So... as some may have read, I'm new to eDrumming. used to play a lot of acoustic, but haven't in years... room, sound, etc... So, edrum seems like a great way to get back into it.
I got a Ion set (similar to the DM6), but it broke in 2 days and I returned it. So, I then purchased the DM5 Pro Kit. There's lots of things I like about it, but it's limited and those limitations are causing frustration.
I MIGHT return the DM5 kit and start all over (again).
I'm seeking suggestions. I'd like to keep it under $1000, but that may not be possible.
Mesh heads aren't important to me. I like Alesis' mylar heads.. I don't like rubber.
I need variable hi-hat control, chokable cymbals. I mostly play rock, but need a kit that's plenty flexible... and has room (extra trigger inputs to grow). Size is important, 'cause I'd prefer a small-ish footprint. The kick needs to be large enough to accomodate a double beater. I need an Aux In on the module, 'cause I really like to play along with my Ipod (eventually, I'll find drumless tracks.)
Ideally, I'd like:
Snare, 2-3toms, 1 floor tom, kick, 3 cymbals (crash, crash, china (a splash would be nice too
), 1 ride, cowbell/block, variable hi-hat. But that's something I'd build towards and don't necesarily need it right away. So, just a 5 piece kit to start, but the key element is a variable hi-hat, and choke.
Thoughts/suggestions?