Roland VAD316 - V-Drums Acoustic Design Kit

Historical Context and Positioning in the Range

Part of the "V-Drums Acoustic Design" lineage, the VAD316 adopts the visual codes of an acoustic drum kit while incorporating V-Drums technologies. It positions itself as a compact and premium kit, designed to offer the stage realism of a traditional set with the flexibility of a latest-generation module, without the bulk or budget of the flagship configurations in the range.

Who This Drum Kit Is For

The VAD316 is aimed at intermediate to expert drummers seeking an immersive electronic drum kit for stage, home studio, and rehearsal. Versatile, it easily covers rock, pop, funk, jazz, or electronic music thanks to a wide palette of kits and a highly responsive dynamic range to nuances.

Features and Innovations

The V31 module uses the engine from higher-end V-Drums to deliver detailed kits, smooth timbre transitions, and precise articulation response. The Roland Cloud ecosystem facilitates downloading sounds and expansions, while USB-C Audio/MIDI simplifies DAW integration without an external interface. Compact wooden shells, the DCS-30 rack, and separate cymbal stands provide stability, ergonomics, and a clean stage setup.

Sound

Thanks to multi-layer samples created with Drum Workshop and Roland's behavioral modeling, the VAD316 delivers an organic playing experience: defined attacks, natural ambiances, and cymbals rich in harmonics, with credible variations depending on velocity and striking zone. Whether on headphones or a sound system, the output remains precise and musical, with dynamics faithfully translating ghost notes, rimshots, and accents, offering playing pleasure close to acoustic drums and direct translation in a mixing context.

Technical specifications

Inputs	USB, Midi, Auxiliary, trigger, Bluetooth, 3.5mm jack, stereo minijack	Accessories included	AC adapter, Multitrigger cable, Manual, Stand, Tuning key
Outputs	USB, Midi, headphone, 2 x jack	Number of outputs	3
Skin type	meshed	Color	Black

Module	V31 V-Drums Sound Module	Auxiliary Input	1 AUX/TOM 4 or CRASH 2
Bass Drum	KD-18-BK 18" - (delivered without bass drum pedal)	USB-C Audio/MIDI Port	recording and DAW control
Snare	PDA-120LS 12" - (delivered without snare stand)	Built-in Wi-Fi	download and management via Roland Cloud
Toms	PDA-100L-BK 10" x2	Memory	SDHC card
Floor Tom	PDA-120L-BK 12"	Dimensions	1865 x 1400 x 1200 mm
Hi-Hat	VH-10 12" - (delivered without hi-hat pedal)	Total Weight	47.2 kg
Ride	CY-16R-T 16"	Origin	Malaysia (KD-18-BK: China)
Crash 1	CY-12C-T 12"	Bass Drum Pedal	Roland RDH Series
Crash 2	CY-14R-T 12"	Hi-Hat Stand	RDH-120A
Stand	3x DCS-30 + 1x PDS-5	Drum Throne	Roland RDT Series
Sound Engine	identical to the V51 / Series 7 module, with DW multi-layer samples	Headphones	RH Series / VMH-D1
Digital Pad Input	1 USB-A port (snare, ride, or hi-hat)	Anti-Vibration Mat	TDM-25
Audio Outputs	L/R TRS 1/4", headphone TRS 3.5 mm	Personal Monitor	Roland PM Series