Roland TM-2 Trigger Module

While this module is highly recommended by many people and in use by many renowned drummers, it has two significant downsides I wish I knew before buying it.
Even though it is a powered unit, the output channels are not balanced. Since my kick trigger signal goes directly into a stage box to FoH I need a DI Box to make the signal transmittable over such a long distance.

Furthermore, the output volume is way below what I would expect from a line leve signal, which is what I expect from a powered module. But alass this can be fixed by adding lots of gain in the mixing consoles mic preamp.

So since both issues are easily fixed, it gets a good rating. But I just don't get why roland would save money by ommiting a propper balanced line out channel.

Compact, lightweight and sturdy are a few words to describe this module. I've been using this for a year now on rehearsals and gigs without a sweat. Using custom samples (based on following the requirements for bit rate, file type etc), saving and customizing presets, and switching between presets are super easy.
Someone spilled almost a full glass of water on the module during changeover on one gig, I pulled out the batteries and let it dry for a day or two, still works perfectly. This is Rolands quality at its finest, would probably survive a nuclear apocalypse. Been using it with Roland RT-30K and RT-30HR without issues.
No wonder its used by "everyone" who triggers.