The V51 is the command center of the V-Drums 5 Series, setting a new benchmark for mid-range electronic drum modules. Powered by the same premium sound engine found in the flagship V71, it delivers rich, multi-layered DW drum kits, advanced editing tools, and deep expansion possibilities through Roland Cloud.

Designed for both creative practice and professional performance, the V51 combines a fast, intuitive interface with seamless wireless connectivity and smartphone app integration, unlocking endless ways to play, practice, and personalize your sound.

Features

• Expandable V-Drums sound module powered by the same advanced drum engine as the top-tier V71
• Part of a unified ecosystem with the V71 and V31, offering full cross-compatibility with premium V-Drums expansion content on Roland Cloud
• Multi-sampled DW sound library created in collaboration with Drum Workshop (DW)
• Includes DW Soundworks software instrument (with Roland Cloud Ultimate membership)
• Wirelessly download V-Drums Instrument Expansions and Kit Packs via Roland Cloud Connect
• Six-month Roland Cloud Ultimate membership included
• Large color display, intuitive interface, and built-in wireless adapter
• Deep editing tools for tuning, muffling, head types, and more
• Companion V51 Editor (macOS/Windows) and V-Drums Play app (iOS/Android)*
• Sample import support for custom sounds
• Studio-grade effects: EQs, compressors, reverbs, ambience, and more
• Three digital trigger inputs for advanced snare, ride, and hi-hat pads
• Multi-pin trigger harness and four analog trigger inputs
• Stereo main output, two direct outs, and mix input for playback or external pads
• Coach Mode with Phrase Trainer, Stroke Monitor, and advanced tools
• Includes Drum Pass – 100 free Melodics™ lessons for V-Drums players
• USB-C multi-channel audio/MIDI for seamless DAW integration
• Bluetooth® audio for streaming backing tracks
• Audio recording and playback via SD media

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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 – head and rim)
• Pad Compressor (each pad – head/rim common)
• Overhead Mic Simulator
• Room / Reverb / Kit Resonance
• Bus Effect: 4 systems (2 simultaneous per system, with sidechain), 94 types
• Bus Reverb
• Master Compressor
• Master Equalizer

User Sample Import:

• Up to 500 user samples (includes factory preloaded)
• Total sound length: 24 min (mono) / 12 min (stereo)
• Supported file format: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16/24-bit)

Song Player (SD Card):

• Supported files: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16/24-bit), MP3

Recorder:

• Real-time recording
• Max note storage: approx. 40,000 notes
• Export formats: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16-bit), SMF
• Max length: 60 minutes (temporary recording: 1 min)*

Display:

• 4.3-inch graphic color LCD

Faders:

• 6 (Kick, Snare, Toms, Hi-Hat, Cymbals, Ambience)

External Memory:

• SD card (SDHC supported)

Connectors:

• 1x DB-25 trigger input (Kick, Snare, Tom1–3, Hi-hat, Crash1, Ride, Ride Bell, Hi-Hat Control)
• 4x ¼-inch TRS trigger jacks (Crash 2, AUX 1/Tom 4, AUX 2, AUX 3)
• 3x USB-A digital trigger inputs
• MASTER OUT (L/Mono, R): ¼-inch unbalanced
• 2x DIRECT OUT (¼-inch TRS unbalanced)
• 2x PHONES (Stereo ¼-inch and mini stereo)
• MIX IN (Stereo ¼-inch)
• MIDI IN, OUT/THRU
• USB COMPUTER (USB Type-C®, class compliant for Audio/MIDI)
• FOOT SW (¼-inch TRS)
• DC IN

USB Audio Record/Playback Channels:

• Vendor Mode: 32 in / 32 out (44.1 kHz; up to 96 kHz via converter)
• Generic Mode: 2 in / 2 out (44.1 kHz)

Power:

• AC adaptor
• Current draw: 1,700 mA
• Power consumption (standby): 0.24 W

Dimensions:

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

Weight:

• 2.4 kg / 5 lbs 5 oz

Accessories Included:

• Quick Start guide
• Roland Cloud Connect setup guide
• AC adaptor (PSB-7U)
• Special connection cable
• Sound module mounting plate set
• Safety leaflet

Options (Sold Separately):

• Pads: PD, PDX, PDQ, BT-1
• Cymbals: CY, CYQ series
• Kicks: KD, KDQ, KT series
• Hi-Hats: VH series
• Hi-Hat Control Pedals: FD series
• Acoustic Triggers: RT series
• Footswitches: BOSS FS-5U, FS-6
• Monitors: PM series
• Accessory Pack: DAP-3X
• Mat: TDM series
• Noise Eater: NE series

* SD card required for song recording. Without an SD card, temporary recording up to 1 minute is available.