This is digital drumming redefined. With the DD480xs unique technology the gap between virtual and acoustic drums has been bridged like never before. Unlike most electronic kits the DD480x features non-contact sensor technology which adds new levels of realism to electronic drumming. The unique magnetic sensors convert the users playing vibrations into digital information which better reflects the intricacies of your drumming – either using the kits vast selection of inbuilt sounds or triggering your favourite VSTs. Maximum expression can be achieved with the DD480x. The kits 10cm-deep drum pad shells are made from wood providing the player with an authentic drumming experience upon sitting behind kit. Its dual-ply mesh heads offer rebound and an acoustic feel when struck while the DD480xs powerful module empowers the player to create a totally personal virtual drum statement with ease. This kit includes additional tom and cymbal pads. Mesh heads across the board The DD480xs high-quality mesh drumheads offer excellent levels of response and feel – the closest youll get to acoustic drum skins. Additionally the cymbal and drum pads benefit from dual-zone technology meaning you can fully experiment with your playing style. With increased variation – including rim shots and cymbal chokes – you can express yourself as much as you would on a traditional acoustic kit. You can even pull your fills and rim shots off in style with the DD480xs wooden drum pad shells. Digital drumming redefined The DD480x offers a fulfilling and authentic drumming experience whether youre in the studio performing live or practising. A thin strip of magnetic film sits between the drums dual-ply mesh heads. Vibrations caused by playing are then detected by the kits unique non-contact sensory technology. This is used to translate your performance into digital information with improved accuracy. Highly responsive this patented technology provides a much more detailed playing experience than most off-the-shelf kits. A vast digital sound module The DD480xs powerful sound module features 30 fully-customisable preset kits as well as 470 individual percussion sounds. This vast onboard sound library gives you endless choices for gigging recording and practice. When gigging you can connect the line output to an amp or mixer. For practice theres a handy AUX input for playing along with your favourite tracks while its headphone output means you can rehearse without disturbing others – play at all hours of the day. You can get even more out of the DD480x by connecting it to a computer or sound module. Drum with your full selection of VST and MIDI samples or play and record in your favourite DAW – connected via MIDI or USB. Working with both Windows PCs and Apple Macs the DD480x is completely plug and play. Learn as you play – your own personal drum tutor Refine your skills with structured training. Whether youre perfecting a tricky drum fill for the studio or practising a full track before a gig the DD480xs Coach Mode is a useful ally. Its inbuilt metronome will help you improve your rhythm and timing in a controlled environment. And with 15 play-along songs each track can be slowed down to allow you to rehearse in closer detail. The best of both drumming worlds Premium quality and genuine versatility. The DD480x gives you the very best of digital drums with all the authentic trimmings youve come to expect from an acoustic kit. The chunky wooden drum pad shells offer the feel and aesthetic of an acoustic kit while the unique sensor technology establishes the DD480x as a premium electronic kit. Fuse together the best of both drumming worlds with the truly versatile DD480x. Specifications DD480x Drum Pads Snare pads: 10″ dual-zone mesh snare drum pad Tom pads: 2x 10″ dual-zone mesh tom pad 2x 8″ dual-zone mesh tom pads Pad depth: 100mm (including 10mm rim) Cymbal pad 1: 2x Dual-zone crash cymbal with choke Cymbal pad 2: Dual-zone ride cymbal with choke Hi-hat: Dual-zone hi-hat cymbal pad Hi-hat control pedal: 1 Kick Trigger: 8″ mesh pad DD480x Module Sounds: 470 high-quality voices Drum kits: 30 preset kits (fully editable) Songs: 15 preset songs Connectors: Loom connector MIDI in/out aux. in stereo headphone out L/mono and R out power USB tom expansion crash 2 expansion Controls: Power cursor buttons + & – buttons rotary wheel volume knob song button play/pause button tempo button click button coach button mute button record button return button setup button F1 – F3 function button Included Accessories Additional 8″ tom pad Additional cymbal pad Kick drum pedal 2-year warranty Music is for everyone so we’re making it easier for you to start playing. 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