| Sometimes "affordable" can mean lacking in features, or not very good, but Roland's V-Compact™ TD-3S Drum Kit is quite the opposite; it incorporates Roland's latest upgrades in cymbals, pads and kick interface, and combines it with a basic sound module that still delivers 114 new sounds with Roland's typical professional quality. These sounds are organized into 32 kits, and you can quickly get a grip on what each kit sounds like thanks to a cool auditioning feature, Phrase Preview, that plays a short demo of each kit. Ambience effects include 15 different types, so you can transform each kit according to your mood. A stereo mini-plug Mix input lets you combine a CD, MP3 player or external source into the module, great for practicing through headphones to prerecorded material. You can use any of 10 different Click sounds to provide count-offs and metronome functions. An extra trigger input is furnished, so you can add a pad like the PD-8 Mesh Snare Drum if you wish. If you're taking lessons or simply want to improve your technique, the onboard Rhythm Coach provides feedback on timing, speed and endurance, and runs you through rhythm training exercises. The kit contains four of Roland's new dual trigger rubber pad, the PD-8, so you can play rim shots and bow/edge sounds (for hi-hat.) A pair of CY-8 cymbal pads deliver a swinging motion and excellent choke response; they also offer a visual improvement, looking more like metal cymbals. Another new component is the KD-8 Upright Kick Trigger. This vertical design offers several improvements; it can accommodate dual kick pedals, and its improved rigidity means cleaner response to your pedal movements. The feel is far better than reverse-pedal designs. The FD-8 is a new Hi-Hat controller that realistically captures transitions between open and closed. The MDS-3C stand provides sturdy support and matches the look of the kit with a black finish. The V-Compact set provides an excellent entry into the world of digital drums, easy to own and loaded with plenty of percussion power. Our Price: $995 Contact us for questions: |
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