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Hi-Hat Controller Sensor on Roland V71

Wiring, module settings, and tips for the Hi-Hat Controller Sensor when used with the Roland V71.

Yes — the Hi-Hat Controller Sensor works as a full hi-hat on the Roland V71: variable pedal position.

Continuous Open Closed

Wiring: 1× TRS → HI-HAT input on the rear panel + 1× TRS → HH CTRL input on the rear panel

Continuous hi-hat control with granular pedal curve adjustment.

Connect a ¼″ TRS cable from the hi-hat pad to the HI-HAT input on the rear panel.
Connect a ¼″ TRS cable from the hi-hat controller pedal to the HH CTRL input on the rear panel.

Press the [TRIGGER] button.
Press the [F4] (HI-HAT) button to open the TRIGGER - HI-HAT screen.
Use the [-] [+] buttons or the dial to set the Trig Type to VH-11 (or VH-13 / VH-10).
Press the [F6] (OFFSET) button and follow the HI-HAT OFFSET ADJUSTMENT screen to set the offset.

Calibrate the VH offset: loosen the clutch, let the hi-hat rest on the motion sensor, and adjust the offset screw until the on-screen indicator is centered.
Pedal curve is adjustable for fine control over the open-to-closed gradient.

Hi-Hat Controller Sensor also fits 69 other drum modules — see setup

Other compatible drum modules

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