Alesis DM6 USB Kit | Eight-Piece Compact Beginner Electronic Drum Set with 8" Snare, 8" Toms, & 12" Cymbals
Color | Black |
Brand | Alesis |
Material | Rubber |
Model Name | dm6 |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 33.8 x 22.4 x 13 inches |
About this item
- Realistic-feeling full electronic drumset, includes DM6 drum module "brain" and everything you need to get started
- Headphone and amplifier outputs to practice quietly or jam out live; USB-MIDI output for sending MIDI data to virtual instruments & software on your computer
- Contains 108 top-notch drum, cymbal, and percussion sounds with aux input for practicing with an external audio source
- Includes kick, snare, (3) tom, (2) cymbals and a hi-hat pad, kick pedal & hi-hat controller
- Dual-zone 8" snare pad expands expressive playing freedom with multiple sounds per pad
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Customer Ratings | ||||||
For beginners | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.4 | 4.5 | 5.0 | 4.5 |
Sound quality | 4.7 | 4.3 | 4.4 | — | 4.2 | 4.0 |
Volume control | 4.7 | — | 4.0 | 4.7 | 4.0 | 4.1 |
Value for money | — | 4.3 | 3.9 | 4.2 | — | 5.0 |
Easy to assemble | — | 4.4 | 4.2 | 4.8 | — | — |
Sold By | — | Asmuse-US | HEYCHAT | Amazon.com | KK Music Store | Amazon.com |
material | Rubber | Mesh | Metal, Sillicon, Plastic | / | — | — |
connector type | aux,usb | USB | USB | USB | — | — |
weight | 37 pounds | 28.66 pounds | — | — | — | 14.5 kilograms |
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Product information
Item Weight | 37 pounds |
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Product Dimensions | 33.8 x 22.4 x 13 inches |
ASIN | B002C4SM5W |
Item model number | DM6 USB Kit |
Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | July 16, 2004 |
Color Name | Black |
Connector Type | aux,usb |
Hardware Interface | USB |
Material Type | Rubber |
Number of Keyboard Keys | 1 |
Drum Set Piece Quantity | 5 |
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What's in the box
Product Description
The Alesis DM6 USB Kit brings the best of Alesis’ 20 years of experience in professional electronic-percussion gear to the aspiring musician in need of a versatile drum set.
The DM6 module features an internal collection with 108 quality drum, cymbal, and percussion sounds. You can edit and save your drum kits for custom sounds using 10 presets and 5 custom slots. The USB output sends the notes you play out as MIDI signal, so you can use the DM6 as a trigger-to-MIDI interface with drum-module software such as BFD, Toontrack, or Reason for a limitless collection of sounds.
You can also connect your smart device or CD player through the DM6’s stereo input jack to play along to your favorite songs.
Like all Alesis drum sets, the DM6 USB Kit features realistic, natural-feeling playing surfaces. To reduce vibration feedback, we selected natural rubber drum and cymbal surfaces for the DM6 Kit’s pads.
This five-piece kit gets you started on a dual-zone snare pad for two-sound compatibility. The DM6 USB Kit also comes with three tom pads, an upright kick-drum pad, and hi-hat, crash, and ride cymbal pads. It even comes with an Alesis bass drum pedal and the kick pad is compatible with any single or double bass drum pedal for your personal feel.
Technical Specs
- Triggers: 1 kick drum pad, 1 hi-hat pedal, 1 hit-hat cymbal, 1 crash cymbal, 1 ride cymbal, 1 dual-zone snare pad, 3 tom pads
- Voices: 108 voices
- Drum Kits: 10 preset kits, 5 user kits
- Patterns: 40 preset patterns, 1 user pattern
- Display: LCD
- Inputs
- 1/8" stereo mix-in
- 25-pin D-sub for cable snake
- Outputs:
- 1/8" stereo master
- 1/8" headphone
- USB: for trigger-to-MIDI interface
- Power: 9V AC, adapter included
Box Contents
- DM6 drum sound module
- (1) DMPad Kick Pad with stand
- (1) DMPedal single kick pedal
- (1) DMHat Pedal hi-hat pedal
- (1) DMPad 8" Dual-Zone Pad
- (3) DMPad 8" Single-Zone Pads
- (3) DMPad 12" Cymbals
- (1) ProRack complete with mounting hardware
- (1) DM6 Kit cable snake
- (1) Drum key
- (2) Drumsticks
- (1) Assembly instructions & quick start guide
From the manufacturer
System Requirements
The Alesis DM6 USB is a stand-alone drum kit. You can play it plugged into any stereo or headphone, or use the USB output to connect with a computer to control music software and expand your songwriting abilities.
- Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1 2GHz, Intel Core 2 Duo.
- Mac OS X 10.6-10.10, 1.6GHz Intel Core Duo, RAM 1GB (minimum).
The perfect choice for the aspiring drummer
The Alesis DM6 USB Kit (formerly DM6 Kit) highlights the best of Alesis' 20 years of experience in professional electronic percussion gear.
This electronic drum set features a completely new sound module with 108 quality drum, cymbal, and percussion sounds. Its pads feel great, and its hardware and rack system are high quality.
The impact-sensitive pads give natural, musical response that will make you feel like you're playing your acoustic kit – without making your neighbors hate you.
- Five-piece electronic drumset with DM6 drum-sound module.
- Realistic, natural-feeling rubber playing surfaces.
- USB-MIDI output for use with drum-module software.
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Unmistakable Alesis FeelLike all Alesis drum sets, the DM6 USB Kit features realistic, natural-feeling playing surfaces. To reduce vibration feedback, we selected natural rubber drum and cymbal surfaces for the DM6 USB Kit's pads. |
Outstanding SoundThe DM6 module features an internal collection of top-notch drum, cymbal, and percussion sounds that will blow you away. Edit and save your drum kits for custom sounds, or you can connect your smart device or CD player and mix it in. |
Rugged HardwareThe DM6 USB Kit mounts on a heavy-duty aluminum rack. The tubing enables you to add on with Alesis and other brands' clamps and mounts. The kit also comes with a full set of mounting hardware and cables, as well as rugged kick drum and hi-hat pedals. |
Features
- Includes everything you need to get started except headphones and a chair.
- DM6 module contains 40 preset practice patterns with visual pad-indicator feedback.
- 108 top-notch drum, cymbal, and percussion sounds.
- 15 programmable drum sets.
- Dual-zone snare pad for rim click and rimshot capability.
- Standard 1 1/2 inch tubing enables you to add on with Alesis and other brands' clamps and mounts.
- Connect your smart device or CD player and mix it in with 1/8 inch input.
- Works with iPad via Apple USB Adaptor (sold separately).
Includes
- DM6 sound module.
- Kick Pad with stand.
- Single kick pedal.
- Hi-hat pedal.
- 8" Dual-Zone Pad.
- 8" Single-Zone Pads.
- 12" Cymbals.
- ProRack complete with mounting hardware.
- DM6 Kit cable snake.
- Drum key.
- Drumsticks.
- Assembly instructions/quick start guide.
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Rack | 2-Post Aluminum Rack | 4-Post Aluminum Rack | 4-Post Aluminum Rack | 4-Post Chrome Rack | 4-Post Chrome Rack |
Dual-Zone Snare Pad | (1) 8" Rubber | (1) 10" Mylar | (1) 10" Mesh | (1) 12" Mylar | (1) 12" Mesh |
Tom Pad | (3) 8" Single-Zone Rubber | (4) 8" Dual-Zone Mylar | (4) 8" Dual-Zone Mesh | (2) 10" and (2) 12" Dual-Zone Mylar | (2) 10" and (2) 12" Dual-Zone Mesh |
Kick Pad | (1) 6" DMPad with stand | (1) 8" RealHead | (1) 8" Mesh | (1) 8" RealHead | (1) 8" Mesh |
DMPad Hi-Hat Cymbal | (1) 12" | (1) 12" | (1) 12" | (1) 12" | (1) 12" |
DMPad Crash Cymbal | (1) 12" | (1) 12" | (2) 12" | (2) 14" | (2) 14" |
DMPad Ride Cymbal | (1) 12" | (1) 14" | (1) 14" | (1) 16" | (1) 16" |
Sounds | 108 | 1047 | 1047 | 1047 | 1047 |
Sound Kits | 10 preset / 5 user | 100 preset / 100 user | 100 preset / 100 user | 100 preset / 100 user | 100 preset / 100 user |
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Customers like the value, ease of assembly, and entertainment value of the musical instruments. For example, they mention it's very good value for money, and worth the investment. That said, they also like the entertainment value, and feel. That being said, opinions are mixed on the quality, sound quality, performance, and responsiveness.
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Customers appreciate the value of the musical instruments. They say it's a good value for money, with a lot of drums for the price. Customers also say the module sounds fine for the money and is worth the investment.
"...I think if you are new to drums and want a good / extremely well priced kit, this is the one for you...." Read more
"...It was difficult to resist the Alesis DM6 with it's attractive price and good reviews so I went for it...." Read more
"...Overall I would say this is a really good set for the price...." Read more
"...Buy something well padded; it's worth the investment...." Read more
Customers find the musical instruments fairly easy to set up and put together. They say the instructions are OK, the module is easy enough to understand, and the wiring setup is simple. Some mention that the pads appear to be pretty straightforward. Overall, most are happy with the ease of assembly and use of the product.
"...Overall a great quality, great depth, great articulation, compact, easy to use, fun...." Read more
"...Lucky me [knocks on wood].The Good:The device was easy to set-up.The module itself is fairly intuitive to use...." Read more
"...This is extremely convenient, because he then can hear his computer, and his drum at the same time, and that makes practicing music really easy...." Read more
"...Setup was difficult as the directions are terrible. Step 1 should be: Find the "drum key." This is required to assemble all of the stands...." Read more
Customers find the musical instruments fun to play. They mention it's a super fun set, great for home play, and easy to set-up and get to playing. The drum sounds are good enough for simple playing along with an iPod at home. The kit is an entry-level kit with fun advanced features, and is pretty good for someone starting out.
"...Both pedals that come with this are actually nice to play on and the hi-hat pedal also feels exactly like the bass pedal so it works good for double..." Read more
"...Its ideal for those in apartments or just wanting not to disturb other in your home.It does what it is supposed to do...." Read more
"...to adjust your playing style to make the sounds you want, it's really natural to play.Pros:..." Read more
"...TLDR; Good entry level kit with some fun advanced features, but you need to modify it a bit to get the full appreciation." Read more
Customers like the feel of the musical instruments. They mention that it has a great feel, has bouncy feel, and is realistic. The heavy duty pedals make it feel very realistic. They say the drums are smooth when you play and are great for beginners. The head action feels natural, and the pads feel very responsive. Overall, the quality feels great.
"...Overall a great quality, great depth, great articulation, compact, easy to use, fun...." Read more
"...All the pads are responsive and have a nice realistic bouncy feel when hit. But I should mention, my first week playing my kick felt way too bouncy...." Read more
"...The frame is strong, the pads feel very responsive and quiet, and the pedals work great...." Read more
"...The kick pad is too bouncy. The pads just aren't sensitive enough for all those little ghost hits...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the musical instruments. Some mention that the build quality is great, and the kit is amazingly reliable. However, others say that the pedals are really solid, but the sticks feel like very cheap 2A's. Some say that it seems too flimsy to be tearing down frequently, and produces low quality output.
"...Tons of options for programming the sets to how you want and individual volume adjusts tops this set...." Read more
"...Three years have passed and I still have the kit. Built sturdier than many acoustic kits I've seen and despite its extensive use the kit is still..." Read more
"...The preset kit sounds out of the box are less than stellar. You can create custom kits with you're favorite voices to alleviate this problem...." Read more
"...since they were just over $300, but I was really surprised by the quality of construction, the capabilities and the sound quality...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the musical instruments. Some mention that all the sounds sounded good, realistic, and amazing. They also say the set has an amazing array of different sounds, fully customizable for each pad. However, others say that the tom sounds are not very loud, and there aren't a ton of sounds available on the module.
"...hi-hat pedal also feels exactly like the bass pedal so it works good for double bass...." Read more
"...eDrums are great for keeping the noise to a minimum while jamming out...." Read more
"...So you hit the crash, and it crashes, but it sounds like you hit the bass drum as well. This again, is annoying, and gets in the way of practicing...." Read more
"...kit on Youtube and it sounded...okay but I was very impressed by the quality of the sound after hearing it in my own headphones...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the musical instruments. Some mention that the pedals work great, and the elements of the drum set work very well. The drum set is extremely easy to assemble, while others say that it didn't work. The 2nd zone for the snare is a little odd to make work, and some say that their sax pad stopped working after almost a year. The problem seemed like a defective system, so they sent the module over to Alesis to get it check.
"...It seems this kit is a good starter set and will work quite well for noobs such as myself.The Bad:..." Read more
"...The hi-hat (granted, very rarely) will sometimes not register an open, and that throws my son's practice off, and he'll have to restart that song,..." Read more
"...kits I've seen and despite its extensive use the kit is still fully functional today and has gotten several positive reactions in front a live..." Read more
"...Yes, the 2nd zone for the snare is a little odd to make work, and the ride cymbal does like to "ping" if I get on it some, but once you get a feel..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the responsiveness of the musical instruments. Some mention that it's pretty responsive, has a nice realistic bouncy feel when hit, and has no latency issues. However, others say that it starts to not register fast paced hits, the hi-hat seems very seldom unresponsive, and the ride response is sporadic.
"...All the pads are responsive and have a nice realistic bouncy feel when hit. But I should mention, my first week playing my kick felt way too bouncy...." Read more
"...There may be a slight delay (milliseconds) from the hit to the sound coming out of the PA...." Read more
"...All of a sudden the quality really came out; ghost notes, striking sensitivity and no missed hits. That's when the real fun began...." Read more
"...The hi-hat pedal is velocity sensitive, allowing you to vary the volume of the hi-hat sound and also allowing for a "splash"..." Read more
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A few issues:
There aren't a ton of sounds available on the module, but you easily get your basic rock sounds and some additional stuff. I would like to run it through software on the computer but I haven't had great success pairing it with the right drumming software. Research using the kit as a controller online first if this is what you plan to use it for, and make sure you have the right equipment/software or are willing to buy it.
A couple tips:
-Watch YouTube vids of people playing the DM6 to get a feel for how it looks/sounds/handles.
-Install the firmware update from the Alesis website (fixes an issue where the hitting the hi-hat would trigger the snare at times).
-Buy a few different pairs of sticks and see which ones you like, or switch between them. The sticks that came with the set aren't that great. I bought three pairs of Vic Firth sticks on Amazon the same time I bought the set. After some research I bought the Vic Firth American Classic eStick, the Vic Firth American Classic 5A, and the Vic Firth American Classic 5B. I use the 5As the most, but also use the eStick and the 5B. Adapting to different sticks seems to help with my technique overall.
Overall I really enjoy this kit and for $360-$400 I think it's a good deal.
eDrums are great for keeping the noise to a minimum while jamming out. It still makes a considerable amount of pitter patter as the pads are hit, but much more tolerable than an acoustic set. Plus, there is always the option of hooking up a amp/speaker; this is my preferred method.
Setup was difficult as the directions are terrible. Step 1 should be: Find the "drum key." This is required to assemble all of the stands. Instead, it just gives a tiny picture of unlabeled parts and some arrows that tell you where to insert the pieces. Of course nothing fits because you have to loosen all the clamps with the drum key before inserting. Okay 20 min later I've figured this out and can now begin building. Not so bad anymore. Just remember to keep all the clamps loose until the very end because you will be making minor tweaks to everything until it feels comfortable.
The preset kit sounds out of the box are less than stellar. You can create custom kits with you're favorite voices to alleviate this problem. Then, set the volume for each pad to balance it all out. It saves all this to memory so it's only required once.
I did the suggested firmware upgrade. Couldn't get it to work via Wine in Linux, but in Windows 7 it was a breeze. That seems to be a recurring theme but that's another story.
Now actually trying to play, I've not had any issues. Some other reviews mentioned problems with snare/hat silencing one another or dropping notes; thankfully not happening on my unit. My only gripe is that damn ride cymbal plays the bell sometimes when hit too hard. I just tell myself, "haha, yeah I meant to do that." It doesn't sound bad and I don't really consider it a problem.
All the pads are responsive and have a nice realistic bouncy feel when hit. But I should mention, my first week playing my kick felt way too bouncy. Every kick came out as a double hit. I messed with the kick spring and it seemed to go away. First all the way loose, and then very tight, and then a little less tight. Not sure if this did the trick or if I learned to control the bounce. Anyway, it doesn't double bounce anymore.
In the end, I threw away the box as this thing is a keeper!
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There are 3 reasons I am really happy with this set:
1) Excellent sound quality and build material. Totally worth the price.
2) Easy to set up with a PC software like addictive drums 2 and this unlocks your drums to any kit you want the pads to sound. I was so surprised at the quality of recording and minimal latency problem.
3) Can connect this to Xbox 360 to play rock band 3. Just need to buy a midi adapter to connect and you are all set. :D
I would just say that buy it and be happy in life cause this is definitely a good kit.
llego en el día que fue establecido por la transportadora.
recomiendo para quien está empezando y también para aquellos que ya tocan hace mucho tiempo como yo.