To dream or to drum?
Many people dream of playing drums but as soon as they start dealing with it more closer, they face the problems that can make difficulties for their dream come true.
First of all, it is not so affordable. Professional drummers usually spend huge sums of money buying drums, cymbals, hardware, drumsticks, drumheads, cases, etc. (and metronomes of course). And if you want to record your playing – you need microphones, stands, and a computer with an audio-interface. So, all in all your dream need serious financial investments, and not everyone can afford it.
The second problem is a place to set up an acoustic drum kit. It takes up space and makes noise and your relatives most likely will not be happy with your new hobby. So won’t your neighbors…
Imagine – you’ve bought a drum kit and all necessary accessories, though your relatives might be against it. Of course, you can find a special place for practicing. Your start playing and you are happy for a while. But after some time, you find out that you need something more than just playing beats – you want to play music with other musicians – and you start searching them. It takes too much time. Then you want to perform – you carry all this staff to the gig. And now you have all the problems which all the professional drummers have. But you never wanted to become a pro – you just wanted to have fun!
All these things make your dream move away and you play drums less and less. And one day you find it covered with dust and sell it…
Such a sad story, isn’t it?
But there is another way out – electronic drums!
Meet the advantages of electronic drums
Here are some advantages of electronic over acoustic drums:
1. Lower cost: many musicians prefer electronic drums for practicing at home.
2. Lower noise level: while using electronic drums with headphones, you won’t disturb neighbors or family members around.
3. Space-efficiency: electronic drums are compact and easy to set up.
4. Easy transportation: while transporting electronic drums you need only one box, which can fit any car, the weight is much less than acoustic drum set.
5. Sound library expandability: electronic drum modules offer a vast variety of sounds; you can easily switch between kits with a press of a button. When connected to a computer the sound possibilities become unlimited.
6. Built-in features: electronic drums are equipped with built-in backing tracks, a metronome, recording feature, and other functions to enhance creative potential of drumming.
7. Easier to play: playing electronic drums requires less energy than acoustic drums.
8. Drum modules with built-in music: electronic drum modules are equipped with built-in songs, allowing you to play along with your favorite artists without leaving home.
If you are not going to become a professional drummer, the choice is obvious!
Take a look at the ROCKDALE Tempest Mesh 1 electronic drum kit.
Natural feel
ROCKDALE Tempest Mesh 1 is a full electronic drum kit with 7 pads using cutting-edge technology – ROCKDALE Mesh Head.
Mesh heads offer several advantages over rubber pads:
• Natural stick rebound: similar to the drumhead rebound (rubber pads feel like practice pads, while mesh-heads are closer to drumheads).
• Natural Dynamics: while hitting the pads the drum kit technologies provide a wide dynamic range – the harder you hit, the louder the sound.
• Almost Silent: mesh heads are much less noisy than rubber pads.
• Durability: mesh-heads withstand powerful strokes and if damaged can be easily replaced unlike the surface of the rubber pads.
Electronic drums with mesh heads exceed models with rubber pads. That’s why professional drummers often choose electronic kits with mesh head technology.
ROCKDALE Tempest Mesh 1 includes a 7.5-inch mesh snare drum and three 7.5-inch mesh toms. The position and angle of these components can be adjusted according to the preferences of the drummer.
Fully equipped for ultimate playability
The kit has everything you need for a comfortable playing experience:
• Three 10-inch cymbals (crash, ride, and hi-hat).
• Specially designed ROCKDALE trigger pedals for the hi-hat and bass drum (less noise compared to a full pad with a connected pedal).
• Steady aluminum frame with 4 stands (height-adjustable mounts with locks for pad placement, significantly saves your time for setup).
• All necessary cables, power supply, and a drum key for easy adjustment.
• SM110 sound module, offering hundreds of sounds, 15 different drum kits, and 15 pre-loaded songs for your creativity.
Kit weigh – 18.5 kg, and it is easy to assemble, and convenient for transportation.
Expandable sound palette
The electronic sound module SM110 offers a wide range of sounds, including standard kits and exotic percussion: 227 tuned sounds with individual volume and sensitivity for customization. The backlit LCD screen allows an easy and quick program selection. Intuitively arranged buttons for drum kit selection, tempo adjustment, choosing songs, recording, and power control make sound configuration easy with no additional instructions. The SM110 module features 15 classic and modern drum kit presets. Adjust any of built-in presets or create your own kits using 25 additional memory slots.
Additional features
Inside the SM110 module, you’ll find some additional features:
• Metronome with a range from 20 to 300 BPM to improve your timing (9 sound variations)
• Recording function for capturing your playing to backing track (up to 5000 notes)
• Loop mode for practicing specific parts of a song
• USB port for computer connection
• 3.5 mm AUX jack for connecting an external audio source: smartphone, tablet, MP3 player
• 6.35 mm jack for connecting a PA, audio interface or headphones
Price
ROCKDALE Tempest Mesh 1 offers the best price-quality ratio on the market. These electronic drums are surprisingly affordability, making them accessible to everyone. No doubt there are NO electronic drum kits with mesh heads better than ROCKDALE Tempest Mesh 1!
Summary
3 advantageous features of ROCKDALE Tempest Mesh 1:
• Excellent playing experience
• Easy to setup
• Affordable price
In addition, ROCKDALE Tempest Mesh 1 has several undeniable advantages:
• Durable mesh heads capable of withstanding powerful strikes
• Space-efficiency for your home
• Low noise
• Excellent sounds (especially with headphones) and easy customization