Roland VQD106PADS V-Drums Quiet Design Electronic Drum Kit (Pads & Hardware Only)
Please Note: This listing is pads and hardware only — no drum module is included. You’ll need to use your own drum brain to get sound.
If you want the ultra-quiet experience of the Roland V-Drums Quiet Design VQD106, but prefer to use your own drum module, this pads-and-hardware-only package is perfect. Offering up to 75% noise reduction compared to conventional V-Drums, this kit delivers whisper-quiet playability without sacrificing realistic response or expressive potential. Ideal for home, apartment, or studio use, the VQD106 allows drummers to customise their setup with any compatible drum brain.
Ultra-Quiet, Expressive Pads
The VQD106’s pads are designed for low-noise operation while maintaining full playing feel:
- PDQ-8S Snare Pad: 8 inch playing surface with 10-inch rim, independent head/rim triggering.
- Three PDQ-8 Single-Trigger Toms: 8 inch playing surfaces, perfect for fills and grooves.
- Two CYQ-12 Cymbal Pads: 12 inch crash and ride with bow/edge triggering and choke support.
- CYQ-12 Hi-Hat Pad: Works with standard hi-hat pedals (low-noise FD-9 base included).
- KDQ-8 Kick Pad: 8 inch playing surface with KDB-Q quiet kick beater, supports single or double pedals.
- Noise-Isolating Bases: NEQ-K and NEQ-H for kick and hi-hat reduce vibration and additional noise.
Even without the module included, these pads are fully compatible with any Roland or third-party electronic drum module, giving you complete freedom to choose your own sound engine.
Pro-Level Hardware
The VQD106 comes with all the professional hardware you need for a stable setup:
- DBS-30 Boom Stand for versatile cymbal placement
- 2× DCS-30 Tom/Cymbal Combo Stands for flexible tom and crash/ride mounting
- PDS-5 Module Stand to hold your preferred drum brain securely
The entire kit is engineered to stay solid during energetic playing while remaining ultra-quiet.
Perfect For Practice & Recording
Even without a module included, the VQD106’s design makes it ideal for practice or integration into a recording setup:
- Ultra-quiet pads let you practise at any time without disturbing others
- Standard connections allow easy integration with any drum module or DAW interface
- Compatible with MIDI, USB, and audio outputs via your chosen module
- Pads maintain realistic rebound, response, and expressive potential
This kit is also compatible with Melodics for V-Drums, coaching apps, and other drum learning software — just connect your preferred module and start playing.
Roland VQD106 Pads & Hardware Features
- Ultra-quiet electronic drum pads for home, apartment, or studio use
- Up to 75% noise reduction compared with conventional V-Drums kits
- PDQ-8S Snare Pad with 8-inch playing surface, 10-inch rim, and head/rim triggering
- Three PDQ-8 Toms with 8-inch playing surfaces
- Two CYQ-12 Cymbals with bow/edge triggering and choke support
- CYQ-12 Hi-Hat Pad with low-noise FD-9 pedal base
- KDQ-8 Kick Pad with 8-inch playing surface and single/double pedal support
- Noise-isolating NEQ-K and NEQ-H pedal bases
- Sturdy, road-ready stands: DBS-30 boom, 2× DCS-30 tom/cymbal combos, and PDS-5 module stand
- Compatible with all Roland and most third-party drum modules
Verdict:
The Roland V-Drums Quiet Design VQD106 (Pads & Hardware Only) gives you the ultimate quiet drumming experience with pro-level pads and hardware. Pair it with your favourite drum module, and you’ve got a fully customisable, ultra-quiet kit that’s perfect for home, apartment, or studio use. Play freely, record confidently, and enjoy the full expressive potential of Roland’s world-class electronic pads.
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