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Roland VAD516 V-Drums Acoustic Design Electronic Drum Set

Roland VAD516 V-Drums Acoustic Design Electronic Drum Set

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$5,899.99at Musician's FriendChecked Nov 10

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  • Last seen at $5,899.99 at Musician's Friend on Nov 10.
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Our take on the Roland VAD516 V-Drums Acoustic Design Electronic Drum Set

The VAD516 is Roland's flagship V-Drums 5 Series kit built to look and feel like a full acoustic set on stage. It pairs full-size wood shells with the V51 module, which holds 70 preset kits, 130 user setups and over 1,000 sounds. The 14-inch PD-14DSX digital snare adds hand-position sensing and cross-stick detection, and the 20-inch KD-20-MS kick gives real acoustic-style depth. It suits gigging and recording drummers who want acoustic presence without mics, and it sits above the VAD307 and VAD507 in shell size and digital pads.

Best forGigging drummers who want acoustic stage presenceHome and studio players wanting low-volume practiceDrummers moving up from a mid-range V-Drums kitPlayers who record via USB audio and MIDI
Pros
  • Full-size wood shells look like an acoustic kit
  • Digital snare senses hand position and cross-sticks
  • 20-inch kick drum gives deep, acoustic-style feel
  • V51 module with 70 kits and over 1,000 sounds
  • USB-C multichannel audio/MIDI plus Bluetooth streaming
  • Dual-ply mesh heads with adjustable tension
Cons
  • Large footprint needs real floor space
  • Heavy shells make transport harder than a compact kit
  • Premium flagship positioning over simpler V-Drums kits
  • Deep menu editing in the module takes time to learn

Roland VAD516 V-Drums Acoustic Design Electronic Drum Set prices at every store

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Roland VAD516 V-Drums Acoustic Design Electronic Drum Set price history

$5,899.99$5,899.99
Nov 9Nov 10

Lowest price we've seen: $5,899.99 on Nov 9 at Guitar Center. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 9.

From Musician's Friend

  • Flagship V-Drums 5 Series kit with the look, feel and stage presence of a full acoustic set
  • V51 sound module with 70 ready-to-play kits, 130 user setups and over 1,000 drum and percussion sounds
  • PD-14DSX 14" digital snare with hand-position detection and cross-stick precision
  • KD-20-MS 20" kick drum with full-size wood shell for acoustic-style depth and presence
  • PDA toms with dual-ply mesh heads, adjustable tension and realistic rebound
  • USB-C multichannel audio/MIDI, Bluetooth audio streaming and Roland Cloud integration
Materials
Full-depth wood shells; dual-ply mesh heads on toms; double-braced hardware
Shipping
Free Standard Ground shipping (48 contiguous states, some overweight and Used/Vintage items excluded); orders placed before 3 p.m. ET usually ship the same busi
In the box
Power supply, Connection cables, User documentation

About the Roland VAD516 V-Drums Acoustic Design Electronic Drum Set

The Roland VAD516 is a flagship V-Drums 5 Series electronic drum set with an acoustic design. It is built to give the look, feel and stage presence of a full acoustic kit. The kit uses full-depth wood shells and double-braced hardware.

The V51 sound module holds 70 ready-to-play kits, 130 user setups and over 1,000 drum and percussion sounds. The 14" PD-14DSX digital snare detects hand position and supports cross-stick playing. The 20" KD-20-MS kick drum has a full-size wood shell for acoustic-style depth and presence.

The PDA toms have dual-ply mesh heads with adjustable tension and realistic rebound. For connections, the kit offers USB-C multichannel audio and MIDI, Bluetooth audio streaming and Roland Cloud integration.

Type
Digital electronic drum set
Series
V-Drums 5 Series, Acoustic Design
Sound module
V51
Sounds
70 kits, 130 user setups, over 1,000 drum and percussion sounds
Snare
14" PD-14DSX with hand-position detection
Kick drum
20" KD-20-MS with full-size wood shell
Toms
PDA toms with dual-ply mesh heads
Connectivity
USB-C audio/MIDI, Bluetooth audio, Roland Cloud
Hardware
Double-braced
In the box
Power supply, connection cables, user documentation

Specifications

Type of Drum
DigitalSource

Questions and answers

How does the VAD516 differ from the VAD507?
The VAD516 is the larger flagship: it uses the V51 module and full-size shells including a 20-inch kick and 14-inch digital snare. The VAD507 is a step down in shell size and module features.
Is the snare really digital?
Yes. The PD-14DSX is a digital snare that detects hand position and cross-stick playing, sending that data to the V51 module for more realistic articulation.
Can I practice quietly at home?
Yes. Mesh heads and the module's volume control keep noise low, though the kick and pedal still transmit some vibration through the floor.
What comes in the box?
The kit ships with the power supply, connection cables and user documentation. Sticks, throne and headphones are not included.
Can I record with it?
Yes. The V51 module sends multichannel audio and MIDI over USB-C to a computer, and Bluetooth handles audio streaming for play-along.
How much space does it need?
The full-size shells and 20-inch kick take roughly the floor space of a small acoustic kit, so plan for a dedicated corner or practice room.
Where is the Roland VAD516 V-Drums Acoustic Design Electronic Drum Set cheapest?
At Musician's Friend, for $5,899.99, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Roland VAD516 V-Drums Acoustic Design Electronic Drum Set?
2 stores we checked sell it, including Guitar Center, Musician's Friend.

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