Alesis DM10 Pro Electronic Drum Set

Alesis DM10 Pro Kit is the product of extensive research and development efforts. Based around the DM10 sound module, the DM10 Pro Kit features Alesis’ RealHead drum pads, SURGE Cymbals made of real cymbal alloy and an ErgoRack mounting system.

DM10 Module
You will immediately notice the DM10 module’s outstanding sound quality. This drum sound module contains true drum, cymbal, and percussion sounds—built from real samples of classic studio drums and prized cymbals. Drummers will find some of the most in-demand acoustic drum sounds from legendary drum brands, a huge arsenal of top producers’ go-to snare drums, real American, Canadian, Chinese, and Turkish cymbals, and a choice selection of classic drum machine and electronic percussion sounds that have fueled the biggest hit records.

Discerning ears will notice that each sound is actually a series of different samples: multiple dynamic-level samples and articulations are all built in so as you play harder and softer, the drum or cymbal changes its timbre, not just its volume. This engineered realism is known as Dynamic Articulation, an Alesis exclusive. You can play with or without reverb for different room sounds and enjoy a wide variety of rimshots, rim clicks, and different stick-placement sounds on the cymbals. For example, a hi-hat’s sound depends on a number of factors: how open or closed the pedal is, how hard it is struck, and other variables resulting in 40 different sounds—plus foot chick and heel splash.

The DM10 module not only has a breathtaking collection of sounds onboard, it is also the world’s first drum-sound module that enables you to load new sound sets via USB connection from your computer. This means that your sounds will always stay fresh, current and cutting edge.

You can also use the DM10 as a trigger-to-MIDI interface for performing and tracking with software drum modules such as BFD, Toontrack, and Reason, among others. For practice, you can play along with the tracks in the DM10′s internal sequencer, mix in an iPod or other MP3 player and play along.

The DM10 module has 12 trigger inputs, perfect for creating custom configurations with up to 24 different pads. The DM10′s top-panel mixer gives you easy access to creating custom mixes.

RealHead Drum Pads
The DM10 Pro Kit has Alesis’ acoustic-feeling RealHead pads in 8″ and 10″ sizes. The dual-zone pads feature real mylar drumheads and real triple-flanged counterhoops for the feel you demand. The snare and tom pads are dual zone, enabling you to perform rimshots, rim clicks, or assign other sounds such as wind chimes, cymbals, gongs, and cowbells on the tom rims.

Surge Cymbals
The DM10 Pro Kit comes with premium SURGE cymbals, the only serious choice in electronic cymbals. The kit includes a 12″ SURGE hi-hat cymbal, a 13″ SURGE crash cymbal with choke and a 16″ SURGE triple-zone ride cymbal with choke. Comprised of a genuine alloy cymbal coated with a clear sound-dampening layer, SURGE cymbals feel like acoustic cymbals because they begin life as just that. The crash and ride cymbals feature large choke strips on the undersides for even more attention to accurate cymbal control. The SURGE ride also features multiple-zone triggering on the bell, face, and edge. The SURGE hi-hat cymbal offers continuously variable control using the included pedal.

ERGORACK
The DM10 Pro Kit features an ergonomically curved, chrome-plated ErgoRack for mounting the pads and module on. It is a heavy gauge, heavy duty rack—and supremely adjustable. The ErgoRack is large enough to enable you to add on additional drum pads and SURGE cymbals. You can even mount acoustic drums, cymbals, and percussion instruments on this roadworthy system.

The ErgoRack employs standard 1-1/2″ tubing for compatibility with virtually all drum manufacturers’ rack hardware. The rack features quick-release, metal clamps for fast setup and tear down. The crash and ride cymbals mount on large, knurled boom cymbal arms that are height adjustable right in the rack down tubes. The DM10 Pro Kit comes with tom mounts that enable freely adjustable mounting. Drummer-friendly wing-screws are present on all important rack clamps and pads for ease of adjustment without reaching for a drum key. The drum pads mount on standard 10.5mm L-rods with low-slip, knurled mounting surfaces.

The DM10 Pro Kit: The flagship of the Alesis electronic percussion line.

Alesis DM10 Pro Electronic Drum Set Features:

* DM10 drum-sound module with 12 trigger inputs
* Premium sound set built from real samples of real drums and cymbals
* Dynamic Articulation changes sounds’ timbre along with dynamics for realism
* Top-panel mixer for customizing drum mix
* Built-in sequencer for practicing and creating drum tracks
* DM10 is the world’s first drum-sound module that enables USB sound loading
* Can be used with software drum modules via USB
* RealHead acoustic-feel 8″ and 10″ dual-zone drum pads with real heads
* SURGE cymbals are acoustic cymbals with triggers
* 12″ SURGE hi-hat, 13″ SURGE crash with choke, 16″ SURGE ride with choke
* Ergonomically curved, chrome-plated ErgoRack
* Mix input for practicing with CD and MP3 players

Includes:
* 1 DM10 drum module
* 2 8″ RealHead drum pads
* 2 10″ RealHead drum pads
* 1 8″ RealHead kick pad with tower
* 1 12″ SURGE hi-hat cymbal
* 1 13″ SURGE crash cymbal
* 1 16″ SURGE ride cymbal
* 1 ErgoRack with mounting clamps and arms
* 1 hi-hat pedal
* 1 Set of interconnection cables

Premium sounds and you can input your own as well.

Rating:
Nice Electronic drum set with great sounds built in. Hi tech engineering and advanced electronics make this electronic drum kit what it is. Alesis is coming out with some very nice electronic drum sets and giving the bigger manufacturers a run for their money. Speaking of money, the price on this Alesis DM10 Pro Electronic Drum Set is truly a great deal for everything you get. Very responsive, mutli-zone pads and cymbals make it a winner. The DM10 drum module is amazing and the ability to add additional drum sounds and the ability to interface with a computer makes the possibilities endless. How cool it is to plug your set into your computer and record. Check this great electric drum kit out.

Pulse Pro 7-piece Double Bass Shell Pack

Great, cheaply priced shell pack for the beginner drummer. Get your groove on with double bass. Beautiful metallic finishes available in many color choices.

Cymbals to match up with this set:
Sabian B8 14HH/18 Cymbal Pack. Search around The Musician Friend’s site (check out the “Don’t forget” side bar on the Sabian B8 14HH/18 Cymbal Pack page. It has low priced stands.) for more cymbals and Pulse hardware. You should be able to find the set up you need and get it all at an affordable price.

Rating:
If you want to get into drumming, especially rock that requires double bass drumming, this could be it. It’s affordable, and looks pretty nice. Doesn’t come with any cymbals or cymbal stands though, so that’s going to be a little extra. But once it’s all added up, you should have a pretty decent set for pretty cheap. Check out Muscian’s Friend for the Pulse line of cymbal stands and other cheap, low priced cymbals.

Pro 5-Piece Shell Pack with Black Hardware – cheap, low priced beginner drum set

Complete 5-piece drum shell kit from Pulse features black drum hardware, suspension mounts on toms, and bold, edgy finishes. Cymbal stands and cymbals not included with drum set. Check Musician’s Friend for current price. They also give you free shipping on it.

Cymbals to match up with this set:
Sabian B8 14HH/18 Cymbal Pack. Search around The Musician Friend’s site (check out the “Don’t forget” side bar on the Sabian B8 14HH/18 Cymbal Pack page. It has low priced stands.) for more cymbals and Pulse hardware. You should be able to find the set up you need and get it all at an affordable price.

Rating:
This isn’t your run-of-the-mill cheaper drum set you would find at a department store. It’s actually a fairly nice kit for the beginner drummer. It doesn’t include the stands and cymbals, but cheap cymbal and hardware can be found at Musician’s Friend where this drum set can be purchased. Just search around for their Pulse Hardware. The black hardware is pretty cool looking. This should get the beginner drummer off to the right start.

Alesis DM5 Pro Electronic Drum Set with Surge Cymbals

The Alesis DM5 Pro Kit with Surge Cymbals is a premium-quality electronic drum kit with revolutionary cymbals. The kit delivers pro drum sound and familiar, comfortable playability thanks to durable, real drum heads and an amazing cymbal design.The Surge Cymbals include a 12″ Surge hi-hat, 13″ Surge crash, and a 16″ Surge dual-zone ride to deliver crisp, accurate response with remarkable realism. They feature a custom brass-alloy with a special, clear dampening layer to merge the look and feel of real cymbals with the flexibility of electronic cymbals.

Drummers can practice quietly with headphones or get as loud as they need onstage by connecting an amplifier and monitors. The DM5 Pro Kit with Surge Cymbals is ideal for recordings or live gigs.The DM5 Pro Kit features a self-contained, electronic drum set that includes a sturdy kick and a heavy-duty hi-hat footpedal, snare, kick drum, three toms with Surge ride, Surge crash, and Surge hi-hat cymbals, plus a rack.

The heart of this drum kit is the rack-mounted, programmable DM5 sound module with 540 percussion sounds and 21 preprogrammed drum/percussion sets. Alesis’ proprietary Dynamic Articulation feature powers the DM5 Pro Kit’s drum sounds to respond instantly to the force with which a pad is struck, for the most realistic and accurate playback possible.Experience the finest in professional electronic percussion-the Alesis DM5 Pro drum kit with Surge Cymbals.

Rating:
Great entry set into the world of electronic drums. You get a lot for the money with this electronic drum set. Rack is a little cheap, but it gives good performance for the money. Great for the hobbyist drummer. Set up can be a little confusing with the cables.

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Remo Ambassador Drumhead ProPack

The kit includes one each: of a 12, 13, 14, and 16 inch heads. Remo Ambassadors are a single, medium-ply, extremely versatile head. Ambassadors are some of the most played heads ever.

Rating:
Great drum heads that have good resonation. The tones seem to go on forever on these single ply heads. The coating is nice for brushwork. These are not for super hard playing like a two-ply head would hold up to. If you play a little softer especially jazz or fusion, these drum heads are the way to go. I’ve used them for years and alternate with the clear types. Remo heads have always seated on the shell very nicely for me. In my opinion, you really can’t go wrong with Remo. You can get these drum heads in a Fusion Coated Pakas well.