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Review Summary
2014-01-20T19:00:00
This is my first set of electronic drums. I know there are far better drum sets, but the prices were way out of my range. I'm using the drums to record in my home studio...so primarily as a midi triggering device using the enclosed USB cable. I couldn't be happier! I'm not sure I'm missing anything that the more expensive sets might offer. My buddy (who is a drummer) noted that the snare head isn't as responsive as a mesh head might be...so someday I may replace it...but the whole set feels solid and takes hard playing in stride! I noticed that the rock set which comes as a preset on the Alesis is the same as the standard rock set you find in any software, so if you just want to bang on the drum all day, it's a good setting. I'm using software sounds for recording so I can get pretty much any sound I want. GREAT VALUE!
Mark F.
The DM6 Kit from Alesis is a complete electronic drum set with every component needed to start playing drums. The included DM6 drum sound module features 108 high-quality percussion sounds. The pads and cymbals have a natural playing feel that will appeal to veteran drummers and newcomers alike. The snare pad features two separate triggers for rim-shot and snare sounds. Compared to other electronic drum sets in this price range, the DM6 Kit is remarkably versatile and well-equipped.
There are two separate audio outputs on the DM6, one for connecting your headphones and another to connect to a sound system or an amplifier. This makes the DM6 Kit ideal for both practice and performance. The rubber surfaces of the cymbals and pads provide an excellent playing surface, while remaining quiet so you can play anytime without disturbing anyone. You can connect its USB port to a computer to use the DM6 Kit as a MIDI controller for drum software.
All of the components of the DM6 Kit are built to withstand the abuse of drumming. You can assign sounds to your liking and even change the rim-shot sound on the snare to trigger other sounds like a cowbell. It features a built-in metronome and patterns so you can sharpen your skills. It also gives you the ability to plug in an external device like an MP3 player so you can jam along with your favorite music.