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Alesis SR-16 Classic Drum Machine with 200+ Drum/Percussion Sounds
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Alesis SR-16 Classic Drum Machine with 200+ Drum/Percussion Sounds

SKU: ALSSR16X110 MFR: SR16X110
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$159.00
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Key Features

  • Discover pristine sound quality with 233 professional drum and percussion sounds.
  • Unleash your creativity with 12 velocity-sensitive pads featuring Dynamic Articulation.
  • Effortlessly integrate into your setup using versatile MIDI connectivity options.
  • Enjoy intuitive operation with a user-friendly interface for seamless music creation.
  • Rely on robust build quality, ensuring durability for both studio and live performances.
  • Access an extensive library of 400 patterns and 100 songs to inspire your next track.
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Can I integrate the SR-16 Classic Drum Machine with my digital audio workstation?

Yes, the SR-16 Classic Drum Machine provides complete MIDI implementation, allowing for seamless integration with most digital audio workstations for enhanced music production capabilities.

Does the SR-16 allow for the creation of custom drum patterns?

Absolutely, the SR-16 is designed with flexible programming and editing features that enable users to create, save, and customize their own drum patterns and songs.

Are the preset patterns on the SR-16 quantized or performed by real drummers?

The 50 preset patterns on the SR-16 are actually played in by top studio drummers, providing authentic grooves and beats for your music compositions.

What is Dynamic Articulation in the context of the SR-16 Drum Machine?

Dynamic Articulation is an exclusive feature of the SR-16 that allows drum sounds to change their tonal content as they're played with varying intensity, delivering a more realistic and expressive drumming experience.

Can I use the SR-16 Drum Machine for live performances?

Yes, the SR-16 is well-suited for live performances, offering velocity-sensitive pad buttons and a footswitch input for hands-free control, making it a reliable accompanist on stage.

Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?JENNY H : need me some practice grooves

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Review Summary

2023-07-02T17:18:24

Rated 4 out of 5

The Reigning Classic

The Alesis SR-16 is a wonderfully fun and powerful drum machine. I have not used the sequencer functionality at all. Instead I have programmed MIDI patterns in my DAW and triggered my custom drum kits in it. The sound output has an element of noise and that definitely affects its use as a truly professional instrument. To get around this and also to really make your drums mixed properly, I recommend recording each drum sample, denoising them, and loading into sampler instances in your DAW. This way you can adjust the phase of each sound to fully gel and also you can process individual sounds as well. My only complaints beyond the noise floor are that the pitch adjust range is not a full octave up and down and there is no decay parameter like those of the Alesis SR-18 & Akai XR-20. The drum samples are quite good and, for a machine that is over 30 years old, sound good for a multitude of genres. I have made techno and electronic tracks with it and, while the drum sounds lean acoustic, they are varied enough and have enough character for serious work. Let's see if Alesis will be making this in another 30 years. I'd almost be surprised if they didn't.

Tom N.

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Alesis SR-16 Specifications

  • Audio Outputs

    4 (2 stereo pairs)

  • Pads

    12 velocity sensitive (with Dynamic Articulation)

  • Sample/DAC Bit Resolution

    16/18

  • Sounds

    233

  • Sounds Accessible via Pads

    12

  • Sounds Accessible via MIDI

    120

  • Polyphony

    16 voice

  • Panning

    7-position user programmable

  • Velocity Response

    8 loudness levels via pads, 127 via MIDI

  • Timing Resolution

    96 ppq

  • Time Signature Range

    1-128 beats per pattern

  • Tempo Range

    20-255 bpm

  • Notes/Patterns/Songs

    12,000/400 (200 user, 200 preset)/100

  • Kits

    50 user, 50 preset

  • MIDI Program Change Response

    Kit

  • Sync

    MIDI Clock/Song Position Pointer

  • Footswitch Jacks/Functions

    2; start/stop, count/A/B/fill

  • Other Functions

    Sound stacking, step editing, stereo samples with reverb and ambience

  • Dynamic Articulation

    Modulates tone

  • Power

    12VDC External Transformer

  • Dimensions (WxHxD)

    9.25 x 1.5 x 6.5" (23.50 x 3.81 x 16.51cm)

  • Weight

    2.5 lbs (1.13kg)

  • UPC Code

    694318001004

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About Alesis SR-16

Just imagine having a music revolution at your fingertips with the SR-16 Classic Drum Machine, a timeless piece of equipment that has been the go-to choice for songwriters, live performers, and remix engineers worldwide. This iconic drum machine, renowned for its impressive collection of 233 realistic, natural drum and percussion sounds, has been a game-changer in the music industry.

The SR-16 doesn't just offer dry sounds; it also provides samples enriched with our unparalleled digital reverbs. Our exclusive Dynamic Articulation feature takes realism to the next level, allowing drum sounds to change their tonal content as they're played harder, mimicking the nuances of a live performance.

This Alesis drum machine comes pre-loaded with 50 preset patterns, each one meticulously played in by top studio drummers rather than simply programmed and quantized. With A, B, and two Fill sections, the SR-16 offers a wealth of rhythmic variations, enabling you to compose complete arrangements with ease.

But the SR-16 doesn't stop at presets. It allows you to create and save your own customized patterns and songs, offering flexible programming and editing features for a truly personalized music-making experience.

Equipped with complete MIDI implementation, a footswitch input, and velocity-sensitive pad buttons, the SR-16 is as versatile as it is user-friendly. It's designed to get you up and running, composing new music in no time.

Whether you're seeking a songwriting partner or a reliable accompanist for live performances, the SR-16 Classic Drum Machine stands as the all-time world standard. Experience the sleek, modern, and innovative design of this sophisticated musical instrument, brought to you by Alesis, a brand synonymous with high-quality musical equipment.

Alesis SR-16 Features

  • Complete MIDI support for use with keyboards, computers and electronic drum kits
  • 233 professional sounds included
  • Built-in digital effects for added realism
  • Create and save your own customized patterns and songs

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 12 months for parts and 12 months for labor.

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Key Features

  • Discover pristine sound quality with 233 professional drum and percussion sounds.
  • Unleash your creativity with 12 velocity-sensitive pads featuring Dynamic Articulation.
  • Effortlessly integrate into your setup using versatile MIDI connectivity options.
  • Enjoy intuitive operation with a user-friendly interface for seamless music creation.
  • Rely on robust build quality, ensuring durability for both studio and live performances.
  • Access an extensive library of 400 patterns and 100 songs to inspire your next track.

What's in the box:

  • Alesis SR-16 Classic Drum Machine
  • Power Adapter
  • User Manual
  • Alesis 1 Year Warranty