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Alesis SR-18 Studio Drum Machine with Effects and Sounds
Alesis SR-18 Studio Drum Machine with Effects and Sounds
Alesis SR-18 Studio Drum Machine with Effects and Sounds
Alesis SR-18 Studio Drum Machine with Effects and Sounds
Alesis SR-18 Studio Drum Machine with Effects and Sounds
Alesis SR-18 Studio Drum Machine with Effects and Sounds
Alesis

Alesis SR-18 Studio Drum Machine with Effects and Sounds

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The Alesis SR-18 packs 500 drum and percussion sounds with onboard effects into a portable, battery-ready drum machine.

$182.36*
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Overview

The Alesis SR-18 is a dedicated hardware drum machine built for songwriters, live performers, and remix engineers who want hands-on beat creation without relying on a computer. It ships with 500 professional drum and percussion sounds alongside 50 bass sounds, all enhanced by Alesis's Dynamic Articulation engine, which adds realistic velocity-driven nuance to each hit. Onboard reverb, EQ, and compression let you sculpt your sound directly on the unit, and 100 preset patterns plus 200 user-programmable pattern slots give you plenty of room for both quick inspiration and custom programming.

Designed with flexibility in mind, the SR-18 features Pattern Play Mode for triggering patterns from the pads in real time, a programmable drum roll function, and tap tempo for locking in your groove on the fly. Full MIDI support opens the door to integration with keyboards, DAWs, and electronic drum kits, making the SR-18 a versatile hub in both studio and live setups. It runs on the included AC adapter or six AA batteries, so you can take it to rehearsals, gigs, or remote writing sessions without being tied to an outlet.

Key Features

A Studio Icon - Legendary classic drum machine for songwriters, live performers and remix engineers

In Demand Sound - 500 professional sounds included, built-in digital effects for added realism and powered by Alesis exclusive Dynamic Articulation

Seamless MIDI Connectivity - Complete MIDI support for use with keyboards, computers, DAWs and electronic drum kits

Production Essentials - Pattern Play Mode enables different patterns to be triggered from the pads directly; programmable Drum Roll function; tap tempo for instant beats exactly as you want them

Production Anywhere - Flexible wall (adapter included) and battery powering (six AA, not included)

Specifications

Brand
Alesis
Model
SR18
Sounds
500 drum & percussion sounds, 50 bass sounds
Preset Patterns
100
User Patterns
200
Effects
Reverb, EQ, Compression
Connectivity
MIDI
Power
AC adapter (included) or 6 AA batteries (not included)
Dimensions
9.25 x 13 x 4 inches
Weight
1.15 pounds

Frequently Asked Questions

The SR-18 comes loaded with 500 professional drum and percussion sounds plus 50 bass sounds, all powered by Alesis's Dynamic Articulation technology for realistic playback.
Yes. It runs on six AA batteries (not included) in addition to the included AC adapter, so you can use it on stage, in rehearsal spaces, or anywhere without wall power.
Yes. It offers full MIDI support, allowing you to connect it to keyboards, computers, DAWs, and electronic drum kits for sequencing and triggering.
Pattern Play Mode lets you trigger different drum patterns directly from the pads in real time, which is useful for live performance and spontaneous arrangement changes.
The SR-18 includes reverb, EQ, and compression, letting you shape your drum sounds without needing external processing.

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