Roland Reinvents Electronic CymbalsNew V-Cymbals Offer Unprecedented Level of Natural Dynamics and Control
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January 20, 2001When Roland released the V-drums in 1997, drummers around the world instantly recognized this explosive set as the dawn of a new era in electronic percussion. With new V-Cymbals, Roland takes the V-drum revolution several steps further, providing dynamic new electronic hi-hat, crash and ride cymbals which faithfully recreate acoustic cymbal dimensions, movements, inertia and timbre changes.
The circular V-Cymbals are patterned closely after their acoustic counterparts, offering a natural-feeling rebound, appropriate dimensions, and most importantly, the inertia and natural movement of a "swinging" cymbal. The advantage, however, is that these cymbals are almost silent. A concentrated mass around the rim of the V-Cymbals ensures uniform sensing, and even allows cymbal "chokes" for dynamic performances. The new
V-Cymbals are compatible with all Roland electronic percussion modules, and come in three distinct types: the CY-12H V-Cymbal Hi-Hat, the CY-14C V-Cymbal Crash, and the incredible CY-15R V-Cymbal Ride.
The CY-12H V-Cymbal Hi-Hat is a 12-inch electronic hi-hat pad with a beveled edge for an extremely realistic playing feel and a natural rebound. A dual-trigger system with individual sensors for the edge and the bow of the cymbal permit expressive tonal changes, and the CY-12H is designed to work perfectly with Roland’s highly acclaimed
FD-7 Hi-Hat Controller.
The CY-14C V-Cymbal Crash is a 14-inch electronic crash cymbal which responds to strikes with acoustic cymbal-type movement and inertia. In other words, this cymbal can "swing." The CY-14C employs a dual-trigger system with individual sensors for the edge and the bow of the cymbal, and sounds can be assigned separately to each for maximum expression. This system also incorporates a sensor for cymbal "chokes," just like an acoustic cymbal.
The incredible CY-15R is a 15-inch electronic ride cymbal with the same movement as an acoustic ride. A selectable dual-trigger system (edge/bow or bow/bell) allows for use as a ride cymbal or a large crash cymbal. Better still, simultaneous three-way sensing (edge/bow/bell) is possible with the CY-15R using the V-drums TD-10 sound module equipped with the latest version of TDW-1 Wave and System Expansion Board (the
TDW-1 with V-Cymbal Control – see dealer for details). Conquering the "final frontier" of electronic cymbal development, the CY-15R even includes positional sensing on the bow section of the cymbal, allowing for incremental tonal changes in the manner of an acoustic ride. For more information, visit their web site at www.rolandus.com. | 
