Roland - V-Drums VAD 716-GC KIT Gloss Crimson
The VAD716 kit, from the V-Drums Acoustic Design series, combines acoustic aesthetics and digital technology. It comes with the V71 module, which offers a multi-sampled sound library designed in collaboration with DW, and allows sound customization through sample import. The kit also includes the PD-14DSX digital snare drum with trigger lever and adjustable tension, a KD-22 solid wood bass drum, and high-precision digital cymbals. Thanks to its advanced features (Bluetooth, sound import, Roland Cloud connectivity), it offers a realistic playing experience with total control. The instruments integrate perfectly into hybrid configurations, with wooden shells, multiple direct outputs, and powerful mixing tools. Available in 5 colors, it is presented here in Crimson Red.
Specifications
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Roland VAD 716-GC
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Electronic Drum Kit
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Series: TD 7
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Family: V-Drums
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Acoustic Design
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Color: Crimson (deep red)
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Finish: Gloss
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New module: V71
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Sound library: multi-samples, created with DW
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Drum kits: 200 (Over 70 presets)
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Instruments: Over 1000
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Pad effects: Compressor, EQ, kit resonance
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Bass effects: 94 types, side chain included
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Overhead microphone simulation
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User sample import: 500 maximum
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Mono: 24 minutes
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Stereo: 12 minutes
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File formats: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16/24 bits)
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Media player (SD card): WAV (44.1 kHz, 16/24 bit), MP3
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Recorder: Real-time, ≈ 40,000 notes
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Export format: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16 bit), SMF
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Display: 4.3" color LCD
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Faders: 8 (Kick, Snare, Toms, Hi-Hat, Crash, Ride, AUX, Ambience)
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External memory: SD card (SDHC supported)
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Effects: EQ, compressors, reverbs, ambient effects, etc.
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Import custom sounds
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Enhanced V-Edit tools with V71 Editor software (macOS/Windows)
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Large color display with updated user interface
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Multi-channel interface: 32 audio and MIDI channels
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Bluetooth audio/MIDI connectivity: wireless streaming & MIDI recording
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Software: DW Soundworks
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Roland Cloud mobile app connection: expansion downloads of instruments and packs
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Connections:
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Trigger inputs: 14x ∅6.35 mm TRS jack
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Digital Trigger inputs: 3x USB-A
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Mix input: ∅6.35 mm TRS jack
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Master Out outputs: 2x XLR + 2x ∅6.35 mm TRS jack
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Direct Out outputs: 8x ∅6.35 mm TRS jack
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Headphone outputs: ∅6.35 mm TRS jack + ∅3.5 mm TRS mini-Jack
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MIDI (In, Out/Thru): 2x 5-pin DIN
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Multi-channel interface: USB-C
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Wireless MIDI streaming & recording: Bluetooth
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Power supply: DC 12V (power adapter supplied)
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Dimensions: 330 x 308 x 110 mm
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Weight: 4.2 kg
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Kit composition:
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Module: V71
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Digital snare drum: PD-14DSX ∅14" (355 mm) with acoustic trigger and hardware
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High tom pad: PDA100 ∅10" (250 mm)
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Medium tom pads: PDA120 ∅12" (305 mm)
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Low tom pads: 2x PDA140F ∅14" (355 mm)
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Bass drum: KD-18-BK ∅18" (460 mm)
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Digital hi-hat: VH-14D ∅14" (355 mm)
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Crash cymbals: 2x CY-16R-T ∅16" (400 mm)
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Ride cymbal: CY-18DR ∅18" (460 mm)
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Combo Stand (Tom + Crash): 2x DCS-30
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Ride Stand: DBS-30
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V71 Module Stand: PDS-20
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Roland Cloud Ultimate: 6-month subscription included
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Accessories supplied: Installation guide, Tightening wrench
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Dimensions ≈ 1950 x 1500 x 1250 mm
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Weight: 69.4 kg
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Attention! Kick pedal, snare stand, hi hat stand and stool not included.
Presentation
Looking to enhance your performance? With Roland Cloud, you can download new kits and expansions directly to your smartphone, wirelessly. This kit will allow you to customize your sound to infinity, for a result that is as creative as it is powerful.
The drum kit features a PD-14DSX digital snare drum with innovations that improve sound control, including a trigger lever and head tension adjustment. Its advanced sensor detects the slightest nuances of playing, making each strike faithful to the acoustic feel.
In addition, the KD-22 wooden-shell kick adds impressive realism, both visually and tactilely.
The details are not forgotten. This kit also includes 2 rack toms, 2 floor toms and 2 16-inch V-Cymbals.
The modular nature of the VAD716 is a major asset to any drummer. With its many analog and digital inputs, you can endlessly expand your setup with new pads or triggers.
Built-in Bluetooth makes wireless music streaming and MIDI recording easy, while keeping the setup clean and simple.
Information
To go further...
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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