Just a month away from the NAMM Show, Simmons launched the SD1200 Mesh-Head Electronic Drum Kit late October. The module has the 764-sound collection Simmons Signature Sound Library. The smaller kit includes a responsive 12-inch, dual-zone snare, two 8-inch and one 10-inch, dual zone toms, and a 6-inch kick drum.
All drum pads and the kick drum have dual-layered, tension-adjustable mesh heads. The snare drum comes with a completely customizable snare stand. The kick drum comes with a non-slip stand. The new hybrid hex rack with die-cast mounts prevents the drums from slipping when played.
With a $100 difference between the standard and expended version at Guitar Centre, the choice should be easy if you decide to buy the Simmons SD1200.
Check the first videos here, and all the specs on the apps, importing, customization and recording of the SD1200 below.
Simmons SD1200 Mesh Electronic Drum Kit – All Playing, No Talking!
Simmons SD1200 – Kit Basics and Essential Functions
Simmons SD1200 – Drum and Kit Editing Basics
Drum Kit specs
12" dual-zone mesh snare and stand
Two 8" and one 10" dual-zone mesh toms
6" mesh bass drum with non-slip stand
12" dual-zone crash pad
14" triple-zone ride cymbal
12" hi-hat with variable pedal
Real snare stand allows complete customization and solid playing surface
Optional SD1200 Expansion Kits add another dual-zone 12" crash cymbal or 10" floor tom
Sound Module specs
Large and bright full-color graphic LCD and intuitive, easy-to-program user interface
Simmons Signature Sound Library: 764 of the most sought-after acoustic drums, world percussion, and vintage Simmons sounds
Bluetooth® MIDI for wireless connectivity to smartphone, tablet or computer
Import samples to the sound module for expanded performance options
Record, create and edit your own samples and sets
Interactive Pattern Looping capabilities
USB hosting features:
– Playback of .wav files or mp3 from USB drive for performance or practice
– Recording your own .wav files for evaluating your performance
Built-in performance mixer with on-the-fly mixing, pitch shift, shape parameters and more
