Roland V31 V-Drums Sound Module

Product Information

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 straightforward interface, giving drummers a premium sound experience without the bulk or complexity. And with onboard practice tools, wireless connectivity, and smartphone app integration, you can practice smarter, perform with confidence, and grow your sound options with an ever-expanding range of V-Drums expansion content on Roland Cloud.

Highlights

• Expandable V-Drums sound module powered by the same advanced drum engine as the top-tier V71
• Part of a unified ecosystem with the V71 and V51, offering full cross-compatibility with premium V-Drums expansion content on Roland Cloud
• Multi-sampled sound library created in collaboration with Drum Workshop (DW)
• DW Soundworks software instrument for a seamless transition to computer-based playing (included with Roland Cloud Ultimate membership)
• Wirelessly download V-Drums Instrument Expansions and Kit Packs with the Roland Cloud Connect mobile app
• Six-month Roland Cloud Ultimate membership included
• Large color display, intuitive user interface, and built-in wireless adapter
• EZ Edit controls for fast changes to tuning, muffling, and instrument types
• Deep studio-grade processing tools, including EQs, compressors, reverbs, ambience effects, and more
• Companion V31 Editor software (macOS/Windows) and V-Drums Play app (iOS/Android)*
• Add your own sounds with sample import support
• Dedicated pad input to upgrade your kit with an advanced Roland digital snare, ride, or hi-hat pad
• Multi-pin trigger cable harness and two ¼-inch analog trigger inputs
• Analog mix input for a music playback device or Roland percussion pad
• Integrated coach mode with Phrase Trainer, Stroke Monitor, and other advanced tools
• Includes Drum Pass, an exclusive Roland bundle of 100 free Melodics™ lessons for V-Drums players
• 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

*The V31 Editor and V-Drums Play app will be available in late 2025.

Details

Unified sound and expansion options

The V31 module is part of a unified ecosystem with the V71 and V51, providing full cross-compatibility across V-Drums modules for the first time. Drum with the same core sound library created for the V-Drums 7 Series. And stay inspired with Roland Cloud content for V-Drums, including multi-layered V-Drums Instrument Expansions based on premium DW drum sets.

Flagship audio quality

In developing the V71 module for the acclaimed V-Drums 7 Series, we built an entirely new onboard sound library in collaboration with Drum Workshop (DW), bringing unmatched realism and creative command to V-Drums. The V31 module is equipped with the same internal engine as the V71, giving you the identical sounds and expansion path in a streamlined interface. Crafted from a hand-picked selection of the world’s finest drum sets, these record-ready sounds deliver the detail, punch, and sonic quality found in the most expensive computer collections.

New sounds, on demand

You can freely change the sound set within the V31 module to keep your music fresh. Open the Roland Cloud Connect app on your mobile device to access a growing range of V-Drums Instrument Expansion titles via your wireless network. Then, find the sounds you want, download them directly to the module, and start drumming immediately.

Unrivaled expression

Like top-tier drum sound libraries for computers, the V31 features multi-layer sample playback and round-robin randomization for natural sound with no “machine-gun” effect. Roland’s proprietary behavior modeling adds the finishing touch, refining the sound with smooth, artifact-free transitions for every articulation and over 16,000 variations in dynamic response with our digital pads.

Expand your world

On Roland Cloud, you’ll never run out of fresh inspiration for your drumming journeys. V-Drums Instrument Expansions add all-new drum kits to the module, recorded using the same detailed process as the onboard library. Up to six expansions can be active at once, and you can freely exchange kicks, snares, cymbals, and other components between different kits. We also offer V-Drums Kit Packs created by top drummers and producers, including many titles for playing with spot-on recreations of the kits used in the most influential songs of all time.

Roland Cloud membership included

Purchasing the V31 module or a V-Drums 3 Series kit includes six months of the Roland Cloud Ultimate membership tier, giving you untethered access to V-Drums Instrument Expansions, V-Drums Kit Packs, DW Soundworks, and more. Subscribe after the trial ends and stay up to date with our ever-expanding release roadmap. Or skip membership and keep your favorite selections forever with Lifetime Key purchases.

Editing made simple

The kits within the module come ready to play, allowing you to experience world-class sounds with the turn of a dial. To add a personal touch, press the EZ Edit button to quickly change up kick and snare sounds, adjust pitch and damping, balance drum and cymbal levels, and more. If you want to go even further, dive into the module’s deeper editing tools or use the V31 Editor on your Mac or Windows computer.

Studio-grade processing

The V31 is loaded with pro audio processing tools driven by its powerful DSP engine. Shape each drum in fine detail with EQs and transient processors for each sound layer and EQ and compression for the combined sound. Process the full kit like a studio engineer using vintage and modern multi-effects, reverb, and more. And with convolution-based ambience tools and overhead, room, and kit resonance options, you can produce everything from the upfront realism of the playing position to the immersive atmosphere of nearly any space.

Sample import

Whether you need specific sounds for cover songs or like to add a personal touch with your own samples, the V31 has you covered. Using the module’s sample import function, it’s easy to customize your palette and build any sound you can imagine. Each pad assignment provides three layers that can include any combination of internal sounds or external samples.

Wireless freedom

The V31 features a built-in Roland wireless adapter that links with your network, letting you audition and download sound content directly via the Roland Cloud Connect app on a mobile device. You can update the module wirelessly, making it simple to stay up to date with the latest system software. Bluetooth audio/MIDI is also available, allowing you to jam with songs on your phone, play along with video lessons, and more.

Your personal drumming coach

One of the most loved V-Drums features is the onboard coach mode, which offers an array of fun tools to develop techniques and keep your playing sharp. There’s an advanced metronome and classics such as Time Check and Quiet Count, plus new tools like Phrase Trainer for rhythmic practice, Stroke Monitor for stick control, and Blast Beast for building accuracy and endurance. You also get access to Drum Pass, an exclusive Roland bundle of 100 Melodics™ interactive lessons specially developed for V-Drums players.

Stay focused with V-Drums Play

V-Drums Play is a companion app that allows you to control essential module functions directly from your smartphone, including kit selection, metronome settings, and recording to capture your drumming at any time. Perfect for beginners and acoustic players new to electronic drums, V-Drums Play keeps you focused on what matters most—having fun and improving every day. The V-Drums Play app will be available in late 2025.

Connect and expand

With the V31 module’s multi-pin jack and wiring harness, pad connections are quick, clean, and efficient. There are also two analog trigger inputs for optional crash or trigger pads, plus a dedicated input to upgrade your setup with a high-resolution digital snare, ride, or hi-hat pad used in pro-level V-Drums kits. You also have a stereo output for sound monitoring, a headphone jack for quiet practice, and an analog mix input for a music player or Roland percussion pad.

Multi-channel audio and MIDI

The V31 features an integrated USB audio/MIDI interface for communication with DW Soundworks, the V31 Editor, and other music software. The USB connection makes multitrack recording easy, allowing you to capture up to 30 audio channels in your DAW over a single cable. There’s also a traditional MIDI output for triggering external sounds and sending sync signals to MIDI hardware.

The V31 Editor will be available in late 2025.