I just watched this vid for the second time in five days. I've finalized my decision three times now. I think I'm done, though. I've spent more time researching v-drums than I have researching my children's names.
@@65Drums You're really good at breaking this stuff down. Concise. I'm grateful for your perspective and how you always remind the viewer these are just your opinions and for us to make our own choice. You're doing a good service out here, brotha! ✌
I just bought a TD17 kvx and I’m in heaven. I’m pretty much like a young kid getting ready for Halloween. It’s my first E kit after playing acoustic kits for decades. I currently play a DW Collectors 5 piece. This Roland kit is so freaking wonderful and mostly I just LOVE how I can literally play anytime without bothering anyone. Thx for your video. It helped me make the purchase 😊
Thanks Justin! I've been watching your reviews for a year now, waiting, researching, watching videos and I literally had a TD25 in my shopping cart, ready to pull the trigger. Then you dropped the ATV video which mentioned that Roland was getting ready to introduce their new line, so I waited, and as soon as you reviewed the TD17kvx, I bought it. I LOVE IT! Thanks for your great reviews, knowledge and info!
I just bought a 17KVX. Loving every moment with it. Great to practice at home before jumping on my acoustic kit. I might even take it out once or twice for some sets too! This video really helped sway my decision. Thank you very much!
I was committed on getting Alesis strike today when the sales guy told me they had the Roland Td- 17kvx and its 15% of. I didn’t know which is better set but i chose the Roland and boy i couldn’t be happier especially watching your review!!
Just got mine this week. Waiting on the Roland noise eater kick drum pedal and hi hat stand. Can’t wait to get everything set up. Congrats on your set btw!
I’ve been waiting for this review thank you justin for the video I also got a chance to play the. Td17 today and I’ve got to say the pads are great cymbals are very durable and that kick pad feels great I honestly think they put some kind of memory foam in there and your right justin doesn’t move so I’m definitely sold on it, it’s my next buy.
Really good review! I'm recently stuck with the sound of TD17 cause people have different comments on it. Kind of relief after watching your video , as the sound doesn't feel too bad for me. Love your words!
I’ve had my set for 6 weeks just playing and very much enjoying them..I finally got around to the ambiance and EQ settings...and OMG.. IT HAS JUST amazing all over again..anyone having trouble with the Ride bell it can be TURNED UP BIG TIME THRU THE sensitivity settings and EQing the td17 kvx is very sturdy and I definitely recommend this set...I have Appox 36 years experience and played all over USA back in the 90s during the country line dance days craze...Buy this set and you will not be disappointed and go all in get the KVX Modle.....Jim Hammond Louisiana 🇺🇸🇺🇸🥁🥁
i'll be interning in Roland soon, so i'm checking your videos to find pros and cons for Roland products and all infos of their competitors, thanks Justin!
Thanks for your top review! Went to our local drum shop, had a bash on a few kits and ordered the KVX. Can't wait to unbox it :) Keep up the great work!
I've yet to hear a snare rimshot. For example, what does the Maple SR sound like when assigned to the rim? Can you do this? I don't know why nobody is demonstrating this. I still use rimshot sounds on my TD-9 and am thinking of upgrading to this kit but I'd like to see the snare rimshot. I tried messing around with it today at GC but the "SR" didn't sound right.
Great video! Your illustration highlighted areas of concern in contrast to other makes and models. Mine is on back order with a expected delivery date as of 11/7/18. Thank you for being a real Pro. You know your stuff dude!!!
Love this kit. Had a chance to sample it at my local music store and it sounded great and had a really great feel. I will be buying this kit (TD17-KVX) as my first intro into electronic drums.
I appreciate all of your insight and what you’re putting out there for dummies like me! I just bought the TD17-KVX-S and I love it. The bass drum is perfectly fine, so far it is not rocking back and forth, seems solid. I am a newbie to electronic drums and can’t wait to keep learning. Thanks again for what you do!! 👍🏻.
I have 36 years drumming experience...I purchased my td17 I’ve 6 weeks ago and I really impressed..very stable very good sounds and I. Would Recommend the kvx ....Jim. Hammond Louisiana..👍👍👏👏✌️🇺🇸
Great review. Really enjoying your channel. I have an old TD4 that I am using and was thinking of finally upgrading. I am curious your thoughts on buying another electric kit like the td17kvx or going the acoustic route and using some mesh pads to quote it down for neighbors sake. Do you fell the td17 does a good job of replicating an acoustic set?
Thanks for the info, i was honestly about to buy the strike pro. After a lot of thinking i just purchased the roland tdkvx. Have not got it yet but im sure i will like it. Thanks
What a Great Kit! 👍 Hey Justin, that fill you're playing at 6:46 sounds like a beat from the band Triumph the song is "Allied Forces" from the Allied Forces Album.
Hi, I just bought a TD-17 KVX this is my first e-drum kit and I am in love with it. Are you using the PM-100 or the PM-200? Can you make a review about these two monitors? The difference between them, etc... Tks and congrats for the channel.
Just bought one, awaiting arrival in the next few days. From reviews I've seen and read I had to put the roland on top of the alesis. Let's hope the research goes well. Great videos btw, really insightful.
Love your videos! Thanks for this review. Have a question, I hope you can recommend something. I have a Roland TD-11K and it would be great to upgrade to TD-17KVX at some point. Do you think I can replace the parts step by step? You know, when I have some money. Do you have a recommended upgrade path? Thanks in advance!
Thanks for putting the comparison between the 3. Wasn't expecting this in this video so maybe add it to the title for more views :) I'm like you wanted reliable equipment and maybe I can get the sounds of the Strike Pro sampled from someone in the future or make my own then I'm just missing that nice drum presence only that you get with the strike but for my case, I prefer stability overall and this is like $1000 cheaper too for me in Canada which is a big difference in price.
i think i might have to get the td 17 kvx.. you have convinced me with the demonstrations.. AND the durability reputation kinda is hook line and sinker
Hi Justin, great content have subscribed and learned a lot from your videos! The module sounds great. I saw this today in a shop but have to admit I find the size of the rack frustrating. It's too small/low to get a good posture for me. Is the kvx frame/rack bigger?
Thanks so much for the detailed overview and your thoughts! Have you played the TD12 much, and how would an old midrange module like that one (I used to own it, and kind of regret getting rid of it) compare to the the sounds of the TD17? I'm trying to decide between an old used TD12, or a new TD17KVX. There's also a TD12 kit with a TD20 module that I've seen listed used locally.
Great review and comparison. I like the upgrades a lot, and at a very similar price to the TD11 series, it’s kind of a no brainer. Definitely worth the investment. UPDATE: KVX set ordered!
I've had the td-17kvx for about 3-4 years. Other than one crash cymbal needing replacing, it's been great. Replaced the cy-12c with the newer cy-12c-t. $200. Just updated the module with v2 and the customability is crazy detailed.
Your review put me over the top to get the Roland 17KVX. I have had it now about 10 months and it's incredible. I haven't even scratched the surface of all the sound adjustments. Tweaked the acoustic sound a little and have been happy since. I am looking at potentially adding another cymbal with the extra input.
I’m definitely grabbing this kit in a couple weeks, I’m not mad at the sounds but tbh I’m mostly going to use it for recording and use it to trigger sounds from Superior Drummer and maybe a little lite jamming with a couple of friends, great video and great playing btw.
Hey Justin; great review, thank you for showing how the hi hat sounds, gradually opening and closing. Haven't seen that demonstrated yet until now on the td17. Also I love the fact that their layering now, ( that used to be called velocity switching ), but what got my attention about Roland a few years back was that positional sensing on the snare drum, which sounded very musical compared to most electronic drums, so I guess there's always a trade-off. And I think all the cymbals need bells, Which would make it a better midi controller I think. One other thing about the sound of Roland drums is that there isn't enough pitch bend from velocity. But overall better bang for buck, and that we can almost afford them now. These are my humble thoughts. Thanks for asking
I recently (2 months ago) purchased the TD-17kvx. I used to work in a music store part time and was always impressed that with all of the “shenanigans” that our demo kits were dealt the Roland TD kits always worked. The pads never broke. That’s why I went with the Roland kit. The sounds in the module are acceptable. I HATE the rack that comes with it. It is ergonomically impossible. I used the parts and built my own rack with 1.5 inch aluminum rigid conduit that I had powder coated. Around $200 total cost. I MIDI the module to my laptop running Steven Slate 5 and now I have everything I want. I’ve played gigs with that setup and everyone comments on how great it sounds. Not “why electronic?” It sounds awesome, and I can fit it in my Volkswagen Golf. Can’t go wrong.
I played the Strike in a music shop, and I was so close to buying it, but I've gone for this instead due to the breaking issues. I am fully satisfied with this. I'm what you'd call a hobbyist, I am not going to be releasing records for sale or playing live... and this is absolutely what I want in a kit. Works perfect out of the box, expandable with an extra pad, way better than my 10 year old Yamaha DTXplorer. For years I wanted more pads, the ability to split, the ability to choke, and a more quiet kit (achieved via the mesh heads) I've been enjoying the bluetooth and playing along to songs, and the cymbals feel more easily chokeable than the strike and more sensitive out of the box. Also, no issues with the hats. The strike in the music shop hadn't had the updates or been dialed in though... but like I say, for the kind of person who would prefer it perfect out of the box, the KVX suits me just fine. Shame the strike is so large and so beautiful, it is damn tempting, but man I'd just be terrified of breaking something that expensive. On the plus sides for this as well, no load times at all. It is instant.
Good call, I have an Alesis DM10X and I've gone thru 2 kick pads, had to ditch a floor Tom pad for the snare cuz it wore it completely. My 3 zone ride lost its bell function. I could go on and on
Derek Frampton yeah, on my first drum set ever (alesis nitro) the triggers got all messed up after a month of playing ( when i hit my snare my ride would trigger and so on) and that happened with ALL the triggers
I also have the Alesis DM10X. Hi-hat open/close does not work that well. My snare pad is already broken in half. Had to buy also a snare stand, as it does not stay in position ... I'm very curious to this Roland kit
I bought the KVX17 and managed to create a great snare sound using sampling mixing a piccolo and a imported Slingerland, you have to fiddle around for a rim shot (Buddy Rich style) but you can get close,the blue tooth recording facility is great. I have the kit running through a 150 w combo with EQ and reverb plus multi headphone amp love them!
I really wanted an E-kit and did not feel like getting the top tier Roland’s so I got these TD-17KVXs and I absolutely love them. There is a lot that you can do with them, and they are a ton of fun to play on because you can literally play anything that’s a drum on them. The pads are very responsive, the CY-12C cymbal pads feel nice and weighty and it just plays very nicely. The pros far outweigh the cons which were covered well here.
I just got a chance to sit down and play this drum set at my local Sam Ash. I don't know how I missed this drum set, but maybe I just overlooked it, but I played it and WOW!!!! I was so impressed with the drum sounds. The first set I played blew me away; the snare sound, the TOMS!!!, and the cymbals all hit the right balance (IMHO). Now, I've been pretty peeved at Roland over the years, for what I felt were only incremental improvements of their sounds, and as you states, that's very subjective, but I'd just like to say, I applaud Roland for the TD17 endeavor as far as the sounds included on the module; well done Roland. Also, I want to thank all of Roland's competitors...because without you, it might have been another 10 years before Roland started making me happy again. LOL!
Big help...I’m saving now only 250 dollars short...God Willing I will be ordering my set next 10 days ..thank you for all you do.....Jim Hammond Louisiana 🇺🇸
The TD 17KVX is a solid kit at a price point I can accept. I had a used Alesis kit for a month and the cymbals would cut out. It wasn't a good experience for me as I am new to edrums, played acoustic for years. After I returned the Alesis DM10 Mesh kit, I had no idea what new kit I wanted to buy. The Roland models that seemed attractive to me were 2,000 bucks or more and I want to spend around 1,000 to 2,000. At 1,600 dollars for the TD 17KVX, its a solid kit at a price point I can certainly accept. Bluetooth capability and that 12 inch snare is quite impressive. I just wish Roland would compete with Alesis and make larger toms but maybe that will happen in a year or two. I am thinking I will be getting this model. I appreciate this channel, it has helped me understand edrums since I have never shown any interest for them in the past. Keep up the good work!
Im getting one, i got to say ive watched at least 15 of your drum videos. ive decided on the TD17KVX. it would be a sell out if it came with stand and kick pedal.. thanks for your show and tell justin!!!!!
Nice work, Love the price point!! I agree Roland has better Hi-Hat control.... and reliablility I have the CY13R I purchased on used on ebay 2 years ago it's still working great, the bell does take a little harder hit to make trigger.
Hey Justin, I just purchased the Roland TD-11k a year ago. How much of an improvement is the TD-17KL over the TD-11k? Thanks, I appreciate all of your helpful videos!
I was going to go for the KV but I think I’ve been convinced to go for the KVX! I’ve seen a lot of reviews where people say the moving hi hat is a game changer and the extra cymbal is a bonus for me as well! Honestly, if Alesis didn’t have durability issues, I’d buy one of their mesh kits because they look absolutely amazing. There’s a song I love to play on my Alesis DM6, but it sounds absolutely awful because of all the issues, and now the kick drum wires have come loose yet again 😂 I can’t wait to play it on a better kit!
I've had this for four months. I will say mine is a Franken drum kit with roland td 3 plus extra and extra cymbal...must say great for apartment. Roland quality. My kit is 11 pieces with zoning. Fun stuff with two kick drums that I have td 3 kick as a percussion instrument.
Hi Justin, Thank you very much for a great review. Can you confirm then that, in your opinion, you think that the 17KVX is worth the extra money over the 17KV (not the -L, the other one with Bluetooth) because of the better symbols, and despite the fact that you have to have your own hi-hat stand and base drum pedal? In a few of the stores I've looked at, you've also had to buy the rack separately as well, is that unusual? Also, does the hi-hat work with any hi-hat stand? I'll be sure to go and test the kits out for myself as well, but if the answer is yes the 17KVX is worth it, I think I'll be saving a bit more and going for it. I plan to have the kit for a long time, and it will be a MASSIVE improvement on my Alesis dm10... Thanks for your help! Cheers, Ryan
Hey Justin I like your show and I always enjoy when you post new videos but I have a question I found out that the Roland TD 25 found out that you can put Roland TD 30 module on the TD 25 I do that apply for the new kid that just came out with can you also put put that on the new kit that’s out now as one of the five kids that just came out can you find out that for me I would sure appreciate it thanks a lot
@65 drums Would it be possible for you to do a comparison between the Roland 13" and 15" ride cymbals? Playability, how the bell response compares when used with the TD-17 module, etc.
I bought the 17KVXV for our church band. Works great. I played the Alesis floor model. It was in bad shape.. Still working on the right tom sounds with the Roland.
Hey Justin, i'm willing to buy the TD17KVX this week-end. I really want to know if there is a possibility adding more components (more toms and symbals etc...) on this kit ?
I've been watching your various videos as I decide what direction I want to go in upgrading / replacing my old electronic drums. (I say "old", but they are all new items that I bought years ago on closeout, but wound up putting in storage and haven't used yet: Roland TD-3 brain, PDX-8 pad, PD-9 pad, KD-8 pad, 4 x Pintech Concertcast pads, Zildjian Gen 16 version 1 set with pickups and module (13", 14", 18"), added 16" crash, 4 newer pickups, and just received 20" BB ride). I'm currently trying to find time to finish setting it up while still on vacation (if my wife will ever stop assigning Honey-dos.) :-) . I've thought about replacing the TM-3 with the TD-17 brain, and then later changing out the pads or adding triggers to one of my acoustic sets. Too bad Roland doesn't have an option that you can buy one of their kits without the drum module. For grins, I added up what all the drum and cymbal pads would cost new if I bought them separately from a store like Sweetwater. Not including mounts and cables (except for the PDX-8 pads since you can buy them together), it will cost me $1000 more to buy everything separate than to buy the whole kit as a unit! So my first step is to set up and try out what I already have, then decide what direction to go also based on what comes out in the upcoming 2020 NAMM show.
We had this one listed as the one to buy some years ago but a Yamaha Motif xf came up so we bought that. This is still on the list and is the next purchase.
Hey Justin, I got my td 11kv not long ago and im already have my eyes on the TD17KVX, do you think its worth the upgrade if have the money to spend on it or should i wait to see what the competitors comes up with?
Vdrum Tips Yeah, I had been wanting to save up for the strike pro for the longest time, but then I saw this for nearly a grand cheaper it has just about as many pads (-1 crash and 1 Tom) and is just a solid drum kit. Saving for this rn!
I kinda agree, but at the same time, I kinda don't. Like, the durability issues is a problem I know. But I would PROBLABLY take the Alesis strike pro over the td-17kvx. Just because I don't like the sizes and sound. (Exept for the snare).
This might be a dumb question but are electronic kits better than Acoustic kits in your opinion? Can anyone weigh in on this. I'm a pretty strong drummer and have been playing for quite a while. I have only played on Acoustic sets my entire life and I know for $1000 I can get a very nice Yamaha acoustic set and then buy cymbals and come out around the same price as this td-17KVX. My biggest concern is durability. With acoustic sets you can just replace heads in 20 minutes for a very inexpensive price and be done. I've never broken anything significant on an Acoustic kit in my life. The one big downside is my neighbors wanting to kill me due to the noise. Apartments are horrible for Acoustic drums. Thanks in advance for anybody's opinion.
Roger U I’m hardly an expert, but personally I would always choose an acoustic kit over electronic kit. The only reason to get an electric kit (for me) is because it allows me to practice as much as I want without having to worry about noise complaints and shit.
Hey Justin, I wonder what is your opinion with drum-tec Live Sound Edition - the optimized TD 17 module sounds (extra kits and snare sounds) . They also offer optimized sounds for other Roland E-drums models. Are they worth extra money ?
Question for you Justin. Roland TD12 KV or the Roland TD-17 KVX. Our church is using the older TD-12 but it now is starting to fall apart. Need new VH-11, KD-85 and the TD-12 has issues, mix in jack and headphone jack non functional, and there may be more issues. Anyway, Does the TD-17 offer interval control like the TD-12? The TD-12 for its age worked well for us, I spent many hours tweeking it for out PA system. But recently a factory reset was done and wiped out my custom kits. In your opinion, should we just get the TD-12 fixed out get a new TD-17 module, hi hat, and KD-10 and use out existing pads? Whats your thought on this. My pastor has given me a $1500 budget. Thanks.
When I first saw these kits announced my first thought was "I should replace my snare and floor Tom on my td4 with those 12" pads and use my current 8" mesh snare pad as the hightom" but then I started looking at the vh10 too and that's pretty tempting, and then the 3 zone ride... By the time I buy all of those I'd be only like £100-200 away from a brand new kit, and you've just sold me on it. I use kontact over midi for sounds so the module itself isn't super important to me, but that kind of upgrade for only a little more than I'd be spending anyway, seems silly not to.
Pretty soon we will be like "Hey have you seen the Roland TD97KVXHWXYZBB8123?
lol and also true
You forgot the "-s" version.
BB8 you say star wars will copy right you soon
Ah the Roland TD97KVXHWXYZBB8123 is outdated, its now the Roland TD97KVXHWXYZBB81234
I just watched this vid for the second time in five days. I've finalized my decision three times now. I think I'm done, though.
I've spent more time researching v-drums than I have researching my children's names.
I know the feeling Joe, it's a tough decision
@@65Drums You're really good at breaking this stuff down. Concise. I'm grateful for your perspective and how you always remind the viewer these are just your opinions and for us to make our own choice. You're doing a good service out here, brotha! ✌
haha, know the feeling
Hey Joe, what kit did you end up going with and how do you feel now that you've owned the kit for sometime?
I'm in this same boat at the moment. Leaning towards this kit.
I just bought a TD17 kvx and I’m in heaven. I’m pretty much like a young kid getting ready for Halloween. It’s my first E kit after playing acoustic kits for decades. I currently play a DW Collectors 5 piece. This Roland kit is so freaking wonderful and mostly I just LOVE how I can literally play anytime without bothering anyone. Thx for your video. It helped me make the purchase 😊
I really appreciate all the detail in your demo presentations...especially when it comes to listing the shortcomings. Cheers!
Great video as always, I love the fact that you have no fear of saying your opinion even "against" the brands. Great intellectual honesty.
Thanks so much man!
Thanks Justin! I've been watching your reviews for a year now, waiting, researching, watching videos and I literally had a TD25 in my shopping cart, ready to pull the trigger. Then you dropped the ATV video which mentioned that Roland was getting ready to introduce their new line, so I waited, and as soon as you reviewed the TD17kvx, I bought it. I LOVE IT! Thanks for your great reviews, knowledge and info!
I think this is a better value. Td25 sounds good but limited module options. If I was buying new the KVX would be it.
I just bought a 17KVX. Loving every moment with it. Great to practice at home before jumping on my acoustic kit. I might even take it out once or twice for some sets too! This video really helped sway my decision. Thank you very much!
@65 Drums - I really enjoy your electronic drum reivews, tips and performance videos. You're the man when it comes to electronic drums---thanks!
Just ordered this for our studio. Thanks for the honest reviews Justin
I was committed on getting Alesis strike today when the sales guy told me they had the Roland Td- 17kvx and its 15% of. I didn’t know which is better set but i chose the Roland and boy i couldn’t be happier especially watching your review!!
Great Video Justin, Just wanted to say thanks,cuz this type of videos are really helpful for us.
really looking forward to the Td25kvx vid 😉
Always comprehensive and well explained. Thanks Justin. Have not owned a Roland since the TD-9. Considering this one now.
Just bought my kit from Kraft Music. You are an inspiration, and I am looking forward to setting up this week!
Just got mine this week. Waiting on the Roland noise eater kick drum pedal and hi hat stand. Can’t wait to get everything set up. Congrats on your set btw!
Another great video Justin! And I'm in love for this new Roland TD-17KVX! :D
I’ve been waiting for this review thank you justin for the video I also got a chance to play the. Td17 today and I’ve got to say the pads are great cymbals are very durable and that kick pad feels great I honestly think they put some kind of memory foam in there and your right justin doesn’t move so I’m definitely sold on it, it’s my next buy.
Best review I've seen so far. Thanks for the help!
Glad to help! :)
Just bought the KVX today, can't wait to play it, nice vid!
Really good review! I'm recently stuck with the sound of TD17 cause people have different comments on it. Kind of relief after watching your video , as the sound doesn't feel too bad for me. Love your words!
I’ve had my set for 6 weeks just playing and very much enjoying them..I finally got around to the ambiance and EQ settings...and OMG.. IT HAS JUST amazing all over again..anyone having trouble with the Ride bell it can be TURNED UP BIG TIME THRU THE sensitivity settings and EQing the td17 kvx is very sturdy and I definitely recommend this set...I have Appox 36 years experience and played all over USA back in the 90s during the country line dance days craze...Buy this set and you will not be disappointed and go all in get the KVX Modle.....Jim Hammond Louisiana 🇺🇸🇺🇸🥁🥁
Thank you for an unbiased and fair review, trying to make a decision and on brand and model and this was extremely helpful.
Good luck in your decision Eric! I know it's hard to choose when all that money is on the line
i'll be interning in Roland soon, so i'm checking your videos to find pros and cons for Roland products and all infos of their competitors, thanks Justin!
Just order one today. Thanks for the review. I'll let you know what I think. I'm pretty sure I'll love it!
Thanks for your top review! Went to our local drum shop, had a bash on a few kits and ordered the KVX. Can't wait to unbox it :) Keep up the great work!
Hope you like it!
I've yet to hear a snare rimshot. For example, what does the Maple SR sound like when assigned to the rim? Can you do this? I don't know why nobody is demonstrating this. I still use rimshot sounds on my TD-9 and am thinking of upgrading to this kit but I'd like to see the snare rimshot. I tried messing around with it today at GC but the "SR" didn't sound right.
Just bought 1 today. Absolutely Awesome.
Your review was one big factor for me purchasing The Roland te-17 kvx...Thank you for all you do....Jim..Hammond Louisiana..👍👍👍🙏🙏🇺🇸
Thanks Jim!
Your channel is much appreciated. It’s also very underrated. Thanks for the work you do man.
Thanks Deven I really appreciate it!
I subbed, liked and am leaving a comment. youre doing a great job and deserve much more than that. thank you sir!
This video convinced me. I was on the fence with both kits but will be buying the td-17+an xtra cymbal for a china. Thanx! Excellent job.
Great video! Your illustration highlighted areas of concern in contrast to other makes and models. Mine is on back order with a expected delivery date as of 11/7/18. Thank you for being a real Pro. You know your stuff dude!!!
Thanks man!
When comparing, and giving your opinion / recommendations, always stand by your convictions...always....Thx for the vid
Love this kit. Had a chance to sample it at my local music store and it sounded great and had a really great feel. I will be buying this kit (TD17-KVX) as my first intro into electronic drums.
I appreciate all of your insight and what you’re putting out there for dummies like me! I just bought the TD17-KVX-S and I love it. The bass drum is perfectly fine, so far it is not rocking back and forth, seems solid. I am a newbie to electronic drums and can’t wait to keep learning. Thanks again for what you do!! 👍🏻.
Question , have you bought a double kick pedal and if so how is it
another top review, Justin :)
Thanks John!
you're welcome, Justin :)
Dude, your videos are outstanding.
Thank you so much Bill!
Sounds brilliant! Thanks man.
I have 36 years drumming experience...I purchased my td17 I’ve 6 weeks ago and I really impressed..very stable very good sounds and I. Would Recommend the kvx ....Jim. Hammond Louisiana..👍👍👏👏✌️🇺🇸
Seems like a great kit I haft to
Play it soon great review
Great review. Really enjoying your channel. I have an old TD4 that I am using and was thinking of finally upgrading. I am curious your thoughts on buying another electric kit like the td17kvx or going the acoustic route and using some mesh pads to quote it down for neighbors sake. Do you fell the td17 does a good job of replicating an acoustic set?
Definitely worth buying! Mine is arriving today.
Great review. Would you recommend this kit to me as I am just starting out learning to play the drums?
Thanks for the info, i was honestly about to buy the strike pro. After a lot of thinking i just purchased the roland tdkvx. Have not got it yet but im sure i will like it. Thanks
What a Great Kit! 👍
Hey Justin, that fill you're playing at 6:46 sounds like a beat from the band Triumph the song is "Allied Forces" from the Allied Forces Album.
Hi, I just bought a TD-17 KVX this is my first e-drum kit and I am in love with it. Are you using the PM-100 or the PM-200? Can you make a review about these two monitors? The difference between them, etc... Tks and congrats for the channel.
Great video! You convinced me to send my td25k back that I bought two weeks a go and get the td17 kvx ;)
Just bought one, awaiting arrival in the next few days. From reviews I've seen and read I had to put the roland on top of the alesis. Let's hope the research goes well. Great videos btw, really insightful.
How was it? Thinking of buying this.
another great review!
Love your videos! Thanks for this review. Have a question, I hope you can recommend something. I have a Roland TD-11K and it would be great to upgrade to TD-17KVX at some point. Do you think I can replace the parts step by step? You know, when I have some money. Do you have a recommended upgrade path?
Thanks in advance!
Thanks for the great review. I just ordered it from Kraft, which throws in a throne, hi-hat stand, kick pedal and sticks for free.
Very Good Video Justin! Congrat`s
Thanks! I've been a subscriber of your channel for awhile :)
Ow, thank you, it's a great pleasure for me to have you subscribed to my little channel! Big Hug
Thanks for putting the comparison between the 3. Wasn't expecting this in this video so maybe add it to the title for more views :)
I'm like you wanted reliable equipment and maybe I can get the sounds of the Strike Pro sampled from someone in the future or make my own then I'm just missing that nice drum presence only that you get with the strike but for my case, I prefer stability overall and this is like $1000 cheaper too for me in Canada which is a big difference in price.
i think i might have to get the td 17 kvx.. you have convinced me with the demonstrations.. AND the durability reputation kinda is hook line and sinker
Thank you a lot once again,well detailed !!!
Thanks Mickey!
I always play on this at my local guitar centre lmaaao it's amazing. Might buy it eventually
Hi Justin, great content have subscribed and learned a lot from your videos! The module sounds great. I saw this today in a shop but have to admit I find the size of the rack frustrating. It's too small/low to get a good posture for me. Is the kvx frame/rack bigger?
Thanks so much for the detailed overview and your thoughts! Have you played the TD12 much, and how would an old midrange module like that one (I used to own it, and kind of regret getting rid of it) compare to the the sounds of the TD17? I'm trying to decide between an old used TD12, or a new TD17KVX. There's also a TD12 kit with a TD20 module that I've seen listed used locally.
Great review and comparison. I like the upgrades a lot, and at a very similar price to the TD11 series, it’s kind of a no brainer. Definitely worth the investment. UPDATE: KVX set ordered!
I've had the td-17kvx for about 3-4 years. Other than one crash cymbal needing replacing, it's been great. Replaced the cy-12c with the newer cy-12c-t. $200. Just updated the module with v2 and the customability is crazy detailed.
Your review put me over the top to get the Roland 17KVX. I have had it now about 10 months and it's incredible. I haven't even scratched the surface of all the sound adjustments. Tweaked the acoustic sound a little and have been happy since. I am looking at potentially adding another cymbal with the extra input.
Question , have you bought a double kick pedal and if so how is it
I’m definitely grabbing this kit in a couple weeks, I’m not mad at the sounds but tbh I’m mostly going to use it for recording and use it to trigger sounds from Superior Drummer and maybe a little lite jamming with a couple of friends, great video and great playing btw.
Hey Justin; great review, thank you for showing how the hi hat sounds, gradually opening and closing. Haven't seen that demonstrated yet until now on the td17. Also I love the fact that their layering now, ( that used to be called velocity switching ), but what got my attention about Roland a few years back was that positional sensing on the snare drum, which sounded very musical compared to most electronic drums, so I guess there's always a trade-off. And I think all the cymbals need bells, Which would make it a better midi controller I think. One other thing about the sound of Roland drums is that there isn't enough pitch bend from velocity. But overall better bang for buck, and that we can almost afford them now. These are my humble thoughts. Thanks for asking
Come on admit it, you just love the TD25 😆 as it’s the first thing that pops into your head 😉 Super in depth analysis as usual Justin 👍 Take care
Nice😀Is this studio quality? Good tones for beats?
I recently (2 months ago) purchased the TD-17kvx. I used to work in a music store part time and was always impressed that with all of the “shenanigans” that our demo kits were dealt the Roland TD kits always worked. The pads never broke. That’s why I went with the Roland kit. The sounds in the module are acceptable. I HATE the rack that comes with it. It is ergonomically impossible. I used the parts and built my own rack with 1.5 inch aluminum rigid conduit that I had powder coated. Around $200 total cost. I MIDI the module to my laptop running Steven Slate 5 and now I have everything I want. I’ve played gigs with that setup and everyone comments on how great it sounds. Not “why electronic?” It sounds awesome, and I can fit it in my Volkswagen Golf. Can’t go wrong.
I played the Strike in a music shop, and I was so close to buying it, but I've gone for this instead due to the breaking issues. I am fully satisfied with this.
I'm what you'd call a hobbyist, I am not going to be releasing records for sale or playing live... and this is absolutely what I want in a kit. Works perfect out of the box, expandable with an extra pad, way better than my 10 year old Yamaha DTXplorer.
For years I wanted more pads, the ability to split, the ability to choke, and a more quiet kit (achieved via the mesh heads)
I've been enjoying the bluetooth and playing along to songs, and the cymbals feel more easily chokeable than the strike and more sensitive out of the box. Also, no issues with the hats. The strike in the music shop hadn't had the updates or been dialed in though... but like I say, for the kind of person who would prefer it perfect out of the box, the KVX suits me just fine.
Shame the strike is so large and so beautiful, it is damn tempting, but man I'd just be terrified of breaking something that expensive.
On the plus sides for this as well, no load times at all. It is instant.
Good call, I have an Alesis DM10X and I've gone thru 2 kick pads, had to ditch a floor Tom pad for the snare cuz it wore it completely. My 3 zone ride lost its bell function. I could go on and on
I have the kvx and added another cy12. Can I add another Tom pad? Thanks
Derek Frampton yeah, on my first drum set ever (alesis nitro) the triggers got all messed up after a month of playing ( when i hit my snare my ride would trigger and so on) and that happened with ALL the triggers
If I was buying new this would be it. Best value in Rolands lineup.
I also have the Alesis DM10X. Hi-hat open/close does not work that well. My snare pad is already broken in half. Had to buy also a snare stand, as it does not stay in position ... I'm very curious to this Roland kit
Very good content! Thank you so much.
I bought the KVX17 and managed to create a great snare sound using sampling mixing a piccolo and a imported Slingerland, you have to fiddle around for a rim shot (Buddy Rich style) but you can get close,the blue tooth recording facility is great. I have the kit running through a 150 w combo with EQ and reverb plus multi headphone amp love them!
I really wanted an E-kit and did not feel like getting the top tier Roland’s so I got these TD-17KVXs and I absolutely love them. There is a lot that you can do with them, and they are a ton of fun to play on because you can literally play anything that’s a drum on them. The pads are very responsive, the CY-12C cymbal pads feel nice and weighty and it just plays very nicely. The pros far outweigh the cons which were covered well here.
Great Review..well done👏👏👍👍✌️
I just got a chance to sit down and play this drum set at my local Sam Ash. I don't know how I missed this drum set, but maybe I just overlooked it, but I played it and WOW!!!! I was so impressed with the drum sounds. The first set I played blew me away; the snare sound, the TOMS!!!, and the cymbals all hit the right balance (IMHO). Now, I've been pretty peeved at Roland over the years, for what I felt were only incremental improvements of their sounds, and as you states, that's very subjective, but I'd just like to say, I applaud Roland for the TD17 endeavor as far as the sounds included on the module; well done Roland. Also, I want to thank all of Roland's competitors...because without you, it might have been another 10 years before Roland started making me happy again. LOL!
Big help...I’m saving now only 250 dollars short...God Willing I will be ordering my set next 10 days ..thank you for all you do.....Jim Hammond Louisiana 🇺🇸
The TD 17KVX is a solid kit at a price point I can accept. I had a used Alesis kit for a month and the cymbals would cut out. It wasn't a good experience for me as I am new to edrums, played acoustic for years. After I returned the Alesis DM10 Mesh kit, I had no idea what new kit I wanted to buy. The Roland models that seemed attractive to me were 2,000 bucks or more and I want to spend around 1,000 to 2,000. At 1,600 dollars for the TD 17KVX, its a solid kit at a price point I can certainly accept. Bluetooth capability and that 12 inch snare is quite impressive. I just wish Roland would compete with Alesis and make larger toms but maybe that will happen in a year or two. I am thinking I will be getting this model. I appreciate this channel, it has helped me understand edrums since I have never shown any interest for them in the past. Keep up the good work!
I really wanted to know if this was worth the money which is sweet! Definitely gonna get it
Im getting one, i got to say ive watched at least 15 of your drum videos. ive decided on the TD17KVX. it would be a sell out if it came with stand and kick pedal.. thanks for your show and tell justin!!!!!
Nice work, Love the price point!! I agree Roland has better Hi-Hat control.... and reliablility I have the CY13R I purchased on used on ebay 2 years ago it's still working great, the bell does take a little harder hit to make trigger.
Hey Justin, I just purchased the Roland TD-11k a year ago. How much of an improvement is the TD-17KL over the TD-11k? Thanks, I appreciate all of your helpful videos!
I was going to go for the KV but I think I’ve been convinced to go for the KVX! I’ve seen a lot of reviews where people say the moving hi hat is a game changer and the extra cymbal is a bonus for me as well!
Honestly, if Alesis didn’t have durability issues, I’d buy one of their mesh kits because they look absolutely amazing. There’s a song I love to play on my Alesis DM6, but it sounds absolutely awful because of all the issues, and now the kick drum wires have come loose yet again 😂 I can’t wait to play it on a better kit!
I've had this for four months. I will say mine is a Franken drum kit with roland td 3 plus extra and extra cymbal...must say great for apartment. Roland quality. My kit is 11 pieces with zoning. Fun stuff with two kick drums that I have td 3 kick as a percussion instrument.
Very good video a big help for a drummers like me who’s looking for excellent and quality sound ..Cheers!!!
Hi Justin,
Thank you very much for a great review.
Can you confirm then that, in your opinion, you think that the 17KVX is worth the extra money over the 17KV (not the -L, the other one with Bluetooth) because of the better symbols, and despite the fact that you have to have your own hi-hat stand and base drum pedal? In a few of the stores I've looked at, you've also had to buy the rack separately as well, is that unusual?
Also, does the hi-hat work with any hi-hat stand?
I'll be sure to go and test the kits out for myself as well, but if the answer is yes the 17KVX is worth it, I think I'll be saving a bit more and going for it. I plan to have the kit for a long time, and it will be a MASSIVE improvement on my Alesis dm10...
Thanks for your help!
Cheers,
Ryan
Hey Justin I like your show and I always enjoy when you post new videos but I have a question I found out that the Roland TD 25 found out that you can put Roland TD 30 module on the TD 25 I do that apply for the new kid that just came out with can you also put put that on the new kit that’s out now as one of the five kids that just came out can you find out that for me I would sure appreciate it thanks a lot
Hey Justin, thank's again for this review... but what about the PDX-12 vs PD-125 or PD-128 ???
@65 drums Would it be possible for you to do a comparison between the Roland 13" and 15" ride cymbals? Playability, how the bell response compares when used with the TD-17 module, etc.
I bought the 17KVXV for our church band. Works great. I played the Alesis floor model. It was in bad shape.. Still working on the right tom sounds with the Roland.
This is the best thing Roland can do right now. Ordered mine yesterday.
Dizzy Krissi what do oi think about it. I wanna get one too
I’m thinking about get the KV set (the second one you mentioned). Can I add another cymbal to it? Or some sort of triggers?
Exelent review buddy
Thanks Franco
Hey Justin, i'm willing to buy the TD17KVX this week-end. I really want to know if there is a possibility adding more components (more toms and symbals etc...) on this kit ?
I've been watching your various videos as I decide what direction I want to go in upgrading / replacing my old electronic drums. (I say "old", but they are all new items that I bought years ago on closeout, but wound up putting in storage and haven't used yet: Roland TD-3 brain, PDX-8 pad, PD-9 pad, KD-8 pad, 4 x Pintech Concertcast pads, Zildjian Gen 16 version 1 set with pickups and module (13", 14", 18"), added 16" crash, 4 newer pickups, and just received 20" BB ride). I'm currently trying to find time to finish setting it up while still on vacation (if my wife will ever stop assigning Honey-dos.) :-) . I've thought about replacing the TM-3 with the TD-17 brain, and then later changing out the pads or adding triggers to one of my acoustic sets. Too bad Roland doesn't have an option that you can buy one of their kits without the drum module. For grins, I added up what all the drum and cymbal pads would cost new if I bought them separately from a store like Sweetwater. Not including mounts and cables (except for the PDX-8 pads since you can buy them together), it will cost me $1000 more to buy everything separate than to buy the whole kit as a unit! So my first step is to set up and try out what I already have, then decide what direction to go also based on what comes out in the upcoming 2020 NAMM show.
We had this one listed as the one to buy some years ago but a Yamaha Motif xf came up so we bought that. This is still on the list and is the next purchase.
Hey Justin, I got my td 11kv not long ago and im already have my eyes on the TD17KVX, do you think its worth the upgrade if have the money to spend on it or should i wait to see what the competitors comes up with?
Great review and I totally agree with the comparison against the Strike Pro. The TD-17KVX is the better choice.
Vdrum Tips Yeah, I had been wanting to save up for the strike pro for the longest time, but then I saw this for nearly a grand cheaper it has just about as many pads (-1 crash and 1 Tom) and is just a solid drum kit. Saving for this rn!
I kinda agree, but at the same time, I kinda don't. Like, the durability issues is a problem I know. But I would PROBLABLY take the Alesis strike pro over the td-17kvx. Just because I don't like the sizes and sound. (Exept for the snare).
This might be a dumb question but are electronic kits better than Acoustic kits in your opinion? Can anyone weigh in on this. I'm a pretty strong drummer and have been playing for quite a while. I have only played on Acoustic sets my entire life and I know for $1000 I can get a very nice Yamaha acoustic set and then buy cymbals and come out around the same price as this td-17KVX. My biggest concern is durability. With acoustic sets you can just replace heads in 20 minutes for a very inexpensive price and be done. I've never broken anything significant on an Acoustic kit in my life. The one big downside is my neighbors wanting to kill me due to the noise. Apartments are horrible for Acoustic drums. Thanks in advance for anybody's opinion.
Roger U I’m hardly an expert, but personally I would always choose an acoustic kit over electronic kit. The only reason to get an electric kit (for me) is because it allows me to practice as much as I want without having to worry about noise complaints and shit.
@@stephenhughes5156 That's where I'm leaning too, but you're right. Acoustic sets really restrict my practice time.
Hey Justin,
I wonder what is your opinion with drum-tec Live Sound Edition - the optimized TD 17 module sounds (extra kits and snare sounds) . They also offer optimized sounds for other Roland E-drums models. Are they worth extra money ?
Wish I had waited for this
Could you do a side-by-side comparison between this and the Yamaha DTX562K or DTX720K? Thanks man!
Fame DD-ONE Simon Phillips Edition. What the fun is this.
Hi Justin, can I use my headphones with this module without and amp? I’m not sure if all drum kits works the same about this
Excellent review! 😆👍🏻🇺🇸
Question for you Justin. Roland TD12 KV or the Roland TD-17 KVX. Our church is using the older TD-12 but it now is starting to fall apart. Need new VH-11, KD-85 and the TD-12 has issues, mix in jack and headphone jack non functional, and there may be more issues.
Anyway, Does the TD-17 offer interval control like the TD-12? The TD-12 for its age worked well for us, I spent many hours tweeking it for out PA system. But recently a factory reset was done and wiped out my custom kits.
In your opinion, should we just get the TD-12 fixed out get a new TD-17 module, hi hat, and KD-10 and use out existing pads?
Whats your thought on this. My pastor has given me a $1500 budget. Thanks.
When I first saw these kits announced my first thought was "I should replace my snare and floor Tom on my td4 with those 12" pads and use my current 8" mesh snare pad as the hightom" but then I started looking at the vh10 too and that's pretty tempting, and then the 3 zone ride... By the time I buy all of those I'd be only like £100-200 away from a brand new kit, and you've just sold me on it. I use kontact over midi for sounds so the module itself isn't super important to me, but that kind of upgrade for only a little more than I'd be spending anyway, seems silly not to.
Hi! What is the positional sensing that you miss by snaredrum?