Roland V51
Premium sounds for discerning drummers
The V51 serves as the control center for the V-Drums 5 and sets a new standard for mid-range electronic drum modules. Powered by the same high-end sound engine as the V71, the flagship model of the line, it features rich, multi-sampled DW kit samples, learning tools, performance-focused features, and extensive expansion options via Roland Cloud. Its intuitive interface is designed for quick creation, while wireless connectivity and the companion smartphone app provide unlimited options for playing, practicing, and customizing your sound.
A scalable V-Drums sound module, powered by the same advanced sound engine as the V71, the flagship model of the line
Part of a unified ecosystem with the V71 and V31 modules, providing full cross-compatibility with expansion content on Roland Cloud
A multi-sample sound library created in collaboration with Drum Workshop (DW)
DW Soundworks software, which enables a seamless transition to playing on a computer (requires a Roland Cloud Ultimate subscription)
Wireless download of instrument extensions and V-Drums kit packs from the Roland Cloud Connect mobile app
A six-month Roland Cloud Ultimate subscription included
A large color display, an improved user interface, and a built-in wireless adapter
Powerful editing tools to adjust tuning, muting, drumhead type, and more.
The companion V51 Editor software (macOS/Windows) and the V-Drums Play app (iOS/Android)
Use your own sounds by importing samples
Powerful, studio-quality sound processing tools: EQs, compressors, reverbs, ambient effects, and more.
Three dedicated inputs for Roland’s advanced digital snare, ride, and hi-hat pads
A multi-pin module/pad connection cable and four analog trigger inputs via 1/4-inch jacks
Mono/Stereo MASTER output, two DIRECT outputs, and an analog MIX input for an audio player or Roland percussion pad
Coach mode with Phrase Trainer exercises, Stroke Monitor, and other advanced tools
Drum Pass included: an exclusive Roland bundle of 100 free Melodics™ lessons for V-Drums drummers
Multichannel audio transmission via USB-C and MIDI, for use with music production software and software instruments
Bluetooth® audio for streaming music and backing tracks from a mobile device
Audio recording and song playback on an SD card
200 (Presets: More than 70)
Instruments
More than 1,000
Effect Types
Layer Transient: per layer
Layer Equalizer: per layer
Pad Equalizer: per pad (by head and rim)
Pad Compressor: per pad (head and rim combined)
Overhead Mic Simulator
Room/Reverb/Kit Resonance
Bus Effect: 4 systems (two can be used simultaneously per system/with sidechain function), 94 types
Bus Reverb
Master Compressor
Master Equalizer
User Sample Import
Number of User Samples: Maximum 500 (includes factory-preloaded user samples)
Sound Length (total): 24 minutes in mono, 12 minutes in stereo
File formats that can be loaded: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16/24 bits)
Song Player (SD card)
Audio File: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16/24 bits), MP3
Recorder
Recording Method: Real-time
Maximum Note Storage: approx. 40,000 notes
Export File Format: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16 bits), SMF
or
Recording Method: Real-time
Maximum Length: 60 min (temporary recording: 1 min) (*1)
File format: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16-bit)
Display
4.3-inch color graphic LCD
Faders
6 (KICK, SNARE, TOMS, HI-HAT, CYMBALS, AMBIENCE)
External Memory
SD card (SDHC supported)
Connectors
TRIGGER INPUT connector x 1: DB-25 type (Kick, Snare, Tom1, Tom2, Tom3, Hi-hat, Crash1, Ride, Ride Bell, Hi-Hat Control) (Not for use with digital pads)
TRIGGER IN jacks x 4: 1/4-inch TRS phone type (CRASH 2, AUX 1/TOM 4, AUX 2, AUX 3)
DIGITAL TRIGGER IN port x 3: USB Type-A
MASTER OUT jacks (L/MONO, R): 1/4-inch phone type, unbalanced
DIRECT OUT jack x 2: 1/4-inch TRS phone type, unbalanced
PHONES jacks x 2: Stereo 1/4-inch phone type, Stereo miniature phone type
MIX IN jack x 1: Stereo 1/4-inch phone type
MIDI (IN, OUT/THRU) connectors
USB COMPUTER port: USB Type-C® (Class Compliant for Audio and MIDI / Roland driver for Audio and MIDI)
FOOT SW jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type
DC IN jack
Number of USB Audio Record/Playback Channels
Vendor Mode
Sampling Rate (Original): 44.1 kHz
Sampling Rate (with Sampling Rate Converter): 96 kHz, 48 kHz
Record: 32 channels
Playback: 32 channels
Generic Mode
Sampling Rate (Original): 44.1 kHz
Record: 2 channels
Playback: 2 channels
Power Supply
AC adapter
Current Draw
1,700 mA
Power consumption when in off mode (when the power automatically turns off)
0.24 W
Accessories
Quick Start Guide
Roland Cloud Connect Setup Guide
AC adapter (PSB-7U)
Special connection cable
Sound module mounting plate set
"USING THE UNIT SAFELY" leaflet
Options (sold separately)
Pad: PD series, PDX series, PDQ series, BT-1
Cymbal: CY series, CYQ series
Kick: KD series, KDQ series, KT series
Hi-Hat: VH series
Hi-Hat Control Pedal: FD series
Acoustic Drum Trigger: RT series
Footswitch: BOSS FS-5U, FS-6
Personal Drum Monitor: PM series
V-Drums Accessory Package: DAP-3X
V-Drums Mat: TDM Series
Noise Eater: NE series
Euroguitar Referenz : 125384
