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Description
The Simmons SD500KIT full-sized 5-piece electronic drum kit includes four drum pads, three cymbal pads, hi-hat controller and an integrated kick pad/pedal, creating an ultra-realistic drum configuration. With features normally reserved for much more expensive kits, the SD500KIT is outstanding for gigging, practicing, recording and learning.

Updated 500 Series pads provide advanced functionality: dual-zone snare pad, crash cymbal pad with choke, plus a no-slip grip on the kick pedal and hi-hat controller. The SD500 Module offers 352 awesome drum sounds across 35 drum kits making this kit ideal for virtually any musical genre from jazz to pop; from blues to rock and beyond. If you're looking for power, versatility and value ¦ the Simmons SD500KIT is your electronic drum set.
Clearance Simmons SD500 5-Piece Electronic Drum Set
Clearance Simmons SD500 5-Piece Electronic Drum Set
Clearance Simmons SD500 5-Piece Electronic Drum Set
Features
Configuration
  • Tom pad(s): 3
  • Cymbal pad(s): 3
  • Snare pad: 1
  • Kickpad: Yes
  • Total drum pads: 5
  • Country of origin: China
Module
  • Display type: LCD
  • Drum kits: 35
  • Sounds: 352
  • Songs: 60
  • Trigger inputs: 12
  • Line input: Yes
  • Headphone jack: Yes
  • USB: Yes
  • MP3: Yes
  • MIDI: Yes
  • Training functions: Yes
  • Click: No
  • Memory: 64MB
Pads
  • Pad material: Rubber
  • Hoop material: Plastic
  • Zones: Multiple
  • Tom pad size: 8"
  • Snare pad size: 9"
Hardware
  • Rack material: Steel
  • Hardware pieces: 3
  • Kick pedal: Yes
  • Throne: No
Reviews

4

17 Reviews

77%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Perfect for home studios

Most Liked Positive Review

4

Perfect for home studios

I purchased this kit for use in a home studio and use it along with virtual drum software. The drums are responsive and produce a great variety of voices, although I recommend upgrading the bass drum pedal to an actual pad and pedal system (the bass drum pedal is not very responsive for quick hits). This kit is almost perfect for a professional studio setting, but certainly meets all of my needs in the Home studio setting. The Rack is a bit cheap, specifically the joints. I've already stripped two of the plastic keys while tightening them. They are tight, but I'll have to loosen those joints with pliers if I every want to transport it. Having said that, NOT recommended for touring or constant tear down and set up.

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Most Liked Negative Review

2

Purchased, then immediately returned.

Background: Vocals: 20 years. Guitar 18 years. Bass Guitar: 16 years. Piano: Off and on 10 years. Drums: Intermediate at best off and on for the past 10 years. Violin: 3 years. Most certainly not a professional drummer but if there's two things I'm acquainted with, it's sound, and responsiveness. The preset sounds were garbage for my ears. Ability to tweak sounds and create own settings aside, the preset sounds really missed the mark for me. Even the only slightly better Yamaha DTX400 that one of my private music students has, has at least 1 good preset that sounds akin to an actual acoustic set, whilst the Simmons 500 hasn't even one preset that sounds anything like a practical acoustic set. The biggest reason for the return. The hi-hat controller functionality was abysmal. I'm not even 25% the drummer from the Mars Volta is, but my closed to open hi-hat notes weren't even registering at 16th note rates. To have that no where near satisfactory left an instant sour taste in mouth and was the main factor in deciding to return. In compare the Yamaha DTX400 wins leaps and bounds over the Simmons 500 hi-hat functionality. Not to say the Yamaha DTX400 is worth buying either but it's at least 3 to 4 points better than than the Simmons 500. *Good Points* (they do exist in this model) - Sturdy pedal and drum frame construction. - Didn't even need the manual to set it up, just used the picture on the box. - Snare and tom pads had great bounce to them. - Kick worked great. - 1 solid drum kit of a space/alien effect. Just 1. - rim shot If there was improvements to the hi-hat controller and preset sounds, it'd make a decent and affordable set. However, with electronic kits, after reading many different reviews and functions of various models like Alesis, Yamaha, Roland, Simmons, Pintech, and ddrums.... Long story short, save up the extra 200 to 300 dollars, and get either a new or used Roland, that's what I'm doing.

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Best Uses
  1. Accompaniment4
  2. Soundtracks3
  3. Small Venues2
  4. Jazz Clubs1
  5. School Bands1
Cons
  1. Flat Sound1
  2. Not Sensitive1
  3. Not responsive enough hi-hat controller1
  4. Only ideal for setup in a permanent location1
  5. Poorly Made Rack System1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced6
  2. Novice3
  3. Professional Musician2
Pros
  1. Great Sound9
  2. Versatile9
  3. Responsive8
  4. Sensitive4
  5. Huge Tone1

Reviewed by 17 customers

  • YES - IN STORE / NOT ON LINE - READ COMMENTS

    4

    Verified Buyer

    submitted7 years ago

    byJOHN

    fromUndisclosed

    Not fair but I gave it 4 stars because I now there are better one made, But it is % stars in my daughters eyes! As far as Guitar Center Online goes they can go fly a kit - do not use online to buy go in to the store and show then the deal you found and let them take care of you, first drum set I was charged it was so post to ship next day after waiting 3 week and calling customer service but never came ever! second set same thing was about to happen, then they found me a set on display in Texas and it was on clearance by the time it shipped so I got a great price but somehow I was over charged and it took 2 week to correct it, DO NOT USE GUITAR CENTER ONLINE TO MAKE PURCHASE - ONLY TO FIND INFO & BEST DEAL

  • I would recommend Guitar Center to everyone!

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted8 years ago

    bySHARON

    fromundisclosed

    Very helpful employee when I came to pick up the drums!

  • Good Software

    3

    submitted8 years ago

    byhadleyclarinet

    fromColorado Springs

    Good software upgrade for Finale users.

  • Great starter set

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted8 years ago

    byEric

    fromSan Diego, CA

    Great starter set. Good size, not too big for an apartment. Easy to practice with headphones without bothering neighbors.

  • Perfect for a 9y boy to start on music

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted8 years ago

    byHector M.

    fromPharr Tx

    this is for my 9 years old boy, he like drums and want to start learning

  • THIS IS 10X BETTER THAN THE NITRO

    5

    submitted9 years ago

    byJOHNN CENAA

    fromCENATOWN

    When this product arrived, i wasso exited because it was better than the nitro

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

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byAdina

    fromSt. Croix USVI

    How heavy is it

    Open Reply - Thomas
    44 lbs

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byJD

    fromHuntsville Alabama

    Are there extra inputs to add extra pads to enlarge this kit, such as an extra cymbal, tom, or (2) kick pedals? If so, how many extra inputs are available?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Unfortunately, no

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked byCourtney

    fromundisclosed

    Hello! The cords that goes to the bass pedals are no longer working, I have been trying to find the octopus looking plug to replace with no luck. Can you please tell me what part it is so I may order it? Thank you

    Open Reply - Gear Specialist
    If you need a replacement part, please contact Simmons Customer Support. They can be reached at (888)-621-4008 Monday – Friday 8AM – 5PM MST.

  • submitted8 years ago

    asked byJared

    fromSanford, FL

    What are the rough dimensions of the product when it's fully setup?

    Open Reply -
    This kit would be approximately 5' wide when fully set up.

  • submitted8 years ago

    asked byCarole

    fromundisclosed

    Does this set includes drumsticks?

    Open Reply -
    No. Drum sticks are sold separately.

  • submitted8 years ago

    asked byOld Mike

    fromNew York, NY

    Can this set be easily folded up smaller when not in use?

    Open Reply -
    Yes, the rack mount provides easy access for storage.

  • submitted8 years ago

    asked byluigi

    fromanderson

    can you put a double bass pedal on this?

    Open Reply -
    Yes. It may take some adjustment but it should work.

  • submitted8 years ago

    asked byKristin

    fromBeloit, WI

    What kind of speakers do you recommend for this kit? My 12 year old boys just got a set for Christmas and they would like to play without headphones sometimes.

    Open Reply -
    Hello, The Simmons DA50 or an Drum Amplifier should do!. Please have a look at the provided link: http://www.guitarcenter.com/Simmons/DA50-Electronic-Drum-Set-Monitor.gc

  • submitted8 years ago

    asked byLuis Gomez

    fromMEX

    Which is the weight of this set? I want to purchase it and move it to another country, buy I want to know the weight to see the overweight cost of the airline

    Open Reply -
    This kit weighs approximately 45 lbs.