I know this is old news...

yeah I also like the sound.
Didn't even recognize it's SD2 when I heared it first

I can't find any record of this anywhere.... Why would Symphony X, of all bands, record with Jens Bogren and then use programmed drums?
 
They don't record with Jens, they record at The Dungeon aka Mikes basement, and Jens mixes. I think it's Rullo actually playing an E-kit.
 
Tbh, I wouldn't be that surprised if that was the case, especially when you hear toms (tom rolls) and snare. It sure sounds like SD2.