The ultimate electronic percussion interface.

The Alesis Trigger I/O is a powerful electronic percussion interface designed to bridge the gap between the ultimate control and feel of a real drum performance and the extensive capability of software and hardware sound modules. The Trigger I/O converts playing from your favorite percussion interface, whether electronic drum pads or acoustic drum triggers, into MIDI note messages. Featuring both MIDI out and USB connectivity, the Trigger I/O can be used to play sounds on synths, drum modules, or on your computer-straight from your drumkit. Bundled with FXPansion's BFD Lite-a professional software drum module with high-quality acoustic and electronic drum kit libraries-the Trigger I/O will get you up and rocking in no time.

Positioning
With ten trigger inputs and its versatile MIDI out functions, the Trigger I/O is the perfect interface for musicians who want to expand the scope of their current equipment to include control over computers, samplers, synths, or other MIDI modules. Its intuitive interface and 20 programmable presets allow for easy setup and quick user operation. Plus, the bundled FXPansion BFD Lite software provides an additional source of creative material.

Applications
The Trigger I/O can be used by any percussionist at any level in their home, studio, or during a live performance to control various software and hardware sound modules, all while maintaining the feel of a real percussion performance. Additionally, the mounting holes for an optional drum stand mount make the Trigger I/O adaptable to any environment.

Alesis Trigger I/O Percussion Pad to MIDI Interface Features:

• 10 TRS trigger inputs for single or dual zone trigger inputs
• 20 programmable presets for storing and recalling various setups
• Includes BFD Lite software drum module (Mac and PC) with professional quality acoustic and electronic drums in stand-alone, VST, AU and DXIi plug-in formats
• Easy interface for quick editing and user setups
• USB 1.1 plug-and-play (Windows and Mac), MIDI out
• Hi-hat input for on/off or continuous control
• Up/down footswitch input for selecting kits remotely
• Customizable trigger settings for sensitivity, assignment of MIDI channels, note numbers, crosstalk, velocity curve, threshold, retrigger time and pad type
• Mounting holes for optional drum stand mount

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Alesis Trigger I/O Percussion Pad to MIDI Interface

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Inexpensive

Posted by HD from Shreveport, LA on Nov 16, 2009

Experience w/product: I own it

Reviewer's Background: Active Musician, Clinician

Reviewer's Play Style: Rock and Country

I was very excited about getting this product to replace my drum modules for MIDI interface. I was soon disappointed with the lack of sensitivity. If you are looking to do some simple home recording in MIDI, this is the product for you, but if you are playing more intricate parts, snare rolls etc. get a Roland drum module, much more reliable triggering!

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Excellent Product for Professionals

Posted by Mango from CA, CA on Aug 18, 2009

Experience w/product: I own it

Reviewer's Background: Active Musician, Recording Engineer

Reviewer's Play Style: Technical Metal, Jazz, Many styles

Excellent trigger i/o for people who know how to use vst's, midi, and current recording equipment! If you have no prior knowledge with advanced midi then I suggest not buying as it may be too complicated for some without prior knowledge of mapping etc.

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Could be more reliable

Posted by oddtime from Chicagoland on May 31, 2009

Experience w/product: I own it

Reviewer's Background: Hobbyist

Reviewer's Play Style: any

The first one had to go back. New one works great. Just so you know, you can hook up 20 triggers. Each trigger input has a TRS connection for a dual zone trigger or two individual triggers. good value for the money

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Alesis Trigger IO

Posted by funksoulman from rural Illinois on Feb 16, 2009

Experience w/product: I own it

Reviewer's Background: Recording Engineer usician

Reviewer's Play Style: funk jazz pop

I purchased is drum trigger interface about a month ago. It took me a couple days to realize that this is one of the best investments that I've made in years. You do have to tweak it, but once the light goes on watch out excellent music making.

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Alesis Trigger i/o is a great unit

Posted by Steven from Colorado on Jan 23, 2009

Experience w/product: I own it

Reviewer's Background: Active musician

Reviewer's Play Style: rock, gospel

Alesis drum units have been around for a while and they all share the same easy to use format. The trigger I/O is no different. If you're used to any of the Alesis drum modules, this should be an easy to use interface for you. All the same parameters are there. Gain, Crosstalk, etc. all work the same as the other Alesis modules. The triggering is excellent. You will want to use more than the included BFD lite software. I trigger Battery 3 flawlessly. The dynamics are amazing from soft to loud. My only small complaint is I wish it had more trigger inputs. However, for the price you could buy two so it's a fairly minor complaint. A must own unit.

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