Ion Computer Drum Kit Nic Review

I bought these as a sort of experiment to see if they would just be a fun way to practice my drumming, or if I really could use them in my home studio. So far I’ve been mostly pleasantly surprised. Setup was relatively easy - I had them put together and the software installed in about 2 hours. In addition to the USB out cable, there is also a MIDI out jack, so you CAN use them as MIDI triggers (contrary to what I read in one review online). As far as sound quality, they sound as good as the samples you are triggering. Troll the internet a little and you’ll find tons of free drum samples. Setting up a custom kit with the included software was super-easy. Sure, there are only 7 velocity levels, but for most rock purposes this is fine. My only complaints are: 1. There aren’t quite enough pads to have a full 5-piece kit with crash, ride, and hi-hat, so you’ll need to sacrifice one of the rack toms to use as a ride cymbal; 2. The “choke” function on the crash cymbal pad doesn’t work; 3. There’s no way I’ve found yet to add a bell sound to one of the cymbal pads; 4. The kick and hi-hat pedals have sensitivity issues (triggering when you don’t want it, but no velocity variability); and most importantly 5. I can’t seem to get the MP3 export option to work (this is the most major issue if you’re using them in a home studio). But for 0, you really can’t do much better.

Ion Computer Drum Kit Nic Feature

• Adjustable drum rack; Easy to assemble, store and transport
• Takes up less floor space; Velocity-sensitive true drum feel and response
• Advanced sample-playback technology for high quality audio
• Easy USB installation. USB connection provides power (no power outlets required)
• CD with PC-based tutorial program, application software, and music

Ion Computer Drum Kit Nic Overview

BE THE DRUMMER WITH GREAT DRUM SOUNDS, VIDEO TUTORIALS AND INTERACTIVE GAMES!Make Your Dreams of Becoming a Drummer a Reality!Simply plug the ION iED05 into your computer via USB and start drumming. Over 200 pro-quality drum sounds are included and ready to play. Velocity-sensitive pads and cymbals react accurately to every hit, delivering incredible realism and feeling.Step by step tutorial software is included. Both beginners and experienced drummers who want to sharpen their skills and improve their performance have everything they need in one kit. Play along with the included songs and youre the drummer!Let the ION iED05 make your dream of becoming a drummer a reality.

Available at Amazon Check Price Now!

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• Zildjian 5AND 5a Nylon Dip Drumsticks
• Pacific Drums and Percussion 700 Series Drum Throne
• Vic Firth American Classic 5A Drum Sticks
• Zildjian 7AND 7a Nylon Dip Drumsticks
• Musicians Gear Hickory Drumsticks, 10-Pack

Customer Reviews

Quality OK, but needs refinement - Keith Rust - Utah
It is clear that this is a rather new device for Ion, the software is version 1.0, rudimentary, lacking very clear documentation, etc. I wish it had more music to play to with the notation as I love the gaming aspect. The pads aren’t the best, not recognizing the hits from time to time, but for a first drum set it’s fun to play. Hopefully Ion will get an upgrade to the software as I see a lot of potential in this drum set.

the ion drum set - vman -
i recently purchased the ion drum set and it basically sucks. if feels like playing on hard plastic. i don’t like it. the pads suck. the software has a sound lag. you get what you pay for.

Computer drum kit - Ms. Melissa - Las Vegas, NV
The drum kit was easy to put together and looks like a nice electronic drum kit. My 11 year old son is a beginning percussionist and loves it. The issue is that you cannot use it without having it hooked up to a computer and the computer being on for power. You must also have the drum kit software open to hear the drum sounds. The drum kit does not have a power source or power cord for the wall in addition to no speakers. It works well if you have computer to hook it to and don’t need to use the computer while the set is being played. It works well and sounds ok, but not great.

Just about what you’d expect - Steve - Florida
I was hoping I could try to play a little on this kit. I play guitar, but I’d love to learn to drum. You could start out learning a few beats on this kit, and it’s fun for kids, but that’s about as far as it will get you. A real drummer just couldn’t live with this setup. That said, you can’t beat something up too bad when it’s this cheap. Just have reasonable expectations. It’s almost a toy, and not really a full blown instrument.

It was a piece of cake to put together. Not very good instructions, but it was a total no brainer if you’re mechanically inclined at all.

The software is REALLY bad. I installed it on a new (at the time) Vista machine and the latency (time between hitting the pad and hearing the sound) was so bad it was completely unplayable. There was probably a 300 to 500ms delay. I then installed it onto an older XP machine and the latency issue was gone. Unfortunately, even on the XP setup, if you scroll through more than 6 or 7 of the preset kits it starts to give you memory errors. Just looking at it you can tell it’s cheap lame Asian made software that was thrown together.

The kit itself has some issues in that the clamps that hold the pads to the rack are plastic. They can’t be tightened enough to actually hold securely. (I’m positive they’d break) It wouldn’t be too hard to drill small holes and use screws to secure everything, but I was never that committed to the set to bother.

On the plus side, the pads seemed to track well. The hits were accurate, with no doubles and few misses. Once I installed on an older computer, the latency went to zero, as it should be. One neat feature is that you can build your own kits using other drum samples, so if you’ve been using something like Acid or Fruity Loops you can use single hit sample files in this software.

*** Product Information and Prices Stored: Mar 01, 2010 13:14:23

Ion Computer Drum Kit Nic Review

I bought these as a sort of experiment to see if they would just be a fun way to practice my drumming, or if I really could use them in my home studio. So far I’ve been mostly pleasantly surprised. Setup was relatively easy - I had them put together and the software installed in about 2 hours. In addition to the USB out cable, there is also a MIDI out jack, so you CAN use them as MIDI triggers (contrary to what I read in one review online). As far as sound quality, they sound as good as the samples you are triggering. Troll the internet a little and you’ll find tons of free drum samples. Setting up a custom kit with the included software was super-easy. Sure, there are only 7 velocity levels, but for most rock purposes this is fine. My only complaints are: 1. There aren’t quite enough pads to have a full 5-piece kit with crash, ride, and hi-hat, so you’ll need to sacrifice one of the rack toms to use as a ride cymbal; 2. The “choke” function on the crash cymbal pad doesn’t work; 3. There’s no way I’ve found yet to add a bell sound to one of the cymbal pads; 4. The kick and hi-hat pedals have sensitivity issues (triggering when you don’t want it, but no velocity variability); and most importantly 5. I can’t seem to get the MP3 export option to work (this is the most major issue if you’re using them in a home studio). But for 0, you really can’t do much better.

Ion Computer Drum Kit Nic Feature

• Adjustable drum rack; Easy to assemble, store and transport
• Takes up less floor space; Velocity-sensitive true drum feel and response
• Advanced sample-playback technology for high quality audio
• Easy USB installation. USB connection provides power (no power outlets required)
• CD with PC-based tutorial program, application software, and music

Ion Computer Drum Kit Nic Overview

BE THE DRUMMER WITH GREAT DRUM SOUNDS, VIDEO TUTORIALS AND INTERACTIVE GAMES!Make Your Dreams of Becoming a Drummer a Reality!Simply plug the ION iED05 into your computer via USB and start drumming. Over 200 pro-quality drum sounds are included and ready to play. Velocity-sensitive pads and cymbals react accurately to every hit, delivering incredible realism and feeling.Step by step tutorial software is included. Both beginners and experienced drummers who want to sharpen their skills and improve their performance have everything they need in one kit. Play along with the included songs and youre the drummer!Let the ION iED05 make your dream of becoming a drummer a reality.

Available at Amazon Check Price Now!

Related Products

• Zildjian 5AND 5a Nylon Dip Drumsticks
• Pacific Drums and Percussion 700 Series Drum Throne
• Vic Firth American Classic 5A Drum Sticks
• Zildjian 7AND 7a Nylon Dip Drumsticks
• Musicians Gear Hickory Drumsticks, 10-Pack

Customer Reviews

Quality OK, but needs refinement - Keith Rust - Utah
It is clear that this is a rather new device for Ion, the software is version 1.0, rudimentary, lacking very clear documentation, etc. I wish it had more music to play to with the notation as I love the gaming aspect. The pads aren’t the best, not recognizing the hits from time to time, but for a first drum set it’s fun to play. Hopefully Ion will get an upgrade to the software as I see a lot of potential in this drum set.

the ion drum set - vman -
i recently purchased the ion drum set and it basically sucks. if feels like playing on hard plastic. i don’t like it. the pads suck. the software has a sound lag. you get what you pay for.

Computer drum kit - Ms. Melissa - Las Vegas, NV
The drum kit was easy to put together and looks like a nice electronic drum kit. My 11 year old son is a beginning percussionist and loves it. The issue is that you cannot use it without having it hooked up to a computer and the computer being on for power. You must also have the drum kit software open to hear the drum sounds. The drum kit does not have a power source or power cord for the wall in addition to no speakers. It works well if you have computer to hook it to and don’t need to use the computer while the set is being played. It works well and sounds ok, but not great.

Just about what you’d expect - Steve - Florida
I was hoping I could try to play a little on this kit. I play guitar, but I’d love to learn to drum. You could start out learning a few beats on this kit, and it’s fun for kids, but that’s about as far as it will get you. A real drummer just couldn’t live with this setup. That said, you can’t beat something up too bad when it’s this cheap. Just have reasonable expectations. It’s almost a toy, and not really a full blown instrument.

It was a piece of cake to put together. Not very good instructions, but it was a total no brainer if you’re mechanically inclined at all.

The software is REALLY bad. I installed it on a new (at the time) Vista machine and the latency (time between hitting the pad and hearing the sound) was so bad it was completely unplayable. There was probably a 300 to 500ms delay. I then installed it onto an older XP machine and the latency issue was gone. Unfortunately, even on the XP setup, if you scroll through more than 6 or 7 of the preset kits it starts to give you memory errors. Just looking at it you can tell it’s cheap lame Asian made software that was thrown together.

The kit itself has some issues in that the clamps that hold the pads to the rack are plastic. They can’t be tightened enough to actually hold securely. (I’m positive they’d break) It wouldn’t be too hard to drill small holes and use screws to secure everything, but I was never that committed to the set to bother.

On the plus side, the pads seemed to track well. The hits were accurate, with no doubles and few misses. Once I installed on an older computer, the latency went to zero, as it should be. One neat feature is that you can build your own kits using other drum samples, so if you’ve been using something like Acid or Fruity Loops you can use single hit sample files in this software.

*** Product Information and Prices Stored: Feb 28, 2010 17:38:20

Ion IDP01 Drum Pad Extension Kit Review

The first (main set) of these died shortly after purchasing it. Decided to give it another chance a couple of months later. You can’t have more fun for 0.! Adding these two extra pads rounded the set out and gave me a low tom and ride cymbal. While not of professional caliber,a closet drummer like myself can have a lot of fun! The “brain” is made by Alesis and is very similar to their best selling SR-16.

Ion IDP01 Drum Pad Extension Kit Feature

• Add more drum sounds to electronic drum kit
• Sold in packages of 2
• Includes all mounting hardware

Ion IDP01 Drum Pad Extension Kit Overview

Drum pad extension kit adds more drum sound to your electronic kit.

Ion IDP01 Drum Pad Extension Kit Specifications

If you have Ion’s iED01 “Sound Session” electronic drum kit but are craving a few more pads than those default five, this kit makes for a quick and easy expansion.

The IDP01 Drum Pad Extension Kit is sold in packages of two with all mounting hardware included–simply mount, plug into your drum module’s remaining jacks, and you’re set.

Like those included with the iED01, these rubber drum pads have a natural feel, and Velocity sensitivity accurately responds to quieter and louder playing with corresponding changes in volume.

What’s in the Box
Two Drum Pads, Mounting Hardware

Available at Amazon Check Price Now!

Related Products

• Ion iED01 Electronic Drum Set with Drum Machine
• Ion Cymbal for IED01 and IED04
• Zildjian 5AND 5a Nylon Dip Drumsticks
• Pacific Drums and Percussion 700 Series Drum Throne
• Ion Computer Drum Kit Nic

Customer Reviews

So Far, So good. - M. Spring -
I just got these today and so far they’ve been good. I’m glad i purchased them. I’m more relieved these pads come with the needed cables and mounts. For now, I’ve been using them as an extension to my Alesis and they’ve been triggering/working just fine.

ION Drum pad extension 2 pk - Martin Aviles, MD - Natchitoches, Louisiana
I had to return it due to quantity but it was sent fast & accurately. Excellent customer service.

These Drums Are Great - Mike Hackworth -
These Ion-Audio drum sets are wonderful. I can’t believe all of the bad reviews I’ve seen on them. These drum pads are just like the one’s that come with the complete sets (except for the rocker kit). They came with the mounts,and needed cables. I love these drums!

*** Product Information and Prices Stored: Feb 22, 2010 19:12:05

Ion IDP01 Drum Pad Extension Kit Review

The first (main set) of these died shortly after purchasing it. Decided to give it another chance a couple of months later. You can’t have more fun for 0.! Adding these two extra pads rounded the set out and gave me a low tom and ride cymbal. While not of professional caliber,a closet drummer like myself can have a lot of fun! The “brain” is made by Alesis and is very similar to their best selling SR-16.

Ion IDP01 Drum Pad Extension Kit Feature

• Add more drum sounds to electronic drum kit
• Sold in packages of 2
• Includes all mounting hardware

Ion IDP01 Drum Pad Extension Kit Overview

Drum pad extension kit adds more drum sound to your electronic kit.

Ion IDP01 Drum Pad Extension Kit Specifications

If you have Ion’s iED01 “Sound Session” electronic drum kit but are craving a few more pads than those default five, this kit makes for a quick and easy expansion.

The IDP01 Drum Pad Extension Kit is sold in packages of two with all mounting hardware included–simply mount, plug into your drum module’s remaining jacks, and you’re set.

Like those included with the iED01, these rubber drum pads have a natural feel, and Velocity sensitivity accurately responds to quieter and louder playing with corresponding changes in volume.

What’s in the Box
Two Drum Pads, Mounting Hardware

Available at Amazon Check Price Now!

Related Products

• Ion iED01 Electronic Drum Set with Drum Machine
• Ion Cymbal for IED01 and IED04
• Pacific Drums and Percussion 700 Series Drum Throne
• Zildjian 5AND 5a Nylon Dip Drumsticks
• Ion Computer Drum Kit Nic

Customer Reviews

So Far, So good. - M. Spring -
I just got these today and so far they’ve been good. I’m glad i purchased them. I’m more relieved these pads come with the needed cables and mounts. For now, I’ve been using them as an extension to my Alesis and they’ve been triggering/working just fine.

ION Drum pad extension 2 pk - Martin Aviles, MD - Natchitoches, Louisiana
I had to return it due to quantity but it was sent fast & accurately. Excellent customer service.

These Drums Are Great - Mike Hackworth -
These Ion-Audio drum sets are wonderful. I can’t believe all of the bad reviews I’ve seen on them. These drum pads are just like the one’s that come with the complete sets (except for the rocker kit). They came with the mounts,and needed cables. I love these drums!

*** Product Information and Prices Stored: Feb 20, 2010 22:28:06

Ion iED01 Electronic Drum Set with Drum Machine Review

I bought this kit for myself and my 2 sons (4 and 6) to mess around with and to learn a little on drums. All in all the kit is pretty good for the price. I would never expect to play live with this set, but its pretty good for practice and jamming. The brain box (iDM02) has quite a good mix of sounds in it and can be substituted as a standalone drum pad/machine. It’s actually a re-badged Alesis SR16 which costs 0 by itself. With that said, there are a couple flaws which i would like to point out. 1. The mounts for the pads and extension arms move a little (even though i have them pretty tight). I will most likely have to unscrew them and place some sort of filler in between the clamp to help them hold better. 2. The pedals double tap the trigger from time to time but there is a couple tutorials online on how to fix this. Both issues are fairly minor because it doesnt take much to fix. If you want something that is perfect right out of the box, then i would say look elsewhere. But if you want a a set that is very affordable, sounds good, and you don’t mind doing a couple tweaks to get it set up right, then I would get this set.

Good Luck!

Ion iED01 Electronic Drum Set with Drum Machine Feature

• Electronic drum set with 5 drum pads, 2 foot switches, drum machine, headphones, and cables
• Snare pad, 2 tom-tom pads, cymbal pad, and high-hat pad; kick drum and open high-hat foot switches
• iDM01 drum machine delivers 233 natural drum sounds and 50 preset rhythm patterns
• Dynamic Articulation function adjusts tone to match drummer’s intensity; includes drumsticks
• Auxiliary output cables for direct stereo or PA connection; 90-day warranty

Ion iED01 Electronic Drum Set with Drum Machine Overview

The iED01 drum kit features everything you need to start playing drums right out of the box. The kit includes headphone so you can practice privately and auxiliary output cables for when it’s time to get loud. The drum machine includes 233 natural drum sounds and 50 preset rhythm patters, to be sure to keep things interesting. Our exclusive Dynamic Articulation feature enables a drum sound to change its tonal content as it’s played harder for truly realistic performances. Expand the drum set with our drum pad accessory kit (iDP01) and the optional drum throne (iDT01) for the maximum experience.

Ion iED01 Electronic Drum Set with Drum Machine Specifications

Equipped with everything you need to play drums right out of the box, the Ion iED01 electronic drum set is ideal for beginning or intermediate drummers. The pads range from a single snare pad and two tom-tom pads to a cymbal pad and a high-hat pad, each of which sounds crisp and powerful. The kick drum and open high-hat foot switches, meanwhile, help drummers lay down a solid rhythm. The pads and switches are coordinated by the iDM01 drum machine, which delivers 233 natural drum sounds and 50 preset rhythm patterns to keep things interesting. And thanks to the exclusive Dynamic Articulation function, the harder a drummer pounds, the more the tone changes, resulting in a truly realistic performance.

Drummers will also dig the headphones, which let players perfect their chops in privacy (a must for small homes or apartments), and the auxiliary output cables, which connect directly to a stereo or PA system for seriously loud drumming. The kit also comes with a single set of drumsticks and all the necessary cables, and is backed by a 90-day warranty.

What’s in the Box
One snare drum pad, two tom-tom pads, one cymbal pad, one high-hat pad, one kick-drum foot switch, one open high-hat foot switch, one set of drum sticks, one iDM01 drum machine, and headphones.

Available at Amazon Check Price Now!

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• Ion IDP01 Drum Pad Extension Kit
• Zildjian 5AND 5a Nylon Dip Drumsticks
• Ion IDT01 iDT01 Height Adjustable, Single Braced Drum Throne
• Ion Cymbal for IED01 and IED04
• 226 DRUM THRONE - SEAT / STOOL - CLASSIC DRUMMER GEAR

Customer Reviews

sons first drum set - S. Wynkoop - saugerties, n.y., US
I thought this drum set was a great first for my 24 year old son who wants to play but has little room to do so.

Don’t waste your time - J. Howard -
I bought this for my son for christmas. It worked for 30 minutes. I contacted Ion-audio and was on hold for 20 minutes. They did offer to repair the module but it would take 7-8 weeks. I went to amazon and this item cannot be exchanged because it is out of stock even though it is still available to be purchased. Thanks guys and Merry Christmas!!

Can’t beat the value! (pun intended) - Jaytee - Cincinnati, OH USA
Purchased this unit for my teen son. He has a standard set but we needed something he could play anytime of the day or night without disturbing the rest of the family. We’ve been shopping electronic sets for a little while but not ready to commit to the high price of the systems we liked. This Ion iED01 set meets the immediate need perfectly. It doesn’t have the high-end sounds and features the 00 sets have, obviously — but this set is a great option for pad practice. My son loves it and he plays it almost everyday. It was very easy to setup initially and easy to adjust and expand upon. This system comes with a drum machine that alone is worth the purchase price! Set is a bit small but big enough even for a full grown adult player to enjoy. Set came with everything needed — stand, pads, cords, power supply, drum machine, sticks and even a nice set of headphones. All you need is a throne or chair.

*** Product Information and Prices Stored: Feb 18, 2010 08:53:05

Ion IDP01 Drum Pad Extension Kit Review

The first (main set) of these died shortly after purchasing it. Decided to give it another chance a couple of months later. You can’t have more fun for 0.! Adding these two extra pads rounded the set out and gave me a low tom and ride cymbal. While not of professional caliber,a closet drummer like myself can have a lot of fun! The “brain” is made by Alesis and is very similar to their best selling SR-16.

Ion IDP01 Drum Pad Extension Kit Feature

• Add more drum sounds to electronic drum kit
• Sold in packages of 2
• Includes all mounting hardware

Ion IDP01 Drum Pad Extension Kit Overview

Drum pad extension kit adds more drum sound to your electronic kit.

Ion IDP01 Drum Pad Extension Kit Specifications

If you have Ion’s iED01 “Sound Session” electronic drum kit but are craving a few more pads than those default five, this kit makes for a quick and easy expansion.

The IDP01 Drum Pad Extension Kit is sold in packages of two with all mounting hardware included–simply mount, plug into your drum module’s remaining jacks, and you’re set.

Like those included with the iED01, these rubber drum pads have a natural feel, and Velocity sensitivity accurately responds to quieter and louder playing with corresponding changes in volume.

What’s in the Box
Two Drum Pads, Mounting Hardware

Available at Amazon Check Price Now!

Related Products

• Ion iED01 Electronic Drum Set with Drum Machine
• Ion Cymbal for IED01 and IED04
• Pacific Drums and Percussion 700 Series Drum Throne
• Zildjian 5AND 5a Nylon Dip Drumsticks
• Ion Computer Drum Kit Nic

Customer Reviews

So Far, So good. - M. Spring -
I just got these today and so far they’ve been good. I’m glad i purchased them. I’m more relieved these pads come with the needed cables and mounts. For now, I’ve been using them as an extension to my Alesis and they’ve been triggering/working just fine.

ION Drum pad extension 2 pk - Martin Aviles, MD - Natchitoches, Louisiana
I had to return it due to quantity but it was sent fast & accurately. Excellent customer service.

These Drums Are Great - Mike Hackworth -
These Ion-Audio drum sets are wonderful. I can’t believe all of the bad reviews I’ve seen on them. These drum pads are just like the one’s that come with the complete sets (except for the rocker kit). They came with the mounts,and needed cables. I love these drums!

*** Product Information and Prices Stored: Feb 16, 2010 12:08:07

Ion Computer Drum Kit Nic Review

I bought these as a sort of experiment to see if they would just be a fun way to practice my drumming, or if I really could use them in my home studio. So far I’ve been mostly pleasantly surprised. Setup was relatively easy - I had them put together and the software installed in about 2 hours. In addition to the USB out cable, there is also a MIDI out jack, so you CAN use them as MIDI triggers (contrary to what I read in one review online). As far as sound quality, they sound as good as the samples you are triggering. Troll the internet a little and you’ll find tons of free drum samples. Setting up a custom kit with the included software was super-easy. Sure, there are only 7 velocity levels, but for most rock purposes this is fine. My only complaints are: 1. There aren’t quite enough pads to have a full 5-piece kit with crash, ride, and hi-hat, so you’ll need to sacrifice one of the rack toms to use as a ride cymbal; 2. The “choke” function on the crash cymbal pad doesn’t work; 3. There’s no way I’ve found yet to add a bell sound to one of the cymbal pads; 4. The kick and hi-hat pedals have sensitivity issues (triggering when you don’t want it, but no velocity variability); and most importantly 5. I can’t seem to get the MP3 export option to work (this is the most major issue if you’re using them in a home studio). But for 0, you really can’t do much better.

Ion Computer Drum Kit Nic Feature

• Adjustable drum rack; Easy to assemble, store and transport
• Takes up less floor space; Velocity-sensitive true drum feel and response
• Advanced sample-playback technology for high quality audio
• Easy USB installation. USB connection provides power (no power outlets required)
• CD with PC-based tutorial program, application software, and music

Ion Computer Drum Kit Nic Overview

BE THE DRUMMER WITH GREAT DRUM SOUNDS, VIDEO TUTORIALS AND INTERACTIVE GAMES!Make Your Dreams of Becoming a Drummer a Reality!Simply plug the ION iED05 into your computer via USB and start drumming. Over 200 pro-quality drum sounds are included and ready to play. Velocity-sensitive pads and cymbals react accurately to every hit, delivering incredible realism and feeling.Step by step tutorial software is included. Both beginners and experienced drummers who want to sharpen their skills and improve their performance have everything they need in one kit. Play along with the included songs and youre the drummer!Let the ION iED05 make your dream of becoming a drummer a reality.

Available at Amazon Check Price Now!

Related Products

• Zildjian 5AND 5a Nylon Dip Drumsticks
• Pacific Drums and Percussion 700 Series Drum Throne
• Vic Firth American Classic 5A Drum Sticks
• Zildjian 7AND 7a Nylon Dip Drumsticks
• Musicians Gear Hickory Drumsticks, 10-Pack

Customer Reviews

Quality OK, but needs refinement - Keith Rust - Utah
It is clear that this is a rather new device for Ion, the software is version 1.0, rudimentary, lacking very clear documentation, etc. I wish it had more music to play to with the notation as I love the gaming aspect. The pads aren’t the best, not recognizing the hits from time to time, but for a first drum set it’s fun to play. Hopefully Ion will get an upgrade to the software as I see a lot of potential in this drum set.

the ion drum set - vman -
i recently purchased the ion drum set and it basically sucks. if feels like playing on hard plastic. i don’t like it. the pads suck. the software has a sound lag. you get what you pay for.

Computer drum kit - Ms. Melissa - Las Vegas, NV
The drum kit was easy to put together and looks like a nice electronic drum kit. My 11 year old son is a beginning percussionist and loves it. The issue is that you cannot use it without having it hooked up to a computer and the computer being on for power. You must also have the drum kit software open to hear the drum sounds. The drum kit does not have a power source or power cord for the wall in addition to no speakers. It works well if you have computer to hook it to and don’t need to use the computer while the set is being played. It works well and sounds ok, but not great.

Just about what you’d expect - Steve - Florida
I was hoping I could try to play a little on this kit. I play guitar, but I’d love to learn to drum. You could start out learning a few beats on this kit, and it’s fun for kids, but that’s about as far as it will get you. A real drummer just couldn’t live with this setup. That said, you can’t beat something up too bad when it’s this cheap. Just have reasonable expectations. It’s almost a toy, and not really a full blown instrument.

It was a piece of cake to put together. Not very good instructions, but it was a total no brainer if you’re mechanically inclined at all.

The software is REALLY bad. I installed it on a new (at the time) Vista machine and the latency (time between hitting the pad and hearing the sound) was so bad it was completely unplayable. There was probably a 300 to 500ms delay. I then installed it onto an older XP machine and the latency issue was gone. Unfortunately, even on the XP setup, if you scroll through more than 6 or 7 of the preset kits it starts to give you memory errors. Just looking at it you can tell it’s cheap lame Asian made software that was thrown together.

The kit itself has some issues in that the clamps that hold the pads to the rack are plastic. They can’t be tightened enough to actually hold securely. (I’m positive they’d break) It wouldn’t be too hard to drill small holes and use screws to secure everything, but I was never that committed to the set to bother.

On the plus side, the pads seemed to track well. The hits were accurate, with no doubles and few misses. Once I installed on an older computer, the latency went to zero, as it should be. One neat feature is that you can build your own kits using other drum samples, so if you’ve been using something like Acid or Fruity Loops you can use single hit sample files in this software.

*** Product Information and Prices Stored: Feb 14, 2010 23:19:22

Ion iED01 Electronic Drum Set with Drum Machine Review

I bought this kit for myself and my 2 sons (4 and 6) to mess around with and to learn a little on drums. All in all the kit is pretty good for the price. I would never expect to play live with this set, but its pretty good for practice and jamming. The brain box (iDM02) has quite a good mix of sounds in it and can be substituted as a standalone drum pad/machine. It’s actually a re-badged Alesis SR16 which costs 0 by itself. With that said, there are a couple flaws which i would like to point out. 1. The mounts for the pads and extension arms move a little (even though i have them pretty tight). I will most likely have to unscrew them and place some sort of filler in between the clamp to help them hold better. 2. The pedals double tap the trigger from time to time but there is a couple tutorials online on how to fix this. Both issues are fairly minor because it doesnt take much to fix. If you want something that is perfect right out of the box, then i would say look elsewhere. But if you want a a set that is very affordable, sounds good, and you don’t mind doing a couple tweaks to get it set up right, then I would get this set.

Good Luck!

Ion iED01 Electronic Drum Set with Drum Machine Feature

• Electronic drum set with 5 drum pads, 2 foot switches, drum machine, headphones, and cables
• Snare pad, 2 tom-tom pads, cymbal pad, and high-hat pad; kick drum and open high-hat foot switches
• iDM01 drum machine delivers 233 natural drum sounds and 50 preset rhythm patterns
• Dynamic Articulation function adjusts tone to match drummer’s intensity; includes drumsticks
• Auxiliary output cables for direct stereo or PA connection; 90-day warranty

Ion iED01 Electronic Drum Set with Drum Machine Overview

The iED01 drum kit features everything you need to start playing drums right out of the box. The kit includes headphone so you can practice privately and auxiliary output cables for when it’s time to get loud. The drum machine includes 233 natural drum sounds and 50 preset rhythm patters, to be sure to keep things interesting. Our exclusive Dynamic Articulation feature enables a drum sound to change its tonal content as it’s played harder for truly realistic performances. Expand the drum set with our drum pad accessory kit (iDP01) and the optional drum throne (iDT01) for the maximum experience.

Ion iED01 Electronic Drum Set with Drum Machine Specifications

Equipped with everything you need to play drums right out of the box, the Ion iED01 electronic drum set is ideal for beginning or intermediate drummers. The pads range from a single snare pad and two tom-tom pads to a cymbal pad and a high-hat pad, each of which sounds crisp and powerful. The kick drum and open high-hat foot switches, meanwhile, help drummers lay down a solid rhythm. The pads and switches are coordinated by the iDM01 drum machine, which delivers 233 natural drum sounds and 50 preset rhythm patterns to keep things interesting. And thanks to the exclusive Dynamic Articulation function, the harder a drummer pounds, the more the tone changes, resulting in a truly realistic performance.

Drummers will also dig the headphones, which let players perfect their chops in privacy (a must for small homes or apartments), and the auxiliary output cables, which connect directly to a stereo or PA system for seriously loud drumming. The kit also comes with a single set of drumsticks and all the necessary cables, and is backed by a 90-day warranty.

What’s in the Box
One snare drum pad, two tom-tom pads, one cymbal pad, one high-hat pad, one kick-drum foot switch, one open high-hat foot switch, one set of drum sticks, one iDM01 drum machine, and headphones.

Available at Amazon Check Price Now!

Related Products

• Ion IDP01 Drum Pad Extension Kit
• Zildjian 5AND 5a Nylon Dip Drumsticks
• Ion IDT01 iDT01 Height Adjustable, Single Braced Drum Throne
• Ion Cymbal for IED01 and IED04
• 226 DRUM THRONE - SEAT / STOOL - CLASSIC DRUMMER GEAR

Customer Reviews

sons first drum set - S. Wynkoop - saugerties, n.y., US
I thought this drum set was a great first for my 24 year old son who wants to play but has little room to do so.

Don’t waste your time - J. Howard -
I bought this for my son for christmas. It worked for 30 minutes. I contacted Ion-audio and was on hold for 20 minutes. They did offer to repair the module but it would take 7-8 weeks. I went to amazon and this item cannot be exchanged because it is out of stock even though it is still available to be purchased. Thanks guys and Merry Christmas!!

Can’t beat the value! (pun intended) - Jaytee - Cincinnati, OH USA
Purchased this unit for my teen son. He has a standard set but we needed something he could play anytime of the day or night without disturbing the rest of the family. We’ve been shopping electronic sets for a little while but not ready to commit to the high price of the systems we liked. This Ion iED01 set meets the immediate need perfectly. It doesn’t have the high-end sounds and features the 00 sets have, obviously — but this set is a great option for pad practice. My son loves it and he plays it almost everyday. It was very easy to setup initially and easy to adjust and expand upon. This system comes with a drum machine that alone is worth the purchase price! Set is a bit small but big enough even for a full grown adult player to enjoy. Set came with everything needed — stand, pads, cords, power supply, drum machine, sticks and even a nice set of headphones. All you need is a throne or chair.

*** Product Information and Prices Stored: Feb 14, 2010 14:56:07

Ion iED01 Electronic Drum Set with Drum Machine Review

Summary:
Its more than a month since I bought this. I have bought this as a birthday present for my little girl. But it is MUCH BETTER THAN A TOY. Now, I play this almost daily atleast for 5 minutes, just because I LOVE THIS. TO ME THIS IS A GREAT DRUM SET. I have not even started looking into the features of the drum controller. I don’t know, may be not for professionals on stage or recording. But definitely great at home & practice.

About Me: (so that you know how many pinches of salt you need to add to my review)
I am not a trained Jazz drummer, but I am a percussionist trained in Eastern percussion instruments(Tabla for those who know). I used to play in bands(not in US). So trust me, I may not be an expert about Jazz Drums, but I am not bad either .

Purchase: I did’nt buy this from amazon. I was looking for a good drums as my daughters birthday present. I didnt buy this one earlier because of the negative reviews I have read. So thinking that at a slightly higher price, I maybe able to find a decent ones, I went around few local drums & musical instruments shops. The cheapest electronic drum I found was 9. So, I decided to sacrifice my desire for a good one and make the 3year old happy(for whom this was originally intended). From my earlier visits, I knew that my local target store had this @ 9. To my luck this one was marked down to 0 on the day. But Trust me, It is a Great one even at the full price.

Why the review:
The negative review kept me away from this in the first place. After a month of use, i feel this is not as bad it is seen in many other reviews. Thats the reason why I decided to write this review(Now I am shopping around for the extra pads). I am giving it a 5 stars even with the minor gripes i have listed below because its well worth the money.

The good:
- Very much affordable even at the full price. Much lower than any other electronic drum set.
- Comes with an excellent Drum machine which has tons of options as per the user guide. I didnt get time to explore them though.
- The drum machine(controller) has 9 inputs and one hihat and one kick pedal controller for expansion.

Not bad, but could be improved:
- Frame. Not Rock Solid. It does’nt wobble when I play the drum. But my 3year old girl can still turn the pads with my bare hands even when the nuts are tightened well. again, NOT BAD, but could be improved.
- The pads are not sensitive enough to be used as a hand percussion. Ofcourse this is not sold as a hand percussion, but JUST MY GRIPE.
- Looks. Circular PADS could have been better ! RIM could have helped with Rim Shot to get the feel of real drum. If the shape of cymbals and the Hi Hats could have been closer, the Looks could have improved drastically. Ofcourse they sell a seperate crash cymbals as an optional accessory.
- Tangling cables. The cables could have been arranged better if they are routed through the frame. you can tie it to the frame using a velcro, Wrap & Twist or something similar. But cables routed through the frame would have been an excellent cleanup.

The bad:
- Why only 5 pads in the standard package ? Atleast 6 pads are needed if not 7. With 5 pads your drums ends with 2 Tom-Toms. A bell and claps(smaller pads) could have been great. Ofcourse maybe at a slightly higher price or as an optional accessory pack ? the extra 2 pads are at . I am now in amazon to buy that one .
- The Kick Pedals give the plastic-ky feel. Slight touch is enough to trigger the pedal. If you practice on this and get on a real drum, your kicks will never reach the real drum. I am thinking of trying the do-it-yourself moddding someone else has mentioned in the review.
- The sticks are loud when they hit the pad !!! I did a quick fix myself by wrapping a small piece of cloth at the tip. It is better now, but not good still. Maybe a silicone tipped stick could be better on this one.

Ion iED01 Electronic Drum Set with Drum Machine Feature

• Electronic drum set with 5 drum pads, 2 foot switches, drum machine, headphones, and cables
• Snare pad, 2 tom-tom pads, cymbal pad, and high-hat pad; kick drum and open high-hat foot switches
• iDM01 drum machine delivers 233 natural drum sounds and 50 preset rhythm patterns
• Dynamic Articulation function adjusts tone to match drummer’s intensity; includes drumsticks
• Auxiliary output cables for direct stereo or PA connection; 90-day warranty

Ion iED01 Electronic Drum Set with Drum Machine Overview

The iED01 drum kit features everything you need to start playing drums right out of the box. The kit includes headphone so you can practice privately and auxiliary output cables for when it’s time to get loud. The drum machine includes 233 natural drum sounds and 50 preset rhythm patters, to be sure to keep things interesting. Our exclusive Dynamic Articulation feature enables a drum sound to change its tonal content as it’s played harder for truly realistic performances. Expand the drum set with our drum pad accessory kit (iDP01) and the optional drum throne (iDT01) for the maximum experience.

Ion iED01 Electronic Drum Set with Drum Machine Specifications

Equipped with everything you need to play drums right out of the box, the Ion iED01 electronic drum set is ideal for beginning or intermediate drummers. The pads range from a single snare pad and two tom-tom pads to a cymbal pad and a high-hat pad, each of which sounds crisp and powerful. The kick drum and open high-hat foot switches, meanwhile, help drummers lay down a solid rhythm. The pads and switches are coordinated by the iDM01 drum machine, which delivers 233 natural drum sounds and 50 preset rhythm patterns to keep things interesting. And thanks to the exclusive Dynamic Articulation function, the harder a drummer pounds, the more the tone changes, resulting in a truly realistic performance.

Drummers will also dig the headphones, which let players perfect their chops in privacy (a must for small homes or apartments), and the auxiliary output cables, which connect directly to a stereo or PA system for seriously loud drumming. The kit also comes with a single set of drumsticks and all the necessary cables, and is backed by a 90-day warranty.

What’s in the Box
One snare drum pad, two tom-tom pads, one cymbal pad, one high-hat pad, one kick-drum foot switch, one open high-hat foot switch, one set of drum sticks, one iDM01 drum machine, and headphones.

Available at Amazon Check Price Now!

Related Products

• Ion IDP01 Drum Pad Extension Kit
• Zildjian 5AND 5a Nylon Dip Drumsticks
• Ion IDT01 iDT01 Height Adjustable, Single Braced Drum Throne
• Ion Cymbal for IED01 and IED04
• Pacific Drums and Percussion 700 Series Drum Throne

Customer Reviews

Don’t waste your time - J. Howard -
I bought this for my son for christmas. It worked for 30 minutes. I contacted Ion-audio and was on hold for 20 minutes. They did offer to repair the module but it would take 7-8 weeks. I went to amazon and this item cannot be exchanged because it is out of stock even though it is still available to be purchased. Thanks guys and Merry Christmas!!

Can’t beat the value! (pun intended) - Jaytee - Cincinnati, OH USA
Purchased this unit for my teen son. He has a standard set but we needed something he could play anytime of the day or night without disturbing the rest of the family. We’ve been shopping electronic sets for a little while but not ready to commit to the high price of the systems we liked. This Ion iED01 set meets the immediate need perfectly. It doesn’t have the high-end sounds and features the 00 sets have, obviously — but this set is a great option for pad practice. My son loves it and he plays it almost everyday. It was very easy to setup initially and easy to adjust and expand upon. This system comes with a drum machine that alone is worth the purchase price! Set is a bit small but big enough even for a full grown adult player to enjoy. Set came with everything needed — stand, pads, cords, power supply, drum machine, sticks and even a nice set of headphones. All you need is a throne or chair.

Can Be Improved With Serious Modifications - Timothy D. Dailey - Ringwood, NJ USA
Many good reviews here cover all the pros and cons of this modest budget drum set. I posted this to share my
modding experiences with those willing and able to do so. The power supply for the IEd01 is really mediocre -
I found that false triggering, hum, and backround noise were all greatly improved by cutting the unit over to an
external power supply. Any number of old LCD panel supplies or external drive supplies will work for you. On mine,
I installed a female nine pin “D” connector on the back near the original 9VAC jack and put a male on the power
supply from an old LCD monitor with the appropriate specs. Plus and minus 12vdc(for the audio chips), and a 5 bv
logic supply which the onboard supply regulates down to 3.3vdc. The othr big issue is trying third party or home
made trigger pads. I made a snare pad out of a REMO practice pad, and two cymbals by adding piezo units to cheap
Ebay 10 inch cymbals. The trick is - this unit has no sensitivity or level adjustments for the trigger signal! So
you have to physically modify the trigger pad to produce the signal level it wants to see. I found using the larger
piezos - 35mm - which are used inside the factory pads are the best bet. You will have to experiment with the
amount of resilient material behind or in front of the piezo.

Good for novices, not for anyone else. - Anjel - Chicago, IL
The Ion iED01 is exactly what it looks like: a very simple, bare-bones electronic set. There is nothing flashy or glamorous about it. It offers five pads: one to act as snare, one to act as a cymbal, two as tom-toms, and the hi-hat. You can mix and match, replacing the pads wires to different plug-ins on the module to function customize what the pads will play. The module box really doesn’t offer flexibility on doing anything except playing. It does have plug-ins for PAs or if you’d like to record on a computer, but beyond that if you have recording intentions, the Ion iED01 isn’t going to cut it.

The sensitivity of the pads are questionable. Subtle taps will barely be recognized, and doing rolls will likely go unheard as the module box can only handle so much at once. Simple beats will be fine, but trying to go complex on the module box will cause hits to skip. This is NOT recommended for experienced drummers. The drum samples are decent, but misleading on how many sound sets it actually has. Many of them sound way too similar to be claimed different.

It’s also hard to really recommend this set for anything over 0 (I paid less as it was an end-of-life product at the store I bought it from). It’s a fair sized set, but the parts are also very cheap. The bar that holds the clamps for three of the pads have no hold or sort of traction and will often slide down. I had to use a windowsill to make the sticks holding the pads keep the bar from sliding.

Still, if you’re on a tight budget and want something to practice with or you simply want to try out drumming quietly, the Ion iED01 will meet that goal. Anything else…well…save your cash for the bigger, better boys.

*** Product Information and Prices Stored: Feb 08, 2010 05:30:09

Ion iED01 Electronic Drum Set with Drum Machine Review

Summary:
Its more than a month since I bought this. I have bought this as a birthday present for my little girl. But it is MUCH BETTER THAN A TOY. Now, I play this almost daily atleast for 5 minutes, just because I LOVE THIS. TO ME THIS IS A GREAT DRUM SET. I have not even started looking into the features of the drum controller. I don’t know, may be not for professionals on stage or recording. But definitely great at home & practice.

About Me: (so that you know how many pinches of salt you need to add to my review)
I am not a trained Jazz drummer, but I am a percussionist trained in Eastern percussion instruments(Tabla for those who know). I used to play in bands(not in US). So trust me, I may not be an expert about Jazz Drums, but I am not bad either .

Purchase: I did’nt buy this from amazon. I was looking for a good drums as my daughters birthday present. I didnt buy this one earlier because of the negative reviews I have read. So thinking that at a slightly higher price, I maybe able to find a decent ones, I went around few local drums & musical instruments shops. The cheapest electronic drum I found was 9. So, I decided to sacrifice my desire for a good one and make the 3year old happy(for whom this was originally intended). From my earlier visits, I knew that my local target store had this @ 9. To my luck this one was marked down to 0 on the day. But Trust me, It is a Great one even at the full price.

Why the review:
The negative review kept me away from this in the first place. After a month of use, i feel this is not as bad it is seen in many other reviews. Thats the reason why I decided to write this review(Now I am shopping around for the extra pads). I am giving it a 5 stars even with the minor gripes i have listed below because its well worth the money.

The good:
- Very much affordable even at the full price. Much lower than any other electronic drum set.
- Comes with an excellent Drum machine which has tons of options as per the user guide. I didnt get time to explore them though.
- The drum machine(controller) has 9 inputs and one hihat and one kick pedal controller for expansion.

Not bad, but could be improved:
- Frame. Not Rock Solid. It does’nt wobble when I play the drum. But my 3year old girl can still turn the pads with my bare hands even when the nuts are tightened well. again, NOT BAD, but could be improved.
- The pads are not sensitive enough to be used as a hand percussion. Ofcourse this is not sold as a hand percussion, but JUST MY GRIPE.
- Looks. Circular PADS could have been better ! RIM could have helped with Rim Shot to get the feel of real drum. If the shape of cymbals and the Hi Hats could have been closer, the Looks could have improved drastically. Ofcourse they sell a seperate crash cymbals as an optional accessory.
- Tangling cables. The cables could have been arranged better if they are routed through the frame. you can tie it to the frame using a velcro, Wrap & Twist or something similar. But cables routed through the frame would have been an excellent cleanup.

The bad:
- Why only 5 pads in the standard package ? Atleast 6 pads are needed if not 7. With 5 pads your drums ends with 2 Tom-Toms. A bell and claps(smaller pads) could have been great. Ofcourse maybe at a slightly higher price or as an optional accessory pack ? the extra 2 pads are at . I am now in amazon to buy that one .
- The Kick Pedals give the plastic-ky feel. Slight touch is enough to trigger the pedal. If you practice on this and get on a real drum, your kicks will never reach the real drum. I am thinking of trying the do-it-yourself moddding someone else has mentioned in the review.
- The sticks are loud when they hit the pad !!! I did a quick fix myself by wrapping a small piece of cloth at the tip. It is better now, but not good still. Maybe a silicone tipped stick could be better on this one.

Ion iED01 Electronic Drum Set with Drum Machine Feature

• Electronic drum set with 5 drum pads, 2 foot switches, drum machine, headphones, and cables
• Snare pad, 2 tom-tom pads, cymbal pad, and high-hat pad; kick drum and open high-hat foot switches
• iDM01 drum machine delivers 233 natural drum sounds and 50 preset rhythm patterns
• Dynamic Articulation function adjusts tone to match drummer’s intensity; includes drumsticks
• Auxiliary output cables for direct stereo or PA connection; 90-day warranty

Ion iED01 Electronic Drum Set with Drum Machine Overview

The iED01 drum kit features everything you need to start playing drums right out of the box. The kit includes headphone so you can practice privately and auxiliary output cables for when it’s time to get loud. The drum machine includes 233 natural drum sounds and 50 preset rhythm patters, to be sure to keep things interesting. Our exclusive Dynamic Articulation feature enables a drum sound to change its tonal content as it’s played harder for truly realistic performances. Expand the drum set with our drum pad accessory kit (iDP01) and the optional drum throne (iDT01) for the maximum experience.

Ion iED01 Electronic Drum Set with Drum Machine Specifications

Equipped with everything you need to play drums right out of the box, the Ion iED01 electronic drum set is ideal for beginning or intermediate drummers. The pads range from a single snare pad and two tom-tom pads to a cymbal pad and a high-hat pad, each of which sounds crisp and powerful. The kick drum and open high-hat foot switches, meanwhile, help drummers lay down a solid rhythm. The pads and switches are coordinated by the iDM01 drum machine, which delivers 233 natural drum sounds and 50 preset rhythm patterns to keep things interesting. And thanks to the exclusive Dynamic Articulation function, the harder a drummer pounds, the more the tone changes, resulting in a truly realistic performance.

Drummers will also dig the headphones, which let players perfect their chops in privacy (a must for small homes or apartments), and the auxiliary output cables, which connect directly to a stereo or PA system for seriously loud drumming. The kit also comes with a single set of drumsticks and all the necessary cables, and is backed by a 90-day warranty.

What’s in the Box
One snare drum pad, two tom-tom pads, one cymbal pad, one high-hat pad, one kick-drum foot switch, one open high-hat foot switch, one set of drum sticks, one iDM01 drum machine, and headphones.

Available at Amazon Check Price Now!

Related Products

• Ion IDP01 Drum Pad Extension Kit
• Zildjian 5AND 5a Nylon Dip Drumsticks
• Ion IDT01 iDT01 Height Adjustable, Single Braced Drum Throne
• Ion Cymbal for IED01 and IED04
• 226 DRUM THRONE - SEAT / STOOL - CLASSIC DRUMMER GEAR

Customer Reviews

Don’t waste your time - J. Howard -
I bought this for my son for christmas. It worked for 30 minutes. I contacted Ion-audio and was on hold for 20 minutes. They did offer to repair the module but it would take 7-8 weeks. I went to amazon and this item cannot be exchanged because it is out of stock even though it is still available to be purchased. Thanks guys and Merry Christmas!!

Can’t beat the value! (pun intended) - Jaytee - Cincinnati, OH USA
Purchased this unit for my teen son. He has a standard set but we needed something he could play anytime of the day or night without disturbing the rest of the family. We’ve been shopping electronic sets for a little while but not ready to commit to the high price of the systems we liked. This Ion iED01 set meets the immediate need perfectly. It doesn’t have the high-end sounds and features the 00 sets have, obviously — but this set is a great option for pad practice. My son loves it and he plays it almost everyday. It was very easy to setup initially and easy to adjust and expand upon. This system comes with a drum machine that alone is worth the purchase price! Set is a bit small but big enough even for a full grown adult player to enjoy. Set came with everything needed — stand, pads, cords, power supply, drum machine, sticks and even a nice set of headphones. All you need is a throne or chair.

Can Be Improved With Serious Modifications - Timothy D. Dailey - Ringwood, NJ USA
Many good reviews here cover all the pros and cons of this modest budget drum set. I posted this to share my
modding experiences with those willing and able to do so. The power supply for the IEd01 is really mediocre -
I found that false triggering, hum, and backround noise were all greatly improved by cutting the unit over to an
external power supply. Any number of old LCD panel supplies or external drive supplies will work for you. On mine,
I installed a female nine pin “D” connector on the back near the original 9VAC jack and put a male on the power
supply from an old LCD monitor with the appropriate specs. Plus and minus 12vdc(for the audio chips), and a 5 bv
logic supply which the onboard supply regulates down to 3.3vdc. The othr big issue is trying third party or home
made trigger pads. I made a snare pad out of a REMO practice pad, and two cymbals by adding piezo units to cheap
Ebay 10 inch cymbals. The trick is - this unit has no sensitivity or level adjustments for the trigger signal! So
you have to physically modify the trigger pad to produce the signal level it wants to see. I found using the larger
piezos - 35mm - which are used inside the factory pads are the best bet. You will have to experiment with the
amount of resilient material behind or in front of the piezo.

Good for novices, not for anyone else. - Anjel - Chicago, IL
The Ion iED01 is exactly what it looks like: a very simple, bare-bones electronic set. There is nothing flashy or glamorous about it. It offers five pads: one to act as snare, one to act as a cymbal, two as tom-toms, and the hi-hat. You can mix and match, replacing the pads wires to different plug-ins on the module to function customize what the pads will play. The module box really doesn’t offer flexibility on doing anything except playing. It does have plug-ins for PAs or if you’d like to record on a computer, but beyond that if you have recording intentions, the Ion iED01 isn’t going to cut it.

The sensitivity of the pads are questionable. Subtle taps will barely be recognized, and doing rolls will likely go unheard as the module box can only handle so much at once. Simple beats will be fine, but trying to go complex on the module box will cause hits to skip. This is NOT recommended for experienced drummers. The drum samples are decent, but misleading on how many sound sets it actually has. Many of them sound way too similar to be claimed different.

It’s also hard to really recommend this set for anything over 0 (I paid less as it was an end-of-life product at the store I bought it from). It’s a fair sized set, but the parts are also very cheap. The bar that holds the clamps for three of the pads have no hold or sort of traction and will often slide down. I had to use a windowsill to make the sticks holding the pads keep the bar from sliding.

Still, if you’re on a tight budget and want something to practice with or you simply want to try out drumming quietly, the Ion iED01 will meet that goal. Anything else…well…save your cash for the bigger, better boys.

*** Product Information and Prices Stored: Feb 04, 2010 06:33:30