For Immediate Release

ROLAND TD-6SW V-TOUR® SERIES

New Snare, New Hi-Hat, New Stand

Frankfurt, Germany, March 28, 2006 — Roland proudly announces the newest member of its V-Drums® line: the TD-6SW, which succeeds the TD-6SV. The TD-6SW features a new mesh snare pad (PDX-8) with an expanded 10-inch rim design, offering a more comfortable playing feel and quieter response. Also new is an improved, enlarged hi-hat cymbal pad (CY-5) and MDS-6SL drum stand, which has been upgraded with a second horizontal tier of pipes to improve stability and durability. The attractive silver stand is a great match for the TD-6SW.

The core of the TD-6SW kit is the TD-6V Percussion Sound Module, a 64-voice brain that offers over 1,000 of Roland’s best drum/percussion sounds. Dual-trigger tom inputs allow for rim shots on toms. Large, luminous buttons and a cool, blue display make the TD-6V fun and friendly to use.

Drummers will appreciate the TD-6SW’s upright kick drum pad. Its vertical design not only provides a better feel compared to reverse-type kick pads, but also reduces vibration so you get nothing but solid kick sounds. And here’s more good news: The kick pad can accommodate double-bass pedals.

The newly designed CY-5 dual-trigger cymbal pad features a 12-inch playing zone and swing movement for a more natural feel.

For drummers who want to join the V-Drum revolution, this new kit offers unbeatable performance for its price class.

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Roland is a world leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of electronic musical instruments, professional audio equipment, multimedia products, and music accessories. For more information, contact Roland Corporation U.S., 5100 S. Eastern Ave., P.O. Box 910921, Los Angeles, CA 90091-0921, (323) 890-3700 (x3718 - for media use only), www.RolandUS.com.

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