Alesis SR-18 Drum Machine

Alesis, the pioneers of electronic drum kits and drum machines, is proud to introduce the SR-18 Drum Machine. The SR-18 provides an arsenal of 600+ drum and percussion sounds to ignite your creativity. Hip-hop producers, rock drummers and electronic music artists will all find inspiration in the SR-18's cutting-edge sound library and performance features.

Cutting-Edge Drum Kits and Electronic Sounds

The SR-18 comes loaded with 50 drum kits that span a variety of musical genres. From crisp acoustic drums to thunderous electronic kits, the SR-18 has the sounds you need. The drum kits can be customized using the dedicated knobs for tuning, ambience and level. The percussion sounds include congas, bongos, timbales, shakers, tambourines and more. With 32-voice polyphony and 12 pads, the SR-18 allows you to sequence complex rhythms and play live.

Effects Engine Adds Depth and Dimension

The built-in effects engine provides reverb, EQ and compression on each of the 12 pads. Reverb adds ambience and depth, while the 3-band EQ allows you to shape the tone. Compression evens out levels and adds sustain. The effects can be used subtly to enhance the sounds or intensely for experimental textures. Connect the SR-18 to your audio interface or mixer to utilize the effects in your recordings and live shows.

AC or Battery Power for Portable Inspiration

Since the SR-18 can run on AC power or batteries, you'll always be ready to create a beat. The battery option provides 4 hours of portable operation, allowing you to craft rhythms anywhere inspiration strikes. The SR-18's compact and lightweight design means you can produce on the go without sacrificing power or sounds. For on-stage or rehearsal use, simply connect the SR-18 to AC power.

Additional Features for Performance and Productivity

The SR-18 provides a metronome, tap tempo and MIDI clock sync for keeping time. The note repeat function, last step mode and real-time recording ensure an efficient workflow. Save your rhythms, sequences and kit settings to the 200 preset locations. Back up your presets using the MIDI out to send to your DAW or another SR-18. The Alesis SR-18, a powerhouse drum machine designed for modern music creation.