This is a vintage Alesis SR16 drum machine, v1.04, from 1996 which has only seen home studio use and is in mint condition.

It comes complete with a brand new power supply and the original sound chart, quick start guide and reference manual.

Here’s what Alesis say about the SR16:The Drum Machine That Started A Music Revolution

A true studio icon. As one of the most popular drum machines ever made, the SR-16™ has been used by everyone from songwriters to live performers to remix engineers as their drum machine of choice.

Fusing 233 professional sounds, on-board digital effects for added realism, stock & user customisable patterns, complete MIDI support, performance driven connectivity options, Alesis’ exclusive Dynamic Articulation and a compact, studio-friendly footprint, SR-16 can be heard on countless records, praised for its natural realistic sound and true versatility. Taking your production to the next level of professionalism just got a whole lot easier with SR-16 – change up your workflow and redefine your expectations of a professional drum machine, your production demands it.

In-Demand Sound

SR-16 features a pro selection of 233 realistic, natural drum sounds, offered both in dry form and sampled with our incomparable digital reverbs.

Realistic Performances Guaranteed

Our exclusive Dynamic Articulation™ feature enables SR-16’s drum sound to change its tonal content as it’s played harder for truly realistic performances.

Patterns for Days!

The SR-16 features 50 preset patterns captured by top studio drummers, not just programmed and quantized. Plus, there’s enough built-in rhythmic variations (with A, B and two Fill sections) for composing complete arrangements.

The Personal Touch

Looking for more customisation? SR-16 doesn’t disappoint! You can create and save your own customised patterns and songs with space for 200 totally unique user patterns.

Tactile Control, Effortless Integration

The SR-16 also provides complete MIDI implementation, a footswitch input, flexible programming and editing features and velocity-sensitive pad buttons.

Easy-To-Use

It’s so easy to use that you’ll be up-and-running and composing new music in minutes. Whether you need a songwriting partner or an accompanist for live performance, turn to the all-time world standard in drum machines: the SR-16.

Features

• Complete MIDI support for use with keyboards, computers and electronic drum kits
• 233 professional sounds included
• Built-in digital effects for added realism
• Create and save your own customised patterns and songs

So how does it sound?

There’s lots of flexibility there with 50 preset drum kits and 50 user-editable kits.