Greetings from Atlantic Canada! Some TLC needed on a new to me kit.

Started by BillyBobMac, February 01, 2026, 02:23:13 PM

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BillyBobMac

Hey folks!
Just picked up a used DM10 Studio Kit locally. I have been playing with older Yamaha DTXPRESS IV (DTXP4) for a about 6 years now. So far the DM10 is a nice upgrade. I like the module better, room to upgrade, more responsive HH controller with a cymbal for the HH + an extra tom and cymbal.

The only slight drawbacks are:
- both my Yamaha cymbals are 3-zone. So I was spoiled configuring my second cymbal as a crash / china / splash combo and the Alesis needs some TLC. t
- the crash with the choke has some response issues
- One of the toms kind struggles on the main zone. I think its the head and foam that needs replacing. All of the could probably use a little foam updating.
- Last but not least, the mylar heads are loud. I'm looking at doing mesh updates. Espcially if I'm already looking at foam refresh.

I'd love to hear any tips, guides and resource I should look into in terms of how-tos and where to get supplies / parts.

Cheers!