ALESIS STRIKE PRO ELECTRONIC DRUM KIT UPDATE
ALESIS STRIKE PRO ELECTRONIC DRUM KIT DOWNLOAD

Pushing down on the spring and then tightening the clutch is not recommended.However, lifting the top cymbal too high off the spring may result in some unexpected behavior when 'stomping' the hi-hat pedal. If this is your preferred setup, it is recommended that the top cymbal is pulled up off the spring slightly, or about an inch or so.

However, some users may prefer to have the top and bottom hi-hat cymbals a little further apart when idle. You can tighten the hi-hat clutch right where it is.At this point your setup options will be somewhat preferential:.Now loosen your hi-hat clutch and let the top cymbal rest on top of the spring.If this 'Stopper' is upside down inside of the bottom cymbal, it will not function properly. Make sure the spring that rests on the bottom cymbal has the black 'stopper' on the top side, closer to the top cymbal and not down inside the cymbal.This cable will communicate to the module that the hi-hat pedal is closed. Make sure the smaller 1/8” cable coming from the bottom cymbal is plugged into the hi-hat module which the bottom cymbal sits on top of.

If not removed, this felt will contribute additional and unnecessary suspension to the Alesis hi-hat and control module that will result in unexpected hi-hat behavior.įor the most accurate and controlled response, please make sure that this felt piece is removed and the hi-hat control module is resting directly on the hi-hat cymbal seat. Most, if not all, hi-hat stands will include a felt washer or pad to be placed below the bottom hi-hat cymbal to protect it. where a real bottom hi-hat cymbal would normally be resting). But before placing the hi-hat control module on your hi-hat stand, look for and remove any felt washers that would sit directly beneath the control module on the cymbal seat (i.e.

The hi-hat control module will go on first.

So, before touching any settings, it's important to ensure the hi-hat is arranged correctly on your hi-hat stand. Changing settings to account for placing the spring upside down, may only make the response worse. The Strike hi-hats will work with virtually any hi-hat stand and can easily adapt to your playing style, but their response and feel will depend on if the pieces were put together correctly. The first step to being successful with the Strike hi-hat is the physical arrangement of the hi-hat pads and stand. The intent of this article is to get you as close to a 'perfect' hi-hat response as possible, so you can play the Alesis Strike kit with confidence. No amount of setting adjustments can account for simply not striking a pad consistently, completely or with enough force.

This makes for a satisfyingly consistent and reliable sound when done correctly, but can be more unforgiving to mistakes than their acoustic counterparts. Electronic drum kits rely on distinct and deliberate performances in order to correctly read the player and react with the appropriate sound, velocity, volume, etc. While following this guide, remember that every percussion instrument, acoustic or electronic, will require a unique touch. While there is no one perfect preset to encompass all drummers, playing styles, hi-hat stands, etc., this guide will explain what you need to know to best adapt the response to you. I can't get the bow or edge to trigger on my hi-hat.My top cymbal responds better when I hit the Alesis logo.The splash sound is triggering too much or not enough.The chick and closed sounds are triggering too much or not enough.I have to press down hard on the pedal to trigger a closed sound.Open hi-hat sounds still trigger with the hi-hat closed, or closed hi-hat sounds still trigger with the hi-hat open.I moved my kit to a new location and now my hi-hat responds differently.

ALESIS STRIKE PRO ELECTRONIC DRUM KIT DOWNLOAD

Visit the Strike product page to download and our installation and setup guide for a complete overview.

ALESIS STRIKE PRO ELECTRONIC DRUM KIT UPDATE

This article covers every step of hi-hat configuration, including physical setup, adjusting settings (if necessary), and what do if the hi-hat is not responding as expected.īefore continuing with this guide, we recommend installing the latest v1.4 firmware update for your Strike module. Hi-hat auto-calibration and new precision settings for fine-tuning response mean a better feeling hi-hat and a more satisfying kit overall. With every new firmware update, the Alesis Strike kit grows smarter and more capable of automatically adapting to each player, including the elusive hi-hat.

Solution home Alesis Support Alesis | Troubleshooting Alesis Strike Pro Kit | Hi-Hat Configuration and Troubleshooting

Alesis strike pro electronic drum kit