For Immediate Release

ROLAND SHIPS TD-4SX V-DRUMS KIT

Popular V-Drums V-Compact Series Now Has Full Mesh Head Option

Los Angeles, CA, November 5, 2009 — Roland announces general availability of the V-Drums® V-Compact® Series TD-4SX (www.rolandus.com/products/td-4sx), the companion kit to the popular TD-4S and the most affordable all mesh head V-Drums kit to date.

The versatile TD-4SX features Roland’s patented multi-layer mesh heads for the snare and toms, providing the incredibly dynamic feel for which Roland V-Drums are famous. With PDX-8 mesh pads for the snare, and floor tom and new smaller PDX-6 mesh pads for the high-toms, the TD-4SX provides a natural feel and superior expressiveness for performance or practice. It is also expandable with an optional V-Pad™ or V-Cymbal® .

The TD-4SX includes the TD-4 Percussion Sound Module, which features quality drum and percussion sounds that can be easily edited with tuning and muffling, allowing the user to quickly customize their kits. New ambience effects that are optimized for drums have been added for a more expressive performance.  The Rhythm Coach® and Quick Record functions are ideal for effective practice, providing feedback for rapid improvement. The MDS-4 drum stand allows flexible and solid positioning of the pads and places the TD-4 module in the center for easy access.

The TD-4SX is now shipping with an MSRP of $1,839.00.

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