Detail 01
Precision quad sensor system
Provides independent detection of rim and head hits and is described as eliminating hot spots.
Product detailSKU #1500000444435
RolandPD-12X V-Drums Pad 12 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Roland’s PD-12X is a 12-inch V-Pad for V-Drums setups, using a quad sensor system to distinguish rim and head hits independently. Its sensor layout is described as eliminating hot spots, and the recessed rim sits within a die-cast hoop for a smooth playing surface. The shallow profile gives it an acoustic-drum-style look and feel. A universal mount supports integration with Roland, DW, Pearl, Yamaha, and other hardware, while module support includes V71, TD-50X, TD-27, and TD-17.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Expanding a supported V-Drums setup with separate rim and head triggering.
- Mounting a 12-inch pad on Roland, DW, Pearl, Yamaha, or other compatible drum hardware.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- TD-17 setups that require positional sensing; that module operates without positional sensing.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Universal mount
Designed to fit hardware from Roland, DW, Pearl, Yamaha, and other brands.
Detail 03
TD-27 and TD-17 compatibility
TD-27 supports positional sensing; TD-17 does not.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm the module’s positional-sensing support if that response is required.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can the PD-12X distinguish rim and head hits?
Yes. Its multi-sensor design provides independent rim and head detection.
02Does the PD-12X work with a TD-17?
Yes, but without positional sensing.
03Which modules are named as compatible?
V71, TD-50X, TD-27, and TD-17 are named.
Reference
Full specifications
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2 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
- Body Finish
- Black to match PD-10X and KD-18-BK Kick Drum Pad
