Almost every drummer everywhere: I need an electronic kit that sounds like an acoustic kit for noise abatement. Roland: LeT's DeVeLoP mOrE OuTeR sPaCe aLiEn SoUnDs.
@@EvilSewnit well I mean..if that edrum kit I alluded to cost 10k..that would still be reasonable given that a 7 or 8 piece DW kit costs 10k or more on its own
@@rexross5189 mmkay. Go order a DW Collectors kit the same size as my current kit. 2 22" kick drums 8, 10, 12,14, 16, 18 toms 6.5x14 20 ply snare drum and see what you come up with before hardware
He's good at demonstrating. But he is from Sweetwater though, so every product is like a demo ad "super!, you can buy this in our shop". Has he ever "reviewed" something as less than good?
Agreed. Roland’s electronic drum demo videos are awful and they make these products! Sweetwater is much more straightforward. Excellent lighting, product explanation, and sound demos.
Thank you Nick, these videos are amazing. I only have 1 wish with the digital versions in your demos. Please start out with how it sounds without being turned on. Many of us purchase these with our neighbors in mind. I would like to know are they going to be hearing this through the walls. Then all the great features and sounds, playability etc.I totally want to hear and learn about. Thank you :-)
@@mikelstevenson4968 if you're apartment living then you will be fine. people in the next room from you might be able to lightly hear you, but nothing too loud. they also make noise eaters for the pedals and things to help with downstairs neighbors.
@@evankeal Hey, Evan! Our team would be glad to look into this for you. When you have a moment, please give us a call at (800) 222-4700 or email us at sales@sweetwater.com. Thanks for the message!
@@sweetwater Thanks, the product is still a ways out at best according to the latest SW can give. It appears Roland is just not shipping anything and merely just keeps pushing the date out, which is currently late September.
Appreciate the details on the sound customization features. I noticed you spent more time on this topic in this video than you did for the Alesis Strike Pro Se. How would you compare the two?
Great sounding e-kit and the excellent demo helped me with using the module because my church has purchased two of those kits. I'm thinking on getting one myself. peace
As far as I Know, every Roland kit do this and it's a huge mistake in my opinion. But I won't lie: I'm almost 100% sure that I will buy this VAD 306 as soon as I can.
@@AerisVelivolus if this is a big problem for you, you should really just wire up your own cable snake with detachable ends. You could probably find someone willing to make it or sell it to you if you don't want to solder.
Important question let’s say if I wrote my own music using my MPCX Drum Machine and my BPM is 200 will it lock in the Wav or MP3 Just like protools will recognize my tempo? Also. Has it been updated to use AS A VST PLUG IN? Meaning if I’m recording in MIDI can I drag midi down and turn it into audio fils without having to Re record it in protools? Example 2 just like Protools VST instruments you write it and then you can drag and drop and AUDIO FILES.
Hi, thanks for your interest! If you're composing music on the MPCX and then transferring those files to your DAW - yes, the DAW should recognize the tempo you set on the MPC. With regard to using this Roland kit with Pro Tools, the TD-17 module doesn't include a plug-in of any kind as far as I'm aware, but you can use it to control just about any drum VST plug-in. Hope this helps a bit. Feel free to contact me directly with any further questions, and thanks again! Caleb Lowrey, Sweetwater Sales Engineer, (800) 222-4700 ext. 1620, caleb_lowrey@sweetwater.com
Hello, garben88! Both kits have a similar footprint overall, but due to the limitations from the physical size of the drums on the VAD306, the TD17KVX is able to be configured in a way that allows it to take up less space overall. Thanks for the interest! Cody Kraus, Sweetwater Sales Engineer, (800) 222-4700 ext. 1766, cody_kraus@sweetwater.com
Hey, Michael. Thanks so much for reaching out. This one only has stereo analog outs, it does not do multitrack. I hope this helps. Jason Thiele, Senior Sweetwater Sales Engineer, (800) 222-4700 ext. 1391, jason_thiele@sweetwater.com
Hey, acastic. Thanks for reaching out. Once you load your user kit file, it will save there automatically. Make sure the file is a .td0 file. Check out this video, as well: ruclips.net/video/c6C6YR2Dpcw/видео.html I hope this helps. Jason Thiele, Senior Sweetwater Sales Engineer, (800) 222-4700 ext. 1391, jason_thiele@sweetwater.com
Me neither. You have to work hard at it, messing with the settings. But I have done recordings on earlier versions of the V-Drums and the snare was acceptable. Roland can definitely do better. That said, these drums are meant to play out in places you have to be quiet, or for practicing and demo recording. They are great for those situations.
Hello, korrupt4! The VAD506 does support rim shots on both the snare and toms, and it also supports cross sticking on the snare drum: www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/VAD506Set--roland-v-drums-acoustic-design-vad506-electronic-drum-set Thanks for the interest! Cody Kraus, Sweetwater Sales Engineer, (800) 222-4700 ext. 1766, cody_kraus@sweetwater.com
They are more interested in having control over sounds that samples just dont have. Roland sounds are not just recorded moments in time, they are instruments, and they sound amazing to most. If you really want an acoustic drum experience, triggering samples isn't the way. But I agree, there is room for improvement just like anything else in the world.
I do believe that Nick DiVirgilio is every bit as good as the best drummer in history. Joe Morello. The drums style from both drummers is smooth, contains innate and tons of secondary rhythm traces and is never overplayed. Both drummers never boast about their "chops, ability, or accenture", basically, their egos are not the driving force of their abilities. It is secondary to their ability. It is absolutely a pleasure to watch Nick and "The Dave Brubeck Quartet" every chance you get.
Why pay for all that plastic that you will never use? Rubber doesn't behave like metals so the feel is lost from the get go, after that it's just looks. Metal cymbal sizes only exist for tonal reasons, but does anyone play all that surface area?
@@evankeal So, what do you want to say? You really can't speak... I want a more realistic electronic drum, but this stuffy man is what's the point of what you're saying. cheer up, dude.
Almost every drummer everywhere: I need an electronic kit that sounds like an acoustic kit for noise abatement.
Roland: LeT's DeVeLoP mOrE OuTeR sPaCe aLiEn SoUnDs.
Lol..if any company would create an electronic kit that had only legit acoustic sounds and feel..they would win the arms race.
Robert Davis maybe if pearl makes a less expensive mimic module, lol.
@@EvilSewnit well I mean..if that edrum kit I alluded to cost 10k..that would still be reasonable given that a 7 or 8 piece DW kit costs 10k or more on its own
@@user-wh6sp6st8s DW drums don’t usually even cost that much even for the collectors
@@rexross5189 mmkay. Go order a DW Collectors kit the same size as my current kit.
2 22" kick drums
8, 10, 12,14, 16, 18 toms
6.5x14 20 ply snare drum and see what you come up with before hardware
Nick is the only drums reviewer that I can trust.
Ralf from drumtec!
He's good at demonstrating.
But he is from Sweetwater though, so every product is like a demo ad "super!, you can buy this in our shop".
Has he ever "reviewed" something as less than good?
BRO THIS DRUM SET IS A SOUND SCAME THE SOUDS ARE DISGUSTING DON T BUY IT
Agreed. Roland’s electronic drum demo videos are awful and they make these products! Sweetwater is much more straightforward. Excellent lighting, product explanation, and sound demos.
Aye, beacuse he is a top notch guy and also knows how to play
Thank you Nick, these videos are amazing. I only have 1 wish with the digital versions in your demos. Please start out with how it sounds without being turned on. Many of us purchase these with our neighbors in mind. I would like to know are they going to be hearing this through the walls. Then all the great features and sounds, playability etc.I totally want to hear and learn about. Thank you :-)
I'd like to know this as well
@@mikelstevenson4968 if you're apartment living then you will be fine. people in the next room from you might be able to lightly hear you, but nothing too loud. they also make noise eaters for the pedals and things to help with downstairs neighbors.
Hey Sweetwater, when will you guys showcase the Roland VAD103? That one's pretty awesome too. ✌
Pretty awesome drumming from Nick, by the way! 🥁
You can tell hes having some fun!!
Yeah! he's really enjoying himself there !
You are having fun aint you. Tweaking the sounds. Giddy as a kid. I feel yaa
What happened Nick's hair... personally, honestly looks better.
Lockdown!
Give this video a like and hit that subscribe button for more demos of great electronic drums like these!
When will these be available, Sweetwater hasn't contacted me about my preordered kit and I think Roland has delivered them a few weeks ago.
@@evankeal Hey, Evan! Our team would be glad to look into this for you. When you have a moment, please give us a call at (800) 222-4700 or email us at sales@sweetwater.com. Thanks for the message!
@@sweetwater Thanks, the product is still a ways out at best according to the latest SW can give. It appears Roland is just not shipping anything and merely just keeps pushing the date out, which is currently late September.
If you record into a DAW with a click track, does that click track transfer to the DAW recording?
Is the 306 expandable? I want to add another floor tom?
I want a job like this so badly
Roland V-Drums Acoustic The best.. 👏😅 🥁🎶
Don't think that's an acoustic patch at 6:00.
9:10 Metronome Features
A great addition would be a Tap Tempo feature.
My ZOOM R16 interface/recorder has one and I love it.
guy in the video is a great reviewer. He has a very impressive understanding of the tech 😲👍
Damn #NickD'Virgilio, you may need some hair assistance, but not with on those nice hand movements! 😅👌
As always, smooth drumming 😊💯
Appreciate the details on the sound customization features.
I noticed you spent more time on this topic in this video than you did for the Alesis Strike Pro Se. How would you compare the two?
Sorry but, anyone else think this guy looks like Jon Lovitz? 😂
Him messing with the settings he looks like a kid in a candy store
Ikr
Nick divir gellio stay safe and I love watching and your drums
Tqs verymuch
Nice :) Really enjoy your Videos... greetings from Germany 😊
What does he do with his lips when he is playing? hahaha i actually like it haha
these vids are great. was looking td17kvx but now this looks really nice
Literally a kid in a Toys R Us store right here.
Great sounding e-kit and the excellent demo helped me with using the module because my church has purchased two of those kits. I'm thinking on getting one myself. peace
awesome kit, but the sounds are so dated and unusable for 2020 modern production standards, roland needed new sounds yesterday
No one uses the module sounds for serious recordings anyways.
didn't know if Berlin from Money Heist play drum so great
Ha ha
He is so happy in dat set :P
Bought this as my first drum kit from Damian at Sweetwater. Couldn't be happier with it!
How did you do that my vad 306is a complete scame
@@lukavucic9185 what do you mean
Is the 306 expandable? I want to add another floor tom ???
Dat Adidas shoes sell to much worldwide ;)
I'm not familiar with the dude, but I'd invite him to a barbecue. You can see the joy and fun on his face. :)
This thing is super nice
What I don’t like is not every pad has it’s own input to module
What if someday a wire needs replacing?
As far as I Know, every Roland kit do this and it's a huge mistake in my opinion. But I won't lie: I'm almost 100% sure that I will buy this VAD 306 as soon as I can.
@@AerisVelivolus if this is a big problem for you, you should really just wire up your own cable snake with detachable ends. You could probably find someone willing to make it or sell it to you if you don't want to solder.
The hihat is 12inches instead of 10, despite the name being "Vh10" 🙄 good job roland😂
really great review !!! i'm waiting for a VAD307 review too !!!
Very cool!
1) Thanks for this... 2) Jon Lovitz's younger brother
Holy crap, Jon Lovitz looks great these days!
Great video Nick!
Where was the cow bell?
Asking for a friend.
Nice!
Would you buy the truck td-17kvx or the vad306 ? Is it worth the extra price?
so much joy in the playing, thanks 😊
Dampening the china cymbal is insane 😲
I want to be Nick D'Virgilio when I grow up.
Is there a feature that allows you to either plug in headphones or connect wireless headphones via BlueTooth to the kit? These drums are beautiful.
Wire management may be a problem without a rack system
I have same kit and I love it !
wwwwwwwwrrrrrrrrreeeeeeverb :P
Important question let’s say if I wrote my own music using my MPCX Drum Machine and my BPM is 200 will it lock in the Wav or MP3 Just like protools will recognize my tempo? Also. Has it been updated to use AS A VST PLUG IN? Meaning if I’m recording in MIDI can I drag midi down and turn it into audio fils without having to Re record it in protools? Example 2 just like Protools VST instruments you write it and then you can drag and drop and AUDIO FILES.
Hi, thanks for your interest! If you're composing music on the MPCX and then transferring those files to your DAW - yes, the DAW should recognize the tempo you set on the MPC. With regard to using this Roland kit with Pro Tools, the TD-17 module doesn't include a plug-in of any kind as far as I'm aware, but you can use it to control just about any drum VST plug-in. Hope this helps a bit. Feel free to contact me directly with any further questions, and thanks again!
Caleb Lowrey, Sweetwater Sales Engineer, (800) 222-4700 ext. 1620, caleb_lowrey@sweetwater.com
Thumbnail says Vad 506?🤔
Thank you very much for the demo. Is this kit take more space than the td 17 kvx ? Do you need more place ? Or it’s the same ? Thanks.
Hello, garben88! Both kits have a similar footprint overall, but due to the limitations from the physical size of the drums on the VAD306, the TD17KVX is able to be configured in a way that allows it to take up less space overall.
Thanks for the interest!
Cody Kraus, Sweetwater Sales Engineer, (800) 222-4700 ext. 1766, cody_kraus@sweetwater.com
Great drummer!!!
Can you multi-track record with this module in Logic Pro? Hate to spend the extra $500 for the 27KV. Thanks!
Hey, Michael. Thanks so much for reaching out. This one only has stereo analog outs, it does not do multitrack.
I hope this helps.
Jason Thiele, Senior Sweetwater Sales Engineer, (800) 222-4700 ext. 1391, jason_thiele@sweetwater.com
does it automatically save your custom user kits and if not how do you save them?
Hey, acastic. Thanks for reaching out. Once you load your user kit file, it will save there automatically. Make sure the file is a .td0 file.
Check out this video, as well:
ruclips.net/video/c6C6YR2Dpcw/видео.html
I hope this helps.
Jason Thiele, Senior Sweetwater Sales Engineer, (800) 222-4700 ext. 1391, jason_thiele@sweetwater.com
this guy rules
Харош
Yet to hear a decent snare sound on any electronic kit!
Me neither. You have to work hard at it, messing with the settings. But I have done recordings on earlier versions of the V-Drums and the snare was acceptable. Roland can definitely do better. That said, these drums are meant to play out in places you have to be quiet, or for practicing and demo recording. They are great for those situations.
Anyone know of a good hi hat stand to buy for this set or maybe which one Nick is using?
DW 5000 series is a great one
@@evanroelle hey, thanks for the info!
can you do a real sounding rim shot with this?
Hello, korrupt4! The VAD506 does support rim shots on both the snare and toms, and it also supports cross sticking on the snare drum:
www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/VAD506Set--roland-v-drums-acoustic-design-vad506-electronic-drum-set
Thanks for the interest!
Cody Kraus, Sweetwater Sales Engineer, (800) 222-4700 ext. 1766, cody_kraus@sweetwater.com
@@sweetwater thank you!
I love this dude lol
Every Rolan conclusion:
1 Over priced
2 Sounds we don’t need
3 horrible acoustic drum sounds. Roland needs a partnership with Steven slate.
They are more interested in having control over sounds that samples just dont have. Roland sounds are not just recorded moments in time, they are instruments, and they sound amazing to most. If you really want an acoustic drum experience, triggering samples isn't the way. But I agree, there is room for improvement just like anything else in the world.
Someone has a crush on slate lol did u check out that Pearl brian
I do believe that Nick DiVirgilio is every bit as good as the best drummer in history.
Joe Morello. The drums style from both drummers is smooth, contains innate and tons of secondary rhythm traces and is never overplayed.
Both drummers never boast about their "chops, ability, or accenture", basically, their egos are not the driving force of their abilities. It is secondary to their ability.
It is absolutely a pleasure to watch Nick and "The Dave Brubeck Quartet" every chance you get.
At least, 10/12/14 toms 12 snare and 12 hihat and 14 crash and 16 ride. I can't understand that weird seizes of Roland and many more E-drum companies.
Why pay for all that plastic that you will never use? Rubber doesn't behave like metals so the feel is lost from the get go, after that it's just looks. Metal cymbal sizes only exist for tonal reasons, but does anyone play all that surface area?
@@evankeal So, what do you want to say? You really can't speak... I want a more realistic electronic drum, but this stuffy man is what's the point of what you're saying. cheer up, dude.
@@laiftaim Can't speak? Or you can't comprehend simple non-complicated verbage? Please tell me what you struggled with?
WAY MONO DEMO ?????????????????? ADT THE HIT HAT IS 12" NOT 10"
12 INC HH NOT 10
Sounds like cardboard boxes
sounds like crap