Roland V-Session Drum Set with Stand

Includes TD-10 module with expansion board. Does NOT include snare stand or kick drum pedal.

Overall User Ratings

Overall:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Features:
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Quality:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * . . . 7 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Support:
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"Big boy toy! Coolest thing a drummer can buy themselves"

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* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Features:
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Quality:
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Value:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
I Want It:
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I am a hobbiest drummer who is in their mid 40's and played in my 20's, and again now in my 40's (after the kids grew up). I jam with some friends 1x a week, and found that I could never get in enough practice due to the noise levels of my Slingerland 9 pc (a killer set-up with 7 zildjians etc). So I had some money to burn and bought this kit over the internet, have had it about 1 1/2 weeks and am blown away with it's sound and versatility. I am playing them through some older ALTEC LANSING cabinets (15's with horn array tweeters), and the sound is just incredible. I have only jammed once since getting them, but the other guys think it's great. We were able to bring the decibel level down in the room and really balance the sound between guitars and drums and bass. I am yet to discover all its capabilities, but I am looking forward to it every day. Now I can play at midnight and not wake the family (screw the neighbors!).
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"It's worth it!"

Overall:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
 
 
 
Feature:
Not a knock on the kit, however, I think that for the price you should get everything you need for the kit. When I found out that I had to buy a snare stand, kick pedal and throne on top of the kit, I was a bit dissappointed.

Quality:
I have been playing my kit for almost a year and have had NO problems. Not even had to adjust the head tension.... (knok on wood)

Value:
Most people rate the value low, however, if you compare to top conventional ket, say a DW kit, they are in the same range and you get tons of other stuff/sounds/versitility with this kit. I had a hard time writing the check... but think the price is in line.

Desirability:
There is absolutely no other electronic kit that looks this good!

Sound:
Unbelievable---- If you think it sounds good live, try recording direct. Playback sounds like someone spent hundreds of hours in a studio to get the perfect sound.

Support:
Have not had to use any Roland support as yet....

Overall:
The only thig that would entise me to get rid of this kit would be the "next generation" bigger and better kits from roland.

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"Roland has done it again!"

Overall:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Features:
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Quality:
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Value:
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The "V" series is by far the DOMINATING factor, in the electric drum industry. For years I've been looking for an alternative to the standard organic drum set. Something that would add a more dynamic approach to my playing. To be quite honest, I was never impressed with previous attempts to bring the set to the electronic world.

Adding the "V Session" to my 12 piece Pearl set. Has enabled me to unleash an array of texture and color, that keeps all of my bandmates on thier toes. I recomend it to anyone!
Cheers to Roland!
Sean.
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"Phenomenal Product"

Overall:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
 
 
 
Yes the price is steep and time will tell how long the sensors in the V-cymbals last (I've owned it 6 months). The quality and versatility will blow you away, (particularly if you're into recording and composing for percussion)the manuals are fairly well written. Get the expansion board, its well worth the price. As others have commented, the price is steep but this puppy appears to be worth every penny I spent.
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"Stylish, Light-weight, versatile, Expensive...."

Overall:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * . . . . 6 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
 
 
 
Roland to me is synonomous with Sony. Both are the elite at what they do, and when you buy their products, you get astounding quality, but at a steep cost.

Try to remember this...you ALWAYS get what you pay for. Granted, this thing is spendy, but when you can piece together any kind of kit you've ever wanted at the punch of a few buttons, why would you waste your time w/ an acoustic set? Some peeps claim that there aren't enough inputs for more heads and cymbals...well WTF...most of you guys can't handle 11 items anyways =P (3 cymbals, 4 toms, snare, kick, hi-hat, hi-hat trigger)!

If you got the cash to drop, pick you up one online and save a grand and a half, then enjoy the music, it's well worth it.
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"I wouldn't have started playing if not for Roland"

Overall:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * . . . . 6 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
 
 
 
I live in an apartment and couldn't even consider playing drums without pissing someone off, especially at my beginner level playing. So when I saw this V-drum kit, I had to try it out. (With the headphones on.) I fell in love at first hit. I bought it and have sense expanded it several times with the expansion board and v-cymbols, PM-3 system, KD-120 kick. I've improved my playing considerably and have discovered how expressive this kit really is. It just keeps getting better. I've owned it now for over a year and haven't had one problem...and I do tend to beat it up pretty good at times. Keep up the good work Roland. You've got my dedication. The price though.......ouch! I feel it im my.....wallet.
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"ROLAND!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

Overall:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Quality:
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Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
 
 
 
OK,
This setup is just crazy....
One of the best if not THE best electronic drumsets on the market...
You can tune the drums!!! You can setup mics electronically!!! Change Heads!!! Surroundings!!! Acoustics!!! it's so unreal... If oyu have the dough it's totally worth every penny!!
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"Expensive but price is dropping"

Overall:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Quality:
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Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
 
 
 
I have played several kits along this line and have found the session set to be the best. As with ANY elctronic item, there will always be something better or faster along the way. As it stands now, this is it. I have done both studio and live work and have had no problems.
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"Finally a set that feels right"

Overall:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
 
 
 
I own an original set for concerts and it has really held up great. Our band needs real control of sound due to our venues in small churches and has the capabilities to be used in large halls. Now I need (want) the upgrades.....
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"My accustic set sits idle."

Overall:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
 
 
 
It take time to set up drum set sounds exactly as I like them. I rarely use the " standard "
preprogramed set. It's nice with a small combo since the volume can be turned down.
Brushes do not work very well.
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"HOLY FRICKIN CRAP!!!!!"

Overall:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
 
 
 
I have played on this beast and let me tell you, sure it may be overpriced, but I have a feeling that after you buy it you would totally forget that you just spent your life savings on it. It feels incredible! with so many different sounds its like you have 100 different sets right at your fingertips! The new V-Cymbals are so amazing I couldn't tell the difference between them and real ones. You would have to be a freaking nut-case to prefer an acoustic set over this! Man! Only if I had the money!!!!!!
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"Hundreds of drum sets + percs for a fraction of thier total cost."

Overall:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
 
 
 
I am a studio drummer, and I have found the v session set to be invaluable. Recording tracks in midi, using Pro Tools, lets you wait until the last minute to make decisions regaurding your drum and or cymbal sounds. There is nothing worse than being in the middle of a mix down and deciding the snare sound "really doesn't work" with this song. Thats a problem I no longer have to deal thanks to the v drums.
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"The best electronic drum system yet!"

Overall:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Quality:
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Value:
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I Want It:
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When tightened properly the mesh triggers respond
just like real drum heads. COSM modeling makes
all the sounds too realistic to believe! With
this system you can have any set you have ever
wanted. If it doesn't have it, you can make it.
The controller lets you edit every facet of each
sound. The cymbal triggers are unreal!