Above all, the three elements that combine to raise the collective strength of the V-Drum as an instrument are (1) the interface (V-Pads, V-Cymbals, etc.), (2) sensing (shot strength, position, and drum-interval-detection accuracy), and (3) sound engine (expressiveness of the sounds themselves). Compromises cannot be allowed, because even a slight quality difference in one aspect during the development process will affect the overall balance. Each element relates intimately to the whole and creates balance at a higher level. We took this further by making sure the V-Drum was easy to use from a drummer's perspective. We ended up with an instrument that succeeds in every facet of its design


*Strike position and strike interval detection is only supported on the TD-20/TD-12. The strength of a shot, the striking position, and sound nuances that change based on strike intervals during repeated drumming — these are the important elements that define each drummer's signature. The sound module of the V-Drum contains a dedicated processor with cutting-edge technology to allow these varied and precise aspects of expression to be reproduced faithfully. The realism of dynamic sound changes created by shot strength and striking position, and the smooth sound changes created by repeated drumming such as rolls and flams, are perfectly recreated. Striking strength, striking position, and repeated strike intervals are detected and processed quickly and then output as sound with a high-speed response that is transparent to the drummer. Thanks to this technology, the V-Drum is able to stretch the limit of every drummer's creative potential.