Despite all the benefits we are getting from today’s rapid technological progress, sometimes, we just want to keep things simple. This could refer to any aspect of life but, in this case, we will stick to music. Drum machines are inevitable tools of every producer and musician, and the Alesis SR16 is definitely one of their favorite toys. … Read more
If you are looking for a fun and casual tabletop electronic drum set, then the Alesis CompactKit 4 is a great option with a low price tag. This set is great for both kids and adults. It’s super compact, so you can transport it around very easily and pack it away when necessary. Keep reading … Read more
Electronic drums are not just expensive toys for professionals anymore. These days, you can find plenty of affordable kits that work well for both beginners and intermediate players. Still, a big drawback of these entry-level kits is rubber drum heads. Every drummer prefers natural feel and sound while playing, even with headphones in ears. Moreover, … Read more
You probably remember when electronic drum set market was only limited to two Japanese giants: Roland and Yamaha. They were the first that created a wide array of potential electronic kits for appropriate customers. In the last few decades, the electronic drum market exploded and became battleground due to technological advancements. Finally, you do not … Read more
Alesis have sneakily brought out a new electronic drum pad with sampling and looping capability, the Alesis Strike Multipad. This has some similarities in look to the Roland SPD-SX, but also with onboard looping. This is a great thing for the sample pad market. To this date, there are only a few high-end options that … Read more
The Alesis DM6 has been on the market for many years now and it has served as one of the best-selling budget electronic drum sets. It is still competitive in many aspects of electronic drumming if you’re looking for an entry level kit. Similar Electronic Drum Sets to the Alesis DM6 The DM6 drum set … Read more
Alesis have become a real contender in the electronic drum set market. They have introduced numerous popular kits aimed at low to mid price points in recent years. The company is now continuing the very popular Nitro series, with the new Alesis Nitro Mesh Kit. I have been pleasantly surprised at the quality of the … Read more
As an alternative to acoustic drum sets, digital or electronic drum kits have become extremely popular in the last few years. In this article, we are going to review the Alesis Forge Kit. If you’re not familiar with Alesis, it is one of the leading electronic drums manufacturers on the market. If you’re looking for … Read more
As a drummer who spent many years on both acoustic and electronic drum kits, I’ve been pleasantly surprised at the Alesis Nitro Kit. I honestly expected a kit in this price range to be garbage, but it has exceeded my expectations by a long shot. It’s obviously not as fully featured as high end sets, … Read more