The V51 is the command center of the V-Drums 5 Series, setting a new benchmark for mid-range electronic drum modules. Powered by the same premium sound engine found in the flagship V71, it delivers rich, multi-layered DW drum kits, advanced editing tools, and deep expansion possibilities through Roland Cloud.
Designed for both creative practice and professional performance, the V51 combines a fast, intuitive interface with seamless wireless connectivity and smartphone app integration, unlocking endless ways to play, practice, and personalize your sound.
Features
- Expandable V-Drums sound module powered by the same advanced drum engine as the top-tier V71
- Part of a unified ecosystem with the V71 and V31, offering full cross-compatibility with premium V-Drums expansion content on Roland Cloud
- Multi-sampled DW sound library created in collaboration with Drum Workshop (DW)
- Includes DW Soundworks software instrument (with Roland Cloud Ultimate membership)
- Wirelessly download V-Drums Instrument Expansions and Kit Packs via Roland Cloud Connect
- Six-month Roland Cloud Ultimate membership included
- Large color display, intuitive interface, and built-in wireless adapter
- Deep editing tools for tuning, muffling, head types, and more
- Companion V51 Editor (macOS/Windows) and V-Drums Play app (iOS/Android)*
- Sample import support for custom sounds
- Studio-grade effects: EQs, compressors, reverbs, ambience, and more
- Three digital trigger inputs for advanced snare, ride, and hi-hat pads
- Multi-pin trigger harness and four analog trigger inputs
- Stereo main output, two direct outs, and mix input for playback or external pads
- Coach Mode with Phrase Trainer, Stroke Monitor, and advanced tools
- Includes Drum Pass 100 free Melodics lessons for V-Drums players
- USB-C multi-channel audio/MIDI for seamless DAW integration
- Bluetooth audio for streaming backing tracks
- Audio recording and playback via SD media
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Specs
- Drum Kits: 200 (Preset: more than 70)
- Instruments: More than 1,000
Effect Types:
- Layer Transient (each layer)
- Layer Equalizer (each layer)
- Pad Equalizer (each pad head and rim)
- Pad Compressor (each pad head/rim common)
- Overhead Mic Simulator
- Room / Reverb / Kit Resonance
- Bus Effect: 4 systems (2 simultaneous per system, with sidechain), 94 types
- Bus Reverb
- Master Compressor
- Master Equalizer
User Sample Import:
- Up to 500 user samples (includes factory preloaded)
- Total sound length: 24 min (mono) / 12 min (stereo)
- Supported file format: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16/24-bit)
Song Player (SD Card):
- Supported files: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16/24-bit), MP3
Recorder:
- Real-time recording
- Max note storage: approx. 40,000 notes
- Export formats: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16-bit), SMF
- Max length: 60 minutes (temporary recording: 1 min)*
Display:
- 4.3-inch graphic color LCD
Faders:
- 6 (Kick, Snare, Toms, Hi-Hat, Cymbals, Ambience)
External Memory:
Connectors:
- 1x DB-25 trigger input (Kick, Snare, Tom13, Hi-hat, Crash1, Ride, Ride Bell, Hi-Hat Control)
- 4x -inch TRS trigger jacks (Crash 2, AUX 1/Tom 4, AUX 2, AUX 3)
- 3x USB-A digital trigger inputs
- MASTER OUT (L/Mono, R): -inch unbalanced
- 2x DIRECT OUT (-inch TRS unbalanced)
- 2x PHONES (Stereo -inch and mini stereo)
- MIX IN (Stereo -inch)
- MIDI IN, OUT/THRU
- USB COMPUTER (USB Type-C, class compliant for Audio/MIDI)
- FOOT SW (-inch TRS)
- DC IN
USB Audio Record/Playback Channels:
- Vendor Mode: 32 in / 32 out (44.1 kHz; up to 96 kHz via converter)
- Generic Mode: 2 in / 2 out (44.1 kHz)
Power:
- AC adaptor
- Current draw: 1,700 mA
- Power consumption (standby): 0.24 W
Dimensions:
- 316 (W) 246 (D) 103 (H) mm
- 12-1/2″ (W) 9-11/16″ (D) 4-1/16″ (H)
Weight:
Accessories Included:
- Quick Start guide
- Roland Cloud Connect setup guide
- AC adaptor (PSB-7U)
- Special connection cable
- Sound module mounting plate set
- Safety leaflet
Options (Sold Separately):
- Pads: PD, PDX, PDQ, BT-1
- Cymbals: CY, CYQ series
- Kicks: KD, KDQ, KT series
- Hi-Hats: VH series
- Hi-Hat Control Pedals: FD series
- Acoustic Triggers: RT series
- Footswitches: BOSS FS-5U, FS-6
- Monitors: PM series
- Accessory Pack: DAP-3X
- Mat: TDM series
- Noise Eater: NE series
* SD card required for song recording. Without an SD card, temporary recording up to 1 minute is available.
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