All-in-one Roland HD-1 drumkit creates new product category.

ROLAND'S V-DRUMS are the most popular electronic drums in the world, but not everyone has the room or budget for a full V-Drums kit. The company's new HD-1 V-Drums Lite kit was forged from the same technology as its predecessors, but it's much simpler to use--and a lot easier on your customers' wallets.

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With Roland's legendary V-Drum know-how at the core, the HD-1 is ideal for beginners, hobbyists, and project studios, as well as for parents, since the volume level can be completely controlled via volume knob and/or headphones.

The HD-1 is equipped with an external input for connecting CD-piayers, iPods, and the like. The player can jam along with his favorite songs and control the blend of the recorded music with his live drumming through headphones or an amplifier. Additionally, the HD-1 is equipped with a MIDI out for sound expansion and sequencing capabilities.

The HD-1 promotes musical expression and enjoyment in the home. Used along with other popular instruments such as Roland's digital pianos, the HD-1 will serve as the nucleus for family fun and musical enrichment.

The new HD-1 is incredibly quiet, thanks to the newly designed beaterless kick pedal, cushioned tom pads, and snare head. It's also conveniently compact and stylish enough for use in a home, school, studio, office, etc.--and at $999 (MSRP), it's priced for the masses. Most of the HD-1's components are mounted on one stand for easy setup and transport.

The HD-1 ships with a DVD setup guide and basic drum instruction from famed drummer Johnny Rabb.

For a complete package, the HD-a PAK includes everything needed to start drumming including the HD-1 set, PM-01 monitor, and DAP-1 accessory pack featuring sticks, throne, earbuds, and mini-to-mini cable to connect an mp3 player to the HD-1's mix input.

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