Roland V31 V-Drums Sound Module

Streamlined Power – The Roland V31 V-Drums Sound Module

The V31 sound module is the core component of the V-Drums 3 Series, delivering the power and expression of Roland’s flagship V71 engine in a compact, accessible format. It combines next-generation response and multi-layered drum and cymbal instruments into a streamlined interface, giving drummers a premium sound experience without the bulk or complexity. And with onboard practice tools, Bluetooth audio, Wi-Fi, and smartphone app integration, you can practice smarter, perform with confidence, and grow your sound options with V-Drums Instrument Expansions and Kit Packs on Roland Cloud.

• Expandable V-Drums sound module powered by the same advanced drum engine as the top-tier V71
• Multi-sampled onboard sound library created in collaboration with DW
• Part of a unified ecosystem with the V71 and V51, offering full cross-compatibility with V-Drums Instrument Expansions and Kit Packs
• Quick edit controls for fast changes to tuning, muffling, and instrument types
• Multi-pin trigger cable harness and two ¼-inch analog trigger inputs
• Dedicated pad input for an advanced Roland digital snare, ride, or hi-hat pad
• Stereo audio output and MIDI out
• Analog mix input for a music playback device or Roland percussion pad
• Integrated coach mode with a phrase trainer, stroke monitor, and other advanced tools, plus exclusive Melodics content for V-Drums players
• Dedicated space on the panel to store drumsticks when not in use
• USB-C multi-channel audio and MIDI connectivity for seamless integration with DAWs and software-based instruments
• Bluetooth audio for streaming music and backing tracks from a mobile device
• Audio recording and song playback via SD media
• Wireless support and smartphone app integration for expansion management and control of key module features
• Expand your creative options with an ever-growing range of sound content on Roland Cloud, including multi-layered V-Drums Instrument Expansions based on premium DW drum sets

SPECIFICATIONS

Drum Kits

• 200 (Preset: More than 70)

Instruments

• More than 1,000

Effect Types

• Layer Transient: each layer
• Layer Equalizer: each layer
• Pad Equalizer: each pad (by head and rim)
• Pad Compressor: each pad (head and rim common)
• Overhead Mic Simulator
• Room/Reverb/Kit Resonance
• Bus Effect: 4 systems (two can be used simultaneously per system/with side chain function), 94 types
• Bus Reverb
• Master Compressor
• Master Equalizer

User Sample Import

• Number of User Sample: Maximum 500 (includes factory preloaded user samples)
• Sound Length (total): 24 minutes in mono, 12 minutes in stereo
• File formats that can be loaded: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16/24 bits)

Song Player (SD Card)

• Audio File: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16/24 bits), MP3

Recorder

• Recording Method: Realtime
• Maximum Note Storage: approx. 40,000 notes
• Export File Format: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16 bits), SMF
• or
• Recording Method: Realtime
• Maximum length: 60 min (temporary recording: 1 min) (*1)
• File format: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16 bits)

Display

• Graphic color LCD 4.3 inch

External Memory

• SD card (SDHC supported)

Connectors

• TRIGGER INPUT connector × 1: DB-25 type (Kick, Snare, Tom1, Tom2, Tom3, Hi-hat, Crash1, Ride, Ride Bell, Hi-Hat Control) (Exclusion use with digital pad)
• TRIGGER IN jack × 2: 1/4-inch TRS phone type (CRASH 2, AUX/TOM 4)
• DIGITAL TRIGGER IN port × 1: USB A
• MASTER OUT jacks (L/MONO, R): 1/4-inch phone type, unbalanced
• PHONES jack × 1: Stereo miniature phone type
• MIX IN jack × 1: Stereo miniature phone type
• MIDI OUT connector
• USB COMPUTER port: USB Type-C (Class Compliant for Audio and MIDI/ Roland driver for Audio and MIDI)
• DC IN jack

Number of USB Audio Record/Playback Channels

• Vendor Mode:
  • Sampling Rate (Original): 44.1 kHz
  • Sampling Rate (with Sampling rate converter): 96 kHz, 48 kHz
  • Record: 30 channels
  • Playback: 32 channels
• Generic Mode:
  • Sampling Rate (Original): 44.1 kHz
  • Record: 2 channels
  • Playback: 2 channels

Power Supply

• AC adaptor

Current Draw

• 1,100 mA

Power Consumption (Off Mode)

• 0.24 W

Dimensions

• 316 (W) × 246 (D) × 97 (H) mm
• 12-1/2 (W) × 9-11/16 (D) × 3-7/8 (H) inches

Weight

• 2.2 kg / 4 lbs 14 oz

Accessories

• Quick Start
• Roland Cloud Connect Setup Guide
• AC adaptor (PSB-7U)
• Special connection cable
• Sound module mounting plate set
• Leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY"

Options (Sold Separately)

• Pad: PD series, PDX series, PDQ series, BT-1
• Cymbal: CY series, CYQ series
• Kick: KD series, KDQ series, KT series
• Hi-Hat: VH series
• Hi-Hat Control Pedal: FD series
• Acoustic Drum Trigger: RT series
• Personal Drum Monitor: PM series
• V-Drums Accessory Package: DAP-3X
• V-Drums Mat: TDM series
• Noise Eater: NE series

Notes

• (*1) Song recording is required SD card. The case of no inserted is capable to record the temporary recording approximately 1 minutes.

Manufacturer: Roland
Model: V31
SKU: I849045-N-2-WHXB
UPC: 761294521106

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