Roland TD-516S V-Drums Electronic Kit

Roland V-Drums TD516 Electronic Drum Set – Premium Performance for Australian Drummers

Guitar World Australia, your Official Roland Dealer on the Gold Coast QLD, is proud to present the Roland V-Drums TD516 – a next-generation electronic drum kit that redefines what’s possible in digital percussion. Combining Roland’s latest V51 sound module with a full suite of premium digital pads and cymbals, this flagship kit delivers an ultra-realistic acoustic playing feel with all the advantages of electronic drums. Whether you’re gigging around South East Queensland, recording at home, or practising quietly at night, the TD516 is built to meet the needs of serious drummers across Australia.

The Game-Changing V51 Sound Module

At the heart of the TD516 lies the powerful V51 sound module, featuring the same world-class multi-sampled sound library found in Roland’s top-of-the-line V71 module. Powered by DW Soundworks technology, the V51 delivers stunningly realistic acoustic, electronic, and hybrid drum sounds that cover every musical style – from rock, metal, and fusion to worship, R&B, and electronic music.

A large colour display and intuitive navigation make sound selection and kit editing quick and easy. Built-in Wi-Fi works with the Roland Cloud Connect mobile app, so you can browse and install new kits directly from your phone or tablet. A 6-month Roland Cloud Ultimate membership is included, giving you access to an ever-growing library of sounds, samples, and signature artist kits to keep your TD516 feeling fresh for every rehearsal and gig.

Australian drummers will love the V51’s modern connectivity. USB-C audio and MIDI provide multitrack output straight into your DAW, allowing you to record studio-quality drum tracks without microphones or loud volumes – ideal for apartment living or home studios on the Gold Coast and beyond. MIDI In/Out/Thru, L/R main outputs, L/R direct outs and a Mix In input make the TD516 equally comfortable on stage, in the rehearsal room, or in your recording setup.

Premium Pads That Inspire Your Best Performance

The TD516’s pad lineup represents the pinnacle of Roland V-Drums technology. The 18-inch CY-18DR digital ride cymbal is Roland’s most convincing V-Cymbal yet, with multiple sensors across the playing surface that eliminate obvious “zones”. Edge, bow, and bell tones blend naturally, while multi-touch technology supports authentic hand-choking and finger damping techniques – perfect for expressive jazz, rock and worship playing.

The 14-inch PD-140DS digital snare features eight precision sensors across its 3-ply mesh head and rim, capturing everything from thunderous backbeats and cutting rimshots to delicate ghost notes, buzz rolls and natural cross-sticks. Its 8-lug design allows you to tune the mesh to your preferred level of tightness or rebound, and the full 14-inch diameter makes the transition between acoustic and electronic kits feel completely natural.

Roland’s flagship VH-14D hi-hat sets the benchmark for electronic hi-hat realism. This 2-piece, 14-inch digital hi-hat delivers high-resolution open/closed detection and tracks every nuance of your foot and stick work. Foot splashes, chick sounds and subtle openings respond just like a traditional hi-hat, and you can even grab the cymbal to mute it – just like real bronze.

Complete Your Setup with Professional Hardware

Three PD-P Premium series tom pads (two 10-inch PD-10P and one 12-inch PD-12P) feature multi-zone triggering across head and rim, genuine die-cast hoops and a stunning chrome finish that looks right at home alongside an acoustic kit. The updated CY-12C-T and CY-14R-T crash cymbals are thinner and more responsive than previous generations, offering dual-trigger operation (bow/edge) and familiar grab-to-choke control.

The KD-12 kick tower uses an adaptive playing surface for realistic bass drum response and supports both single and double pedals. Its low-movement design with floor spurs helps keep the pad planted, even under heavy playing. Everything mounts to the included MDS-STD3 rack, a road-ready stand that keeps your setup solid show after show, with neat cable routing and flexible positioning.

Advanced Features for Modern Drummers

The V51 module gives you deep editing for each kit piece. You can tune, damp, layer, and process sounds to create your own custom kits, then import WAV samples via SDHC card (card sold separately) to build hybrid setups or trigger your own loops and one-shots. Stream play-along tracks wirelessly via Bluetooth or connect a device to the 1/4-inch Mix In input for wired playback.

For targeted practice, the integrated Coach Mode includes Time Check, Quiet Count, Phrase Trainer, Stroke Monitor and Blast Beat Builder – powerful tools to refine your timing, dynamics, speed and endurance. The free V51 Editor software (downloaded via Roland Cloud) lets you edit kits and processing from your computer screen with a familiar DAW-style workflow.

Guitar World Australia on the Gold Coast QLD provides expert advice, setup help and ongoing support for your Roland V-Drums TD516. Whether you’re recording in a home studio, playing in a church or school band, or performing live on stage, this premium electronic drum set delivers professional performance that will inspire your best playing for years to come.

Note: Kick pedal, hi-hat stand, snare stand and SD card are not included. Hi-hat stand sold separately.

Product Specifications

 *Please note - bass drum pedal and hi-hat stand are not included.