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Alesis SR-16 24-Bit Stereo Drum Machine with Dynamic Articulation

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Alesis SR-16 24-Bit Stereo Drum Machine with Dynamic Articulation
Key Features
  • Realistic and Natural Sounding
  • 233 High-Quality Sounds
  • 12 Velocity-Sensitive Pads
  • 16-Voice Polyphony
The Alesis SR-16 is a professional, stereo drum machine which features dynamic articulation and is well suited for songwriters, live performers, and remix engineers. The original SR-16 was 16-bit but was updated to 24-bit for higher quality sound with a lower noise floor. The SR-16 offers a wide selection of 233 realistic, natural sounds both dry and with professional quality reverbs. The dynamic articulation feature enables a drum sound to change its tonal content as it's played harder for truly realistic performances.
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Alesis SR-16 Overview

The Alesis SR-16 is a professional, stereo drum machine which features dynamic articulation and is well suited for songwriters, live performers, and remix engineers. The original SR-16 was 16-bit but was updated to 24-bit for higher quality sound with a lower noise floor. The SR-16 offers a wide selection of 233 realistic, natural sounds both dry and with professional quality reverbs. The dynamic articulation feature enables a drum sound to change its tonal content as it's played harder for truly realistic performances.

The 50 on-board patterns were played by top studio drummers with built-in rhythmic variations (A, B, and two Fill sections.) Additionally, you can create and save your own customized patterns and songs. The Alesis SR-16 also provides complete MIDI implementation, 2 footswitch inputs, flexible programming and editing features, velocity-sensitive pads, and includes a power supply.

  • Dynamic Articulation: Enables a drum sound to change its tonal content as it's played harder for truly realistic performances
  • 233 realistic sounds
  • Velocity sensitive drum pads
  • Samples recorded dry and with reverb
  • 50 preset patterns with variations (A, B, and two Fills)
  • Two Footswitch Inputs:
    • Start / Stop
    • Count / A / B / Fill
  • Built-In digital effects
UPC: 694318001004

Alesis SR-16 Specs

Key Specs
Sound Generation
Digital
Number of Pads
12x Velocity-Sensitive Pad
Number of Sounds, Kits, or Samples
50x User Drum Kit
50x Factory Drum Kit
233x Sound Preset
Audio I/O
2x 1/4" Main Output
2x 1/4" Aux Output
MIDI I/O
1x DIN 5-Pin Input
1x DIN 5-Pin Output/Thru
USB I/O
No
Media/Memory Card Slot
No
Sound Generation
Digital
Number of Pads
12x Velocity-Sensitive Pad
Transport Controls
Yes: Stop, Play
Display
LCD
Internal CPU
Single-Core
AD/DA Conversion
24-Bit
Standalone Operation
Yes
Sounds
Number of Sounds, Kits, or Samples
50x User Drum Kit
50x Factory Drum Kit
233x Sound Preset
Number of Rhythm Pattern Presets
50x Factory Intro/Fill per Pattern
50x User Pattern
Tempo Range
20 to 255 BPM
Number of Song Presets
100
Maximum Polyphony
16 Voice
Built-In Effects
No
Built-In Speaker
No
Sequencing & Recording
Sequencer
Number of Steps: 128x Step
Note Resolution: 96 ppq
Tempo Range: 20 to 255 BPM
Connectivity
Audio I/O
2x 1/4" Main Output
2x 1/4" Aux Output
Trigger Device & Pedal Inputs
2x 1/4" Footswitch Input
MIDI I/O
1x DIN 5-Pin Input
1x DIN 5-Pin Output/Thru
CV/Gate I/O
No
Sync I/O
No
Network I/O
No
USB I/O
No
Media/Memory Card Slot
No
Internal Drive Bays
No
Wireless
No
Compatibility
Included Software
No
Mobile App Compatible
No
Power
Power Requirements
AC/DC Power Adapter (Included)
AC/DC Power Adapter
Included
Physical
Color
Black
Included Accessories
No
Dimensions
9.2 x 6.5 x 1.5" / 23.5 x 16.5 x 3.8 cm
Weight
2.5 lb / 1.1 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2.565 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
13.3 x 7.25 x 2.65"

Alesis SR-16 Reviews

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question

Does the SR-16 have latin percussion sounds?Thanks
Asked by: Philippe M.
there are 50 pre programmed beats and 5 of those are for latin musicyou can also write your own beats and add claves, conga, etc
Answered by: jeff s.
Date published: 2018-08-25

question

I dont want to use a computer. What is a good sound source for the sr 16?
Asked by: Anonymous
Connecting to a good stereo system with good speakers, amplifier or PA system works great for playing along with other instruments. You do not need a computer. I would suggest buying pedals for the unit as you will need and want them!
Answered by: THEODORE A.
Date published: 2018-08-25
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