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Roland DrumLink Wireless System
The DrumLink wireless system, co-created by Roland and DW, has completely revolutionized the connectivity and performance of electronic drums. Whether you're using Roland V-Drums or hybrid drum kits, the modular DrumLink system streamlines the connection process, speeds up setup, and achieves a cleaner appearance.
DrumLink Frequently Asked Question
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Can DrumLink be used compatibly with my V-Drums sound module?
DrumLink is compatible with V71, TD-50X, and TD-27 V-Drums sound modules. These modules feature a Digital Pad USB input, which is not available on older models. The DrumLink system requires at least one USB digital input to power the DH-10 receiver and receive wireless trigger signals via USB output.
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Will using DrumLink occupy the digital interfaces of V71, TD-50X and TD-27?
If you connect the DH-10 to the sound module via USB, it may occupy one digital interface. However, you can also use a BOSS MIDI cable (such as BMIDI-1-35 or BMIDI-5-35) to send trigger data from the DH-10 to the sound module (requires installing the DWe Control program on a computer to pair the sound module with the trigger). This way, all digital input interfaces on the sound module remain available.
MIDI transmission enables basic triggering functions, but some advanced features are limited. For example:
You cannot adjust trigger parameters.
Battery status cannot be viewed on the sound module.
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Does Roland's digital drum pads support DrumLink?
No, they don't. The DrumLink system converts 1/4-inch analog trigger outputs into wireless signals. However, digital drum pads such as the PD-14DSX digital snare drum, VH-14D digital hi-hat, and CY-18DR digital cymbal use multi-sensor structures and high-speed digital outputs, making them incompatible with DrumLink.
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Can the SPD-SX PRO be compatible with the DrumLink system?
The SPD-SX PRO supports DrumLink after updating the system firmware. Please visit the product's download page to get the latest system firmware.
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What is the wireless transmission distance and latency?
DrumLink uses a dedicated 2.4GHz wireless technology to achieve low latency. In an unobstructed line-of-sight environment, the transmission distance can exceed 10 meters with almost imperceptible latency. Actual performance may vary slightly due to environmental factors.
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How to update the system firmware required for DrumLink?
Some Roland devices require system firmware updates before using DrumLink. Please visit the product's download page to obtain the latest system firmware.
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Can I add wireless functionality to cymbals only?
Certainly. The DrumLink system supports wireless connectivity for cymbals alone, drum pads alone, or both together. However, please note that Roland's digital drum pads are incompatible due to their unique sensor structures.
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How does the DrumLink system get powered?
The WT-10 transmitter is powered by two AA alkaline batteries. The DH-10 receiver can be powered via USB-C connection to a Roland sound module. You can check the DrumLink status and WT-10 battery level on the Roland sound module. If using the DH-10's TRS MIDI output, it can be powered by a standard 5V mobile phone charger (requiring at least 150mA).
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How long can the WT-10's batteries last?
The WT-10 only sends trigger signals when the drum pad is struck, with extremely low power consumption during standby, so no additional power switch is needed. In most usage scenarios, two AA batteries can last up to six months.
When the DH-10 is connected to a Roland sound module via USB, you can directly check the WT-10 battery level on the sound module.
If connected to a computer, use the DWe Control app to monitor the battery level.