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BGRA: Alesis SR-16 16-Bit Stereo Drum Machine

Manufacturer Alesis Model SR-16 16-Bit Stereo Drum Machine
Reviewer Kurt Werner
Experience Item owned
Review Date Price paid $349.00 List
DimensionsAbout 12 inches long/eight inches wide
ConstructionExcellent
Ease of UseA fourth grader could figure it out
I decided since I could not have a drummer at my beck and call, I needed to purchase a drum machine. A friend recommended the Alesis and I now see why it is popular. There are 50 preset patterns that are immediately available. These are very good and there is a fill button which has a little drum solo and then it switches to an alternate pattern. I use one pattern for the bulk of the song and then fill to the chorus. The patterns are Rock, Latin, R&B, Polka, Rockabilly, Rap, Reggae, Jazz, Jazz rock, Funk, Country, and Hard Rock. Each pattern has the A/B configuration with the fill. There are 233 drum and rhythm samples mixed with variations of room and hall reverb. I haven't had the time to play with all of these but each has it's own qualities. The Alesis is also completely MIDI ready and programmable. There is a feature that allows programming so you can come up with your own patterns and program them in. This is every bassists dream come true...having a drummer when ever you want one and a drummer that plays only what you want and DOESN'T screw up or play something different each time. I recommend this to every bassist out there. It is a great practice tool and helps bassists who do not gig develop good timing and the ability to connect with a real drummer. It lists at $349 but I bought mine brand new for $260. There are pedals available for the machine for extra.
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