Double-Chain Driven Pearl Eliminator Redline Double Pedal Review (P2052C)
Pearl Eliminator Redline Double Pedal Set can be customized to suit your fancy and it’s a highly reliable model. You can either get the Redline as a belt-drive or a chain optionas used in this review.
And so, when it comes to features, the Pearl‘s famous Eliminator pedals sure pack a punch. They’re equipped with Dual-chain drives, Click-lock spring adjustment, Control core beaters, NiNjA bearings, Independent traction grips, Uni-Lock beater angle cams, a PowerShifter function and much more.
Created more than 15 years ago, this brand and model is still preferred by thousands of beginners and professional drummers all over the world.
High Degree of Customization
Since the Pearl Eliminator Redline Double Pedal can be greatly customized to suit your taste and preferences, you can definitely find a set up that is just right for you. It may take you some time to fiddle around with the different features to get it all just right… But when it’s done, you’ll be very pleased to have a pedal set that is perfect for you.
It’s worth noting that the high degree of variation will mean that some combinations may work against each other. You’ll need to be aware of what you’re doing and how it’ll affect your playing.
Other features
The Redline’s features are patented and you can quickly and easily vary pedal performance by using the interchangeable cam system. If you wish to move the footboard up and down you can use the ‘Powershifter’ feature. This is really helpful.
You’ll also be able to remove and change the rubber disks that are located in the grip plate. The color scheme of grey, red and black is very pleasing to eye and overall, these are very stylish pedals.
While the pedals allow you the option of customizing them, if you just wish to use them as they come, that’s fine too. They are good to use upon purchase without changing anything.
What we learned from testing it out
Our testing showed that the Pearl Eliminator Redline Double Pedals are great to use and highly responsive. The sturdy structure gives the pedals a solid feel and allow for smooth play. If you’re looking for a set of double pedals that look good and play well, the Pearl Eliminator Redline Double Pedal is definitely worth considering.
Would We Buy It?
We most certainly would. The level of customization that’s possible with these pedals is unbelievable. It’s priced affordably, delivers a ton of value, looks good and performs better. This is a must-buy.
The Eliminator Redline Pedal is sturdy and comes in a few models such as:
Single Pedal (P2050B) and Double Pedal (P2052B) Belt Drive Models.
Single Pedal (P2050C) and Double Pedal (P2052C) Chain Drive Models.
Left-Footed Double Chain (P2052CL) and Belt (P2052BL) Models.
The Pedal model marked bold above symbolizes the Pedal we used for this review.
Is The Alesis Crimson Electronic Drum Set Worth Your Money?
Read DrumPerium’s Alesis Crimson Review Below To Find out!
Whenever someone thinks about buying an ‘Electronic Drum Set’ the first question that crosses their mind is, “Is it going to be expensive?”. After all, nobody wants to take out a second mortgage on their house just to buy a drum set.
However, there is no denying that quality comes at a price and if you want a electronic drum set that produces super cool beats that gets everyone’s heads bobbing, you’ll need to fork out some serious cash.
There are many cheaper brands on the market and these are marketed as ideal if you’re a beginner or intermediate player. The truth of the matter is that these cheap alternatives can’t even be considered worthy of mention. You’d be better off banging on a tin can with 2 chopsticks.
You’re probably wondering, “Is there no drum set that’s affordable and good?”
The answer – Yes, there is one. It’s the new Alesis Crimson Mesh Kit and almost everyone is raving about it… and for good reason too.
The Company Behind The Crimson Kit
Alesis is a company based in Cumberland, Rhode Island. They specialize in producingaudio mixers, drum machines, professional electronics percussion products and much more. They’re fantastic at what they do.
For years they’ve been trying to create an ‘electronic drum set for beginner/ intermediate’ player that would be at a price point that is affordable for most people. Finally, they succeededand it was worth the wait.
The Alesis Crimson Mesh Kit produces really high quality sound and is a mid-range unit. If you’re a drummer, you’ll love this set that is head and shoulders above its peers.
What’s Inside The Box?
This is a standard 5-piece electronic drum set that comes in a cool all-black mesh. It can handle both a single and double pedal because the 8” Kick pad has ample space. Besides that, you’ll get a 10” dual zone floor tom and two 8” dual-zone rack toms.
The Crimson has a 12” snare drum that is a favorite with most of the buyers. The set itself with the metal racks is sturdy, stable and durable. You won’t need to worry about the drum set wobbling during your furious drumming session.
The three-zone 14” ride, 12” hi-hat with its own pedal and the 12” dual-zone crash that accompany this set will make even the beginners feel like a pro.
The Alesis Crimson Sound Module
Alesis claims that their module comes capable of producing 600 sounds. With the 20 extra ‘user kits’ and 50 preset kits, the number of sound permutations and combinations increases exponentially.
The metronome will be very helpful for the beginner and you can even save the beats you play. You can always listen to your own musicorproudly impress your friends and family with your drumming mixes.
The Alesis Crimson has an internal memory that will allow you to save 4 or 5 tracks. You can use a USB memory stickthat comes with the set to save another 99 tracks.
What’s also interesting is that you can upload your own samples into the module and sync them to the trigger/pad that you’d like to use. This makes it fantastic for creating sound effects such as loops, etc.
Other than that, the Crimson has a headphone jack, an auxiliary input (If you’re using iPods or other sound devices), mono and stereo outputs and a midi in an out. This set truly has everything you’d need.
Does The Alesis Crimson Kit Play Well?
You bet it does! We were very impressed when we tried out this set. You have a lot of freedom to personalize and get creative with the tunable mesh heads. The shiny metal rims make the whole set look aesthetically pleasing and gives the drum set a ‘cool factor.’
Many people who have tried out the Alesis Crimson Mesh say that the snare on this model feels exactly like playing on a normal snare.
The kick and toms are great too. The only thingwe found slightly lacking was the cymbals. Since they’re made of rubber, it just doesn’t feel the same as banging on metal ones. But of course, this is just us being picky. The cymbals respond well and sound just like they should… we just wanted that ‘kick’ when playing on them.
You can also choke the crash and adjust rim sensitivity, threshold, reduce the crosstalk between the head and rim, etc. There is a lot of flexibility here. You’ll need to start using the Crimson to experience just how versatile and accommodating it is.
Would You Recomment It?
If you’re looking for an impressive drum kit, the Alesis Crimson Mesh Kit has your name written all over it.
The quality and features that come with it are impressive and the beginner/intermediate player will seriously improve his or her drumming skills with it.
Overall, the new Alesis Crimson Mesh Kit gets our highest recommendation. The kick pad and snare drum are absolute winners. The price is affordable and this electronic drum set is well worth the investment and will last you a long time. Do get it today.
In Order To Write An Honest Alesis Command Kit Review. We need to start saying set-up was not perfectly easy.
There was some difficulties just in how things were labeled, or rather not labeled, and the clarity of directions in general.
Mainly just pictures which could be confusing for people that don’t have experience with setting up a drum set rack before.
But if you have patience and a block of time to set aside for this task you can get through it. It arrives in one big heavy box and the unboxing seems like half the set up time.
It will take a few hours at least if you are new at this kind of thing, so be prepared.
The Contents
Alesis Command Kit basically comes with what you see in the photo plus a pair of drumsticks.
If this is your first electric drum kit, please notice that It does not come with headphones which are necessary for its use.
Personally I think they (Alesis) could have easily tossed in some cheap ones.
Alesis Command Kit’s Pads, Cybal and Triggering
Both the 8″ Kick Pad and 10″ Dual-Zone Snare Pad have Mesh Heads. Mesh Heads gives a similar rebound and feel as an aucoustic drum head which is great.
Also, When playing the kit for a while, the triggering of the Kick Pad seems to be lacking (despite lots of tuning).
Especially when playing faster parts like blastbeats. That being said, if you aren’t going to play metal or faster stuff you should be ok.
Furthermore, Alesis Command Kit includes two 9″ dual-zone rack toms and an 11″ dual-zone floor tom.
All These three are rubber pads which takes some time to get used to, if your spoiled with all mesh like me.
But unlike the Kick Pad, all three toms and the snare triggers and responds really well.
The set also features a Ride Cymbal, Hi hat and a Crash (with choke) of which all comes in 10″ size.
The playing surface (trigger area) is covered with a softer type of rubber which helps keep both bounce and noise down a little bit.
Alesis Command Kit Drum Module
The Alesis Command Kit Drum Module comes with 50 pre-programmed drum sets and over 600 sounds.
You can import your own sounds via USB memory stick. In addition, There’s also a built-in metronome and 60 play-along tracks which makes practicing a lot more fun.
Conclusion
Overall the mounts and rack, cymbals and pads are very sturdy and of professional quality.
Alesis Command Kit includes an excellent mesh snare which is typically an upgrade on more expensive sets.
It’s quite a good kit cosidering its price tag. But, if you’re going to play real fast stuff, considering adding a double bassdrum pedal, Alesis Command Kit might not be for you.
Alesis Command Kit Review – Drum Set Features
Tightly-woven 10″ dual-zone snare pad for superior feel and playing response
8″ Mesh Kick pad with kick drum pedal included
3x Large dual zone rubber tom pads
Command Advanced Drum Module with 70 kits (50 factory + 20 user) and 600 sounds
Load .WAV samples and play-along tracks via USB memory stick
Real-time recording (5 tracks internally; up to 99 tracks via USB memory stick)
USB/MIDI output for use with virtual instrument and recording software
Premium chrome 4-post rack
Connection cables, drum sticks, drum key and power supply included
This is a standard 5-piece electronic drum set that comes in a 
