The new Simmons SD1500KIT electronic drum set is available now at a street price of $999.99.

According to the manufacturer's press release, the Simmons SD1500KIT is the first electronic kit of its kind to deliver a wide-ranging palette of ultra-realistic sounds in a full-sized, full featured, professional quality drum set that focuses on both sound and feel.

The SD1500KIT starts with a full sized, ergonomically designed 6-piece drum kit plus hi-hat, three multi-zone cymbals, and a host of features typically reserved for only the highest priced electronic kits. It features a total of 22 specific trigger points, designed to deliver a responsive, realistic drum performance.

Its hex-shaped blue anodized frame and die-cast aluminum hardware feature memory lock mounts for speedy setup and maximum stability.

Simmons' exclusive multi-position hi-hat pedal and triple-zone snare pad deliver good responsiveness, and its crash cymbals offer dual zone and choke capability.

Simmons' flagship SD1000 Digital Sound Module has been upgraded and enhanced with a completely new custom sound library featuring more than 500 ultra-realistic samples of the most popular classic and modern drum kits.

With full 64 voice polyphony, full programmability, and powerful on-board processing, Simmons' exclusive Variable Attack Response programming delivers some of the most responsive dynamic velocity sensitivity available, with alternating sample playback for even more realistic, expressive sound.

Jim Norman, Simmons Product Manager, says:

"This exciting new kit truly outshines and outplays anything else in its class. The new SD1500KIT is ideal for drummers looking for a low-volume rehearsal kit, for schools or churches needing a full size, low-impact stage setup, or for small and mid-sized project studios where recording acoustic drums might not be an option. Whether you're practicing, recording, or performing, the SD1500KIT is designed to deliver the goods."

About Simmons Drums
The first name in electronic drums, Simmons was at the forefront of innovation for more than four decades ago. From touch-sensitive pads and selectable velocity curves to the most extensive midi and usb implementation, Simmons has reclaimed their role as a leader in the electronic drum experience.