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Alesis Nitro Ultimate XL Electronic Drum Set

Alesis Nitro Ultimate XL Electronic Drum Set

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$1,099.00at Musician's FriendChecked Nov 9

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $1,099.00 at Musician's Friend on Nov 9.
  • Checked at 2 stores.

Our take on the Alesis Nitro Ultimate XL Electronic Drum Set

The Nitro Ultimate XL is Alesis's expanded Nitro kit, with ten pads and a full spread of toms and cymbals around a rack frame. It gives beginners and returning players a roomy layout with built-in drum kits and effects, MIDI out and a headphone jack for silent practice. Against the standard Nitro it adds more pads and a wider playing surface; against pricier kits it uses rubber pads and a simpler module rather than mesh heads and deep sound editing. It suits players who want a full kit feel at an entry level and don't need studio-grade sounds.

Best forFirst-time drummers learning on a full layoutApartment players who need headphone practiceDrummers who want MIDI into a computer or modulePlayers returning after years away
Pros
  • Ten pads give a fuller kit than the base Nitro
  • Built-in drum kits and effects mean no extra software to start
  • MIDI out connects to a DAW or sound module
  • Headphone jack allows quiet practice
  • Rack frame and pad layout are easy to set up and adjust
Cons
  • Rubber pads feel firmer and louder than mesh heads
  • Module sounds and editing are basic next to mid-range kits
  • Hi-hat response is limited compared with pricier models
  • Bass drum pad can feel light under heavy footwork

Alesis Nitro Ultimate XL Electronic Drum Set prices at every store

  • Guitar CenterNew

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    $1,099.00Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • Musician's FriendNew

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    $1,099.00Checked Nov 9
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Alesis Nitro Ultimate XL Electronic Drum Set price history

Lowest price we've seen: $1,099.00 on Nov 9 at Musician's Friend. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Owners treat the Nitro Ultimate XL as a solid first full kit, praising the pad count, quiet headphone play and easy setup. More experienced players find the rubber pads and module sounds limiting, and some note the hi-hat and kick feel basic.

What people mention
  • Pad feelMixedOwners say the rubber pads are responsive but firmer and louder than mesh heads.
  • Sound qualityCriticisedPlayers find the module's kits usable for practice but synthetic compared with pricier modules.
  • SetupPraisedBuyers report the rack goes together quickly and pads adjust easily.
  • NoiseMixedHeadphone play is silent, but stick noise on rubber pads carries through floors.
  • Hi-hatCriticisedThe hi-hat pedal and pad give a coarse response that experienced drummers notice.
  • ConnectivityPraisedMIDI out and the headphone jack are cited as useful for recording and quiet practice.

Specifications

Connections
1/8" Headphone Jack, MIDISource
Pre-Programmed Effects
YesSource
Pre-Programmed Drumset
YesSource
Qty. Drums
10Source

Questions and answers

Is the Nitro Ultimate XL good for a beginner?
Yes. The full pad layout, built-in kits and headphone jack make it a practical first kit. The rubber pads are less forgiving than mesh but hold up to learning.
How does it differ from the standard Alesis Nitro?
The Ultimate XL adds pads for a wider tom and cymbal spread on the same rack-style approach. The module and rubber pad type are close to the base Nitro.
Can I use it with a computer or DAW?
Yes. MIDI out lets you trigger software drums or record parts. You supply the MIDI interface or cable your setup needs.
Does it work with headphones only?
Yes. Plug headphones into the 1/8-inch jack for silent practice. There is no built-in speaker, so you need headphones or an amp to hear it.
What is included in the box?
The kit ships as a rack, pads, cymbals, kick pad, module and cabling. Sticks and a throne are not part of the set, so plan for those separately.
Can the pads be upgraded to mesh?
The rack and module accept compatible mesh pads, but check trigger compatibility before buying. Many owners keep the stock rubber pads for practice.
Where is the Alesis Nitro Ultimate XL Electronic Drum Set cheapest?
At Musician's Friend, for $1,099.00, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Alesis Nitro Ultimate XL Electronic Drum Set?
2 stores we checked sell it, including Guitar Center, Musician's Friend.

Stores we've priced the Alesis Nitro Ultimate XL Electronic Drum Set at

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