The Strata Core provides players with shallow physical shells for its 12-inch snare drum, two 8-inch toms, and 10-inch tom. Dual independent zones for the snare drum allow rim shots, rim clicks, and extraordinarily expressive head response. In fact, the deluxe and tunable mesh heads outfitted across the entire Strata Core shell configuration promise professional-grade playability and ridiculously lifelike response. Plus, its 8-inch kick tower offers enough room to welcome your double-kick pedal. This same praise applies to the Strata Core’s assortment of top-tier ARC cymbal pads. Two 12-inch crash cymbals and a 14-inch ride cymbal supply hardy 360-degree playing surfaces, moving and articulating just like the real deal with three playing zones for bell, bow, and edge percussing. Its 12-inch Active Magnetic hi-hat offers identical playing detail, but with magnetic position sensing for maximum precision while working in conjunction with your hi-hat stand. Strata Core responds with astonishing acoustic realism to translate your vibe with total comfort and confidence.
As comprehensive as they come and carrying a massive sound library, the BFD engine–powered Core drum module is everything you want and need from a drum brain. The 7-inch touchscreen makes navigation a complete breeze, providing access to 75 preset kits from the factory and a limitless number of user kit slots. That’s a good thing, too, considering the Core module supplies over 370 kit pieces, over 800 articulations, and over 144,000 samples with detailed stacking capabilities and mix/FX parameters for conjuring any drum kit your mind can devise. Beyond its sounds, the Core module offers connection points for control over USB and 5-pin MIDI, plus Bluetooth 5.0 and 1/8-inch TRS options make jam-alongs with songs and practice files over your devices painless. Record up to 32GB of percussion content, and take advantage of the included BFD player and expansion pack to let your creativity skyrocket. Plus, Alesis is tossing in a 90-day Drumeo subscription on the house!
With its curved, 4-post steel rack system, the Strata Core boasts remarkable stability and the setup convenience to thrive in tight quarters. Whether that’s the home studio, a corner in your living room or bedroom, or a compact spot in the garage or basement, the Strata Core was built to bring superior electronic drum quality to smaller spaces. And the best part? Because its playing feel is so natural, the Strata Core is an excellent option for a wide range of percussionists, both highly experienced and new to the game. Transitioning from an acoustic set? Seeking out a quieter yet still high-quality solution? Embarking for the first time? The Strata Core is here for it all.
Every detail of the Alesis Strata Core has been designed to deliver a responsive and natural experience for intermediate and experienced drummers. The all-mesh Strata drumheads have adjustable tension, the 360-degree ARC cymbals are free to move and respond like acoustic cymbals would, and the Active Magnetic hi-hat ensures crisp precision and accuracy.
The Strata Core is a pro level e-kit that punches above its weight class rivaling alternative drum sets with higher prices and bigger footprints. Experience exceptional sound quality and realistic playability in this powerful yet compact addition to the Strata line.
A dual-zone snare drum with independent sounds triggered on the head, rim click, and rim shot, followed by 8”/8”/10” dual-zone toms and an 8” kick drum provides ample playing surface, suitable for all varieties of single and double kick drum pedals. The tension can be adjusted on all mesh heads, letting you set the exact level of rebound and expressiveness to your preference. Unnatural and unwanted ‘hotspots’ on the heads are eliminated with our unique patented anti-hotspot sensor design (U.S. Patent 9,424,827).
Strata Core’s ARC cymbals are exceptionally sensitive with a beautifully lathed surface. All three cymbals - the 14” ride and two 12” crashes - are triple-zone with different sounds triggered on the bell, bow, and edge of each cymbal. They’re all 360-degree responsive, so that you can play anywhere throughout the cymbal and mount on standard acoustic arm mounts, which allows them to respond and swing naturally without restrictions. All cymbals have dual-edge sensors (patent pending) and profiles that allow incredible expressiveness without having to adjust your technique.
The 12” Active Magnetic hi-hat is a superbly playable magnetic, stand-mounted system. Like the cymbals, this triple-zone 360-degree playing surface is extremely responsive. Magnetic position sensing ensures that pedal movements are translated in high resolution, meaning the contactless system is unmatched in its accuracy. This module-powered unit can be used with a wide variety of hi-hat stands and playing techniques.
The backbone of Strata Core is a curved steel rack where the toms, cymbals and module are mounted. Sturdy but flexible, it allows for spacious and compact footprints so you can adjust the kit to your ideal playing position for your setup. The ARC hi-hats mount to any hi-hat stand, and the 8" kick tower can accommodate any single or double pedal configuration. Crash and ride cymbals can be mounted to standard acoustic cymbal stands and are not bound to the rack mount.
The heart of the Strata Core is a powerful drum module featuring a 7” touchscreen display and a powerful BFD sound engine running on a multi-core processor. With over 25GB of content, across 75 kits, 370+ kit pieces, 800+ articulations, and 144,000+ samples with multiple adjustable microphone channels you’ll find what’s right for you. Experiment with a “stacks” function for layering articulations and mixing individual microphones. Control options include rotary encoders, separate volume knobs, and Bluetooth 5.0 streaming. Jam creatively with a customizable trigger engine supports all modern Alesis E-kit triggers, MIDI connectivity, and USB storage for sample imports.
The multi-core processor runs the legendary BFD sound engine. This enormous library of drum kits was immaculately sampled by top engineers in some of the world’s finest drum recording spaces. With over 25GB of factory sounds, 370+ kit pieces, 800+ articulations, 144,000+ individual samples, drummers can experiment and develop their personal sound and style.
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| Total Number of Pads | 5 x Mesh Drum Pads, 4 x Cymbal Pads |
|---|---|
| Included Snare/Tom Pads | 2 x 8" Dual-zone Toms, 1 x 10" Dual-zone Tom, 1 x 12" Dual-zone Snare |
| Included Kick Pads | 1 x 8" Kick Drum Tower |
| Included Cymbal Pads | 1 x 14" Ride, 2 x 12" Crash, 1 x 12" Hi-hat (all triple-zone) |
| Included Hardware | 4-post Steel Rack (Hi-hat stand and bass drum pedal not included) |
| Included Drum Module | Core Drum Module |
| Number of Instruments | 75 x Kits, 370+ Kit Pieces, 800+ Artics, 144,000+ Sampes |
| Module Trigger Inputs | 1 x 1/4" TRS (tom 4), 1 x 1/4" TRS (cymbal 3) |
| Module Analog Inputs | 1 x 1/8" TRS (aux) |
| Module Analog Outputs | 2 x 1/4" (left, right) |
| Headphones | 1 x 1/8" TRS, 1 x 1/4" TRS |
| Module MIDI I/O | In, Out/Thru, USB, Bluetooth |
| USB | 1 x Type B (host), 1 x Type A (storage) |
| Storage | 32GB Internal Storage (25GB of content preloaded) |
| Features | 7" Touchscreen Display |
| Manufacturer Part Number | STRATACORE 694318026106 |
