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Roland Introduces Next Generation of V-Drums

New V-Session and V-Concert Sets Enhance Popular V-drums Lineup

V-Session V-Concert
January 20, 2001

Updating the world’s most powerful and successful electronic drum lineup, Roland is introducing two new sets of V-drums electronic drum systems: the new flagship V-Session Set with V-Cymbals, and the new V-Concert Set, an updated version of the popular V-Pro. Like their predecessors, these new V-drums electronic drum sets employ ultra-sensitive mesh-head triggering, COSM modeling-based drum editing capabilities, and amazing sound quality to yield unrivaled expression and extreme flexibility for a range of live and studio applications.

As the most powerful and complete V-drums set to date, the V-Session Set is based upon the TD-10 Percussion Sound Module and includes the TDW-1 Wave and System Expansion Board with V-Cymbal Control, giving drummers over 1,000 unique sounds with enhanced dynamics and sensitivity—not to mention the powerful COSM drum modeling, onboard effects and icon-based user interface which have made the V-drums so popular.

Included with the V-Session Set are Roland’s new V-Cymbals: Crash (2), Ride (1) and Hi-Hat (1). These are the world’s first electronic cymbals which can accurately emulate the inertia of real acoustic cymbals, "swinging" and responding to cymbal "chokes" as a drummer plays. And the increased playing realism is mirrored in the sound: Both the Hi-Hat and the Crash offer dual-triggering and increased dynamics, while the Ride cymbal actually offers three-way-triggering (edge/bow/bell) and Positional Sensing capabilities on the bow of the cymbal—just like an acoustic ride.*

Drummers will also immediately notice the V-Session’s sleek new metallic red stand, red drum shells, and the inclusion of a red KD-120 V-Kick pad. The stand also features Roland’s innovative and sleek new hardware fittings. These new fittings are made of a revolutionary new material which grips the stand better while offering a more intuitive method of securing the fittings.

The new V-Concert Set, on the other hand, is an updated version of the immensely popular V-Pro Set, introduced four years ago. The V-Concert Set’s combination of a COSM modeling-based TD-10 Percussion Sound Module, onboard effects, an icon-based user interface and innovative mesh-head V-pads has proven an irresistible package for professionals and serious drummers at all levels. The V-Concert Set takes this package to the next level with updated look based on a purple stand and metallic purple V-pads, plus the stronger, more convenient drum hardware found on the V-Session.

V-Session Set Components

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  • TD-10 Percussion Sound Module
  • TDW-1 Wave and System Expansion Board with new V-Cymbal Control
  • Over 1,000 high-quality sounds with extended dynamics and extensive COSM drum modeling
  • 3 x PD-120RD 12" red dual-trigger mesh V-pads for snare and floor toms
  • 2 x PD-100RD 10" red single-trigger mesh V-pads for rack toms
  • 2 x CY-14C 14" V-Cymbal Crash with natural cymbal inertia and choke capabilities
  • 1 x CY-15R 15" V-Cymbal Ride with natural cymbal inertia, simultaneous three-way-triggering (edge, bow, bell) and positional sensing
  • 1 x CY-12H 12" dual-trigger V-Cymbal for hi-hat
  • 1 x FD-7 Hi-Hat Control Pedal for realistic hi-hat control from closed to open
  • 1 x KD-120RD 12" red V-kick pad for fast, natural kick drum triggering using standard kick drum pedal
  • 2 x MDY-10U Cymbal Mount
  • V-Session Stand in red metallic

V-Concert Set Components

  • TD-10 Percussion Sound Module with over 650 superb sounds, extensive COSM drum modeling, onboard effects, and easy icon-based operation
  • 3 x PD-120PL 12" purple dual-trigger mesh V-pads for snare and floor toms
  • 2 x PD-100PL 10" purple single-trigger mesh V-pads for rack toms
  • 3 x PD-9 10" dual-trigger pads for crash and ride cymbals
  • 1 x PD-7 7" dual-trigger pad for hi-hat
  • 1 x FD-7 Hi-Hat Control Pedal for realistic hi-hat control from closed to open
  • 1 x KD-7 Kick Trigger Unit for ultra-fast triggering using standard kick drum pedal and special reverse beater
  • 2 x MDY-10U Cymbal Mount
  • V-Concert Stand in purple

*Note that three-way triggering and Positional Sensing capabilities on the new CY-15R V-Cymbal Ride require a TD-10 sound module which has been updated with the latest version of the TDW-1 Wave and System Expansion Board with V-Cymbal Control. See authorized Roland dealer for details.

For more information, visit their web site at www.rolandus.com.

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