11 best good drum kit
A good drum kit is essential for drummers of all skill levels, whether you're a beginner, intermediate player, or a professional. Here are some key considerations when looking for a quality drum kit:
Type of Drum Kit:
Acoustic Drum Kit: Traditional acoustic drum kits consist of real drums and cymbals made from wood, metal, and other materials. They offer an authentic drumming experience and are available in various configurations, such as 4-piece, 5-piece, or larger kits.
Electronic Drum Kit: Electronic drum kits use electronic pads and triggers to produce sound. They are known for their versatility, as they can replicate a wide range of sounds and offer features like headphone outputs and MIDI connectivity. Electronic kits are often a good choice for drummers who need to practice quietly or experiment with different sounds.
Brand and Model:
- Reputable drum manufacturers like Yamaha, Pearl, DW (Drum Workshop), Tama, Roland (for electronic drums), and Ludwig have a history of producing high-quality drum kits. Research different models from these brands to find one that suits your preferences and budget.
Configuration:
- Acoustic kits come in various configurations, including 4-piece, 5-piece, and more. The configuration you choose depends on your style of music and personal preferences. Most kits include a bass drum, snare drum, and a combination of tom-toms.
Materials:
- For acoustic kits, the materials used for drums and cymbals affect the sound.Common wood types for drum shells include maple, birch, and mahogany. Each wood type has its unique tonal characteristics.
Hardware Quality:
- Pay attention to the hardware (stands, pedals, and mounting systems) included with the kit. Durable hardware ensures stability and reliability during performances and practice sessions.
Cymbals:
- If your kit doesn't come with cymbals, you'll need to purchase them separately. High-quality cymbals from brands like Zildjian and Sabian can greatly enhance your drumming experience.
Budget:
- Set a budget for your drum kit purchase. Drum kits range widely in price, so having a budget in mind will help narrow down your options.
Reviews and Recommendations:
- Read reviews and seek recommendations from experienced drummers. They can provide valuable insights into the playability, sound quality, and durability of different drum kits.
Testing and Playability:
- Whenever possible, try out the drum kit in person to assess its playability and comfort. The feel of the drums is crucial for drummers, and what feels right can vary from person to person.
Remember that the best drum kit for you will depend on your skill level, musical style, and specific needs. Take your time to research and select a kit that suits your preferences and allows you to express yourself as a drummer.
Below you can find our editor's choice of the best good drum kit on the marketProduct description
Features:
1. HIGH QUALITY: High quality drum accessories, strong and durable, provide good protection to cymbal and improve the sound quality and performance.
2. CYMBAL SLEEVE: The sleeve ensures the cymbal is positioned at the best height to complete the setting of the drum and provide good performance.
3. CYMBAL Felt WASHER: High quality felt material made, it can prevent metal-to-metal contact, perfectly protect your precious drum cymbals.
4. CYMBAL WING NUTS: Wing nuts are made of silver metal, cymbal felts are made of high quality felt, all durable with long service life.
5. WIDELY USE: Center hole will fit most cymbal stands, it is the standard diameter which is suitable for most drums.
Specification:
Condition: Brand New
Material: Felt + Plastic
Color: Black + Silver + Metal
Nut Size: Approx. 41 * 20 * 12 mm / 1.6 * 0.8 * 0.5 in
Nut Inner Diameter: Approx. 8 mm / 0.3 in
Pad Size: Approx. 8 * 24 * 2 mm / 0.3 * 0.9 * 0.07 in
Sleeve Size: Approx. 38 * 26 mm / 1.5 * 1.02 in
Sleeve Inner Diameter: Approx. 8.8 mm / 0.35 in
Felt Washer Size: Approx. 40 * 15 mm / 1.57 * 0.59 in
Felt Washer Inner Diameter: Approx. 10 mm / 0.39 in
Weight: Approx. 16 g
Package List:
2 * Drum Cymbal Sleeve
4 * Drum Cymbal Felt Washer
2 * Wing Nut
4 * Pad
- HIGH QUALITY: High quality drum accessories, strong and durable, provide good protection to cymbal and improve the sound quality and performance.
- CYMBAL SLEEVE: The sleeve ensures the cymbal is positioned at the best height to complete the setting of the drum and provide good performance.
- CYMBAL Felt WASHER: High quality felt material made, it can prevent metal-to-metal contact, perfectly protect your precious drum cymbals.
- CYMBAL WING NUTS: Wing nuts are made of silver metal, cymbal felts are made of high quality felt, all durable with long service life.
- WIDELY USE: Center hole will fit most cymbal stands, it is the standard diameter which is suitable for most drums.
Product description
QoQoba Electric Drum was designed with beginner drummers and professional drummers convenience in mind. With these requirements the digital drum was engineered for as a portable practice roll up drum pad with features to ease average beginner’s learning curve (easy-to-carry) and comes with built-in speakers, rechargeable internal battery, phone/aux jack you can enjoy with your headphones while practicing in a quiet/private place. The finished astonishing 7 drum pads simulates the most dynamic drum sounds possible.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Drum Material: Silicon + Plastic
Drum Set Tones: Pop, Rock, Latin, Electro, Percussion
Demo Songs: Heavy Rock, Funk, Latin, Samba, Cha-Cha, Swing Hi-Hat, Upbeat Rock
Power Supply: USB Cable(included) and Built-in Batteries (included)
Package Size: 43 * 15 * 7cm / 17 * 5.12 * 2.75in
Package Weight: 1400g / 3.08lbs
PACKAGE LIST:
1 * QoQoba Electronic Drum (7 Pads)
2 * Drum Sticks
1 * Headphone (Bluetooth Wireless/Wired)
1 * Pedal Set
1 * USB Cable
1 * 3.5mm AUX Cable(1m)
1 * User Manual (English )
FAQ
Question: What is this MIDI?
Answer: MIDI is the digital interface & connectors that connect a wide variety of electronic musical instruments, computers etc for playing, editing & recording. With this you can leverage the electric drum at a professional level.
Question: Is this electronic drum set for professional drummers?
Answer: One major challenge for Professional drummers is mobility of the traditional drum when a practice drum pad is needed. However, this is good for Pro’s when Mobility, MIDI/digital recording is needed. However, this is best for beginners drum kits (from kids age 3+) but suits professional needs as well.
Can I Play Games with it?
Answer: QoQoba drum sets supports pro features and can be used to play games as it comes with a USB type midi out jack to connect to PC.
- [PREMIUM PORTABLE PRACTICE DRUM PAD WITH 1YR WARRANTY]: QoQoba Electric Drum Set prides itself with high quality plus be rest assured a year warranty comes with. The foldable 7 Drum pads offers lots of true analog drum sounds for the warmest, richest and most dynamic drum sounds possible includes 1 SNARE, 3 TOMS, 1 CRASH, 1 RIDE, 1 HI-HAT 5, Timbres, 8 DEMO preset songs; 3 Rhythms 2 Foot Pedals Great learn as you go practice pad for beginner and a perfect electric drum set for kids
- [HEADPHONES INCLUDED AND 2 BUILT-IN SPEAKER]: QoQoba roll up practice Electronic drum pad set includes a premium headphones that can connect to AUX Jack for night/quiet practice mode or just play anywhere you feel inspired to drum without barriers or disturbing others (with headphones connected). Headphones can also be repurposed as it is also compatible with all phones (Apple/Android)! A Great drum set for kids or late night drum lessons practice pad
- [RECHARGEABLE BATTERY]: QoQoba digital drum set is powered by a rechargeable battery, up to 10 hours playtime per charge. You can take it with you anytime & anywhere after a good charge for outdoor plays, choir practice, studio, music/drum lessons etc
- [MIDI AND GAMES]: With the standard/USB MIDI jack, you can connect the drum pad to external speakers for family entertainment/gathering performance or to computers for advanced music production or also play games like DTXMania. Great Pro electronic drum practice pad for Adults needing MIDI features
- [COMPLETE BEGINNER DRUM SET]: Perfect starter drum sets needed for children/beginner taking drum lessons. Includes a Headphone, 7 Drum Pad and Sticks , Foot Pedals , charger, manual etc. Perfect Musical Instruments for kids ages 3 and up years and also a good musical toy gift for birthday or Christmas
User questions & answers
Question: | Does this work with ableton |
Answer: | Yes I can double kick it has it's technique |
Question: | Are they loud? Looking for a set that is very loud so neighborhood kids can do music class |
Answer: | No. It comes with cables that go into the drum head and symbols and connects to module. |
Question: | Can I use without pedals |
Answer: | They are NOT dual zone. The snare is dual zone. The toms are single zone. |
Question: | Can you listen to music on your iPhone while plugged in and playing the drum set? (playing/learning along with a set/song |
Answer: | This is not compatible with MIDI. I tried it and it doesn’t work with any software. Some investigation revealed that it doesn’t comply to the MIDI spec (never sends note off) so it can’t work with any software. |
Product description
"OcarinaWind" 6.3" C Major Steel Tongue Drum Navy Blue 8 Notes with Elegant Quality Drum Bag and Couple of Mallets
This "OcarinaWind" steel tongue drum is handmade by professional craftsmen. Although it is simple in structure, the sound is very pleasant and it is a kind of sound like Buddha's tones. It is easier to learn and has a wider range of sounds. Even beginners can easily master and play wonderful music. No need for foundation, no need for talent, it is very suitable for children's music education, so that he can play with ease and will not feel boring. At the same time, because its voice is very ethereal, it is also used in spiritual healing and yoga meditation. It is very helpful to calm people's emotions.Methods of Enjoying
Using hands or mallets. Playing it with hands demands higher standards of hands’ power and more accurate tapping position, therefore using mallets is your first choice(especially for new). The sound under the mallets will be more penetrating, purer and more ethereal. Holding the mallet 1/3 and tapping the middle of tongue head, you will get the prefect sound. If some "noise" comes out when you playing it, it is mostly caused by tapping incorrect location.
Features:
- Handcrafted by professional craftsmen, it can produce a clean, ethereal, Buddha-like sound.
- Applicable to a variety of fields, including music education, mind healing, yoga meditation and so on.
- There are a total of 8 tones in C major, which have a wider range of sound and can play more music.
- Come with drum sticks and dedicated carrying bag.
Drum Material: Titanium Steel Alloy;
Style: Drum Surface Simulation & Multi-Sensor Type
Drum weight: 0.5 kg
Drum Size(L x W x H): 6.3" x 2" x 6.3" / 16 x 5 x 16 cm
Package Contents: 1 x Steel Tongue Drum, 2 x Steel Drum Mallet, 1 x Velvet Drum Bag, 1 x Tone sticker
- Beautifully finished: 6.3" C Major hardened steel tongue drum emits pure, soothing notes. Playing a tongue drum can relieve stress and bring relaxation and peaceful energy into your life.
- Perfect tuning: 8 tongues are precision cut with lasers for perfect tuning, which have a range of sound and can be played with mallets or with your fingers. It range from Cto c (CDEFGABc). This small steel drum can produce beatiful sound. The sound will flow through your ear into your heart and make your calm and relax.
- Wide Use: Applicable to a variety of fields, including music education, family party,mind healing, yoga meditation and so on. With many of musical scores, even beginners can play extremely pleasant music in accordance with the score.
- Easy to learn: It range from Cto c (CDEFGABc),so the drum is very easy for children and adults to learn to play music. Usually after 5 minutes practice, you can play easy songs. So this is good gift idea for children or for music enlightenment education.
- All Includes: 1 x 6.3" Steel Tongue Drum, 2 x Steel Drum Mallet, 1 x Velvet Drum Bag, 1 x Tone sticker
User questions & answers
Question: | Are there any instructions to download? Mine did not come with any |
Answer: | I have two cats that love to nap on this blanket - and one is a big male Maine Coon that generates a lot of cat hair. I have machine washed and dried this blanket on cool temps and it came out looking like new. |
Question: | Where do the numbers go |
Answer: | No sure but poorly made |
Product description
Description:
100% brand new and high quality
A real money saver for music lovers. Bring the rhythm of Africa to life with these authentic miniature djembe drums. These are exceptional home decorations and great for kids as well.
Features:
Traditional African Musical Instrument
Easy to Play
Makes a Great Sound
Fun to Use
Great starter drum
NOTICE:Sometime there are some flaw, such as scratches,scars and different color etc.on the surface (as picture shown) ,but not effect to use.Please make sure you do not mind before you bid. Thank you!
Specifications:
Size: 4 inch
Height:app.20cm/7.87''
Diameter of drumhead:app. 11cm/4.33''
Main material: Wood , goat skin
Color:as picture shown.Pattern will be sent in random!
Quantity: 1 pc
Note:
Transition: 1cm=10mm=0.39inch
No retail package.
Please allow 1-3mm error due to manual measurement. pls make sure you do not mind before you bid.
Due to the difference between different monitors, the picture may not reflect the actual color of the item. Thank you!
Package includes:
1 x 4 inch African drum(other accessories demo in the picture is not included.)
- ✿ Main material: Wood , goat skin
- ✿ Color:as picture shown.Pattern will be sent in random
- ✿ A real money saver for music lovers. Bring the rhythm of Africa to life with these authentic miniature djembe drums
- ✿ These are exceptional home decorations and great for kids as well
Product description
Features:
Made of qualitied metal, sturdy and durable, ensure a long time use. T shape design of the continuous motion key makes it Perfect for quickly and easily removing and replacing drumheads. Lightweight and portable, easy to use and carry. Delicate workmanship with good texture, smooth surface for you to use. Essential tool for any drummer, suitable for most drum.
Spec:
Condition: 100% Brand New
Material: Metal
Weight: Approx. 39g / 1.4oz
Total Size: Approx. 5.5 * 3.8cm / 2.2 * 1.5in
Drum Key Hole Size: Approx. 5.4 * 5.4mm / 0.2 * 0.2in
Optional Color: Gold, Black, Silver, Bronze
Package list:
1 * Drum Tuning Key Only
Notice:
Please allow slight deviation for the color and measurement. Thanks for your understanding.
- Essential tool for any drummer, suitable for most drum.
- Delicate workmanship with good texture, smooth surface for you to use.
- Made of qualitied metal, sturdy and durable, ensure a long time use.
- Lightweight and portable, easy to use and carry.
- T shape design of the continuous motion key makes it Perfect for quickly and easily removing and replacing drumheads.
Product description
Features:
Made from high quality plastic material, lightweight and durable. It makes fresh, natural and clear sound. With a screw for adjustment of tightness, can be easily attached to most stands of drum. Comes with a drum stick. Nice tool for drum lovers. Also good for baby education to train their coordination ability of listening and action.
Specification:
Material: ABS + Metal
Color Options: Blue; Red
Cowbell Size: Approx. 12.8 x 3.8cm / 5 x 1.5inch
Drumstick Length: Approx. 8.5cm / 3.35inch
Weight: Approx. 370g
Package List:
1 x Cowbell
1 x Drum Stick
- EASY TO INSTALL & USE:With a screw for adjustment of tightness, can be easily attached to most stands of drum.Comfortable grip handle for carrying.Comes with a stick, easy to carry and storage.
- HIGH QUALITY:This percussion cowbell is made of qualified ABS plastic material, lightweight and durable to use. Ensures a long time service.
- BEAUTIFUL SOUND:Fresh, natural and clear sound.
- USAGE:This cow bell is a nice tool for drum lovers. Also good for baby education to train their coordination ability of listening and action.
- COST-EFFECTIVE:Good quality with reasonable price, you're worth it.
Product description
Feel The Difference Mesh Can Make
At Alesis Drums they know that feel and natural-response is a must have for an immersive, expressive drumming experience. Introducing the Alesis Nitro Mesh Kit, an addition to Alesis' all-mesh kit roster that delivers the most realistic playing experience modern drummers demand. The Nitro Mesh Kit is a complete eight-piece electronic drum set featuring Alesis' next-generation mesh head drum technology - The unanimous preference of electronic drummers for their natural feel and ultra-quiet response, ideal for late night practice sessions and privately honing your drum skills. Don’t settle for second best, discover the new standard in electronic drums with Alesis drums.
Pro-Performance Mesh Heads
The Convenience of electronic drums fused with the response of a traditional acoustic set. The Nitro Mesh Kit comes complete with an 8 Inch dual-zone mesh snare drum, 8 Inch mesh toms, 10 Inch cymbals, custom-designed Alesis hi-hat and kick pedals, and a durable four post aluminum rack.
Everything You Need
Right out-the-box, the Alesis Drums Nitro Mesh Kit doesn’t disappoint and guarantees to get you playing drums immediately. All the cabling, a power supply, and a drum key are included for easy, hassle-free setup; we even include a pair of drum sticks.
Sound Matters
It’s not just about the feel, Alesis drum’s Nitro Kit features a core sound-set ready for any genre you throw at it. With 385 drum and cymbal sounds, expertly curated into a collection of 40 ready-to play sets, we give you everything you need to supercharge your performance.
Sharpen Your Skills
Nail that all-important drum fill and lock down the groove with the Nitro Mesh Kit’s powerful practice-centric features. With 60 built-in play-along tracks, a sequencer, metronome and performance recorder, Nitro Mesh Kit is an ideal tool that gets the best out of your performance.
Connectivity Covered
Pump up the volume or practice in silence – whatever your preference, the Nitro Mesh Kit has you covered. With a 1/8 Inch headphone output, stereo ¼ Inch TRS outputs and a 1/8 Inch aux input, hassle-free rehearsals, practice and recording sessions couldn’t be simpler.
Creative Control
Take command of your studio, capture your creativity and discover a world of virtual instruments. With Nitro Mesh’s USB-MIDI and MIDI In/Out ports, transmit MIDI information directly to a computer and unite your synthesiser, drum machines and more for expanded performance potential.
- Next generation mesh Performance: All-mesh drum heads deliver the most realistic, responsive and immersive playing experience modern drummers demand
- Premium eight-piece configuration: 8" Dual-zone snare pad, 8" Tom pads and 10” cymbals: Ride cymbal, hi-hat, Crash w/choke
- In-demand sound | Nitro drum module with 40 ready-to-play classic AND modern kits, 60 play-along tracks and 350+ expertly curated sounds
- Powerful educational features: 60 built-in play-along tracks, sequencer, metronome, aux input and performance recorder help to hone and develop your drum skills
- Everything you need | 4-post aluminum rack, connection cables, drum sticks, drum key and power supply included
User questions & answers
Question: | How much space is required to set this kit up comfortably for a young player (10)? 3 ft x 3 ft.? 4 x 4? Something in between. And please, I understand |
Answer: | Give yourself about 6’ by 6’ to be sure you or your kid are comfortable... |
Question: | Will this work with the video game Rock Band |
Answer: | For Xbox One and Rock Band 4 you will need an Xbox 360 MIDI adapter and a PDP Wired Legacy Adapter, the latter of which is about $700 due to its rarity. For Xbox 360 and Rock Band 1-3, you just need the MIDI adapter mentioned previously. The MIDI out on the drums plugs into the MIDI in on the adapter, the adapter plugs into the Xbox (or PDP wired legacy adapter for Xbox One) via USB, and then you set specific MIDI notes to the pads via the Alesis module or use a pre-existing setup that works. |
Question: | What kind of acessories do I have to buy to have the set operational? I mean cables, amp and things like this |
Answer: | Throne (drum seat), pair of headphones with 1/4" jack or more likely a normal pair of 1/8" headphones + an 1/8" to 1/4" adapter (less than $10 on Amazon. Since this has seperate L and R outputs, I also got a dual L/R 1/4" to single 1/8" steareo adapter to ensure it plays in both ears. Also, I would highly suggest an amp whether or not you plan on using headphones. This thing is very low power and sound is very soft with headohones--plug kit into amp and headphones into amp headphone output. |
Question: | I cannot place the new model side-by-side and compare. What’s the difference between them |
Answer: | Alesis support here! The only difference between the Nitro Kit and Nitro Mesh Kit is that the Nitro Mesh Kit includes mesh heads, which provide both a more realistic feel to playing acoustic drums, and it also allows for softer sounding hits. If you have any other questions, please feel free to email me directly at [email protected]. |
Product features
Perfect Feel, Natural Response
At Alesis Drums we know perfect feel and natural-response is a must have for an immersive, expressive drumming experience. Introducing the Alesis Nitro Mesh Kit, the latest addition to our critically acclaimed all-mesh kit roster that delivers the most realistic playing experience modern drummers demand.
60 Bonus Drum Lessons from Melodics
Alesis & Melodics have teamed up to bring Alesis customers 60 bonus lessons when you register your Alesis drum kit. With Melodics, choose a genre you love, or even a technique you want to master - whatever your skill level, there’s something there for everyone. Fusing an engaging, fun interface and instant feedback on our selected lesson, Melodics guarantees to get you playing – and playing better – right from the get-go!
Product description
PylePro Model : PTED01Tabletop Digital Drum Machine KitElectronic Table Digital Drum Kit Top w/ 7 Pad Digital Drum Kit System Features: LED Control DisplayHeadphone & USB Outputs Kick, Hi-Hat & DC Power InputsUSB Port Doubles as MIDI In/Out7 Drum Pads with Touch Sensitivity2 Different Voice Metronome System215 Percussion Voices & 128 GM Voices25 Preset Drum Kits & 5 User Drum KitsDimensions: 19. 65" (L) x 14. 5" (W) x 6. 2" (D)This electronic table top drum kit is an all-in-one wonder. It's super-customizable, lightweight, and portable - the ultimate tabletop kit for the drummer on-the-go. Each of the seven pads has touch sensitivity for an accurate response. Use one of the built-in 25 presets, or create and store your own kit by choosing from 215 different percussion voices. Use the internal speakers, or envelope yourself in percussive rhythms by plugging in your own headphones. There's more: this kit comes with two pedals so you can get the real feel of a kick drum and hi-hat pedal. You can connect this unit to your computer using the USB cable - it'll function as a MIDI controller for your favorite computer software to get even more functionality You can also play along with the built-in songs. This kit includes a built-in metronome and reverb effect. It runs on batteries or the included AC adaptor. With the PTED01, you'll be making beats in no time.
- VERSATILE DIGITAL DRUM KIT: The portable drum set is developed to resemble, sound and play like an actual drum set at a fraction of the size! Play the drums to pre-recorded drum kits and songs or record your own
- CONNECT TO MAC & PC: You can connect the drums table to your computer using the USB cable – it’ll function as a MIDI controller for your favorite computer software to get even more functionality
- PLAY THE DRUMS ANYWHERE: This portable drum kit is powered by the included AC adaptor or you can go wireless and runs on batteries (6 "C" size batteries). Take your drum kit wherever you go
- PLAY FOR ONE, PLAY FOR ALL: Pump up the volume with the digital drum machine and play for a crowd or take advantage of the headphone jack and plug in your headphones for a personal drumming session
- EDIT & RECORD: The drums digital top panel control center comes equipped with an LCD screen and a ton of audio configuration controls that will allow you to create some truly unique and customizable music
User questions & answers
Question: | Can i plug this into a recording program? such as presonus/studio one and be able to lay tracks |
Answer: | Yes. Any product with a usb out and midi advertised allows you to connect and use it with any major recording program (DAW software) on the market today - generally most OS (Windows, Mac, Linux) these days will work out of the box without installing drivers. It will translate trigger and pressure response into midi signals and whatever drum kit or other instrument patch you wish to hook into in your software will be recognized with it. Just be aware that with most midi controllers you will be manually programming which pads correspond to which instrument notes in software - they often don't work out of the box perfectly without a good deal of tinkering to make each pad correspond to the specific drum you want. But there are many guides online on how to do this. |
Question: | does this kit come with sticks |
Answer: | Yes it does come with a set of sticks |
Question: | I'm an adult that is thinking about picking up the drums but I have almost no experience with them at all. Would this kit be a good place to start? How applicable would the progress I make be to a real drum set? Unfortunately, I live in an apartment and a real drum set isn't an option presently |
Answer: | This is a great set. Sounds like my $1500 electronic drum set on my keyboard amp or headphones. You'll want to get really good headphones, but this is a great system to start on. I had to make a stand to anchor the foot pedals. And even then, the high hat and kicker don't fire every time. But I felt I got my money's worth. I've since upgraded to a Yamaha dtx-562. But that cost about ten times as much. Have fun! :-) |
Question: | Will this make me be able to play exactly like Neil Peart? Or do I have to spend more on a better kit |
Answer: | Yes, this drum kit will make you better than Neil Peart. This kit is one thousand times better than any kit on the market. Beware however; if you want to play as good as Keith Moon, you must drink several bottles of booze and consume mass quantities of pills. |
Product features
PylePro Portable Drums
This electronic table top drum kit is an all-in-one wonder. It's super-customizable, lightweight, and portable - the ultimate tabletop kit for the drummer on-the-go. Each of the seven pads has touch sensitivity for an accurate response. Use one of the built-in 25 presets, or create and store your own kit by choosing from 215 different percussion voices.
CONNECT TO MAC & PC
You can connect the drums table to your computer using the USB cable – it’ll function as a MIDI controller for your favorite computer software to get even more functionality
EDIT & RECORD
The drums digital top panel control center comes equipped with an LCD screen and a ton of audio configuration controls that will allow you to create some truly unique and customizable music
HEADPHONE & USB INPUT
Pump up the volume with the digital drum machine and play for a crowd or take advantage of the headphone jack and plug in your headphones for a personal drumming session
PLAY FOR ONE, PLAY FOR ALL
hat will allow you to create some truly unique and customizable music.
7 DRUMS PAD
This digital drum kit is powered by the included AC adaptor or you can go wireless and runs on batteries (6 "C" size batteries).
2 DIGITAL FOOT PEDAL CONTROLLERS
this kit comes with two pedals so you can get the real feel of a kick drum and hi-hat pedal. You can connect this unit to your computer using the USB cable.
Product description
Total Command of Your Drumming Performance
The Alesis Command Mesh Kit is a complete 8-piece electronic drum kit that includes everything the modern drummer needs to play like a pro. It features a 10” dual-zone mesh snare and three 8” dual-zone mesh tom pads for great feel and natural response, plus an 8” mesh kick tower pad with pedal. Three cymbals provide a virtually unlimited range of playing expression: a ride cymbal, crash cymbal with choke function and hi-hat. Not only do the mesh heads deliver unmatched response and playability, the compact size means the Command Kit goes where larger kits can’t. Discover the new standard in electronic drums with the Alesis Command Mesh Kit.
In-Demand Sound, Forward-Thinking Features
The creative-core of the Command Mesh Kit, thee Command Drum Module features 70 drum kits (50 factory + 20 user) with over 600 sounds, 60 play-along tracks built-in and even an on-board metronome. Total customisation guaranteed, the Command Drum Module also features a USB memory stick input, perfect for loading 3rd party .WAV samples and assigning these to any zone of any mesh pad on the Command Mesh Kit. With customised kit configurations, loading drum, melodic, bass, play-along tracks and FX sampled couldn’t be simpler - the sonic and creative possibilities are virtually limitless
- Natural feel, premium response | 8 inch mesh kick drum tower with kick drum pedal (included), 10 inch dual zone mesh snare and three 8 inch dual zone mesh tom pads
- Express yourself | 10 inch cymbals: Ride cymbal, Hi hat, crash w/choke
- In demand sound | command drum module with 70 kits, 60 play along tracks, 600+ sounds, custom sample loading via USB
- Connectivity covered | inbuilt sequencer to record your own playing, connect your MP3 player to the aux input for jamming to your favorite tracks or record / control midi using on board USB / midi inputs / outputs
- Everything you need | 4 post chrome rack, connection cables, drum sticks, drum key and power supply included
User questions & answers
Question: | What voltage is this |
Answer: | The one I received was black.. |
Question: | Does this come with the kick drum pedal and hi hit pedal |
Answer: | Unfortunately, our company only carries the "Rhythm Kids" Remo Floor Tom Drum at this time. This drum has a wide variety of round and warm tones dependent upon the performer's playing position. Thank you for your interest in the product! |
Question: | Do the cymbals have three zones or two |
Answer: | I guess I have a different opinion of these bongo drums. They sound ok, but I think some of the drums made for younger kids sound MUCH better. I wanted to like them but found the sound to be lacking and graphics kind of cheap. My 2 year old loves drumming things around the house and said "bongo drums" pretty early, but when he got these drums he was disappointed by the sound and quickly moved on to a table to resume drumming. I believe he got more enjoyment from the box.I see they're now selling for $18. I spent $30. Not worth $30. |
Question: | Why isn't the hi hat pedal shown on example |
Answer: | The stick it comes with is kind of loud. My daughter uses her hands (we lost stick) and it doesn't bother me a bit. This drum is awesome!!! It's so durable. They should love you for getting such an amazing gift! My 2 year old loves it and so do my 6 and 8 year old nieces. |
Product features
Experience Total Command of Your Drumming Performance
At Alesis Drums we know perfect feel and natural response is a must have for an immersive, expressive drumming experience. Introducing The Alesis Command Mesh Kit, a complete 8-piece electronic drum kit that includes everything the modern drummer needs to play like a pro.
60 Drum Bonus Lessons from Melodics
Alesis & Melodics have teamed up to bring Alesis customers 60 bonus lessons when you register your Alesis drum kit. Getting started couldn’t be simpler - register your Alesis drum kit on the Alesis website, return to Melodics.com, download the Melodics App on your phone, table or laptop, and enter your promo code during the sign-up process – it’s that simple!
Product description
Best Selling Successor To The Iconic SR-16 Alesis knows drums. Our SR-16 has dominated the drum machine market since 1990 and continues to be in demand today. The next-generation SR-18 is loaded with cutting-edge drumsets, electronic drums, one-shot hits, and modern percussion sounds for any cutting-edge musician’s performances and compositions. Fusing 500 professional drum & percussion sounds, 50 bass sounds, on-board digital effects for added realism, stock & user customisable patterns, complete MIDI support, performance driven connectivity options, Alesis’ exclusive Dynamic Articulation and a compact, studio-friendly footprint, SR-18 can be heard on countless records, praised for its natural realistic sound and true versatility. Taking your production to the next level of professionalism just got a whole lot easier with SR-18 - the true successor to the legendary SR-16! In-Demand Sound SR-18 features a pro selection of 500 realistic, cutting-edge drumsets, electronic drums, one-shot hits, and modern percussion sounds for any modern musician’s performances and compositions. Realistic Performances Guaranteed Our exclusive Dynamic Articulation™ feature enables SR-18’s drum sound to change its tonal content as it's played harder for truly realistic performances. Patterns for Days! The SR-18 features 100 preset patterns captured by top studio drummers, not just programmed and quantized. Plus, there’s enough built-in rhythmic variations (with A, B and two Fill sections) for composing complete arrangements. The Personal Touch Looking for more customisation? SR-18 doesn’t disappoint! You can create and save your own customized patterns and songs with space for 200 totally unique user patterns using the 12 velocity sensitive pads. Your Creative Centrepiece With SR-18, plug in an instrument, such as a guitar, and play along for complete setup simplicity. You can play in bass parts using the pads on SR18 or connect a MIDI keyboard for fast, musical low end. Production Power - Anywhere! SR-18 can be powered by AC or batteries, so whenever or wherever you need to lay down a groove, you’re ready to roll. It’s time for you to step up to the next Alesis drum machine. From hip-hop to country and everything in between, SR18 nails it on the first take. SR18 has an effects engine with Alesis reverb, EQ, and compression so you can output recording or performance-ready sounds. Dynamic Articulation™ enables sound to change in color and timbre, the same way that acoustic instruments do for truly realistic performances. SR18 can be powered by AC or batteries, so whenever or wherever you need to lay down a groove, you’re ready to roll. It’s time for the next Alesis drum machine.
- A Studio Icon - Legendary classic drum machine for songwriters, live perform-ers and remix engineers
- In Demand Sound - 500 professional sounds included, built-in digital effects for added realism and powered by Alesis exclusive Dynamic Articulation
- Seamless MIDI Connectivity - Complete MIDI support for use with keyboards, computers, DAWs and electronic drum kits
- Production Essentials - Pattern Play Mode enables different patterns to be trig-gered from the pads directly; programmable Drum Roll function; tap tempo for instant beats exactly as you want them
- Production Anywhere - Flexible wall (adapter included) and battery powering (six AA, not included)
User questions & answers
Question: | will this machine let you tap out you beats ,for recording already written songs |
Answer: | No Electronic Drum Set normally includes Bass Drum Pedals, Thrones or Sticks. |
Question: | Other than the additional 100 patterns, what are the main differences between this and the sr16? better chip? more features? anything |
Answer: | I don't have a decibel meter, but I can tell you it is unlikely anyone in an adjacent apartment will know you are playing. Maybe if your drums are set up right next to the dividing apartment wall *and* you're beating the heck out of them then your neighbor might notice a slight ticking sound with each hit. Within your own apartment, others will most likely hear it. If someone is in a bedroom with the door closed and the TV on, and you're in another room with the door closed, then maybe they won't notice anything. It is exactly the same noise as a practice pad - even the mesh heads. So, no it's not silent, but it's 100x quieter than a real set. |
Question: | Do I have to plug the machine into en amp? My hammon organ feeds directly into the leslie |
Answer: | The sound and feel are great and as close as the real thing as it can get from an electronic set. The Mesh material in the heads gives the bounce of the drum stick almost the same as hitting a real drum. The many different types of drum sets sounds that can be changed with the push of a button is something a real drummer set will never give you. Having said that, there's still something that won't ever replace a real drum set. The two main reasons I went this route versus a real set are because I don't have much space as this set takes less space as a real one. Secondly because real sets are very loud! I work from home and also needed sanity. With this, my son can practice any time of the day with his drum headphones without disturbing me working on the room next door. He plays a real one with one of his friends and the practice he gets on his helps him tremendously. This set also requires zero maintenance or tuning. A real set needs to be constantly tuned to sound good. |
Question: | What kind of speaker system is recommended with this drum machine |
Answer: | The Firth 5AN is 16" in length; this is is 16 1/4". The 5AN is .565" in diameter; this is .551". The two pair are identical in weight. |
Product features
The Next-Generation
The next-generation SR18 is loaded with cutting-edge drumsets, electronic drums, and one-shot hits for any cutting-edge performances and compositions.
Easy to Use
Alesis' exclusive Dynamic Articulation technology modifies sample sounds so they change as you play them. This results in authentic sounding drum samples.
Built-in Alesis Effects
The SR18 is equipped with an effects engine containing Alesis reverb, EQ, and compression so you can output recording or performance-ready sounds.
Instrument Input
The Alesis SR18 has a 1/4" input on the back so you can plug in an instrument, such as a guitar, and play along to your programmed beats!
Mute/Solo Function
The Alesis SR18 enables you to mute individual instruments or even individual pieces of a drum kit, giving you total control of the mood of the performance.
MIDI implementation
The SR18 makes it extremely easy to connect a MIDI keyboard to play the built-in bass synth or set the SR18 to be timed with other samplers and devices.
Features
Large, 32MB sound set with percussion bank and bass synth.
Over 500 drum and percussion sounds and 50 bass sounds.
Pattern Play Mode enables different patterns to be triggered from the pads directly.
Tap tempo for instant beats exactly as you want them.
- 1.Loyal to the acoustic drum sampling of the real drum, test and adjust the details of each timbre repeatedly , making the sound more realistic and excellent , shorten the shock response to the extreme to avoid the sound delay. Can practice at home or for band performances!
- 2.The more delicate 8-inch all mesh drumhead, the feel is close to the real drum , helping you to practice as a good drummer.
- 3.The 12-inch silicone cymbal has a stable and well-distributed tone response at any position of the cymbal. The collapsible iron metal stand is more stable and safe.
- 4.225 timbre, 30 demo song, can be connected to MP3 to play songs,.Easy to practice, wearing headphones will not disturb others.
- 5.No Risk, 30 Days Unconditional Money Back Guarantee Backed Up By Our Awesome Customer Support, you can rest assured to buy our products.
Product features
Donner aim to create new experiences in music and performance.
Relying on its strong and efficient research & development team,
Donner is resolved to continue to create innovative and excellent instruments
which maintain the high quality that inspires professional artists and creators.
Designed to grow with you
If you need to practice your favorite songs, you can connect your computer or MP3. You can use your headphones to practice without making noise. Donner DED-200 are more suitable for practicing at home, lowering the volume than the acoustic drums with louder decibels. When you need to perform outside, you can fold the stand to save a lot of space and it is more convenient.
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