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As the entry point to the V-Drums Acoustic Design Series, the VAD103 is the affordable all-digital kit that captures the mood and feel of a traditional acoustic set, with shallow wooden drums. Reduce the noise with Roland's famous double-layer mesh heads and an intelligent air-damping system in the bass drum, then let loose when it's show time. Stay focused with a simplified tom layout or express yourself with a full range of cymbals. Mount the VAD103's large drum and cymbal pads on regular stands to accompany the 18-inch bass drum for a classic acoustic kit vibe, and install it anywhere in your home thanks to its compact footprint. Go beyond acoustic drumming with the TD-07 module offering authentic kits for every musical style, in-depth editing to create your signature sound, a built-in Coach mode to develop your technique, plus Bluetooth® connectivity to play drums with your favorite bands streaming from your phone, tablet or computer.
The latest generation of V-Drums
In 1997, Roland V-Drums pioneered electronic drum kits as we know them today and continues to lead the way in innovation. Often imitated but never improved upon, V-Drums set the standard by which all other electronic drum sets are measured, and the VAD103 maintains that tradition with unbeatable durability, precision sensing and sound, cutting-edge pad designs and behavior modeling technology developed over decades. of R&D. As part of the acclaimed V-Drums Acoustic Design series, the electronic drum experience goes one step further with real wood shells and acoustic drum presence. With the VAD103 you get a truly exciting and unique drumming experience, not just a simulation.
Bigger pads, better feel, smaller footprint
Generally, larger drums mean better performance, until you realize that your new full-size kit is taking up more space than you have available. The VAD103 is the perfect balance of playability, pad size and small footprint. An 18-inch kick provides a satisfying "thrust" as your foot activates the beater, but is deliberately shallow where space is tight. The 12-inch snare and floor pads, along with the 10-inch rack tom pad, are large enough for an authentic kit feel, but compact enough to fit into smaller spaces. Mounted on an acoustic stand, the VH-10 hi-hat completes the acoustic ambiance, while the 12-inch crash and 13-inch ride cymbals are satisfying for playing without overwhelming your space. Choose the VAD103 for a kit that feels substantial to play but compact enough to fit into everyday life.
Drum sounds for every genre, song and group
At the heart of the VAD103 is the TD-07 sound module, offering 25 ready-to-play drum kits. Recorded by professional drummers in high-end studios and powered by our advanced behavior modeling technology, each kit sounds and responds like acoustic drums. With kits that cover acoustic, electronic, and percussion sounds, the TD-07 module puts it all at your fingertips when you just want to play drums. And if you want to go further, you can imagine and create up to 25 of your own kits.
The quietest electronic drum on the market
It's a game changer to discover that electronic drum sets allow you to connect headphones and play properly without disturbing those around you. But as liberating as it may sound, lesser electronic drums are compromised by the noise and vibration of the pads, so that even if it feels like you're playing quietly, the noise carries through the walls and floors. The VAD103's pads are designed to be truly quiet, reducing neck noise and vibration without compromising playing feel.
Unbeatable feel from Roland's revolutionary mesh heads
In the mid-90s, our engineers wanted to ditch the solid rubber pads of the time to offer something that looked and felt more like a traditional drum head. Roland's double-layer mesh heads were released in 1997, quickly becoming the standard for electronic drums, but not all mesh heads are created equal. While other electronic drum kits use a single layer of mesh, Roland's adjustable tension mesh pads use two layers of advanced custom material that are aligned using a precise method for precise rebound, better durability and reduced noise. And despite countless imitators, they are still the choice of drummers who demand the best.
Stream audio and jam with your favorite bands
We all have a favorite song that we would like to jam along to. Close your eyes, pick up the sticks and imagine being on stage performing in front of a full crowd. The VAD103's TD-07 module gives you the same thrill, even if you play alone at home. With Bluetooth connectivity, you can pair your phone, tablet or laptop and stream audio directly to the module. You will hear your drums with the audio and suddenly you are a member of the band. The audio of the videos can also be streamed, allowing you to play with the online lessons and develop faster. And if your device doesn't have Bluetooth, you can connect with a stereo audio cable.
Integrated coach mode to refine your skills
Whether you take drum lessons or teach yourself through online tutorials, you'll need a way to stay focused and continue improving. VAD103's Coach mode tests your timing and precision with a series of fun and engaging challenges that range from easy to difficult. Highlighting what you do well and where you need to tighten up is like having a drum coach to guide you every time you pick up the sticks.
Free online drum lessons with melodies
Melodics™ is an online teaching platform that breaks down a drum beat step by step and helps you play it in the context of a song. Connect your V-Drums kit to Melodics via computer or tablet and play along with a variety of interactive lessons, from beginner to expert, with guidance on what you need to work on. Start with free access to 40 lessons, plus the ability to upgrade to other lessons as needed.
Save your battery in seconds
The TD-07 module connects directly to your computer via a single USB cable for easy stereo audio capture of your performances in music recording software. Evaluate your progress, share a drum performance with the band, or add realistic drumming to your song productions. Better yet, MIDI can also be sent over the same USB cable.
FEATURES
TD-07 module with 25 preset kits, 25 user kits and 143 instruments
V-Edit, EQ, Ambience and 30 multi-effects offer in-depth editing tools to create your perfect drum kit sounds.
Snare and tom pads with Roland's legendary double-ply, tension-adjustable mesh heads
PDA120LS-BK 12-inch snare pad with independent head and edge zones for assigning different sounds; mounts on a classic snare drum stand
PDA100L-BK 10-inch rack tom pad and PDA120L-BK 12-inch floor tom pad with independent head and rim zones for assigning different sounds
KD-180L-BK 18-inch bass drum with drum head-mounted trigger pad provides positive beater resistance, rebound and real feel
The chrome-finished, dual-braced cymbal and cymbal/tom combination stands feature durable ball clamps to easily adjust the height and angle of the pads, with secure, sturdy mounting
Built-in Bluetooth lets you wirelessly stream audio from phones, tablets and other Bluetooth devices and send MIDI data to music apps
Advanced built-in metronome with the ability to adjust time signature, note value and click tone
Built-in Coach feature provides interactive tools to develop timing skills and track progress
USB for recording audio and MIDI data to computer music software
Support for expanding the kit with a second crash cymbal (V-Cymbal and DBS-10 stands sold separately)
40 free lessons with Melodics, an interactive drum lesson app for Mac and Windows computers and iPad