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The Next Generation of Roland Hybrid V-Drum Versatility





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Traditional looks, authentic acoustic response, and unlimited sonic possibilities: the Roland VAD307 hybrid electronic drum set meets at the crossroads of natural feel and electronic versatility! Real wooden shells with tunable mesh heads capture the lively feedback of an acoustic drum, with a customizable response that’s easily tuned to your personal playing preferences. Next, a flexible array of multi-zone V-Cymbals are thinned down from previous generations to provide enhanced expressive potential. However, the biggest update of all is the Second Generation TD-17 sound module, now loaded up with 70 kits, 26 pre-loaded samples, and an entire library of sound-shaping tools. If you’re after a compact electronic drum set that excels equally onstage, in the studio, or simply in the practice room, the Roland VAD307 hybrid electronic drum set is the kit to beat!





Note: This kit does not include snare stand, kick pedal, or hi-hat stand. Make sure to call your Sweetwater Sales Engineer to get your VAD307 Kitted out with all the necessary hardware.





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What's included with the Roland VAD307:


Second Generation TD-17 drum module


12-inch PDA120LS-BK snare drum


10-inch PDA100L-BK rack toms (x2)


12-inch PDA120L-BK rack tom


18-inch KD-180L-BK bass drum


12-inch VH-10 V-Hi-Hat


12-inch CY-12C-T crash cymbals (x2)


14-inch CY-14R-T ride cymbal


Black wrapped finish with custom chrome hardware


Second Generation TD-17 Sound Module


A library of 70 studio-quality kits





No matter what style you’re after, the TD-17’s updated array of 70 premium-quality kits have you covered! The second generation of the TD-17 boasts a re-vamped sound engine, in addition to 10 brand-new preset kits. Moreover, these kits feature 26 built-in samples that can be added to your custom kits, offering a whole new level of percussion personalization. From metal blast beats to EDM grooves to dry recording kits, the TD-17 is loaded with versatile sounds for any genre, and you can even upload your own sounds as WAV files via SD/HC card to craft the kit of your dreams. Moreover, each and every sound can be fine-tuned with the TD-17’s impressive processing and effects engine with snare tension, compression, EQ, reverb, and many more sonic sculpting tools.





Bluetooth MIDI and song streaming





The TD-17’s built-in Bluetooth transceiver is sure to elevate your practice and recording sessions. Music can be streamed directly from your device to the module, allowing you to practice with your favorite grooves and fills. Plus, if you’re in a creative mood, the TD-17’s Bluetooth functionality can also send your beats wirelessly as MIDI notes, capturing your inspiration for later. Finally, audio/MIDI over USB and a standard 5-pin MIDI output are available for musicians who prefer the old-school reliability of a cord connection.





Enhanced Roland Cloud support





Looking for some fresh new sounds? The Second Generation TD-17’s enhanced Roland Cloud integration makes it a breeze to expand your tonal toolbox with Roland’s vast library of studio-quality sounds and samples. Even better, Roland Cloud gives you access to a myriad of signature artist kits, putting the sonic power of the world’s top drummers in your hands!





Compact wood shells, tunable mesh head





Nothing looks and plays like a wood drum. The VAD307's streamlined wood shells and tunable mesh heads supply the feel of your favorite acoustic kit, all with an easy-to-control acoustic output that's easy to control onstage or in a residential setting. Shells come decked out in a classic black gloss wrap and feature chrome hardware for an unmistakable look from the platform or in the studio.





"So...is the Roland VAD307 worth it?"





For more reasons why drummers at Sweetwater are sold on the VAD307 and other kits in the Roland V-Drums Acoustic Design hybrid drum series, see the following related articles:





Roland TD-17 Quickstart Guide | SweetCare


Roland V-Drums Acoustic Design VAD306/VAD307 Electronic Drum Kit Demo | inSync


Roland V-Drums Buying Guide | inSync


Roland V-Drums Acoustic Design VAD307 5-piece Electronic Drum Kit Features:


Blends the look and response of a traditional kit with groundbreaking V-Drums electronics


Makes a strong impression onstage or in the studio


Shallow wood shells outfitted with Roland's legendary tunable mesh heads


Multi-zone V-Cymbals serve up lifelike expression and dynamics


Powerful TD-17 drum module gives you 70 full drum sets with 10 completely new kits


Prismatic Sound Modeling technology lets you tune, muffle, size, and process any piece in your kit


Reverb, compression, and EQ allow you to effortlessly achieve a studio-quality drum sound


Stream audio from your device via the built-in Bluetooth transceiver


Free Melodics software allows you to develop your playing and timing


Download new sounds, samples, and signature artist kits from Roland Cloud