Electronic Drum

The Roland VAD 716-GN is a high-end electronic drum kit from the V-Drums series, offering a refined acoustic design with a high-gloss natural wood finish. Equipped with the powerful V71 module, it offers more than 200 drum kits and more than 1000 instruments, all based on a multi-sampled sound library in partnership with DW. Its advanced pads, including the PD-14DSX digital snare drum and KD-18 bass drum, offer exceptional playing realism thanks to innovative sensors. With its 94 effect types and the ability to import up to 500 user samples, the VAD 716 guarantees advanced sound customization. It also has comprehensive connectivity: Bluetooth for audio/MIDI, USB-C multi-channel interface and media player via SD card. Its extensive features, such as overhead mic simulation, as well as a Roland Cloud subscription, offer an unrivaled creative experience. The package also includes V-Edit tools and a 4.3-inch color screen for intuitive navigation.

ARTICLE N° 98273
  • Roland VAD 716-GN
  • Electronic Drum Kit
  • Series: TD 7
  • Family: V-Drums
  • Acoustic Design
  • Color: Natural (natural wood)
  • Finish: Gloss
  • New module: V71
  • Sound library: multi-samples, created with DW
  • Drum kits: 200 (Over 70 presets)
  • Instruments: Over 1000
  • Pad effects: Compressor, EQ, kit resonance
  • Bass effects: 94 types, side chain included
  • Overhead microphone simulation
  • User sample import: 500 maximum
  • Mono: 24 minutes
  • Stereo: 12 minutes
  • File formats: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16/24 bits)
  • Media player (SD card): WAV (44.1 kHz, 16/24 bit), MP3
  • Recorder: Real-time, ≈ 40,000 notes
  • Export format: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16 bit), SMF
  • Display: 4.3" color LCD
  • Faders: 8 (Kick, Snare, Toms, Hi-Hat, Crash, Ride, AUX, Ambience)
  • External memory: SD card (SDHC supported)
  • Effects: EQ, compressors, reverbs, ambient effects, etc.
  • Import custom sounds
  • Enhanced V-Edit tools with V71 Editor software (macOS/Windows)
  • Large color display with updated user interface
  • Multi-channel interface: 32 audio and MIDI channels
  • Bluetooth audio/MIDI connectivity: wireless streaming & MIDI recording
  • Software: DW Soundworks
  • Roland Cloud mobile app connection: instrument expansion downloads and packs
  • Connections:
  • Trigger inputs: 14x ∅6.35 mm TRS jack
  • Digital Trigger inputs: 3x USB-A
  • Mix input: ∅6.35 mm TRS jack
  • Master Out outputs: 2x XLR + 2x ∅6.35 mm TRS jack
  • Direct Out outputs: 8x ∅6.35 mm TRS jack
  • Headphone outputs: ∅6.35 mm TRS jack + ∅3.5 mm TRS mini-Jack
  • MIDI (In, Out/Thru): 2x 5-pin DIN
  • Multi-channel interface: USB-C
  • Wireless MIDI streaming & recording: Bluetooth
  • Power supply: DC 12V (power adapter supplied)
  • Dimensions: 330 x 308 x 110 mm
  • Weight: 4.2 kg
  • Composition Kit:
  • Module: V71
  • Digital snare drum: PD-14DSX ∅14" (355 mm) with acoustic trigger and hardware
  • High tom pad: PDA100 ∅10" (250 mm)
  • Medium tom pads: PDA120 ∅12" (305 mm)
  • Low tom pads: 2x PDA140F ∅14" (355 mm)
  • Bass drum: KD-18-BK ∅18" (460 mm)
  • Digital hi-hat: VH-14D ∅14" (355 mm)
  • Crash cymbals: 2x CY-16R-T ∅16" (400 mm)
  • Ride cymbal: CY-18DR ∅18" (460 mm)
  • Combo stand (Tom + Crash): 2x DCS-30
  • Ride Stand: DBS-30
  • V71 Module Stand: PDS-20
  • Roland Cloud Ultimate: 6-month subscription included
  • Accessories supplied: Installation guide, Tightening wrench
  • Dimensions ≈ 1950 x 1500 x 1250 mm
  • Weight: 69.4 kg
  • Attention! Kick pedal, snare stand, hi hat stand and stool not included.
The Roland VAD 716-GN impresses with its acoustic aesthetics at first glance. The glossy natural wood finish adds a touch of elegance, while providing an authentic feel.
Thanks to its advanced digital pads, including the PD-14DSX snare and KD-18 bass drum, it ensures a faithful feel of a traditional acoustic drum kit. This allows you to enjoy an immersive experience, without sacrificing the benefits of an electronic kit.

With the V71 module, you have access to an unrivaled sound library, developed in collaboration with DW, for an ever more realistic sound. The 200 drum kits and more than 1000 instruments available offer an infinite range of creative possibilities.
In addition, thanks to the user sample import function (up to 500 files), you can customize each pad to your desires, whether you are a fan of classic sounds or more modern sounds.

The VAD 716-GN doesn’t just sound incredible: it also offers comprehensive connectivity. With 32 audio channels via USB-C, Bluetooth for wireless audio and MIDI, and the ability to import sounds from an SD card, you have all the keys to a smooth and modern setup.
The module also includes a real-time recorder with a capacity of 40,000 notes, perfect for immortalizing your sessions.

Thanks to the improved V-Edit tools and the V71 Editor software, you have precise control over every aspect of your drum kit. The 8 faders allow you to individually adjust the volume of each element of the kit, from the kick to the cymbal, for a perfectly balanced mix.
The many effects available, such as compressors, EQs and reverbs, give you the possibility to sculpt your sound to perfection, whether you are in the studio or on stage.

In short, the VAD 716 is: unmatched acoustic design and realism, unlimited sound customization, connectivity and cutting-edge technology for total control over every sound detail.
Type of drum head
 Smooth
Number of shells
 6
Number of cymbals
 4
Number of zones per pad
 2
Number of sounds
 ≤ 1000
Samples import
 Yes
Effects
 Yes
Audio interface
 USB
Number of outputs
 2
Recording medium
 SD / SDHC card
Master output
 XLR, Jack TRS 6.35 mm
USB port
 Yes
MIDI port
 Yes
Built-in metronome
 Yes
Expandable
 Yes
Streaming
 Bluetooth
Hardware color
 Chrome
Number of zones per cymbal
 2
Number of Hi-Hat zones
 3
Number of snare zones
 3
Color
 Natural Wood
Weight
 69,4 kg
TD-50X vs V71 Modules, What's the Difference?
The V71 module is an evolution of the TD-50X, with some great improvements, such as:

- New multi-sampled sound library, developed in collaboration with Drum Workshop (DW), offering greater variety and depth of acoustic sounds.

- Integration of Roland Cloud Connect to download additional instrument and kit packs via Wi-Fi.

- Improved V-Edit tools, with a new V71 Editor for in-depth sound customization.

- Large 4.3" color display with a modernized user interface, making it easier to navigate and make adjustments.

- Bluetooth audio/MIDI wire connectivity for streaming and recording.

- 3 digital inputs for the new digital pads (PD-14DSX, VH-14D, etc.) + 14 inputs for standard pads.

- Up to 500 user samples with a total of 24 minutes of mono samples (or 12 minutes stereo).

- Extended range of studio effects (EQ, compressors, reverbs, ambiences) with improved resonance effects.

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