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Simmons
Description
The Simmons DA50 is a 50-watt workhorse that's the ideal drum monitor for practice, rehearsal, and even small clubs. Its 1/8" MP3 input and 1/4 aux input with independent volume control allows you to mix in prerecorded backing tracks. Headphone jack for silent practice.
Simmons DA50 Electronic Drum Set Monitor
Simmons DA50 Electronic Drum Set Monitor
Simmons DA50 Electronic Drum Set Monitor
Features
  • 50W
  • High-frequency tweeter
  • Heavy-duty 10" woofer
  • 5 Soft-touch knobs
  • Headphone jack
  • 3-Band EQ
  • Ribbed handle
  • 1/8" MP3 input
  • 1/4" Aux input
  • 10" Woofer
  • 1" x 2" Tweeter
warning

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and Lead, which is known to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Specs
  • Output Power: 50W / 8 ohm output to speakers, 500mW / 32 ohm output to headphones
  • Frequency response: 20 -20KHz actual response is tailored for accurate acoustic reproduction of individual sounds
  • Total Harmonic Distortion: 1.00% at full output, 0.05% nominal
  • Hum and noise: -60 dBV all controls down, -55 dBV all controls at 12:00
  • Input impedance: 10K ohms all Inputs
    • Input levels:
    • -10 dBV drum inputs to achieve full output
    • -10 dBV AUX to achieve full output
    • 0 dBV Line In to achieve full output
    • (All measurements made at 1 kHz, EQ controls flat and volumes max)
    • Tone controls (EQ centers): 60 Hz, 800 Hz, 10 kHz, 3 band, ±12 dBV
    • AC power requirements: 80W at full output, 7W at idle
    • Dimensions: 15.5" Deep, 15.5" Wide, 16" Tall (including feet) (39.37cm deep, 39.37cm wide, 40.64cm tall)
    • Weight: 33 lbs. (15 kg)
    • Speakers: 1 x 10" (250mm) woofer, 1 x 2" (51mm) tweeter
    Reviews

    4.65

    48 Reviews

    94%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend

    Most Liked Positive Review

    5

    Ballsy lil' Sucker

    I compared both Simmons amps with the Rolands in the store. The Simmons amps sounded more solid and had a very dynamic range. It's plenty loud enough for practicing and playing along with music. I can drive my roomates nuts in a fairly large house and make my ears hurt. This amp will not work (and isn't ment) to play live shows, so dont expect to blow windows out with it. I am happy. Try one in the store and you will quickly see how loude the little amp gets.

    VS

    Most Liked Negative Review

    1

    MAJOR DISTORTION of cymbals above 50% volume

    I am a real customer and want to be very forthcoming. Overall a disappointment. It works fine at low volume, but then it doesn't overcome the tapping on my Roland 15 electronic drums. When I turn it up to a decent level, then the crash and ride cymbals have major distortion - sounds terrible! no longer like music but bad noise. I am replacing this item.

    Filters
    Best Uses
    1. Practicing17
    2. Back-Up1
    3. Concerts1
    4. Garage band1
    5. In-home practicd1
    Cons
    1. NO CONS SO FAR1
    Describe Yourself
    1. Experienced9
    2. Novice9
    3. Professional Musician1
    Pros
    1. Good Quality16
    2. Easy To Use13
    3. Functional10
    4. Improves Sound7
    5. Space saver1

    Reviewed by 48 customers

    • Great monitor at a really good deal

      5

      submitted7 years ago

      byAirDrummerNoMore

      fromLouisville, KY

      Did a bunch of research and this monitor had really good reviews. GC.com had it for a great price in their clearance section with free shipping. This is the older model but the main (and I think only) difference is the newer model has Bluetooth for connecting a phone/mp3 player. Even at full price this is a good monitor but on sale it's a steal.

    • Drum monitor

      4

      Verified Buyer

      submitted7 years ago

      byNicholas

      fromUndisclosed

      Decent for the price.

    • Great practice amp!

      5

      submitted7 years ago

      byRichyRuge

      fromMontgomery, Texas

      Bought this for my son so he could practice at home without really disturbing the rest of family. The acoustics set was hard to use without waking up the neighborhood. Great tone! Good volume control

    • Worth it

      5

      Verified Buyer

      submitted7 years ago

      byJayson

      fromUndisclosed

      Loud and solid.

    • Solid

      5

      Verified Buyer

      submitted8 years ago

      byJoe

      fromundisclosed

      This thing has a lot more volume than I anticipated and has so far worked out very well. It sounds really good for this price point. I do hear some line noise at all volume levels as other reviews have stated and while I wouldn't want that for recording or live performances, it's not terrible for a practice amp.

    • Solid amp at rehearsal levels

      5

      Verified Buyer

      submitted8 years ago

      byJON

      fromundisclosed

      Great amp for my electronic drum set!! Reasonable volume at band rehearsal levels, but you may need to go to more watts or mic it if you need it louder!! Stays clear and clean, doesn't get muddy or fuzz at full blast!!

    Q&A

    Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

    • submitted6 years ago

      asked byValentino

      fromItaly

      Hello, Is It possible to ship to Italy? How much does it cost?

      Open Reply - Beau
      We are able to ship certain products to Italy. You should be able to select your country at the bottom of our site.
      Open Reply - Kenneth
      I am sorry but we do not ship to Italy

    • submitted6 years ago

      asked byiamanewbie

      fromDover, NH

      How to connect a digital piano to this amp? Thanks

      Open Reply - Ronald
      The digital piano will have either an XLR or 1/4" output.

    • submitted7 years ago

      asked byRich

      fromundisclosed

      Does the DA-50 come with the cord needed to connect it with my electronic kit?

      Open Reply - Ronald
      No. The only cable it comes with is the power cord.

    • submitted8 years ago

      asked byHuisun

      fromKuala Lumpur malaysia

      Does it come with UK power adaptor ?

      Open Reply -
      No, this will require a converter

    • submitted8 years ago

      asked byMatthew

      fromSingapore

      Hi, does this amplifier come with a power adapter that works with 240V AC supply?

      Open Reply -
      No, a converter will need to be purchased separately.

    • submitted8 years ago

      asked byReta

      fromCapitol Heights, MD

      Do you have to have an amp to use this product?

      Open Reply -
      Yes, you would need an amp, PA system or headphones to use this product.