If you've played an electronic drum set, you know that the hi-hat is the least realistic part of the kit. As a result, drummers are forced to compensate while playing—always hyperaware of the pesky electronic hi-hat, focusing on taming that pad rather than on playing. Hopefully, Roland has a solution for us. In this article, I'll unbox and review the new-ish VH-14D—supposedly the most realistic hi-hat controller available. I hope the VH-14D has a greater dynamic range, more accurate articulations and triggering, and a more realistic feel. Let's dive in. This is a sponsored article. Sweetwater sent me the VH-14D…
Notifications
Clear all
April 8, 2024 9:26 am
What is involved in upgrading the Roland TD-27 KV module to upgrade to VH 14D hi hats?
You need to be on firmware version 1.11 for the VH-14D to function properly. Outside of that, just connect the USB cable from the hi-hat to one of the digital inputs on the TD-27. You may need to run the calibration tool within the module.
Hope that helps!
December 9, 2024 12:35 pm
Have you had any issues with triggering when the hat is closed and you put additional pressure on the pedal? Ibdo and cant figure out how to stop it