Roland - PDQ-8S V-Drums Snare Pad

The PDQ-8S is for drummers who want to practice or play at home without worrying about volume. This electronic snare drum from the V-Drums Quiet Design series has been specially designed to reduce noise while retaining a natural feel under the sticks. Its striking surface combines a mesh skin with an internal honeycomb rubber structure that effectively absorbs impact, like an invisible shock absorber. As a result, your strokes remain precise and dynamic, but the noise and vibrations transmitted to the environment are significantly reduced.

Playing comfort remains at the heart of the experience. The independent detection of the skin and hoop means that rimshots and classic shots can be executed naturally, with a faithful response to the nuances of the gesture. The rubber-covered hoop softens impact and reduces noise during rimshots, while the insulation between the skin and the hoop reduces the propagation of vibrations. Vents under the surface also dissipate air pressure with each stroke, further enhancing discretion and stabilising the pad's response.

Compact and easy to integrate into an electronics kit, the PDQ-8S communicates directly with compatible V-Drums modules via its trigger output. This makes it an ideal solution for practising, rehearsing or playing at any time, with realistic feel and optimised sound control.