Hey brother. Another really informative video. Pad/module cross-compatibility is a hot topic for e-drummers so great you have picked this subject up on your YT channel.
Hey there. I just wanted to say thank you for this channel. I’m 36 years old drummer who has played since he was five and played in bands all his life. Six years ago I moved from where I was in bands in a larger city to the south 16 hours away from home. Been here all this time and pretty much stopped playing because I didn’t know anyone here and it’s a small town where the music community is few and far between with limited style choices. I’ve played the Roland kite in guitar centers and other shops and I’ve always loved them but haven’t been in to a music shop in six years. I also live in a neighborhood where the houses are too close to keep neighbors happy with playing e drums were the perfect match. So I finally ended up getting a kit and it’s been a week in. Very happy! I did a lot of research and listened to what you had to say. I may not agree with everything you have to say...I’m a drummer...we are stubborn people! Lol but this channel on a whole is amazing! My brother has a studio and I know a lot of drummers who are clueless about what e drums can do. I will gladly point them in your direction for information. You’re doing an amazing job and I wish you all the success possible. I think you are one of the best sources for e drums info. Just wanted to say thank you for all of the information! If you are interested in which kit I purchased I got the alesis crimson 2. I wanted the strike pro but had to stick to budget. I purchased through musicians friend and expedited fo be somewhat disappointed with the kit because of the kits I’ve played on before. Limited response time, zones on cymbals not really working, heads not picking up every hit especially at faster speeds. I have zero issues with this kit. I am am extremely impressed with its playability, the size of the pads, how it was packaged and the module. It feels like I’m playing a real kit with the size and I recommend it to the sloppy style drummers out there that may miss the smaller heads. I’m also a heavy hitter being 280lbs and self taught. I strike the drums incorrectly but because I was self taught at a young age I just can’t change it and I consider myself to be a professional musician so no need to change if it works. The drum handles my heavy hits fine. Again I just wanted to thank you. Keep up the good work!
Thank you so much for taking the time to write that very kind comment. I spend many many hours making videos, and it's great to hear that it's helping!
I have a Yamaha kick drum trigger with my Simmons kit and it works PERFECTLY. that's the only info I can add here. The kick was only 90 on Amazon I think and it's held up great so far and has decent rebound
This is perfect. My wife bought me an Alesis Debut kit (not knowing it was designed for children) and honestly the only thing that absolutely drives me nutz with this kit is the cheap pedals. The kick pedal (sandwiches a switch) will randomly go off with the slightest pressure of the foot (or not at all) and it continuously pushes away on a concrete floor. I'm sure I could solve this by putting a carpet underneath, but I really don't like the feel of the plastic rubber icecream sandwich thing they have going on. Was trying to determine if I could just buy another alesis pedal and have it trigger the kick (there's no sensitivity for the kick or high hat... just an on/off switch). Figured I'd play these out until my daughter gets interested and I buy myself something a bit more suitable (and look for a double kick pedal setup :D )
Good Vid!! I learned this through trial and error a few years back and I wish I could have seen this vid back then.. it would have saved me a lil time lol. I currently have an Alesis DM 10 with a couple of Roland pads, a crash from Yamaha that works as is and the hihat and triple zone ride also from Yamaha that I hacked to make them work perfectly. The rest of the pads I build my self. So much fun! ;-)
@@65Drums I've got an Alessis Command X and I wondered if you might know if a Simmons dual zone snare / tom pad would work with that. Any thoughts? Google didn't help much for this specific question. The tom looks almost identical to the one on the Alessis set.
Interestingly, I'm currently using a Roland TD17, which I drive using old-school Simmons pads from the early 90s. Toms sound great, but I'm getting a PDX-12 for the snare to get the best out of the TD17. The difference in the cymbal sounds when I replaced the Simmons pads with Roland ones was immense!
@@SquirtFire In theory yes. Basically the cycmbals are just triggers. Not so sure the choking will work, or the nuances of the cymbals, as Roland have always been at the front of the curve in that arena
@@dopeydad1221 oh nice. I’ve been looking into extending my drum set for a while, and no matter where I look, Simmons has practically zero extension capability with their own brand. Which is what brought me here. Thanks for the help!
I have a Simmons SD600 kit. Hated the module but everything.else.is fine. So I bought a Roland TD17 module. It works great with everything but the hi hat cymbal and pedal. I had to buy a used Roland CY5 cymbal and a V7 pedal to get the hit hat working.
Awesome brother thank you for the great video once again! I actually picked up an alesis dm10 studio with double pedal for $500 and it came with a throne. I was gonna buy new but I took your advice from your other video into play and got a better deal and bigger set! So thank you once again for your informative videos!
65 Drums will do only minor issue is my headphones cutting out just waiting to get a nice coiled pair of headphones to see if that fixes the problem. I've went through and adjusted all My sensitivity and triggers and that helps a lot.
Thank you so much, I just got a second hand kit and the module is busted and I been searching for DAYS for any guidance on what is compatible with which model and this cleared it right up for me!
What a tremendous bit of advice and thanks heaps for that. I was looking for cheaper pads to go with my Yamaha DTexpress IV but you've telt me that I'm wasting my time trying to find compatible pads. Happy with Yamaha so I'll stick with that. Thanks heaps.
The Alesis DM10 compatibility chart link is dead, would you happen to have a backup of it? Also my DM10 Studio came with a dual trigger ride, just FYI.
I'm dig'n for info on the Nitro Mesh with a DM7x. I was looking for "other brand kick-pad compatibility". I tried the link you provided in the description, but link seems dead. Looked om Alesis site, but no show. Will ya resend link please? Thanks for your contribution to the Drum Fam!!!
This is GREAT but its over 3 yrs old... I found this searching to see that if an 18" Roland Ride Cymbal pad will work with the brand new Alesis Strike Pro SE, which I just ordered and I'd love the bigger ride cymbal. Thanks and like your page!
If it is any use, Alesis Crimson Mesh pads will work with a DM6. Someone sold me a DM6 for dirt cheap (£100) and I've managed to upgrade it with these pads and Addictive drums, it's far from supreme but the sound and feel I'm getting from this kit is brilliant for a fraction of the cost I could be paying. I know it leaves lots to be desired but if you are on a budget it's worth a look.
Great video! Speaking of modules ... I currently own an Alesis DM8 kit. I'll wait a second for the snickering to stop. Anyway, not being a drummer per se, I made my purchase from a position of what can only be called supreme ignorance (better than everyone else's!). I realized the error of my ways when I attempted to use the kit to trigger various VST kits on my system - a necessity in light of the fact that the DM8 module lacks the sound quality I would need to consider using it in my recordings. While setting up the module to match up with the desired VST drums, I had no problems; the major roadblock came when I attempted to choose the cymbals that worked best with the drums - it was there I discovered that the notes to trigger the cymbals were fixed, which was a drag, since the cymbals that were triggered weren't very good. At this stage, I have two choices: (1) find a module that allows for note selection for cymbals as well as drums which is compatible with the DM8; or (2) find a VST drum app that will let me map the cymbals to match the fixed settings on the DM8 module. (I am using Cubase 9 Pro, and the VST drums are part of the Halion6 software, sold separately.) There may be a possibility that the drums that are part of Halion6 might allow for the mapping described in (2), but I haven't found where those settings are - if they in fact exist. I hope I managed to describe my dilemma with sufficient detail. In any event, if anyone who has the solution would be so kind as to post a comment here, your efforts will be greatly appreciated. I realize that, at the end of the day, there will be no choice but to reach the conclusion that I'm screwed; however, as a good friend of mine told me many years ago, if you don't ask, you don't get. Thanks for reading!
Excellent video! 🥁 I actually own all three of the brands you discussed. I bought a Roland TD-7 kit back in the 90s, added a used Yamaha DTXpress III kit in 2014ish, and a used Alesis Surge kit a few years ago. I have the Alesis and Yams set-up as one big kit, using 2 brains independently run to the mixer (better control). I plugged 2 of the Roland pads into the Alesis brain, and they work great as a crash and a super deep tom. I do have an issue with the Alexis snare not picking up softer play, I have to assault it to trigger. I'll be researching that on some of those excellent resources you gave us. I have the sensitivity wide open and I'm not finding a gate setting. Triggers better when I use a tom pad. 🤷
well my Sweetwater sales engineer said my new Roland Td 17 will work with my old alesis mylar pads and i got two 1/4" jacks on the back of my cymbal pads too, its on its way crossing my fingers!!
@@TracyGunz he asked the question a year after the video came out. Don't expect Justin to take time out of his day to go through a year old video and answer questions. Be grateful for the helpful video he produced you inconsiderate twat.
Thank you. This was very helpful. I'm currently playing a KATKT5. It's over a decade old, so I thought about upgrading. The Roland V drum quiet design is what I'm looking at, but the whole thing is too expensive. So I thought about just keeping my frame and just getting the quiet design pads and module kit. But still out of my price range. So that's when I went just to get the TD17. But I don't know if it's gonna be compatible and communicate With the other components of my kit. Where I get my equipment from, they're not being very responsive and helpful for the last couple weeks. A lot of things I'm reading online are giving me mixed information. Even on Reddit, I'm hearing different things. So you're basically saying the TD17 won't work with my KATKT5, basically because it's a completely different manufacturer? I think I'll just upgrade when I can afford the whole thing then. Or at least one of the bundle packs and include the pads
Or, theoretically, you could buy something like an Alesis trigger io and that should be able to trigger any module with Alesis drums. Or probably other drums. They're very sensitive to crosstalk though so you might take some time setting them up. Also and again theoretically, you should be able to trigger things like keyboards too but again, that might take some time to set up.
7:00 So if i have a medelli DD518DX and i want a cymbal pad in the future in case it breaks or something, from an alesis kit, will that and all of its zones work well?
I have an old Roland TD10 set (the red ones, still look awesome) but am considering upgrading to a new module. Will my pads work with the newer module?
I just read this from the NFUZD forum. "The pads may not be compatible, but they can be adapted by making a special cable. You need to connect an NFUZD-compatible four-pole mini-jack on the one end with a 1/4" TRS jack on the other and you'll find good triggering on Roland, 2box and Yamaha modules. In fact, this is the only trigger that works on the DTX snare input! . nfuzdaudio.com/us/support/forum/f1/t80/roalnd-module-compatibility/
Will all the alesis crimson 2 pads (excluding hi-hat) work with the Milemium MPS 1000 module. In theory it should bc they are made by the same factory and there are the same ports for the pads on the back (a VGA looking thing & a 6.3mm jack for extra pads)
I have a Simmons SD1500 and I love it. I have played mesh heads but I prefer the feel of the rubber. The question I have is: is there a stand alone hi-hat on a hi-hat stand that I could get to work? I saw your build your own td11 for less would that work?
Congratulations for your video first of all! I have a question : I have a Roland TD-10 V-Drums Module and lost all my pads will for example the RockJam Mesh Head Kit pads work with my module?
I know this is an older video, but I cannot seem to find answers on compatibility with the DTX-402 series module . But is there a cheaper (mesh or silicon) snare alternative that works on this module out of the box in 2024, or is the XP80 the only "budget" option to go, to upgrade the set?
Hi, thanks for all info you provide in your videos. I have a doubt: where the responsability of the triggering accuracy relies? pads or module? I´ve seen a video where an alesis strike pro is compared with its own module and with a roland module, and with the roland module the accuracy seemed higher. and I´ve also seen another video recomending to buy an alesis dm10 mk2 pro, send the module and buy a second hand roland td11 module. Makes it sense? I want edrums for recording at home, so in the end sounds of the module I don´t care, I just want to trigger Superior Drummer 2.0 via MIDI as accurate as possible, and having a set with big mesh pads in order to play as comfortable and quiet as possible. Hope you can help me with this. Regards, Niko.
Hey brother, great video BTW. I have a question. I live in Colombia (South America). I have a Medeli DD630S drum kit, and recenlty my snare died lol. I've been searching for medeli parts but i have not been able to find it. I came across an alesis dual zone mesh snare pad (which is similar to the one I had), but I don´t know if it'll bbe compatible... do you know anything about this (?). Thanks in advance :)
I have this Roland td 3 module and it does the same thing with the ride as 2box, though the pad is just the same as all my other cymbals except for my hihat
The tuning knob on the Yamaha pads seems like a good idea, but I can't help but think that if you're moving the kit around (like to play a gig) those dials are going to get moved, & end up with the drum's tuning being all out. Like on a guitar amp when the tone settings are always getting bumped (having an amp with pre-sets is a godsend)
Hey Justin, I know this vid is a bit old, but do you know if a Yamaha KP90 kick pad will work with the current Roland modules? Can't seem to find any info on it on the internet... Thanks.
I have a specific hardware compatibility question: will a Yamaha DTX 120 textured cellular silicone snare pad work with a ddrum ddti interface going into Superior Drummer 3? What would the trigger latency be like on that? TRS should be TRS, as long as all the connections are made from the pad I should be able to swap settings around in superior drummer right?
Hello. I just got an Ibañez Ed20 edrum. It's all Mesh head and I really like how it feels. My only complaint is how limited the module is. It does sound good, but I wish I could do more with it, like uploading more sounds etc. Is there any way I can switch JUST the module and keep my Ibañez ED20 mesh head kit? Thank you!
Looking to buy a Roland TD-50k (would love the KV model, but that one outside of the budget). Do you know if you can use the Roland acoustic kick drum conversion kit on the K model drum set? Or does it only work with the KV model? Thanks in advance! Nervous about switching to edrums, so your videos are a HUGE help!!!
Can I chain a td-11 with a dm7 or dm10? both have midi in, making the td-11 slave and dm7/10 master. I couldn't find anywhere if this would work. thank you! love your videos
I bought a dual zone Lemon drum. It doesn't work as dual zone on my Alesis Strike module. It does on a Roland TD8 though. Is this an issue with the Alesis jack?
Great info thanks really appreciate this. One question I have a Alesis Nitro mesh and want to add another ride cymbal (will convert the other to a crash 2). Really interested in the Alesis DMPad 14” 3-Zone Ride Crash Cymbal Pad. On the Nitro will it only be a single zone? Or would it retain its 3-zone ride crash? Thanks again for your videos!
I still like some of the vintage E-drum sounds, and I've got a new Simmons SD2000 kit which is pretty cool, and I like some of the kits in the old Alesis D4 module, would those new Hex shape mesh Simmons SD2000 triggers work on one of those old Alesis modules??
So I bought a Simmons SD 1200 pad to play on my Alesis Nitro mesh kit. Mainly because of the size and overall it's okay but when I really start laying into it I will get almost a phase shifter kind of sound. I've tried adjusting the sensitivity and the velocity and if I turn the sensitivity down too low then I can't play at a lower volume and of the pad pick it up. Any suggestions would be helpful thank you
Can you please give me an advice? I am going to buy yamaha dtx 522k kit for our music school and I want to replace rubber tom pads TP70 with Millenium MPS-500/750 10" Mesh Head Pad or Alesis Crimson 10" Mesh Head Pad, but I am not shure, if it will work (as dual zone pads). Can you help me? I have tried to find answer on google but didn´t found. Thanks, Milos, Slovakia
Very informative video! Thank you! I know you said 99% of the time same brand modules and pads work together...but just to be certain before I buy. Will a Roland DK 8 or DK 9 kick work with the module of the Roland TD4KP portable fold up kit? I'm having sliding problems with the current on frame kick. Thanks!...and keep up the great work!
I have the older heavier model TrapKat I really like the sturdiness of it as well as the feel of the pads. I have had it in storage for years and just got it up again. Can anyone tell me where I can get info on using it with a yamaha motif es sound module rack? I'm a good percussionist old school but I'm so technically challenged 🤪 it's sad. I'm lost trying to get the communication going with my Motif. Thanks
Kind of long question here. I have a KAT KT3 kit but my kick drum pad stopped working(I play a lot of double bass and have beaten the hell out of it) and I'm wondering a.) can I even buy a replacement of the same KT3 kick pad(I couldn't find any online)?, and b.) will any kick drum pad work with the KT3 module(and what would you recommend for double bass if so). Any advice would be appreciated!
Do you know if I could replace the rubber pads on a Roland HD3 with PDX mesh pads? Even if they only act like a single zone, it would at least give a more consistent feel around the kit.
Hey man, I have a Yamaha dtx 400k, and I was wondering if the alesis command module will work with the dtx pads. I’ve been saving for the command, but the reputation of alesis’s quality worries me, so I’m thinking of just getting the module, and then upgrading to more durable mesh pads later on. Problem is that the dtx 400k isn’t dual zone, will it still work? Thanks: Paradoxx
The only time I trust a mixed brand/pad: My favorite kick pad is made by Yamaha. Works great with my kt-4 or td-30 modules. The kat and Roland rides are not interchangeable.
Hi man. Just wondering if my Alesis Command Mesh kit can be upgraded with an 3 zone ride cymbal? For example with Alesis DMPad 14" 3 Zone Ride Cymbal?????
Man will a normal dble bass kick pedal work with the roland bass kick? Looks pretty small for 2 pedals, is there a certain bass drum I need? far as size and are they sturdy? And where do I buy extras for my kit?. Ive looked everywhere. I wanna add another stand another cymbal and get rid of the pedal and add a normal bass drum trigger and pedal....
Hi 65 drums, can i connect plug n play Roland PD-85 pads and roland pdx-100 pads to alesis forge module? Are the connecting wires the same? I know these are dual zones pads im more after of their durability
Hi brother just wanted to ask. im currently using NUX dm4 kit and planning to upgrade my snare into mesh pad which is roland pdx8. will it works the same? my older snare is dual zone and has rimshot also
Well they are all going to be similar. If you buy DDrum triggers, be sure to buy the acoustic version, not the RedShot versions. Or you could buy the Aquarian InHead acoustic drumheads. They are acoustic drumheads with the trigger wires embedded into the drumhead itself.
65 Drums Yeah I have a set of Roland clip on triggers which work better than the ddrum triggers in my experience so far. I actually just got some practice pads that lay flat on top of the drum head which has pretty much killed and double triggering I had before. The only problem with this method is it feels less natural since there's less bounce to these practice pads. I watched another one of your videos explaining the difference between 1ply, 2ply, and 3ply mesh heads with using that cheap trigger you got. After that I looked up practice mesh heads that actually replace the head (not just a pad that sits on top of the head like mine ) and I assume these are the kind of heads I should be looking for? Except I have only run into 1ply practice mesh heads so far :(
I've a HUGE problem with my Alesis Command Mesh drumkit module. It doesn't start, it just freezes when i turn it on and it doesn't pass further than the firmware screen, doesn't respond to any button and the only way to turn it off is by removing the power supply chord. I need help and you seem to know so much about e.drums. I've sent a support request via the official site of Alesis but haven't got a respond yet, i even tried out one unofficial Alesis forum in the internet and found a guy with the same issue, but no answers. PLEASE, if you know anything about this type of freezing issues please let me know, i'm dying in here =(
Hi, I have a question. I bought a Simmons SD7PK that works great, but I want to improve the sound quality. I like to know if I can use a TD 11 module with the Simmons pads?
Will the roland bt1 work with the alesis dm 10? Ive been having trouble. Found out 1 of the bt1 bars i bought was faulty so im waiting till a new one arrives to troubleshoot again
Hi man! Ive been watching a loooot your videos lately. Manage to get a used td 20!, im looking for a better module and saw alesis pro strike module as a good option, could you tell me if the vh 12 hi hat that comes with the td 20 would work with the alesis strike pro 1.4 module?
HELP!!!!! Hey Justin, I have a Roland HD1 and I connected an Alesis kick drum (dm 10) but it doesn't work. When I connected the kick drum to the mix in input it worked but I need that input. How can I get the kickdrum to work properly? :( Thank you!
Hello sir, I have a Yamaha DTX 12, and a kick pedal from a Roland TD-17. It triggers correctly but does not recognize how hard or soft I am playing. Is there a solution to this? Will this problem persist if I use the DTX 12 as a USB or MIDI controller?
Great video Justin! I really like Roland V-Pad PDX-100. It seems as a good choice with its price. But i would like to learn if it is compatible with Yamaha DTX502 module. You know yamaha snare has two rims with switches. But i think rim piezo of PDX-100 can be defined with DTX502 module and if matched with the rimshot sound of drum kit it works. What u think? Thanks.
This is the best video i have ever seen !!! Liked and subscribed !! but I got a question. I have a yamaha dtxtremre iii, can I use the roland crash cymbal pad on it??? Thank You so much , and i am from Hong Kong Nice video !
Thank you Patrick! You can try to use the roland cymbal on it. I'm sure you at least get one zone to work, but I'm not sure if BOTH the rim and bow area will trigger.
Hey brother. Another really informative video. Pad/module cross-compatibility is a hot topic for e-drummers so great you have picked this subject up on your YT channel.
I try to answer the important questions :) and random ones I feel like doing videos on.
Justin you should do an updated video on this topic, would love to hear what you think about the newer yamaha modules
Hey there. I just wanted to say thank you for this channel. I’m 36 years old drummer who has played since he was five and played in bands all his life. Six years ago I moved from where I was in bands in a larger city to the south 16 hours away from home. Been here all this time and pretty much stopped playing because I didn’t know anyone here and it’s a small town where the music community is few and far between with limited style choices. I’ve played the Roland kite in guitar centers and other shops and I’ve always loved them but haven’t been in to a music shop in six years. I also live in a neighborhood where the houses are too close to keep neighbors happy with playing e drums were the perfect match. So I finally ended up getting a kit and it’s been a week in. Very happy! I did a lot of research and listened to what you had to say. I may not agree with everything you have to say...I’m a drummer...we are stubborn people! Lol but this channel on a whole is amazing! My brother has a studio and I know a lot of drummers who are clueless about what e drums can do. I will gladly point them in your direction for information. You’re doing an amazing job and I wish you all the success possible. I think you are one of the best sources for e drums info. Just wanted to say thank you for all of the information! If you are interested in which kit I purchased I got the alesis crimson 2. I wanted the strike pro but had to stick to budget. I purchased through musicians friend and expedited fo be somewhat disappointed with the kit because of the kits I’ve played on before. Limited response time, zones on cymbals not really working, heads not picking up every hit especially at faster speeds. I have zero issues with this kit. I am am extremely impressed with its playability, the size of the pads, how it was packaged and the module. It feels like I’m playing a real kit with the size and I recommend it to the sloppy style drummers out there that may miss the smaller heads. I’m also a heavy hitter being 280lbs and self taught. I strike the drums incorrectly but because I was self taught at a young age I just can’t change it and I consider myself to be a professional musician so no need to change if it works. The drum handles my heavy hits fine. Again I just wanted to thank you. Keep up the good work!
Thank you so much for taking the time to write that very kind comment. I spend many many hours making videos, and it's great to hear that it's helping!
I have a Yamaha kick drum trigger with my Simmons kit and it works PERFECTLY. that's the only info I can add here. The kick was only 90 on Amazon I think and it's held up great so far and has decent rebound
This is perfect. My wife bought me an Alesis Debut kit (not knowing it was designed for children) and honestly the only thing that absolutely drives me nutz with this kit is the cheap pedals. The kick pedal (sandwiches a switch) will randomly go off with the slightest pressure of the foot (or not at all) and it continuously pushes away on a concrete floor. I'm sure I could solve this by putting a carpet underneath, but I really don't like the feel of the plastic rubber icecream sandwich thing they have going on. Was trying to determine if I could just buy another alesis pedal and have it trigger the kick (there's no sensitivity for the kick or high hat... just an on/off switch). Figured I'd play these out until my daughter gets interested and I buy myself something a bit more suitable (and look for a double kick pedal setup :D )
She bought you the kitty kit. 😂 That's so funny dude.
Good Vid!! I learned this through trial and error a few years back and I wish I could have seen this vid back then.. it would have saved me a lil time lol.
I currently have an Alesis DM 10 with a couple of Roland pads, a crash from Yamaha that works as is and the hihat and triple zone ride also from Yamaha that I hacked to make them work perfectly. The rest of the pads I build my self. So much fun! ;-)
I have one roland pad hooked up to my DTXpressiii. Use it as my high tom. Works fine!!
Yup that's one of the exceptions.
@@65Drums I've got an Alessis Command X and I wondered if you might know if a Simmons dual zone snare / tom pad would work with that. Any thoughts? Google didn't help much for this specific question. The tom looks almost identical to the one on the Alessis set.
your videos are so useful and worth watching!
Thanks man!!
I agree
Thanks for the DM10 chart! Made my day!
Interestingly, I'm currently using a Roland TD17, which I drive using old-school Simmons pads from the early 90s. Toms sound great, but I'm getting a PDX-12 for the snare to get the best out of the TD17. The difference in the cymbal sounds when I replaced the Simmons pads with Roland ones was immense!
Wait, I have a simmons sd350, Roland cymbals work with Simmons?
@@SquirtFire In theory yes. Basically the cycmbals are just triggers. Not so sure the choking will work, or the nuances of the cymbals, as Roland have always been at the front of the curve in that arena
@@dopeydad1221 oh nice. I’ve been looking into extending my drum set for a while, and no matter where I look, Simmons has practically zero extension capability with their own brand. Which is what brought me here. Thanks for the help!
I have a Simmons SD600 kit. Hated the module but everything.else.is fine. So I bought a Roland TD17 module. It works great with everything but the hi hat cymbal and pedal. I had to buy a used Roland CY5 cymbal and a V7 pedal to get the hit hat working.
Tremendous video for electronic kit drummers, so much info of use, electro drummers should have to pay to watch this.
Awesome brother thank you for the great video once again! I actually picked up an alesis dm10 studio with double pedal for $500 and it came with a throne. I was gonna buy new but I took your advice from your other video into play and got a better deal and bigger set! So thank you once again for your informative videos!
Let me know how it works out for you :)
65 Drums will do only minor issue is my headphones cutting out just waiting to get a nice coiled pair of headphones to see if that fixes the problem. I've went through and adjusted all
My sensitivity and triggers and that helps a lot.
Thank you so much, I just got a second hand kit and the module is busted and I been searching for DAYS for any guidance on what is compatible with which model and this cleared it right up for me!
What a tremendous bit of advice and thanks heaps for that. I was looking for cheaper pads to go with my Yamaha DTexpress IV but you've telt me that I'm wasting my time trying to find compatible pads. Happy with Yamaha so I'll stick with that. Thanks heaps.
The Alesis DM10 compatibility chart link is dead, would you happen to have a backup of it?
Also my DM10 Studio came with a dual trigger ride, just FYI.
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@@lionmonn9826 Thanks a lot!
I'm dig'n for info on the Nitro Mesh with a DM7x. I was looking for "other brand kick-pad compatibility". I tried the link you provided in the description, but link seems dead. Looked om Alesis site, but no show. Will ya resend link please? Thanks for your contribution to the Drum Fam!!!
This is GREAT but its over 3 yrs old... I found this searching to see that if an 18" Roland Ride Cymbal pad will work with the brand new Alesis Strike Pro SE, which I just ordered and I'd love the bigger ride cymbal. Thanks and like your page!
If it is any use, Alesis Crimson Mesh pads will work with a DM6. Someone sold me a DM6 for dirt cheap (£100) and I've managed to upgrade it with these pads and Addictive drums, it's far from supreme but the sound and feel I'm getting from this kit is brilliant for a fraction of the cost I could be paying.
I know it leaves lots to be desired but if you are on a budget it's worth a look.
Good to know, thanks :)
Great video! Speaking of modules ...
I currently own an Alesis DM8 kit. I'll wait a second for the snickering to stop. Anyway, not being a drummer per se, I made my purchase from a position of what can only be called supreme ignorance (better than everyone else's!).
I realized the error of my ways when I attempted to use the kit to trigger various VST kits on my system - a necessity in light of the fact that the DM8 module lacks the sound quality I would need to consider using it in my recordings. While setting up the module to match up with the desired VST drums, I had no problems; the major roadblock came when I attempted to choose the cymbals that worked best with the drums - it was there I discovered that the notes to trigger the cymbals were fixed, which was a drag, since the cymbals that were triggered weren't very good.
At this stage, I have two choices:
(1) find a module that allows for note selection for cymbals as well as drums which is compatible with the DM8; or
(2) find a VST drum app that will let me map the cymbals to match the fixed settings on the DM8 module. (I am using Cubase 9 Pro, and the VST drums are part of the Halion6 software, sold separately.)
There may be a possibility that the drums that are part of Halion6 might allow for the mapping described in (2), but I haven't found where those settings are - if they in fact exist.
I hope I managed to describe my dilemma with sufficient detail. In any event, if anyone who has the solution would be so kind as to post a comment here, your efforts will be greatly appreciated.
I realize that, at the end of the day, there will be no choice but to reach the conclusion that I'm screwed; however, as a good friend of mine told me many years ago, if you don't ask, you don't get. Thanks for reading!
Excellent video! 🥁 I actually own all three of the brands you discussed. I bought a Roland TD-7 kit back in the 90s, added a used Yamaha DTXpress III kit in 2014ish, and a used Alesis Surge kit a few years ago. I have the Alesis and Yams set-up as one big kit, using 2 brains independently run to the mixer (better control). I plugged 2 of the Roland pads into the Alesis brain, and they work great as a crash and a super deep tom. I do have an issue with the Alexis snare not picking up softer play, I have to assault it to trigger. I'll be researching that on some of those excellent resources you gave us. I have the sensitivity wide open and I'm not finding a gate setting. Triggers better when I use a tom pad. 🤷
well my Sweetwater sales engineer said my new Roland Td 17 will work with my old alesis mylar pads and i got two 1/4" jacks on the back of my cymbal pads too, its on its way crossing my fingers!!
Would the Roland tk1 pads work with the Yamaha TDX400 MODULE???
Funny he wants you to watch his videos, but won't answer our questions.. Guess I am off to find someone who will and unlike this page!
@@TracyGunz he asked the question a year after the video came out. Don't expect Justin to take time out of his day to go through a year old video and answer questions. Be grateful for the helpful video he produced you inconsiderate twat.
Thank you. This was very helpful. I'm currently playing a KATKT5. It's over a decade old, so I thought about upgrading. The Roland V drum quiet design is what I'm looking at, but the whole thing is too expensive. So I thought about just keeping my frame and just getting the quiet design pads and module kit. But still out of my price range. So that's when I went just to get the TD17. But I don't know if it's gonna be compatible and communicate With the other components of my kit. Where I get my equipment from, they're not being very responsive and helpful for the last couple weeks. A lot of things I'm reading online are giving me mixed information. Even on Reddit, I'm hearing different things. So you're basically saying the TD17 won't work with my KATKT5, basically because it's a completely different manufacturer? I think I'll just upgrade when I can afford the whole thing then. Or at least one of the bundle packs and include the pads
10:53 Had this idea too. Bought a Thomann kit and if Snare and Tom wouldn't be satisfying, I would have used an Alesis Nitro Mesh in addition
I have an alesis d5.i was offered a behringer set of pads.are these compatible atall?
Hi i tried the alesis link and seemed that it is no longer working.. thanks for the informative video
Or, theoretically, you could buy something like an Alesis trigger io and that should be able to trigger any module with Alesis drums. Or probably other drums. They're very sensitive to crosstalk though so you might take some time setting them up. Also and again theoretically, you should be able to trigger things like keyboards too but again, that might take some time to set up.
7:00 So if i have a medelli DD518DX and i want a cymbal pad in the future in case it breaks or something, from an alesis kit, will that and all of its zones work well?
Have you considered working for audiobooks?
Awesome information! Am also looking for a matrix for pedal compatibility...
I have an old Roland TD10 set (the red ones, still look awesome) but am considering upgrading to a new module. Will my pads work with the newer module?
Didn't catch if you said if I can add a 12'' Roland PDX-12 Dual-Mesh snare to replace the Yamaha one on a DTX6K2-X module. Thanks
I just read this from the NFUZD forum. "The pads may not be compatible, but they can be adapted by making a special cable. You need to connect an NFUZD-compatible four-pole mini-jack on the one end with a 1/4" TRS jack on the other and you'll find good triggering on Roland, 2box and Yamaha modules. In fact, this is the only trigger that works on the DTX snare input! . nfuzdaudio.com/us/support/forum/f1/t80/roalnd-module-compatibility/
Will all the alesis crimson 2 pads (excluding hi-hat) work with the Milemium MPS 1000 module. In theory it should bc they are made by the same factory and there are the same ports for the pads on the back (a VGA looking thing & a 6.3mm jack for extra pads)
It would be cool if you got a Millenium MPS-750 Set for a review. Unfortunately, this won't happen. :c
Unfortunately they aren't even sold in my country.
Anyone knows if Alesis Nitro Mesh pads works on Behringer x8usd?
Just ordered the Alesis Crimson 2 SE. Gonna trigger the Jay Maas drums pack into it. Sounds dope. But I have been looking into this.
I have a Simmons SD1500 and I love it. I have played mesh heads but I prefer the feel of the rubber. The question I have is: is there a stand alone hi-hat on a hi-hat stand that I could get to work? I saw your build your own td11 for less would that work?
Congratulations for your video first of all! I have a question : I have a Roland TD-10 V-Drums Module and lost all my pads will for example the RockJam Mesh Head Kit pads work with my module?
I know this is an older video, but I cannot seem to find answers on compatibility with the DTX-402 series module . But is there a cheaper (mesh or silicon) snare alternative that works on this module out of the box in 2024, or is the XP80 the only "budget" option to go, to upgrade the set?
Does the Yamaha ku100 work with v drums?
Thank You very much, I saved lot of money thanks to this video :-)
(I didn't buy modern Yamaha pad for my old drumset)
Hi, thanks for all info you provide in your videos. I have a doubt: where the responsability of the triggering accuracy relies? pads or module? I´ve seen a video where an alesis strike pro is compared with its own module and with a roland module, and with the roland module the accuracy seemed higher. and I´ve also seen another video recomending to buy an alesis dm10 mk2 pro, send the module and buy a second hand roland td11 module. Makes it sense? I want edrums for recording at home, so in the end sounds of the module I don´t care, I just want to trigger Superior Drummer 2.0 via MIDI as accurate as possible, and having a set with big mesh pads in order to play as comfortable and quiet as possible.
Hope you can help me with this.
Regards,
Niko.
I think you're the guru of electronic drums
The eDrum Workshop is great too. They both comment on each other's videos often, cool dudes.
Hey brother, great video BTW. I have a question. I live in Colombia (South America). I have a Medeli DD630S drum kit, and recenlty my snare died lol. I've been searching for medeli parts but i have not been able to find it. I came across an alesis dual zone mesh snare pad (which is similar to the one I had), but I don´t know if it'll bbe compatible... do you know anything about this (?). Thanks in advance :)
What’s some advice for someone wanting to buy a Alesis DM10 mkii pro and switching the module to a TD 17?
0:40 ist this the same for cymbels?
you can also use ddrum pro triggers with roland modules and they work very well
I don't own any DDRum Pro Triggers sadly. But, did a video on the DDrum Redshot trigger awhile back
Hello, can i plug a Roland pdx8 pad into an Alesis nitro drum module? It works? Thanks tour videos are great
I have this Roland td 3 module and it does the same thing with the ride as 2box, though the pad is just the same as all my other cymbals except for my hihat
The tuning knob on the Yamaha pads seems like a good idea, but I can't help but think that if you're moving the kit around (like to play a gig) those dials are going to get moved, & end up with the drum's tuning being all out.
Like on a guitar amp when the tone settings are always getting bumped (having an amp with pre-sets is a godsend)
Denni Wintyr Good news is that since the dials are so easy to use, it won't take too long to tune them back
I've played with them, it doesn't happen, at least to me.
Hey Justin, I know this vid is a bit old, but do you know if a Yamaha KP90 kick pad will work with the current Roland modules? Can't seem to find any info on it on the internet...
Thanks.
What about Roland pads with the new yamaha EAD10? Thanks for the video anyway! It was really helpful!
Wanting to know the same thing. Any ideas?
I have a specific hardware compatibility question: will a Yamaha DTX 120 textured cellular silicone snare pad work with a ddrum ddti interface going into Superior Drummer 3? What would the trigger latency be like on that? TRS should be TRS, as long as all the connections are made from the pad I should be able to swap settings around in superior drummer right?
Hello. I just got an Ibañez Ed20 edrum. It's all Mesh head and I really like how it feels. My only complaint is how limited the module is. It does sound good, but I wish I could do more with it, like uploading more sounds etc. Is there any way I can switch JUST the module and keep my Ibañez ED20 mesh head kit? Thank you!
Looking to buy a Roland TD-50k (would love the KV model, but that one outside of the budget). Do you know if you can use the Roland acoustic kick drum conversion kit on the K model drum set? Or does it only work with the KV model? Thanks in advance! Nervous about switching to edrums, so your videos are a HUGE help!!!
Can I chain a td-11 with a dm7 or dm10? both have midi in, making the td-11 slave and dm7/10 master. I couldn't find anywhere if this would work. thank you! love your videos
I bought a dual zone Lemon drum. It doesn't work as dual zone on my Alesis Strike module. It does on a Roland TD8 though. Is this an issue with the Alesis jack?
Great info thanks really appreciate this. One question I have a Alesis Nitro mesh and want to add another ride cymbal (will convert the other to a crash 2). Really interested in the Alesis DMPad 14” 3-Zone Ride Crash Cymbal Pad. On the Nitro will it only be a single zone? Or would it retain its 3-zone ride crash? Thanks again for your videos!
Hi 65 Drums, good video out here. Is the Yamaha Cymbal Pad CY95AT compatible to Yamaha DTX450K? Thanks
I still like some of the vintage E-drum sounds, and I've got a new Simmons SD2000 kit which is pretty cool, and I like some of the kits in the old Alesis D4 module, would those new Hex shape mesh Simmons SD2000 triggers work on one of those old Alesis modules??
Does the Yamaha DTX Pro x module work with Alesis Strike pads? My church strike module will not read any SD cards. Internal or external
So I bought a Simmons SD 1200 pad to play on my Alesis Nitro mesh kit. Mainly because of the size and overall it's okay but when I really start laying into it I will get almost a phase shifter kind of sound. I've tried adjusting the sensitivity and the velocity and if I turn the sensitivity down too low then I can't play at a lower volume and of the pad pick it up. Any suggestions would be helpful thank you
Can you please give me an advice? I am going to buy yamaha dtx 522k kit for our music school and I want to replace rubber tom pads TP70 with Millenium MPS-500/750 10" Mesh Head Pad or Alesis Crimson 10" Mesh Head Pad, but I am not shure, if it will work (as dual zone pads). Can you help me? I have tried to find answer on google but didn´t found. Thanks, Milos, Slovakia
The kick pad Alesis Nitro is compatible for module Yamaha dtx 402? I AM Brazilian.... Thank you
Very informative video! Thank you! I know you said 99% of the time same brand modules and pads work together...but just to be certain before I buy. Will a Roland DK 8 or DK 9 kick work with the module of the Roland TD4KP portable fold up kit? I'm having sliding problems with the current on frame kick. Thanks!...and keep up the great work!
I have the older heavier model TrapKat I really like the sturdiness of it as well as the feel of the pads. I have had it in storage for years and just got it up again. Can anyone tell me where I can get info on using it with a yamaha motif es sound module rack? I'm a good percussionist old school but I'm so technically challenged 🤪 it's sad. I'm lost trying to get the communication going with my Motif. Thanks
Kind of long question here. I have a KAT KT3 kit but my kick drum pad stopped working(I play a lot of double bass and have beaten the hell out of it) and I'm wondering a.) can I even buy a replacement of the same KT3 kick pad(I couldn't find any online)?, and b.) will any kick drum pad work with the KT3 module(and what would you recommend for double bass if so). Any advice would be appreciated!
Do you know if I could replace the rubber pads on a Roland HD3 with PDX mesh pads? Even if they only act like a single zone, it would at least give a more consistent feel around the kit.
Nice video! Does someone know if Roland KD-10 Kick Pad and Yamaha PCY155 work with 2Box DrumIt5 module? Thank you for the answer!
do you have any experience with ATV xd3 modules and what pads are compatible with that?
Hey man,
I have a Yamaha dtx 400k, and I was wondering if the alesis command module will work with the dtx pads. I’ve been saving for the command, but the reputation of alesis’s quality worries me, so I’m thinking of just getting the module, and then upgrading to more durable mesh pads later on.
Problem is that the dtx 400k isn’t dual zone, will it still work?
Thanks: Paradoxx
Bro plz make a review on Alesis dm7x
The only time I trust a mixed brand/pad: My favorite kick pad is made by Yamaha. Works great with my kt-4 or td-30 modules. The kat and Roland rides are not interchangeable.
Hi... Do u think alisis mesh pads will work with my yamaha DTXTREME Iis.. Thank u in advance
Hi man. Just wondering if my Alesis Command Mesh kit can be upgraded with an 3 zone ride cymbal? For example with Alesis DMPad 14" 3 Zone Ride Cymbal?????
Hey Justin, do yamaha kick pedals such as the kp100 work with roland modules?
Man will a normal dble bass kick pedal work with the roland bass kick? Looks pretty small for 2 pedals, is there a certain bass drum I need? far as size and are they sturdy? And where do I buy extras for my kit?. Ive looked everywhere. I wanna add another stand another cymbal and get rid of the pedal and add a normal bass drum trigger and pedal....
Hi 65 drums, can i connect plug n play Roland PD-85 pads and roland pdx-100 pads to alesis forge module? Are the connecting wires the same? I know these are dual zones pads im more after of their durability
As usual, straight to the point and spot on, thanks!
Hi brother just wanted to ask. im currently using NUX dm4 kit and planning to upgrade my snare into mesh pad which is roland pdx8. will it works the same? my older snare is dual zone and has rimshot also
Awesome channel, super informative and clearly put out there! Question: Do you know what best heads for my acoustic set works best with triggers?
Well they are all going to be similar. If you buy DDrum triggers, be sure to buy the acoustic version, not the RedShot versions. Or you could buy the Aquarian InHead acoustic drumheads. They are acoustic drumheads with the trigger wires embedded into the drumhead itself.
And thanks man!
65 Drums Yeah I have a set of Roland clip on triggers which work better than the ddrum triggers in my experience so far. I actually just got some practice pads that lay flat on top of the drum head which has pretty much killed and double triggering I had before. The only problem with this method is it feels less natural since there's less bounce to these practice pads.
I watched another one of your videos explaining the difference between 1ply, 2ply, and 3ply mesh heads with using that cheap trigger you got. After that I looked up practice mesh heads that actually replace the head (not just a pad that sits on top of the head like mine ) and I assume these are the kind of heads I should be looking for? Except I have only run into 1ply practice mesh heads so far :(
Keep looking, you actually have to type "2ply" or "3ply" to find what you want.
65 Drums awesome, thank you!
I've a HUGE problem with my Alesis Command Mesh drumkit module. It doesn't start, it just freezes when i turn it on and it doesn't pass further than the firmware screen, doesn't respond to any button and the only way to turn it off is by removing the power supply chord. I need help and you seem to know so much about e.drums.
I've sent a support request via the official site of Alesis but haven't got a respond yet, i even tried out one unofficial Alesis forum in the internet and found a guy with the same issue, but no answers.
PLEASE, if you know anything about this type of freezing issues please let me know, i'm dying in here =(
Question: What pad type should I select on the Pearl MIMIC Pro in order to use Alesis Strike pads? Thanks.
Hi, I have a question.
I bought a Simmons SD7PK that works great, but I want to improve the sound quality.
I like to know if I can use a TD 11 module with the Simmons pads?
Will the roland bt1 work with the alesis dm 10? Ive been having trouble. Found out 1 of the bt1 bars i bought was faulty so im waiting till a new one arrives to troubleshoot again
Hi man! Ive been watching a loooot your videos lately.
Manage to get a used td 20!, im looking for a better module and saw alesis pro strike module as a good option, could you tell me if the vh 12 hi hat that comes with the td 20 would work with the alesis strike pro 1.4 module?
Thanks man 🙏 , i wanna ask to u , i have yamaha dtxm 12 are that stuff compatible with roland kick trigger or not ? 🙏
Yes for a kick it should be fine. A roland with yamaha does not work though
Hi man, looking to upgrade my Alesis forge ride (single zone) for a dual zone ride - any recommendations? Love the videos
HELP!!!!! Hey Justin, I have a Roland HD1 and I connected an Alesis kick drum (dm 10) but it doesn't work. When I connected the kick drum to the mix in input it worked but I need that input. How can I get the kickdrum to work properly? :( Thank you!
Hey Justin, I'm curious. Do Alesis cymbals work with any roland modue?
Is there any way to use a Roland VH-10/11 with a TM-2 or SPD-SX? Can't seem to find an answer to this question anywhere :) thanks
Keep,up the great work Justin.
Thanks Scott!
Hello sir,
I have a Yamaha DTX 12, and a kick pedal from a Roland TD-17. It triggers correctly but does not recognize how hard or soft I am playing. Is there a solution to this? Will this problem persist if I use the DTX 12 as a USB or MIDI controller?
What about Yamaha DTX 900M to Roland Pads do you think it will work?
Quick question, does Roland PD-8 (dual zone-piezo/switch) works with Yamaha DTXtreme II dual zone inputs???
Justin- great video, thanks for covering some very cool topics!!!!
Great video Justin! I really like Roland V-Pad PDX-100. It seems as a good choice with its price. But i would like to learn if it is compatible with Yamaha DTX502 module. You know yamaha snare has two rims with switches. But i think rim piezo of PDX-100 can be defined with DTX502 module and if matched with the rimshot sound of drum kit it works. What u think? Thanks.
I've heard that it could work, but not as well as it should. I honestly don't think its worth risking the 100 bucks
This is the best video i have ever seen !!!
Liked and subscribed !!
but I got a question.
I have a yamaha dtxtremre iii, can I use the roland crash cymbal pad on it???
Thank You so much , and i am from Hong Kong
Nice video !
Thank you Patrick! You can try to use the roland cymbal on it. I'm sure you at least get one zone to work, but I'm not sure if BOTH the rim and bow area will trigger.
Do you what cymbals could be compatible with a Simmons sd1000? My ride and crash are slowly going out