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.

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• 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

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 (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 x 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 x 4: 1/4-inch TRS phone type (CRASH 2, AUX 1/TOM 4, AUX 2, AUX 3)
DIGITAL TRIGGER IN port x 3: USB A
MASTER OUT jacks (L/MONO, R): 1/4-inch phone type, unbalanced
DIRECT OUT jack x 2: 1/4-inch TRS phone type, unbalanced
PHONES jack x 2: Stereo 1/4-inch phone type, Stereo miniature phone type
MIX IN jack x 1: Stereo 1/4-inch phone type
MIDI (IN, OUT/THRU) connectors
USB COMPUTER port: USB Type-C(R) (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 when in off mode (when the power automatically turns off)
0.24 W

-Dimensions
316 (W) x 246 (D) x 103 (H) mm
12-1/2 (W) x 9-11/16 (D) x 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

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