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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
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
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








