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14" Electronic Hi-hats (2 Pieces) with Digital USB-A Connection Cable and Stand-mounting Hardware - Black

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The Digital Hi-hat Trigger You've Been Waiting For

The latest in Roland's illustrious line of V-Drums digital drum and cymbal triggers is the VH-14D V-Hi-hat. With independent bow/edge sensors and advanced play support, this digital hi-hat trigger gives you the tools you need to create dimension and atmosphere in your tracks just like a "real" set of hi-hats. Mount the VH-14D to your favorite hi-hat stand using the included accessories, and you're fully supported for pumping time, splashing accents, and creating dizzying variations of closed eighths, half-open flourishes, and bombastic full-bore metal washes. Whatever your style, the VH-14D's speed and expression are second to none. Even super-quick EDM hat rolls don't get lost when you're grooving on the VH-14D's soft, quiet 14-inch rubber playing surface. What really impresses us at Sweetwater is the VH-14D's intuitive approach to sound creation. Footing, sticking, and even choking on these hats feels much like the real thing. What's more, the VH-14D's sleek, low-profile design looks totally natural in both hybrid and fully electronic environments. So whether you're incorporating this trigger into your studio TD-50 or VAD stage kit, the Roland V-Drums VH-14D V-Hi-hat delivers the look, feel, and performance you've been waiting for.

Note: The VH-14D's USB-A digital trigger output is compatible with Roland's next-level sound modules, including the TD-27, TD-50, and TD-50X. Contact your Sweetwater Sales Engineer for more information about module and stand compatibility.

Natural hi-hat play style support

  • Open/Closed Play: Acoustic hi-hat cymbals offer infinite variability of sound as you lift your foot off the pedal. Much in the same way, the Roland VH-14D digital hi-hat gives a smooth, continuously variable tone, from focused timekeeping to a sloshy wash and multiple degrees inbetween.
  • Foot/Splash: Pumping time and splashing accents sound and feel great on the VH-14D.
  • Bow/Edge Shot: Certain hi-hat sounds give you a different response based on whether you hit the bow alone or bow and edge together. The VH-14D's dual sensors allow these nuanced variations to be sound and felt.
  • Choke: Just like high-end V-Cymbals, the VH-14D V-Hi-hat has a chokable edge you can grab on to to cut sounds short. You can even play your hats in a choked state by resting your hand on the edge sensor to discover new effects.
The Roland VH-14D mounts to your favorite hi-hat stand (not included).

Roland V-Drums VH-14D V-Hi-hat Controller Features:

  • The latest in Roland's line of V-Drums digital drum and cymbal triggers
  • Digital trigger output jack — compatible only with Roland digital trigger in-equipped sound modules (TD-50/X, TD-27)
  • Speed and expression that are second to none
  • Separate bow and edge triggers supply a dizzying amount of tonal variation
  • Natural footing, sticking, and choking
  • Soft and quiet 14-inch rubber playing surface
  • Mounts to your favorite hi-hat stand
  • Includes connection cable, clamp, 3 types of spacers, cable tie, and drum key
  • Recommended sticks: wood or plastic
  • Recommended brushes: nylon
  • Compatible stand dimensions: 6mm–7mm rod diameter, 11.7mm max plunger base, 19.1mm–28.6mm tube diameter

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Tech Specs

  • Type: Hi-hat Controller
  • Size: 14"
  • Zones: Multiple zones and Functions
  • Outputs: USB (digital trigger)
  • Compatibility: Roland V-Drums
  • Manufacturer Part Number: VH-14D

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Rated 5/5

Finally (Worth the wait)

The wait is finally over….very nice hats. Did the TD50X upgrade (completely worth the $200) to take full advantage of the new sounds and all is good. They are better than the 13's and their larger diameter means less fatigue for us traditional players. It is nice having just one cord to deal with.
Music background: Working drummer 25 plus years.
Rated 5/5

Simply the Best

Now, you might be asking yourself, "Hey me, why would I ever spend this amount of money on a digital hi-hat, when I could buy an entire acoustic drum kit for the same price?" Well, it's all perspective. I've been drumming for over 30 years, and have been playing V-Drums for over 20 years. Do the other hi-hats in the V-Drum line perform? Sure, they do. Is this one the best performing model? Shockingly so. If you're a high end hobbiest, or professional, you shouldn't even balk at the price, this is a game chaning experience in electronic drumming.
Music background: 34 years drumming, piano, guitar, and annoying my close relationships
Rated 5/5

Roland V-Pad VH-14D Digital Hi-hat Controller

Wow- what a difference! This should be with every e-kit! Worth every penny for an upgrade if you do not have one.
Night and day is the difference, Like playing a hi-hat on an acoustic kit!
Rated 5/5

Close as you can get

The obvious complaint is the price come on Roland!
but the digital upgrade is fantastic and after I upgraded my td-27s software I plugged the VH14 in and the set up was easy.
They are really good and very fun to play. I am excited to try recording.
Rated 5/5

They play and sound GREAT !

I upgraded from the expanded TD-10 Roland drum set to the new TD-50 module, PD-140DS snare, CY-18DR Ride cymbal and the VH-14D Hi Hat.
Well worth every penny.
I am a very experienced acoustic drummer with 30+ years.
It is such a pleasure to be able to practice and record without the neighbors or police coming over to not enjoy the decibels.
I can now control that issue better with the electronic drum set without any sacrifice except to the damage of my hearing ( :
Music background: Lots of alternative bands and projects touring all over the world

Simply put, modern electronic music wouldn't exist without Roland. Many of the electronic musicians here at Sweetwater cut our teeth on TR Rhythm machines and fondly remember programming our first TB-303s. We owe a good part of our careers to this amazing and innovative company. It's been fun to watch and grow right alongside Roland, as they've introduced wave after wave of revolutionary keyboards, digital pianos, and more. For example, Roland's V-Drum Kits continuously redefine the possibilities of electronic drums, beginning with SuperNATURAL technology to the latest Prismatic Sound Modeling. We're huge fans, and we'd love to tell you all about them. Whether you want a pocket-sized synth or a cutting-edge video mixer, if Roland makes it, then Sweetwater is 100% behind it.

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