About the DM-8

The flagship digital drum kit engineered for drummers who demand realism, flexibility, and pro‑level performance. Whether you're rehearsing at home, recording in the studio, or rocking out on stage, the DM-8 delivers an acoustic‑like feel paired with the convenience and versatility of modern e‑drums.

A robust rack system and high‑quality mesh heads give you the feel and rebound of real drums, while an advanced sound module with deep customization makes the DM-8 as much a creative instrument as a performance tool.

Product Features

Realistic Playing Feel
The hi-hat is mounted on its own stand (not just a pad), enabling natural open/closed/half‑open hat control — like an acoustic kit.


12"
Triple‑Zone Snare + Full Mesh Pads
The snare pad delivers rim shots, cross‑sticks, and dynamic head/rim triggering for expressive playing across styles — rock, funk, Latin, jazz and more.


Kick Tower + Double‑Pedal Ready
10" independent kick pad on a sturdy tower supports double bass pedals, with a stable double‑chain pedal for reliable rebound and consistent performance.


Fully Featured Drum Module
Comes loaded with high‑fidelity onboard kits (30+), customizable sound assignments (head/rim/zone), and Group Faders for balancing each pad’s volume to tailor your mix.


Recording & Studio Connectivity

Acts as a USB audio/MIDI interface to record stereo or up to 14 discrete tracks into your DAW, or trigger external software instruments — ideal for studio production or layered drum tracks.


Custom Sample Import & Effects
Import your own WAV samples via USB drive, assign them to pads, and shape your sound with built-in effects (EQ, compression, overdrive, reverb) on each pad or global mix.


Jam, Practice & Playback Modes
Built-in metronome, practice coach functions, onboard songs to jam with, plus AUX‑in or Bluetooth options to play along with backing tracks — perfect for practice or band rehearsal.


Pro‑Level Build & Expandability
Mesh heads (made by REMO), a stable rack stand, and a blank expansion capacity (triggers in) let you add extra pads or cymbals if you want to grow your kit.

What's Included

1 × 12″ triple‑zone mesh snare pad

3 × 8″ dual‑zone mesh tom pads

1 x 10" kick drum pad (bass drum)

1 x 12" hi-hat cymbal pad + stand (motion‑sensor hi‑hat, dual‑zone for realistic open/closed/half‑open response)

2 × 12″ crash cymbal pads (dual‑zone, with choke functionality)

1 x 14" ride cymbal (triple-zone, with choke/mute)

Full rack (curved, adjustable, with lockable clamps and quick‑release cymbal booms)

Sound module (module body), wiring loom, power adapter, cables.

Compare NUX E-Drum Kits

DM-310
$699.00 USD
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$1,249.00 USD
DM-8
$1,599.00 USD

Best For

Entry-to-intermediate players, home practice, budget-friendly recording

Best For

Home practice, rehearsals, entry–intermediate players

Best For

Live performance, recording, intermediate–advanced players

Drum head material

All Mesh

Drum head material

All mesh made by REMO

Drum head material

All mesh made by REMO

Snare

10″ mesh snare, dual‑zone (head + rim)

Snare

10" mesh snare, dual-zone (head + rim)

Snare

More expressive 12" mesh snare, triple-zone (head, rim, cross-stick)

Toms

1 × 10″ + 2 × 8″ tom pads

Toms

3 x 8" mesh tom pads

Toms

3 x 10" mesh tom pads (more acoustic-like)

Kick / Bass Drum

Mesh kick pad with pedal

Kick

Mesh kick pad with pedal

Kick

Independent kick tower with double-chain pedal (supports double-kick)

Hi-hat

Pad-style hi-hat

Hi-hat

Pad and controller

Hi-hat

Mounted on stand (acoustic-style response)

Cymbals

Hi-hat, 2 crash, ride

Cymbals

Hi-hat, 2 crash, ride

Cymbals

Hi-hat, 2 crash, ride (enhanced sensitivity)

Module (brain)

18 preset kits, effects, recording/practice tools

Module (brain)

30 preset kits, effects, recording/practice tools

Module (brain)

30 high fidelity presets, full pad EQ, multi-track USB audio, pad mixer, sample import

Connectivity

USB-MIDI, AUX in, stereo out, trigger expansion

Connectivity

USB-MIDI, AUX in, stereo out, trigger expansion

Connectivity

USB-MIDI, AUX in, stereo out, trigger expansion

Specifications

Detailed product specifications and features

Technical

  • Sound Module / Kits 30 preset high-fidelity drum kits
  • User Kits 18 user-customizable kits
  • Demo Songs 30 built-in demo songs
  • Recording Capability 10 user‑recordable tracks
  • Metronome / Click / Practice Tools Adjustable metronome, rhythm patterns, tempo rate.
  • Effects Overdrive, Compression, Reverb, Tone/Tuning

Connectivity

  • Aux In 1/8" (3.5 mm) TRRS
  • Output 1/4" (6.35 mm) jack
  • Headphone Out 1/8" (3.5 mm) jack
  • Bluetooth Module Included (USB C)
  • USB (AUDIO + MIDI) USB-B
  • MIDI Output 5-Pin DIN MIDI