{"niche":"How portable are different electric drum module options?","description":"How portable are different electric drum module options?","products":[{"brand":"2BOX","model":"DrumIt Three Module (DrumIt 3)","price_gbp":481.32,"origin_country":null,"specs":{"input_options":"15 trigger inputs, Line In, MIDI In/Out, USB","number_of_pads":"15","built_in_sounds":"367 instruments, 100 preset kits","sound_bank_size":"4 GB","headphone_output":"6.3 mm stereo jack"},"confidence_score":null,"sources":[{"label":"Thomann","url":"https://www.thomannmusic.com/2box_drumit_three.htm","currency":"USD","source_country":"US","price":645.0,"price_gbp":481.32,"scraped_at":"2026-06-14T00:28:25.243507"},{"label":"Music Store Professional","url":"https://www.musicstore.com/en_US/USD/2Box-DrumIt-Three-Modul/art-DRU0036482-000","currency":"USD","source_country":"US","price":645.0,"price_gbp":481.32,"scraped_at":"2026-06-14T00:28:25.243507"},{"label":"Drum-Tec","url":"https://www.drum-tec.com/2box-drumit-three-sound-module","currency":"USD","source_country":"US","price":799.0,"price_gbp":596.23,"scraped_at":"2026-06-14T00:28:25.243507"},{"label":"Thomann","url":"https://www.thomannmusic.com/2box_drumit_three.htm","currency":"USD","source_country":"US","price":645.0,"price_gbp":481.32,"scraped_at":"2026-06-14T00:28:28.001238"},{"label":"Music Store Professional","url":"https://www.musicstore.com/en_US/USD/2Box-DrumIt-Three-Modul/art-DRU0036482-000","currency":"USD","source_country":"US","price":645.0,"price_gbp":481.32,"scraped_at":"2026-06-14T00:28:28.001238"},{"label":"Drum-Tec","url":"https://www.drum-tec.com/2box-drumit-three-sound-module","currency":"USD","source_country":"US","price":799.0,"price_gbp":596.23,"scraped_at":"2026-06-14T00:28:28.001238"}],"summary":"Compact professional trigger module with 4 GB of multi-layered samples, support for 15 trigger inputs including 3-zone snare and cymbals, USB and MIDI connectivity, and 4 direct outputs; suited for upgrading e-drum kits or building hybrid acoustic/electronic setups. Includes signature sounds and a PC/Mac editor for importing and creating multisamples.","ideal_for":"Well suited for comparing portability of drum modules because it is compact, supports 15 trigger inputs and uses internal 4 GB sample storage (no laptop required for playback)."},{"brand":"Alesis","model":"Strike MultiPad Sampling Pad","price_gbp":401.47,"origin_country":null,"specs":{"polyphony":"32 voices","input_options":"2 x 1/4 in TRS audio inputs, 1 x 1/8 in stereo input, MIDI In/Out, USB MIDI/Audio, dual-zone trigger inputs, footswitch input, external pad input","number_of_pads":"9","built_in_sounds":"7000+","sound_bank_size":"8000","headphone_output":"1 x 1/4 in TRS headphone output"},"confidence_score":null,"sources":[{"label":"Music Store","url":"https://www.musicstore.com/en_US/USD/Alesis-Strike-MultiPad/art-DRU0037841-000","currency":"USD","source_country":"US","price":538.0,"price_gbp":401.47,"scraped_at":"2026-06-14T00:28:25.243507"},{"label":"Sam Ash","url":"https://www.samash.com/alesis-strike-multipad-electronic-drum-pad-astrikemp-p","currency":"USD","source_country":"US","price":699.0,"price_gbp":521.61,"scraped_at":"2026-06-14T00:28:25.243507"},{"label":"Music & Arts","url":"https://www.musicarts.com/alesis-strike-multipad-percussion-pad-main0440050","currency":"USD","source_country":"US","price":699.0,"price_gbp":521.61,"scraped_at":"2026-06-14T00:28:25.243507"},{"label":"Sam Ash","url":"https://www.samash.com/alesis-strike-multipad-electronic-drum-pad-astrikemp-p","currency":"USD","source_country":"US","price":699.0,"price_gbp":521.61,"scraped_at":"2026-06-14T00:28:28.001238"},{"label":"Music Store","url":"https://www.musicstore.com/en_US/USD/Alesis-Strike-MultiPad/art-DRU0037841-000","currency":"USD","source_country":"US","price":538.0,"price_gbp":401.47,"scraped_at":"2026-06-14T00:28:28.001238"},{"label":"Music & Arts","url":"https://www.musicarts.com/alesis-strike-multipad-percussion-pad-main0440050","currency":"USD","source_country":"US","price":699.0,"price_gbp":521.61,"scraped_at":"2026-06-14T00:28:28.001238"}],"summary":"The Alesis Strike MultiPad is a 9-pad sampling/percussion pad with 32GB internal storage, over 7,000 built-in sounds and about 8,000 total samples, a 4.3 in color display, onboard sampling, looping and five effects processors. It offers extensive I/O including multiple audio inputs, MIDI and USB, making it suitable for live performance and studio sampling. The RGB-lit velocity-sensitive pads and looper make it performance-friendly for drummers and electronic percussionists.","ideal_for":"Good for portability comparisons because it combines nine pads, 32GB internal storage and a single 1/4 in headphone output in a compact 19.5 in x 11.2 in x 2.6 in, offering a full-featured standalone unit that's lighter and more self-contained than larger rack modules."},{"brand":"Roland","model":"SPD-SX PRO Sampling Pad","price_gbp":970.09,"origin_country":null,"specs":{"input_options":"4 external trigger inputs, hi-hat control/expression pedal, USB, MIDI (DIN)","number_of_pads":"9","built_in_sounds":"1550","sound_bank_size":"32GB"},"confidence_score":null,"sources":[{"label":"Sweetwater","url":"https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/SPDSXPRO--roland-spd-sx-pro-sampling-pad","currency":"USD","source_country":"US","price":1299.99,"price_gbp":970.09,"scraped_at":"2026-06-14T00:28:25.243507"},{"label":"Sam Ash","url":"https://www.samash.com/roland-spd-sx-pro-sampling-pad","currency":"USD","source_country":"US","price":1299.99,"price_gbp":970.09,"scraped_at":"2026-06-14T00:28:25.243507"},{"label":"MusicRadar (linked retailer page uses Sweetwater)","url":"https://www.musicradar.com/reviews/roland-spd-sx-pro-review","currency":"USD","source_country":"US","price":1299.99,"price_gbp":970.09,"scraped_at":"2026-06-14T00:28:25.243507"},{"label":"Sweetwater","url":"https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/SPDSXPRO--roland-spd-sx-pro-sampling-pad","currency":"USD","source_country":"US","price":1299.99,"price_gbp":970.09,"scraped_at":"2026-06-14T00:28:28.001238"},{"label":"Sam Ash","url":"https://www.samash.com/roland-spd-sx-pro-sampling-pad","currency":"USD","source_country":"US","price":1299.99,"price_gbp":970.09,"scraped_at":"2026-06-14T00:28:28.001238"},{"label":"MusicRadar (linked retailer page uses Sweetwater)","url":"https://www.musicradar.com/reviews/roland-spd-sx-pro-review","currency":"USD","source_country":"US","price":1299.99,"price_gbp":970.09,"scraped_at":"2026-06-14T00:28:28.001238"}],"summary":"The SPD-SX PRO is a professional sampling pad with nine velocity-sensitive pads, a 4.3 in colour display, 32GB internal memory, extensive I/O and a powerful multi-FX engine; it includes over 1,550 built-in sounds and supports many external pads and hi-hat control. It's designed for live performers and studio users who need expandable sampling, detailed routing and robust performance features.","ideal_for":"Good for portable electric-drum modules because its 9 onboard pads plus 4 external trigger inputs and 32GB memory let you build a compact yet capable setup with high onboard sound capacity."},{"brand":"Roland","model":"TD-27 Drum Sound Module","price_gbp":1231.27,"origin_country":null,"specs":{"input_options":"11 trigger inputs; 3 digital trigger inputs; multi-pin trigger jack; MIX IN; USB/MIDI; 5-pin MIDI I/O; SD card slot; Bluetooth","built_in_sounds":"728","sound_bank_size":"728","headphone_output":"Yes, dedicated headphone out with level knob"},"confidence_score":null,"sources":[{"label":"Guitar Center","url":"https://www.guitarcenter.com/Roland/TD-27-V-Drums-Module-1500000342800.gc","currency":"USD","source_country":"US","price":1649.99,"price_gbp":1231.27,"scraped_at":"2026-06-14T00:28:25.243507"},{"label":"EdrumCenter","url":"https://edrumcenter.com/products/roland-td-27-module","currency":"USD","source_country":"US","price":1649.99,"price_gbp":1231.27,"scraped_at":"2026-06-14T00:28:25.243507"},{"label":"Guitar Center","url":"https://www.guitarcenter.com/Roland/TD-27-V-Drums-Module-1500000342800.gc","currency":"USD","source_country":"US","price":1649.99,"price_gbp":1231.27,"scraped_at":"2026-06-14T00:28:28.001238"},{"label":"EdrumCenter","url":"https://edrumcenter.com/products/roland-td-27-module","currency":"USD","source_country":"US","price":1649.99,"price_gbp":1231.27,"scraped_at":"2026-06-14T00:28:28.001238"}],"summary":"The Roland TD-27 module uses Prismatic Sound Modeling and PureAcoustic Ambience Technology to deliver highly expressive, studio-quality drum sounds with 728 built-in tones and extensive editing. It supports digital Roland pads, sample import via SD card, integrated 28-channel USB audio, Bluetooth audio streaming and multiple outputs for live or studio use.","ideal_for":"Well suited for portable setups because it provides 11 trigger inputs (including 3 digital inputs), built-in Bluetooth and a dedicated headphone output for compact, low-cable rehearsal or travel rigs."},{"brand":"Roland","model":"TM-6 PRO Drum Trigger Module","price_gbp":723.09,"origin_country":null,"specs":{"input_options":"TRIGGER IN x6 (1/4-inch TRS), HH CTRL (1/4-inch), FOOT SW (1/4-inch TRS), MIDI OUT, USB B, MASTER OUT L/R (1/4-inch), DIRECT OUT x4 (1/4-inch)","built_in_sounds":"268 preset instruments","sound_bank_size":"500","headphone_output":"PHONES jack (stereo 1/4-inch)"},"confidence_score":null,"sources":[{"label":"Roland (official product page)","url":"https://www.roland.com/us/products/tm-6_pro/","currency":"USD","source_country":"US","price":null,"price_gbp":null,"scraped_at":"2026-06-14T00:28:25.243507"},{"label":"drum-tec","url":"https://www.drum-tec.com/roland-tm-6-pro-trigger-module","currency":"USD","source_country":"US","price":969.0,"price_gbp":723.09,"scraped_at":"2026-06-14T00:28:25.243507"},{"label":"Roland (official product page)","url":"https://www.roland.com/us/products/tm-6_pro/","currency":"USD","source_country":"US","price":null,"price_gbp":null,"scraped_at":"2026-06-14T00:28:28.001238"},{"label":"drum-tec","url":"https://www.drum-tec.com/roland-tm-6-pro-trigger-module","currency":"USD","source_country":"US","price":969.0,"price_gbp":723.09,"scraped_at":"2026-06-14T00:28:28.001238"}],"summary":"The TM-6 PRO is a compact trigger module for hybrid acoustic/electronic kits, preloaded with 500 sampled user/importable sounds and 268 preset instruments, with six trigger inputs (expandable to 12 with splitters), multi-effects and per-pad processing. It offers USB audio/MIDI, SD sample playback and multiple outs for live or studio routing, suited to working drummers who need fast sound switching and sampling onstage.","ideal_for":"Very portable - small 228 mm x 233 mm x 66 mm unit weighing 1.0 kg with six trigger inputs, SD sample support and USB audio/MIDI makes it easy to carry and integrate with acoustic kits on the road."},{"brand":"Yamaha","model":"EAD10 Electronic Acoustic Drum Module","price_gbp":357.44,"origin_country":null,"specs":{"polyphony":"64","input_options":"PHONES, AUX IN, OUTPUT L/MONO, R, USB TO DEVICE, USB TO HOST, 1-6 trigger inputs, FOOT SW","built_in_sounds":"50 preset scenes, 200 user scenes","sound_bank_size":"757 Voices","headphone_output":"PHONES (standard stereo phone)"},"confidence_score":null,"sources":[{"label":"Memphis Drum Shop","url":"https://memphisdrumshop.com/products/yamaha-ead10-acoustic-electronic-drum-module-with-sensor-ead-10","currency":"USD","source_country":"US","price":679.99,"price_gbp":507.43,"scraped_at":"2026-06-14T00:28:25.243507"},{"label":"West Music","url":"https://www.westmusic.com/yamaha-ead10-electronic-acoustic-drum-module-217575","currency":"USD","source_country":"US","price":679.99,"price_gbp":507.43,"scraped_at":"2026-06-14T00:28:25.243507"},{"label":"Thomann","url":"https://www.thomannmusic.com/yamaha_ead10_drum_module.htm","currency":"USD","source_country":"US","price":479.0,"price_gbp":357.44,"scraped_at":"2026-06-14T00:28:25.243507"},{"label":"Memphis Drum Shop","url":"https://memphisdrumshop.com/products/yamaha-ead10-acoustic-electronic-drum-module-with-sensor-ead-10","currency":"USD","source_country":"US","price":679.99,"price_gbp":507.43,"scraped_at":"2026-06-14T00:28:28.001238"},{"label":"West Music","url":"https://www.westmusic.com/yamaha-ead10-electronic-acoustic-drum-module-217575","currency":"USD","source_country":"US","price":679.99,"price_gbp":507.43,"scraped_at":"2026-06-14T00:28:28.001238"},{"label":"Thomann","url":"https://www.thomannmusic.com/yamaha_ead10_drum_module.htm","currency":"USD","source_country":"US","price":479.0,"price_gbp":357.44,"scraped_at":"2026-06-14T00:28:28.001238"}],"summary":"The Yamaha EAD10 uses a sensor unit with two microphones and a kick trigger plus a compact main module to capture and enhance an acoustic kit, offering 757 internal voices, 11 reverbs and high-quality effects, USB recording and Rec'n'Share app integration. It suits drummers who want quick mic'ing, easy hybrid sounds and on-the-go recording without a multi-mic setup. ","ideal_for":"Very portable: the sensor plus a 260 mm × 63 mm main unit and lightweight design (654 g main unit, 464 g sensor) make it easy to attach to a bass drum and transport compared with full multi-mic rigs."}]}