ROLAND TD-1K Electronic Drums

Roland V-Drums are the most popular electronic drums in the world for one main reason: they are the best. They combine top sound quality, authentic playing feel, and exceptional durability, where every sound set in the V-Drums line performs at the highest level, all thanks to over thirty years of tradition in developing electronic drums. The compact TD-1K is no different, delivering acclaimed V-Drums quality in a compact kit that grows with your playing development.

Ideal for anyone who wants to enjoy drums at home, the TD-1K offers a wide selection of drum sounds for playing any musical style, and also provides a lot of fun with on-board practice and recording tools that help in training and checking progress. As a Roland TD-1K owner, you not only start an exciting musical journey—you also join the V-Drums family, a group of extraordinary performers that includes the best drummers and percussionists from around the world.

Standard Features:

• Acclaimed V-Drums sound and performance in an entry-level set
• Enjoy playing drums in any musical style with 15 drum sound kits
• Supports essential acoustic drum playing techniques, including cymbal choking, advanced hi-hat playing, and more
• Develop your playing level with on-board training functions, with metronome and recorder
• Practice along with on-board audio tracks or your own backing tracks played from a smartphone or player connected to the Mix In jack
• Beater-less bass drum pedal ensures low noise levels, preventing disturbance to neighbors while playing, an ideal solution for home
• Compact, ergonomic construction and stylish design fitting any room in the house
• Durable drum rack with quick and easy height adjustment for every drummer, from children to adults
• Many kit upgrade options to expand performance possibilities, including OP-TD1C for an additional crash cymbal, KT-10 or KD-9 for the bass drum pedal, and others
• USB-MIDI for using the TD-1K with DT-1 Drum Tutor, V-Drums Friend Jam series, and other popular computer software
• Intuitive user interface ensures easy operation

15 DRUM KITS FOR PLAYING ANY MUSICAL STYLE

An acoustic drum set must be set up for playing a specific musical style, so you are stuck with one type of sound. But not with the TD-1K kit – it features 15 different drum kits, so you can play any type of music at the touch of a button, from rock and blues to jazz, world music, electronic dance music, and more. In one practice session, you can play heavy rock with a bass-boosted sound, then quickly change drum kits to replicate the sound of your favorite band. Each drum kit responds like the emulated acoustic or electronic kit, providing a vast variety of options in one compact and standalone instrument.

DEVELOP ORIGINAL TECHNIQUES WITH SENSITIVE PADS AND CYMBALS

Some drummers avoid electronic drums; they worry they won't play on them like their acoustic counterparts. With the Roland TD-1K, there's no need to worry – it fully supports essential acoustic drum playing techniques, which is especially important for beginners to learn to play correctly. Each drum sound offers a natural tone and wide dynamic range, and the pads provide natural expression. Unlike other entry-level sets, the TD-1K cymbals feature advanced expressiveness available in all TD-series V-Drums kits, including bow and edge sounds and support for cymbal choking. The HI-HAT cymbal reacts to footwork nuances, maintaining the character of the drummer's technique. Great playing depends on feel, and that is what the TD-1K is for.

STAY MOTIVATED WITH BUILT-IN TRAINING FUNCTIONS, AND LEARNING WILL BE A PLEASURE

The TD-1K set is programmed with a wealth of fun, encouraging learning functions, whether you are learning on your own, practicing with an instructor, or simply wanting to increase your skills. Think of this set as your own live teacher and personal backing band, filled with many functions that develop technique, increase motivation, and help you make the most of your practice time. Play with the built-in metronome to practice timing and use the COACH function to practice tempo, stamina, and accuracy. Prepare to play in your first band by playing along with accompaniment songs in the sound module, or connect a smartphone or player via the [MIX IN] jack and play along with your favorite tracks. The recording function provides instant verification of progress, as well as quick capturing and playback of new fills or style creation.

PRACTICE AT HOME WITH HEADPHONES AND A VERY QUIET BEATER-LESS BASS DRUM

Traditional acoustic drums are very noisy. Playing them is a joy for the player, but it can be a problem for the surroundings! Quieter operation is a primary advantage of electronic drums, and the Roland TD-1K set is particularly quiet, thanks to the sound module being equipped with a headphone jack and the noise-reducing design of the snare, tom, and cymbal pads. Many electronic drum sets annoy neighbors with the impact of the bass drum beater, whereas the TD-1K reduces volume with a special beater-less bass drum pedal design. Optional NE-10 devices can be used under the bass drum and HI-HAT pedals to further reduce noise transmission to rooms below.

FITTED TO THE PRACTICE SPACE AND PLAYING STYLE

Inviting a large acoustic drum set into the home is a big deal. Do you lose a spare room upstairs or try to squeeze it into the living room? The small TD-1K set is much more practical, fitting even into the smallest living rooms thanks to a stylish, modern look that allows life to go on around it. For greater functionality, the strong, ergonomic rack can be easily adjusted, setting the pads to fit everyone from children to adults. Furthermore, it is possible to precisely set the height of individual cymbal pads and the angle of the snare pad for comfortable playing. The TD-1K set is ideal for students, but it is also a great solution for an experienced drummer needing a home practice set for warming up backstage.

A DRUM KIT THAT EVOLVES WITH THE PLAYING

If playing skills grow, you don't want the drum kit to be a limiting factor. The Roland TD-1K set can develop along with the drummer, thanks to many additional options enabling kit expansion. With an additional OP-TD1C pad, you can have an extra cymbal or replace the standard bass drum pedal with a KT-10 or KD-9 pedal used in more advanced Roland V-Drums. With other additional accessories, including the NE-10 noise eater, the TDM-3 mat, and the PM-03 personal monitor, the TD-1K set is an evolutionary electronic kit.

RECORD SOUND TO THE COMPUTER USING A SINGLE STANDARD USB CABLE

The TD-1K set is not just about the pleasure of playing itself – it's also a great way to create music on a computer. The set includes a USB-MIDI interface, facilitating communication with computer music software via a USB cable, without the need for additional devices. Perhaps you will send data to a computer recording program, capturing the live feel of playing your latest piece. Or maybe you will use applications from Roland's free V-Drums Friend Jam series, offering various training possibilities and the chance to compete with V-Drums users from across the planet. Deeper education is provided by the powerful DT-1 V-Drums Tutor, offering a friendly, dynamic platform for learning music notation and basic drum techniques. Whichever application you choose, the TD-1K is a drum set that allows you to do many things.

SIMPLE OPERATION ENABLES STARTING TO PLAY IN MINUTES

If you think electronic drums are complicated, think again – operating the TD-1K set is as simple as its appearance. Thanks to a clear layout, the control panel provides quick and convenient access to all functions, and information is visible at a glance on the LED display and the flashing metronome tempo indicator.