About electronic drums
Today's electronic drums have a wide array of uses for professionals and novice drummers, from performance on stage to practising at home. With many different drum voices, they can be used for music of various genres.
What are electronic drums?
It was in the second half of the 1970s when we first heard the sound of electronic drums in pop music. The characteristic of early electronic drums was their electronic and bouncy 'boing' sound, mainly used in the type of music called techno pop. Also called SynthDrums back then, they were played with drumsticks by striking several pads connected to synthesisers. The idea of present-day electronic drums is unchanged, and they can still produce a synthesiser-like sound. However, with built-in sound sources and advancing technology for the pad itself, electronic drums have earned the reputation of being versatile equipment which can realistically reproduce the sound of acoustic drum sets, in addition to their positioning as a sound source that complements acoustic drums. Not to mention being used for simulating and practising various rhythm works, electronic drums are also attracting widespread attention as the perfect equipment for people who would like to play a drum set casually at home and as a tool for professional music production and recording.
New concept – A Silent Drum
With headphones, you can play drums at home anytime without worrying about sound. Furthermore, by choosing from hundreds of built-in drum voices, you can configure many different types of drum sets, from an extremely realistic acoustic set to a dry electric set. As far as the price is concerned, there are many sets, from affordable entry-level models to pro-use models fit for stage performance and recording, so you can choose a set suitable for your purposes.
Difference between a training pad and a Silent Drum
The first obstacle many aspiring drummers run into is a restriction on training places. You have got your drum set, but the hours and places you can make sounds are limited. Hitting your desk will leave scratches and dents, and striking a cushion does not feel real.... In the past, a piece of equipment called a training pad solved these training environment problems. Their natural rebound feeling, close to a real drum, allows you to carry out serious drumming practice. However, since a training pad is not a musical instrument, it does not produce sound. On the other hand, with Silent Drums, you can experience real drum sounds through headphones. You can use Silent Drums on stage, and also for practising drumming while fully enjoying your performance.
