Yamaha DTXpress/DTXplorer/DTXtreme

I know this is the Yamaha forum, but I am torn between the DTXpress
III and the Roland VTour TD6S.  I've searched quite a bit, but really
have not found any useful user opinions on Yamaha vs Roland.  I am
most concerned about pad surface playability since I live over 100
miles from the nearest music store and they have nothing approaching
this quality anyway.

I am looking for an electronic alternative to my 60's era Ludwig kit
which has "noise issues" and could really use any and all suggestions.
 I would be eternally grateful for any advice, assistance, pointers to
other sites, ..., whatever.  

Thanks!