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Offline Chaser

ROLAND VQD106 V-Drums Quiet Design Kit
« on: October 03, 2024, 09:06:16 AM »
ROLAND VQD106




The worlds quietest drum kit.

When practicing at home, drummers love to dig in and immerse themselves in the experience. But those around the drummer just want the noise to stop. V-Drums Quiet Design makes everyone happy, providing the lowest in-home playing noise in the history of drums. Our groundbreaking technologies make the impossible possible, allowing you to play without restraint at any time?while others who can?t see you will never know you?re drumming at all.


A revolution in home drumming.

Roland V-Drums are already some of the quietest electronic drums available, thanks to years of research and development, precision engineering, and the ability to monitor with headphones. Yet even standard V-Drums can sometimes be too loud to enjoy. The physical noise of striking pads may be bothersome to others in your living space. In addition, kick and hi-hat pedals transfer low-end thumps and vibrations to the floor that resonate through the structure to create audible noise in other rooms.

Enter V-Drums Quiet Design. While they may look like conventional V-Drums, every component is infused with important innovations to make them purposefully quiet. Carefully engineered pads and hardware dramatically reduce the volume of playing noises while sound-absorbing materials isolate all your kinetic drumming energy to prevent its escape into adjoining spaces.


Engineered for quiet performance.

Making V-Drums even quieter has involved painstaking research into sound transmission and construction materials, plus the development of all-new techniques to overcome the problem of drumming noise. Detailed testing in special facilities has revealed that the VQD106 V-Drums Quiet Design kit reduces noise by an astonishing 75 percent compared with a conventional V-Drums kit. The kick and hi-hat are incredibly smooth and quiet, and stick hits on the pads produce in-room sound levels similar to an average conversation.


Ultra-responsive snare and tom pads.

Despite all their advanced noise-reducing features, the snare and toms in the VQD106 kit deliver the great stick feel and natural rebound you expect from top-tier V-Drums pads. The PDQ-8S and PDQ-8 pads are built with a noise-absorbing honeycomb rubber insert covered with a mesh head. Specially placed vents on the underside of the playing surface allow air pressure to dissipate, further reducing noise. The PDQ-8S snare provides independent head and rim triggering, plus a soft rubber covering on the rim for quiet rimshots.


Articulate cymbal pads with natural motion.

The VQD106 kit includes three versatile CYQ-12 cymbal pads with honeycomb rubber, mesh covering, and venting like the snare and tom pads. In addition, plastic parts are isolated with rubber materials to eliminate vibrations. In the crash and ride positions, the CYQ-12 provides independent bow and edge triggers, natural swinging motion, and the ability to mute the cymbal by grabbing it. In the hi-hat position, the pad is paired with the FD-9 control pedal for detailed response and ultra-quiet operation.


Satisfying kick pad and beater.

The KDQ-8 kick pad delivers the satisfying ?thud? every drummer wants?while keeping the sound confined within your headphones. The eight-inch playing surface supports single and double kick pedals and features a dense triple-layer cushion covered in a double-ply mesh material. This is housed in a floating frame to reduce vibration and noise transfer. Four rubber feet provide stability and further isolation, while the included KDB-Q quiet beater has a specially designed round head that minimizes contact noise when striking the playing surface.


Noise-isolating stand and pedal bases.

Our innovative stand and pedal bases complete the V-Drums Quiet Design experience, keeping the remaining clicks, thumps, and vibrations from transferring to the floor and other rooms in your living space. Special hemispherical rubber feet on the stand isolate pad noise, while the dedicated NEQ-K and NEQ-H bases for kick and hi-hat pedals also have special rubber foot designs to keep foot stomps contained. The bases have been newly developed for the V-Drums Quiet Design series, evolving on the design of our popular NE-10 Noise Eater product.



Powerful TD-07 sound module.

The TD-07 is a versatile sound module featuring high-quality acoustic and electronic drum sounds captured in professional studios and powered by advanced V-Drums technology. Personalize every sound by swapping drums, adjusting tunings, adding damping, and using EQ to shape the perfect tone. Use built-in Bluetooth to stream audio from smartphones and tablets directly through the module for seamless jamming or video lessons. And take advantage of USB connectivity to record stereo audio and MIDI in a DAW, trigger computer-based instruments, and integrate with coaching software from Melodics? and their free interactive lessons for V-Drums users.


V-Drums Quiet Design options.

If you already have a V-Drums module and want the benefits of the V-Drums Quiet Design hardware, no problem. The VQD106PADS model offers everything you get with the VQD106 set, minus the module and connection cables. V-Drums Quiet Design components are also available separately, allowing you to expand your kit or upgrade the pads in your current V-Drums setup. The pads are compatible with a variety of V-Drums modules in addition to the TD-07, including the TD-17, TD-27, TD-50X, and V71.



Revolutionary electronic drum kit with ultra-quiet noise performance for home playing
Up to 75 percent reduction in playing noise compared with a conventional V-Drums kit
A complete system with specially engineered pads, pedal bases, and stand
Includes the TD-07 module and connection cables
PDQ-8S snare pad with 8-inch playing surface, 10-inch rim, and independent head/rim triggering
Three PDQ-8 single-trigger tom pads with 8-inch playing surfaces
Two 12-inch CYQ-12 cymbal pads for crash and ride with bow/edge triggering and choke support
CYQ-12 hi-hat pad and low-noise FD-9 hi-hat control pedal
KDQ-8 kick pad with 8-inch playing surface and support for single and double kick pedals
KDB-Q quiet kick beater
Noise-isolating NEQ-K and NEQ-H bases for kick and hi-hat pedals
Integrated Bluetooth lets you wirelessly stream sound from smartphones, tablets, and other Bluetooth devices and send MIDI data to music apps
Advanced built-in metronome with the ability to adjust time signature, note value, and click tone
Onboard Coach function provides interactive tools to build timing skills and track progress
USB for recording audio and MIDI data to computer music software
Free lessons with Melodics? for V-Drums software (macOS and Windows)
Drum throne and kick pedal not included (available separately with the DAP-3X accessory package)
VQD106PADS model available without the module and connection cables

Specifications
Kit configuration (*1)
    Kick: KDQ-8
    Snare: PDQ-8S
    Hi-hat: CYQ-12
    Hi-hat control pedal: FD-9
    Tom: PDQ-8 x 3 *2
    Crash: CYQ-12
    Ride: CYQ-12
    Pedal Base: NEQ-K (for kick pedal), NEQ-H (for Hi-hat pedal)
    Drum stand: Four-post type rack stand
Drum kits
    50 (Preset: over 20)
Instruments
    143
Effect Types
    Pad Equalizer: each pad
    Overhead Mic Simulator
    Room
    Multi-Effects: 1 system, 30 types
Coach functions (5 modes)
    Time check (easy)
    Time check (hard)
    Quiet count
    Auto up/down
    Change-up
Metronome
    Tempo (20--260)
    Rhythm type (5 types)
    Sounds (15 types)
Bluetooth
    Supported standards: Bluetooth Ver 4.2
    Supported profile: A2DP (Audio), GATT (MIDI over Bluetooth Low Energy)
    Codec: SBC (Support to the content protection of the SCMS-T method)
Display
    16 characters x 2 lines LCD (with backlight)
Connectors
    OUTPUT/PHONES jack: Stereo miniature phone type
    MIX IN jack: Stereo miniature phone type
    USB COMPUTER port: USB B type
    TRIGGER INPUT connector: DB-25 type (Kick, Snare, Tom 1, Tom 2, Tom 3, Hi-hat, Crash 1, Crash 2, Ride, Hi-hat control)
USB COMPUTER
    Speed: Hi-speed USB
    Driver mode: Generic, Vender
    Protocol: USB MIDI, USB Audio *3
USB Audio
    Sampling Rate (original): 44.1 kHz
    Sampling Rate (with sampling rate converter): 96 kHz, 48 kHz
    Record: 2 channels
    Playback: 2 channels
Power supply
    AC adaptor (DC 12 V)
Current draw
    250 mA
Accessories
    Setup Guide
    Owner's Manual
    Leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY"
    AC adaptor
    Special connection cable
Options (sold separately)
    Additional crash cymbal (Crash2): CYQ-12, MDY-Standard *4
    Additional pedal base for twin kick pedal: NEQ-K
    Additional beater for twin pedal: KDB-Q
    Personal drum monitor: PM series
    V-Drums accessory package: DAP-3X
    V-Drums mat: TDM series
Size and Weight (including sound module, kick pad, kick pedal and drum throne)
Width
    1,300 mm
    51-3/16 inches
Depth
    1,200 mm
    47-1/4 inches
Height
    1,200 mm
    47-1/4 inches
Weight
    29.8 kg / 65 lbs 12 oz



VIDEOS

Roland VQD106 - The World's Quietest Drum Kit

Roland V-Drums Quiet Design Electronic Drum Set Demo

Roland V -Drums Quiet Design VQD106 - First Look

« Last Edit: October 03, 2024, 09:14:08 AM by Chaser »

Online Hellfire

Re: ROLAND VQD106 V-Drums Quiet Design Kit
« Reply #1 on: October 03, 2024, 09:31:54 AM »
It's hard for me to get excited over this because I was working on tech like this ten years ago. I did experiments with silicone pot holders that had the honeycomb shape to them. I talked to a few people about the idea and everyone looked at me as if I had three eyes.  ::)

10 years later Roland comes up with the same idea (and I'm sure they have a patent on it). Which means nobody can copy it.

Offline Chaser

Re: ROLAND VQD106 V-Drums Quiet Design Kit
« Reply #2 on: October 03, 2024, 11:14:47 AM »

10 years later Roland comes up with the same idea (and I'm sure they have a patent on it). Which means nobody can copy it.

I wouldn't doubt it..

How about the Roland KDB-Q V-Drums Quiet Design Kick Beater



 "KDB-Q quiet beater has a specially designed round head that minimizes contact noise when striking the playing surface."

AKA... Tennis Ball..

more specifically ..a Black tennis Ball with Black Seams..




Only $39.99 at Guitar Center
« Last Edit: October 03, 2024, 11:43:54 AM by Chaser »

Online Hellfire

Re: ROLAND VQD106 V-Drums Quiet Design Kit
« Reply #3 on: October 03, 2024, 12:34:31 PM »

10 years later Roland comes up with the same idea (and I'm sure they have a patent on it). Which means nobody can copy it.

I wouldn't doubt it..

How about the Roland KDB-Q V-Drums Quiet Design Kick Beater

 "KDB-Q quiet beater has a specially designed round head that minimizes contact noise when striking the playing surface."

AKA... Tennis Ball..

more specifically ..a Black tennis Ball with Black Seams..




Only $39.99 at Guitar Center

I noticed that as well. The first company who came up with that idea was KAT and it was called "Silent Strike". I think you can still find them for sale.

Re: ROLAND VQD106 V-Drums Quiet Design Kit
« Reply #4 on: October 04, 2024, 05:49:14 PM »
It's hard for me to get excited over this because I was working on tech like this ten years ago. I did experiments with silicone pot holders that had the honeycomb shape to them. I talked to a few people about the idea and everyone looked at me as if I had three eyes.  ::)

10 years later Roland comes up with the same idea (and I'm sure they have a patent on it). Which means nobody can copy it.

Yes ROLAND have patent for this honeycomb rubber pad: https://patents.google.com/patent/WO2023248898A1/en?q=(~patent%2fJP6114620B2)&sort=new
« Last Edit: October 04, 2024, 05:52:24 PM by Mikevdrums »

Offline Chaser

Re: ROLAND VQD106 V-Drums Quiet Design Kit
« Reply #5 on: October 05, 2024, 12:18:01 PM »
It's hard for me to get excited over this because I was working on tech like this ten years ago. I did experiments with silicone pot holders that had the honeycomb shape to them. I talked to a few people about the idea and everyone looked at me as if I had three eyes.  ::)

10 years later Roland comes up with the same idea (and I'm sure they have a patent on it). Which means nobody can copy it.

Yes ROLAND have patent for this honeycomb rubber pad: https://patents.google.com/patent/WO2023248898A1/en?q=(~patent%2fJP6114620B2)&sort=new

They spent so much effort "Quieting" the trigger that it requires (2) 35mm? Piezos..



Time will tell...The Kit itself is basically a TD-07 with new triggers

We'll see how many are willing to shell out $1,800.00 USD for a Kit with  8" Toms..12" Cymbals..or settle for one of the NITRO Kits and get some Noise eaters for the pedals and add additional pad to the cymbals.


I gave a couple Pintech strike pads to a friend of a friends who's kid was driving him nuts with the "Wack" and said it made it tolerable.
You could probably get/cut some 3-6mm foam with self adhesive these days.
The 10" Cymbals on a large amount of the Alesis Kits came with 27MM Piezos and it would be simple to add thicker pad and solder in new Piezos.
These cymbals are very simple and easy to work on.The Piezo is in a box under the Bow.
« Last Edit: October 05, 2024, 12:37:44 PM by Chaser »

Online Hellfire

Re: ROLAND VQD106 V-Drums Quiet Design Kit
« Reply #6 on: October 05, 2024, 04:49:27 PM »
They spent so much effort "Quieting" the trigger that it requires (2) 35mm? Piezos..

That's no surprise either. Speaking from experience I remember that having rubber (or silicone) under the mesh head has a tendency to dampen the vibration across the head surface. So you get a very focused hit. That's the reason I was looking into FSR tech to put under my version of this. With FSR you would be able to get true position detection without interpretation based on the waveform (which is how Roland does it).

I couldn't find a picture of the silicone pot holder (that had a honeycomb to it as well) version, but I did find pictures of my very first go at it using rubber fingers from a rubber floor mat. These pictures are from 9/6/2013 (eleven years ago!) So longer than a decade ago.  :)  This is of course shown without the mesh head on it. The pics were used as a proof of concept back when I was actually talking to someone in the industry about this. The plan at the time was to use a FSR (Force Sensing Resistor for those that don't know) between the rubber mat and the hardboard. I don't remember if I ever posted these on my old website. Of course I never finished the project as it fizzled out. Holes were meant to be between the fingers but that would have required a custom molded piece. Didn't have the money and I couldn't convince people of the idea to get funding. Oh Well.  ::)

« Last Edit: October 05, 2024, 05:01:27 PM by Hellfire »