The Alesis Surge Mesh Kit is an outstanding 8-piece electronic drum set. It's a complete package for drummers aiming to play like pros. With a 10” dual-zone mesh snare and three 8” dual-zone mesh tom pads, it offers an amazing feel and natural response. The 8” mesh kick tower pad with pedal is a great addition. The three cymbals - a ride cymbal, a crash cymbal with choke function, and a hi-hat - give you endless playing expression. The mesh heads not only provide unmatched response and playability but also come in a compact size, making it more portable than larger kits. The Surge module comes with 40 classic and modern ready-to-play kits. You can easily customize existing kits or create your own using the 385 top-quality drum, cymbal, and percussion sounds. It has built-in learning features, sixty play-along music tracks, and an onboard metronome to help you improve. There's also an advanced sequencer and a performance recorder to boost your music-making. It offers a USB MIDI connection for computers and mobile devices, along with MIDI In and Out jacks to connect to your favorite MIDI gear. There's a headphone jack for private practice and stereo outs for PA systems, amplifiers, or recording consoles. The stereo aux input lets you jam to your favorite tracks from a CD or MP3 player. Contents include the Surge Drum Module, pads, cymbals, pedals, a premium 4-post chrome rack, cables, drum key, sticks, power supply, and user guides.
Using the Alesis Surge Electronic Drum Kit is a breeze. First, assemble the kit following the Surge Mesh Kit Assembly Guide. Connect the power supply to the Surge Drum Module to turn it on. You can connect your headphones to the headphone jack for private practice or use the stereo outs to connect to a PA system, amplifier, or recording console. If you want to play along with your favorite tracks, use the stereo aux input to connect your CD or MP3 player. To start playing, choose one of the 40 ready-to-play kits on the Surge module or create your own using the included sounds. You can also use the built-in learning features, play-along tracks, and metronome to improve your skills. The advanced sequencer and performance recorder let you expand your music-making. When it comes to maintenance, keep the kit clean and dry. Wipe the pads and cymbals regularly with a soft cloth. Avoid using harsh chemicals. Make sure the cables are properly connected and not damaged. If you have any issues, refer to the Surge Module User Guide or the Safety & Warranty Manual.
