, or DW Soundworks software for computer-based drumming.
In addition, built-in wireless connectivity combined with Roland's Cloud Connect on your smartphone allows you to instantly change your sound using the growing online library of V-Drums, Kit Packs and more. In the manufacturer's words, the V-Drums 7 edition is overflowing with expressive power and delivers the most immersive drumming experience in its category, combining unmatched sound and playability with total control.
The upgraded V71 sound module, dominated by a 4.3-inch colour display, has an updated user interface and an improved V-Edit section with accompanying V71 Editor software that works with both macOS and Windows. Custom sounds can be added using the sample import function, and there are professional studio processing tools, including equalisers, compressors, reverbs and ambient effects.
The kits are equipped with symmetrical main audio outputs in the form of XLR and TRS connectors, three digital trigger inputs and 14 analogue trigger inputs, 2x headphone jacks, a USB card with 32 discrete audio channels, as well as Bluetooth audio/MIDI for wireless music streaming and convenient MIDI recording via smartphone.
There is also a new digital snare PD-14DSX, providing an even higher level of playability, which is equipped with a classic-style strainer. The hi-hat VH-14D and ride CY-18DR have been modified, and the bass pads KD-22 (VAD716), KD-18-BK (TD716), KD-12 (TD713) are completely new and in the case of the TD716 version also the tom pads PD-10X and PD-12X.
The TD713 version includes the MDS-GND2 stand, the TD716 version is complemented by the MDS-STG2 hardware system, and the luxury kit VAD716 with acoustic wooden shells, offered in Gloss Natural, Gloss Cherry, Gloss Ebony, Pearl White and Satin Walnut finishes, features stands PDS-20, DBS-30 and a pair of DCS-30.
Basic set-up and prices of individual sets
Roland TD713 V-Drums – kick pad KD-12, snare PD-14DSX, hi-hat VH-14D, toms 2x PDX-100, floor tom PDX-100, crashes CY-14R-T + CY-16R-T, ride CY-18DR, module V71, stand MDS-GND2, price approx. 6,400 euros.
Roland TD716 V-Drums – kick pad KD-18, snare PD-14DSX, hi-hat VH-14D, toms 2x PD-10X, floor toms 2x PD-12X crashes 2x CY-16R-T, ride CY-18DR, module V71, stand MDS-STG2, price approx. 8,000 euros.
Roland VAD716 V-Drums Acoustic Design – BD KD-22, snare PD-14DSX, hi-hat VH-14D, toms PDA-100 + PDA-120, floor toms 2x PDA-140F, crashes 2x CY-16R-T, ride CY-18DR, module V71, stands PDS-20, DBS-30, 2x DCS-30, price approx. 9,000 euros.
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