V-Drums History
Roland has become the leading electronic-drum maker on the planet. Here's how the magic happened.
The First Electronic Hi-hat Designed Like an Acoustic
Woah! That's what you'll say once you try the new full-motion VH-12 V-Hi-Hat. This breakthrough electronic hi-hat is designed to precisely model the look and feel of its acoustic counterpart...so much so, that it mounts on any acoustic hi-hat stand! The VH-12 is compatible with Roland's TD-20, TD-20X and TD-12 sound modules.
The new V-Hi-Hat uses top and bottom cymbals with full-motion capability for ultra-natural stick/pedal work, and is designed to work with the enhanced dynamics of the TD-20 percussion sound module. The dual-trigger VH-12 can convincingly create a range of hi-hat sounds from open to closed including the half-open position with all of its delicate nuances. By applying pressure to the pedal (even after closing), you can vary the pitch and decay for playing fast and tight articulations - just like an acoustic hi-hat!
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