Product Description
The Alesis CompactKit 7 is an amazing tabletop electronic drum kit. It has seven velocity - sensitive drum pads that produce incredibly realistic drum sounds, just like playing real drums. With two pedals for the hi - hat and kick drum, you'll truly feel like you're at a real drum set. There are over 100 built - in percussion voices, preset drum kits, and play - along songs, allowing you to start creating your unique sound right away. The 3 - digit LED display shows all your operational settings, and separate LEDs light up when a pad is struck, giving you instant visual feedback. The self - recording function lets you record your playing, and the recording is saved even after you turn off the unit. You can expand your sound options by connecting the CompactKit 7 to your favorite DAW and plug - ins via the USB - MIDI output. It comes with sticks and an AC power supply, and you can also use 6 C batteries (not included) to play it anywhere. For USB - MIDI performance and system updates, Mac users need OS X 10.7 or later, and PC users need Windows 7 or later, along with an available USB 1.1 or 2.0 port.
Using the Alesis CompactKit 7 is a breeze. First, you can either plug it in with the included AC power supply or use 6 C batteries (not included) if you want to play it on the go. Once powered on, you can start exploring the over 100 built - in percussion voices and preset drum kits. Use the two pedals for the hi - hat and kick drum to get a real - drum feel. The 3 - digit LED display shows all your operational settings, so you can easily adjust them. When you strike a drum pad, the separate LEDs will light up, giving you visual feedback. To record your playing, just use the self - recording function. The recording will be saved even after you turn off the unit. If you want to expand your sound, connect the CompactKit 7 to your favorite DAW and plug - ins using the USB - MIDI output. Make sure your Mac has OS X 10.7 or later, or your PC has Windows 7 or later, and there's an available USB 1.1 or 2.0 port. When it comes to maintenance, keep the drum kit clean and dry. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures or moisture. If you're not using it for a long time, store it in a safe place.
