Roland V51 V-Drums Sound Module - Mint, Open Box

Creative Command – The Roland V51 V-Drums Sound Module

The V51 is the heart of the V-Drums 5 Series, setting a new benchmark for mid-range electronic drum modules. Powered by the same high-end engine found in the flagship V71, it features premium, multi-layered sampled DW drum kits, onboard tools for practice and performance, and deep expansion possibilities on Roland Cloud. The streamlined interface is designed for speed and creativity, while Bluetooth audio, Wi-Fi, and app integration unlock endless ways to play, practice, and personalize your sound.

• Expandable V-Drums sound module powered by the same advanced drum engine as the top-tier V71
• Multi-sampled onboard sound library created in collaboration with DW
• Part of a unified ecosystem with the V71 and V31, offering full cross-compatibility with V-Drums Instrument Expansions and Kit Packs
• High-resolution 4.3-inch color screen, panel faders, and an intuitive interface for effortless navigation
• Three dedicated pad inputs for Roland’s innovative digital snare, ride, and hi-hat pads
• Sound Modify section for quick changes to tuning, muffling, and kit components
• Stereo master output and two assignable mono outputs for routing flexibility on stage and in the studio
• Integrated coach mode with a phrase trainer, stroke monitor, and other advanced tools, plus exclusive Melodics content for V-Drums players
• USB-C multi-channel audio and MIDI connectivity for seamless integration with DAWs and software-based instruments
• Bluetooth audio for streaming music and backing tracks from a mobile device
• Audio recorder and SD card slot for fast recording and track playback
• Analog mix input for a music playback device or a Roland percussion pad
• Wireless support and smartphone app integration for expansion management and control of key module features
• Expand your creative options with an ever-growing range of sound content on Roland Cloud, including multi-layered V-Drums Instrument Expansions based on premium DW drum sets

SPECIFICATIONS

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 (by head and rim)
• Pad Compressor: each pad (head and rim common)
• Overhead Mic Simulator
• Room/Reverb/Kit Resonance
• Bus Effect: 4 systems (two can be used simultaneously per system/with side chain function), 94 types
• Bus Reverb
• Master Compressor
• Master Equalizer

User Sample Import

• Number of User Sample: 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: Realtime
• Maximum Note Storage: approx. 40,000 notes
• Export File Format: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16 bits), SMF
• or
• Recording Method: Realtime
• Maximum length: 60 min (temporary recording: 1 min) (*1)
• File format: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16 bits)

Display

• Graphic color LCD 4.3 inch

Faders

• 6 (KICK, SNARE, TOMS, HI-HAT, CYMBALS, AMBIENCE)

External Memory

• SD card (SDHC supported)

Connectors

• TRIGGER INPUT connector × 1: DB-25 type (Kick, Snare, Tom1, Tom2, Tom3, Hi-hat, Crash1, Ride, Ride Bell, Hi-Hat Control) (Exclusion use with digital pad)
• TRIGGER IN jack × 4: 1/4-inch TRS phone type (CRASH 2, AUX 1/TOM 4, AUX 2, AUX 3)
• DIGITAL TRIGGER IN port × 3: USB A
• MASTER OUT jacks (L/MONO, R): 1/4-inch phone type, unbalanced
• DIRECT OUT jack × 2: 1/4-inch TRS phone type, unbalanced
• PHONES jack × 2: Stereo 1/4-inch phone type, Stereo miniature phone type
• MIX IN jack × 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 adaptor

Current Draw

• 1,700 mA

Power Consumption (Off Mode)

• 0.24 W

Dimensions

• 316 (W) × 246 (D) × 103 (H) mm
• 12-1/2 (W) × 9-11/16 (D) × 4-1/16 (H) inches

Weight

• 2.4 kg / 5 lbs 5 oz

Accessories

• Quick Start
• Roland Cloud Connect Setup Guide
• AC adaptor (PSB-7U)
• Special connection cable
• Sound module mounting plate set
• Leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY"

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

Notes

• (*1) Song recording is required SD card. The case of no inserted is capable to record the temporary recording approximately 1 minutes.

Manufacturer: Roland
Model: V51
SKU: I849053-GA261023-1-WHXB
UPC: 761294521052

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