alesis DM5 vs D4

[freakkguitarist]

for triggering a kick drum live. for a metal band, are there really any differences? which has better samples/is better sounding.

 

[Jackal_Strain]

I've heard that the D4 sounds better than the DM5. I've never really tried the D4 though.

 

[Kazrog]

Everyone I've talked to with experience recommends the D4. Haven't had a reason to explore this fully myself as my band has been focused on recording our album rather than playing live.

 

[Daunt]

I have the DM5. It's ok for live use. I think D4 has better samples though. What I have heard is that D4 has random latency. So it can be a bit tricky to mix it with acoustic kick because of the phase problems. DM5 doesn't have this problem.

 

[Keessi]

I have the dm5 too. Dm5 has processed samples and and the d4 hasn't. which is better, is up to you...