If you'd like to upgrade your electronic drum kit quickly and easily, then the Digital Upgrade Pack by Roland is a great option. It includes the TD-50DP drum module, the CY-18DR digital ride and the PD-140DS V-Pad snare drum. With these additions, you can transform your outdated kit into one with more options to really get your creative juices flowing. The main advantage of this pack is that you won't have to invest in an entirely new kit to take advantage of some of the new features.
The Roland TD-50 Drum Module
Roland's TD-50 drum module is the flagship of the V-Drum series. It was designed with demanding, professional drummers in mind who only want the best of the best. The 'Prismatic Sound Modelling' technology in this module ensures that every detail of your playing is captured and translated accurately by using the best possible samples. Combined with the new-and-improved pads for ride cymbal and snare (not included), the TD-50 module delivers sounds that are so lively and expressive, you'd never dream they came from a fully-electronic drum kit!
The Roland CY-18DR Digital Ride
Roland's V-Drums are extremely popular for a reason. In the world of electronic drum kits, they're top-notch when it comes to playability and quality. Thanks to the velocity-sensitive, dual-zone triggers, the samples sound totally different depending on where you hit the cymbal, on the bow, the bell or the edge. There are three sensors in this cymbal pad alone, which can be used as a ride or a crash. It also has a choke function for muting the cymbal sound. Roland have generously included everything you need to connect this cymbal pad to your module so you can get started right away.
The Roland PD-140DS V-Pad Snare Drum
This digital snare is 14 inches in diameter and 4.3 inches deep. It's equipped with a 3-ply mesh snare pad that keeps the volume level under control. It has eight sensors and produces different sounds depending on where or how you hit the snare; it even responds to brushes!