In terms of hardware (the display, controllers and inputs/outputs), the TD-50X is the same as the TD-50.
Here are the major differences.
Instruments and Kit contents:
The TD-50 uses Prismatic Sound Modeling Technology to create highly varied, lifelike sounds, in pursuit of an expressiveness as yet unrealized on electronic drums. The TD-50X offers all the same expressiveness of the TD-50, but with a realism that makes you feel like you’re really there playing an acoustic drum kit, as well as an improved, more direct feel. Also, enhancements have been made to the number and variations in sounds, to respond to the diverse needs of our users.
TD-50 Ver.1.08: 422 instruments, 55 preset kits
TD-50X Ver.1.00: 961 instruments, 70 preset kits
- Kit data (both chargeable and free) is available for the TD-50X via Roland Cloud
VH-14D support
With the VH-14D digital hi-hat, the expressiveness and feel of the hi-hat on the TD-50X have been massively improved. This lets you make changes to the sound based on where you strike the pad, for expressing the subtle nuances of the hi-hat. The hi-hat instrument on the TD-50X is optimized for use with the VH-14D, giving you complete support of the VH-14D’s functionality.
- The software has been upgraded so that the TD-50 and TD-27 now support the VH-14D.
In terms of hardware (the display, controllers and inputs/outputs), it’s the same as the TD-50.
Here are the major differences.
Instruments and Kit contents: The TD-50 uses Prismatic Sound Modeling Technology to create highly varied, lifelike sounds, in pursuit of an expressiveness as yet unrealized on electronic drums.
The TD-50X offers all the same expressiveness of the TD-50, but with a realism that makes you feel like you’re really there playing an acoustic drum kit, as well as an improved, more direct feel. Also, enhancements have been made to the number and variations in sounds, to respond to the diverse needs of our users.
TD-50 Ver.1.08: 422 instruments, 55 preset kits
TD-50X Ver.1.00: 961 instruments, 70 preset kits
- Kit data (both chargeable and free) is available for the TD-50X via Roland Cloud
VH-14D support
With the VH-14D digital hi-hat, the expressiveness and feel of the hi-hat on the TD-50X have been massively improved. This lets you make changes to the sound based on where you strike the pad, for expressing the subtle nuances of the hi-hat. The hi-hat instrument on the TD-50X is optimized for use with the VH-14D, giving you complete support of the VH-14D’s functionality.
- The software has been upgraded so that the TD-50 and TD-27 now support the VH-14D.
Expanded functionality
- SUB INST Layer: Added XFADE; FADE END POINT can now be specified
- TRANSIENT: Added new parameters (Attack Type)
- USER SAMPLE: Supports transients
- MFX: Types added
- MASTER COMP: Mix Balance added to MASTER COMP, making parallel compression possible
- MASTER EQ: Added a function to switch between STEREO and MID/SIDE
- Added KIT FONT function
- Added LAYER PREVIEW function
- Added AMBIENCE PREVIEW function
- USER SAMPLE: Added GAIN parameter
- USER SAMPLE: Folder import supported
- SUB INST NAME can now be displayed on KIT COPY operation screen and other screens
- COACH Mode: Equivalent to the TD-27's Coach feature
- TRIGGER GLOBAL SENS: Parameters added
- FOOT SW/PAD CTRL: Added "Strainer OFF"
- USB AUDIO: Supports 32 channel IN/32 OUT and loopback
- SD card: Supports STORAGE MODE
- Added internal songs (drum patterns, audio)
- Added support for leading users to the Manuals support page via QR code
- Silk screen print on panel: For improved onstage visibility