I have the Crimson II SE since a month or so. I like the set and it suits my (current) needs quite well. The only thing I don't like is the Hi-Hat pedal. I have to step really firmly to generate a 'closed' sound.
I tried to add the Hi-Hat controller set from Drum-tec but that controller only supports open/closed with the Crimson II SE module. No chick and no splash sounds.
I wonder whether the Pro-X Hi-hat is any better as the module has a special setting for the Pro-X. But... Where can I buy the Pro-X Hi-Hat? It seems to be out of production and I can not find any shops in Europe which still have one in stock. Is there anyone who knows of an Alesis Pro-X Hi-Hat for sale, be it new or used?
Thanks in advance.
I presume you are using the
Drum-Tec "Universal Hi Hat Controller" (Roland,Alesis..NOT Yamaha).
That controller looks just like the original GoeDrum Controller everyone was using when it first came out.
A lot of controllers "will work" but not "work well" and you don't get full function.
Roland modules which have a shorter/smaller range around 0-20kOhm , the Alesis modules need a much broader range around 0-80kOhm which is why Goedrum came out with a controller specifically for Alesis modules and Yamaha.
The Drum-Tec probably has the shorter range and was aimed at Roland modules.
These type controllers use a slide pot , which can be changed if you can find one of the appropriate size and range 100k.
One of the biggest mistakes I see Users make with using Hi Hat controllers for a stand is set them on felt on the stand...the felt absorbs everything so you won't be completely closed or get the sharp up/down required for a splash.Since the Goedrum isn't a pressure type it might not make any difference
Improve Hi Hat Controller
The Pro-X and the STRIKE Hi Hat use the same bottom/controller.(FSR)
The difference is the Pro-X top cymbal is/was single zone and loud acoustically.
The STRIKE Hi Hat top cymbal is dual zone.
Check the Crimson II SE and see if it will support a Dual Zone Hi Hat.The Crimson does.
The difference will be in the MIDI as the Crimson II module has the open/closed tied to a single MIDI note
Alesis Crimson DUAL ZONE Hi HatEDIT:Fixed bad link