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V-Drums Sound and Feel in a Space-Saving Format!
The V-Drums 5 Series, available as both TD and VAD models, combines professional performance with a sleek, modern setup. Series 5 uses the same top-tier sound engine as the V-Drums 7 Series and offers identical expressive possibilities, preset kits, and easy access to the Roland Cloud with its growing collection of instrument expansions. With newly developed pads and the latest innovations in materials and construction, the kits deliver a high-quality, responsive playing experience. With three digital pads per kit—including hi-hat, snare, and ride—you can exploit the full range of dynamics and expression.
The TD-516 is the mid-level kit in the V-Drums 5 Series. It pairs high-quality sound with great flexibility and impresses with larger dimensions, optimized playability, and the ability to use digital pads. The set of digital snare, ride and hi-hat pads plus a larger kick pad is aimed at drummers who want an expanded playing feel without paying the top-model price. Whether you want to capture more detail in the studio or add more nuance to your live setup, the TD-516 offers comprehensive dynamic control, numerous I/O options and a realistic playing feel you expect from premium V-Drums.
Unrivaled Sound. Unmatched Playing Feel.
New Sound Engine
Newly developed with even more dynamics and a VST-like tone, featuring the same sounds, expansions and identical realism across Series 3, 5 and 7.
DW Samples
High-quality multi-layer samples from Drum Workshop deliver the legendary DW sound.
Unrivaled Expression
Round-robin sampling and Roland Behaviour Modeling enable a smooth, organic response similar to an acoustic drum kit.
Limitless Sounds. One Module. Powered by the Roland Cloud.
Expansions From the Roland Cloud
Download new kits and instruments anytime to expand your module.
Pro Sounds at Every Level
All V71 expansions are compatible with the V31 and V51 modules — the top-model sounds in every kit.
DW Sounds Across Platforms
Numerous DW kits can be used both in Roland modules and in DW Soundworks VST.
Growing Library
Regular releases of new kits, instruments and genre packs.
App Control via Smartphones
Search, download and edit kits wirelessly via the Roland Cloud Connect and V-Drums Play apps.
New Look. Top Playing Feel.
New Module Design
Compact, tidy and intuitive with a large color display for quick kit selection and editing.
New PD-10P/PD-12P Pads
Toms with chrome hoops, integrated rims for extra comfort and multiple sensors for a consistent, natural response.
V51 Module: 3 USB Digital Pad Inputs
For connecting a digital snare, a hi-hat and a digital ride simultaneously for maximum realism and expression.
New Sound Engine from the Top Model
The V31 module uses the same completely new sound engine and DW audio samples from the V-Drums 7 Series for identical sound and expression.
Sound Expansion
Connect wirelessly to the Roland Cloud to load more layered sample instruments onto your V51 module, including kicks, snares, toms, cymbals and complete kits.
Control and Management via Apps
Use Roland Cloud Connect to add sounds and manage your collection from your smartphone. Discover new kits conveniently via the V-Drums app or dive deeper into sound editing with the V-Drums Editor on your computer.
Two Playing Modes
The V51 combines hardware comfort with software flexibility. Expand your kit with new packs or use DW Soundworks VST and MIDI for identical high-quality sounds on the module and laptop.
New Coach
More than just a metronome — an integrated toolbox for timing, control, speed and musicality. No extra equipment needed.
Includes classics like Time Check or Quiet Count and new tools:
Phrase Trainer: Sets loops for rhythmic practicing
Stroke Monitor: Records your stick hits
Blast Beat Trainer: Builds speed and stamina
New Pads, New Configurations
Two new pad series improve playability and give a fresh V-Drums look. While the premium PD-10P and PD-12P models impress with chrome hoops and reduced hotspots, the PD-8H and PD-10H focus on a robust and elegant design. All kits also feature larger floor toms for a more natural playing feel.
Premium V-Pad Series
Chrome die-cast hoops with inset rubber rim and a new shell design deliver a fresh look with reduced hotspots in the 12" and 10" sizes.
Hi-Hat Machine
With its sturdy steel base plate and double-braced legs, this hi-hat machine stands rock-solid, while the two large spikes ensure slip-resistant footing. The three legs with rubber feet rotate to allow easy integration into any drum setup (including double-pedal setups). The double chain drive runs completely silently and its tension can be infinitely adjusted via a grippy adjustment wheel. In addition to the memo-lock, the clutch and tilt adjuster for the hi-hat cymbals are professional-grade. The low-mass tilter for the bottom cymbal consists of three rubber pads to minimize contact with the cymbal and bring out the full sound potential of the hi-hats.
Kick Pedal
This double-chain kick pedal guarantees a consistent, powerful beat with optimal playing comfort. Extremely high-quality construction ensures long life even under prolonged heavy use. Thanks to versatile adjustment options, the XDrum pedal can be tailored to any player and individual playing style. The spring tension and the beater extension can be finely adjusted for an optimal setup.
Drum Throne
The throne features a round leather-look seat and stands on three non-slip rubber feet. It can be comfortably height-adjusted via the robust precision spindle. With a removable seat and folding legs this seat is quick and easy to transport. Its double-braced legs make it durable and provide uncompromising stability.
Snare Drum Stand
The XDrum Snare Stand Stage is ideal for beginners. It offers top-quality workmanship and professional features rarely found at this price. Using a grippy knurled nut, the basket can be adjusted for drums from 12" to 14". This makes the stand suitable for side and piccolo snares as well as tom-toms. The support surfaces are slightly raised to minimize contact with the hoop and thus enable optimal resonance. A fine and stable ratchet joint allows precise adjustment of the snare's tilt.
Comfortable Stereo Headphones
The KDJ-1000 delivers a full, balanced sound with rich bass and clear highs. It offers plenty of volume while maintaining precise stereo imaging. Thanks to the low impedance the KDJ-1000 can produce very high volumes even on low-output sources. The soft-padded, wide headband is length-adjustable. The headphones fold for space-saving storage. For work at the mixer the comfortable ear cups can also rotate 180° allowing classic single-ear monitoring. The thick, soft padding of the circumaural cups additionally provides good external noise isolation.
Sticks
The XDrum sticks offer comfortable playability and excellent tonal characteristics at an incredible price. The grippy surface prevents annoying slipping, while the extra-hard wood ensures long life.
Instruction Book
The "Beginner" method from drumfreaks.de includes, in the Kirstein edition, the most important basics of drumming. It starts with the correct stick grip and ends with the first proper grooves. Extensive videos accompany you on your way to becoming a drummer.
Features
Drums
- Mid-level kit of the V-Drums 5 Series with top features
- Expandable V51 sound module with the same groundbreaking drum engine as the top model V71
- PD-140DS digital snare pad with positional sensors and seamless cross-stick detection
- VH-14D digital hi-hat with precise open/close resolution and touch muting
- New PD-10P and PD-12P tom pads with chrome hoops and triple-sensor technology for improved response and hotspot reduction
- KD-12 kick pad with 7.5" playing surface and reinforced construction for even more stability while playing
- CY-18DR digital ride cymbal with bow/edge/bell trigger detection and touch muting
- CY-12C-T and CY-14R-T crash pads with natural response, bow/edge detection and choke
- Sturdy MDS Standard 3 stand with optimized, flexible tom and cymbal mounting
- Integrated coach module with phrase trainer, hit display and other modern tools as well as exclusive Melodics content for V-Drums users
- USB-C multi-channel audio and MIDI connection for seamless integration into DAWs and software instruments
- Bluetooth audio for streaming music and backing tracks from a mobile device
- Wireless connectivity and smartphone app integration to manage expansions and control basic sound module functions
- Expand your creative possibilities with a continuously growing sound collection in the Roland Cloud, including V-Drums multi-layer instrument expansions based on high-quality DW drum sets
Module
- Expandable V-Drums sound module with the same groundbreaking drum engine as the top model V71
- Integrated multi-sample sound library developed in collaboration with DW
- Part of a unified ecosystem (along with the V71 and V31) that offers full compatibility with V-Drums instrument expansions and kit packs
- High-resolution 4.3" color display, panel faders and intuitive interface for easy navigation
- Three individual pad inputs for the innovative Roland digital snare, ride and hi-hat pads
- Sound modify controls for quick adjustments to tuning, damping and kit components
- Stereo master output and two assignable mono outputs for flexible signal routing on stage and in the studio
- Integrated coach module with phrase trainer, hit display and other modern tools as well as exclusive Melodics content for V-Drums users
- USB-C multi-channel audio and MIDI connection for seamless integration into DAWs and software instruments
- Bluetooth audio for streaming music and backing tracks from a mobile device
- Audio recorder and SD card slot for quick recording and playback
- Analog mix input for connecting a playback device or a Roland percussion pad
- Wireless connectivity and smartphone app integration to manage expansions and control basic sound module functions
- Expand your creative possibilities with a continuously growing sound collection in the Roland Cloud, including V-Drums multi-layer instrument expansions based on high-quality DW drum sets
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 316 x 246 x 103 mm
- Weight: 2.4 kg
Hi-Hat Machine
- Professional hi-hat machine
- Sturdy base plate
- Heavy-duty footplate with double chain drive
- Continuously adjustable spring tension
- Double-braced hardware
- Three swivel legs with rubber feet
- Memo lock
- Cymbal tilt adjuster
- Heavy-duty wing screws
- Includes tuning key and 2 hex keys
Kick Pedal
- Double chain drive
- 4 side beaters
- Base plate
- Foot stopper
- Versatile adjustment
- Non-slip
- Beater angle freely adjustable
- High-quality construction
Throne
- Round seat
- Three support legs
- Precision spindle
- Double-braced
- Non-slip rubber feet
- Height adjustable (47 to 60 cm seat height)
- Foldable
- Seat diameter: 32 cm
- Weight: 4.5 kg
Snare Stand
- Heavy-duty knurled nut for adjustment to various snare sizes from 12" to 14"
- Ratchet joint for tilting the snare
- Double-braced legs
- Three legs with rubber feet
- Stable wing screws
- Minimal contact with the snare drum
- Tube connection with nylon fittings
- Height adjustable from 44 to 59 cm
- Length folded: 34 cm
- Weight: 2.1 kg
Headphones
- High-quality, dynamic headphones
- Frequency response: 5 to 30,000 Hz
- Sensitivity: 107 dB SPL (at 1 kHz)
- Rated impedance: 64 ohm
- Soft-padded, circumaural ear cups
- Good external noise isolation
- Coiled cable: extendable to over 3.5 m
- Plug: gold-plated 3.5 mm stereo jack
- Adapter: nickel-plated 6.3 mm stereo jack
- Weight: 350 g
- Includes black faux-leather pouch
Sticks
- Size: 5B
- Length: approx. 405 mm
- Diameter: approx. 16 mm
- Tip: wood, round
- Material: maple
- Grippy surface
- Delivered as a pair
Instruction Book
- Drum method by Michael Christoph
- Abridged edition of the Drumfreaks Beginner course
- Drum setup
- Correct stick grip
- Various striking techniques
- Rudiments
- Differences and similarities between electronic and acoustic drum kits
- Reading notation
- Simple rhythms and grooves
- Includes links to online videos and playalongs
- Format: DIN A4
- Length: 60 pages
Scope of delivery
- 1 x Roland TD-516 V-Drum Kit
- 1 x hi-hat stand
- 1 x kick pedal
- 1 x throne
- 1 x snare stand
- 1 x headphones
- 1 x sticks
- 1 x instruction book
Specification
- Product number 00118870
- Snare pad size 14 Zoll
- sampling function Ja
- USB in Nein
- Crash cymbal pad size 14 Zoll, 16 Zoll
- Crash cymbal pad Dual Zone
- Kick/Bass Drum Pad Pad 12 Zoll
- Tom pads Dual Zone
- Midi in/out Ja
- Accessories included Yes
- Ride cymbal pad size 18 Zoll
- upgradable through optional pads Ja
- Tom pads size 10 Zoll, 12 Zoll, 14 Zoll
- Number of preset kits 70
- HiHat Controller optional HiHat Stand
- Snare pad Dual Zone
- Mesh Head Pads Ja
- Little floor space required nein
- Outputs Klinke 6.3mm
- Direct Outputs Ja
- Number of sounds 1000
- Colour Schwarz
- USB to Host Ja
- Crash cymbal with stop function Ja
- Ride cymbal pad Triple Zone
- LCD Display Ja
- Suited for Double Bass ja
- MP3 Input Ja
- Social media support Nein
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