Roland VAD307 E-Drum Set

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Roland VAD307 E-Drum Set

Roland

VAD307 E-Drum Set

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 551841
Brand: Roland
Model: VAD307 E-Drum Set
Price: $2,688.40

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The VAD307 is a solid step up for intermediate to advanced players wanting a realistic feel without the acoustic volume. Roland nailed the mesh head/wood shell combo for a surprisingly natural response. It’s a great balance of performance and portability for gigging or home practice.

Product Description

  • Roland VAD307 E-Drum Set
  • E-Drum Set
  • V-Drums Acoustic Design
  • With Roland TD-17 drum module 2.0
  • 336 Sounds inspired by the flagship Roland TD-50
  • 70 Preset kits
  • 50 User kits
  • 11 Multi-effects
  • Quick Record
  • Coach function with Time Check and Quiet Count to promote beat feeling
  • WAV samples importable via SD/HC card
  • Bluetooth 4.2 transceiver for wireless streaming of music directly from smartphone or MIDI to compatible devices
  • Sounds can be altered in pitch
  • damping
  • snare wires tension and snare buzz
  • Reverb
  • compressor and equaliser adjustable for each instrument
  • Global bass and treble equaliser
  • Smartphone tray
  • All drum pads with double-layer mesh heads
  • Crash and ride cymbals with thinner profiles for a realistic feel and vibration behaviour
  • Drum pads with flat wooden shells for improved rebound and compact dimensions
  • Multipin plug (trigger in) for the included pads
  • 2x 6.3 mm jack trigger inputs for additional pads
  • 2x 6.3 mm jack main outputs
  • 6.3 mm jack headphone output
  • 3.5 mm stereo jack aux-in
  • MIDI out
  • USB to PC (USB audio and MIDI)

*Set Configuration:*

  • 18" x 7" Kick drum (KD-180)
  • 12" x 4.5" Two-zone snare drum (PDA-120LS)
  • 2x 10" x 4.5" Two-zone tom (PDA-100L)
  • 12" x 4.5" Two-zone tom (PDA-120L)
  • 12" Two-zone hi-hat pad (VH-10)
  • 2x 12" Two-zone crash pad (CY-12C-T)
  • 14" Three-zone ride pad (CY-14R-T)

*Hardware set consisting of:*

, 3 Cymbal/tom combination stand, Multiclamp for mounting the sound module

*Note:* Foot pedal, snare stand, hi-hat stand and seat not included

PROS
  • • Double-layer mesh heads offer realistic rebound and quiet practice.
  • • Flat wooden shells contribute to a natural acoustic drum resonance.
  • • TD-17 module’s 336 sounds deliver impressive sonic versatility.
  • • Thin-profile cymbals mimic acoustic cymbal vibration and feel convincingly.
CONS
  • • The kit's overall footprint remains substantial, limiting space in smaller rooms.
  • • While improved, the hi-hat response still lacks the nuance of high-end acoustic setups.
  • • The TD-17 module, though capable, isn't expandable like the flagship TD-50.

Product Video

Key Features

Pads Double-layer mesh pads with flat wooden shells
Sounds/Kits 336 sounds, 70 presets, 50 user kits, 11 multi-effects, WAV import
Module Roland TD-17 sound module with Bluetooth 4.2
Hi-Hat Type Single zone, foot-splash compatible
Connections Stereo XLR outs, MIDI In/Out, headphone jack, USB
Weight Approximately 120 lbs (unassembled)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The thinner profile helps, but they still lack the complex bell articulation and nuanced wash of premium cymbals – a common trade-off for affordability.
Yes, the WAV import feature allows you to layer your own samples, but integrating them seamlessly requires some tweaking of trigger sensitivities and volumes.
The TD-17 is perfectly adequate for basic recording needs, but its limited connectivity and lack of advanced routing might become a constraint for more complex studio setups.

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