Alesis Nitro Pro Quickstart Guide

In this guide, we’ll show you how to register, set up, and use your Alesis Nitro Pro electronic drum kit. Follow the sections below, and make sure to check out the Nitro Pro User Guide for more information!

1. Register the Alesis Nitro Pro
2. Setup and Connections
   • Nitro Pro Bluetooth Connectivity
3. Updating the Nitro Pro Module Settings

Register the Alesis Nitro Pro

Before you set up your Nitro Pro, you must register it with Alesis. After registration, you will receive an extended warranty, access to Drumeo, a 30-day free trial of Melodics lessons, and even a free copy of the BFD virtual instrument! Follow these instructions to register your kit, then watch the videos below to learn how to redeem your bonus software.

1. Log in to your Alesis account. If you don’t have one yet, you can create one here.
2. Go to the Alesis registration page, use the Product drop-down box, and select Nitro.
3. Enter the serial number (located on the module packing box, underneath the module, and on the front page of the manual), enter the purchase date on your Sweetwater invoice, and click Register My Product.

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Setup and Connections

After you register your Alesis Nitro Pro, you can assemble and connect your kit. When you open the packaging, smaller boxes will contain each part (or parts) of the kit. Please take note of the box labels to stay organized along the way.

Here are a few tips for setting up your Nitro Pro:

• Use zip ties or cable ties to secure the cable harness to the drum rack. This makes it look cleaner and helps keep things organized.
• Set up the drum kit on a carpet or a drum rug. This will help absorb vibrations that may cause double triggering.

Nitro Pro Bluetooth Connectivity

One great feature about the Alesis Nitro Pro kit is its ability to stream audio from a mobile device to your module via Bluetooth! This means you can practice your favorite tunes wirelessly. If you’re not sure how to pair Bluetooth devices, check out our Android and iOS setup guides to learn more!

1. Enable Bluetooth on your Android or iOS device.
2. Press the module’s Bluetooth button to enter pairing mode. The Bluetooth light will begin to flash.
3. Open your mobile device’s Bluetooth settings. Locate and select Alesis Nitro Pro.
4. The Bluetooth light will then turn solid. 

Updating the Nitro Pro Module Settings

While the factory default settings are a great starting point when you first power on your Nitro Pro, you may need to adjust various settings to suit your needs.

Kit settings

When you select a preset on the Nitro Pro, you should tweak the overall settings. This includes volume, reverb, and EQ.

• To adjust the settings, press Kit until you see NUM on the module’s display. Next, use the + and – buttons to choose your kit.

Once you’ve selected your kit, press Kit to cycle through the following settings, then use the + and – buttons to adjust their values. Press Save once you’re happy with the kit’s settings.

NOTE: The reverb and EQ will affect both the selected kit and the song (if applicable).

• VOL: Kit’s volume
• REV: Reverb
• EQH: High-frequency EQ
• EQM: Mid-frequency EQ
• EQL: Low-frequency EQ

Pad Utility settings

Some drummers are heavy hitters and others play more lightly, so you should update the Nitro Pro’s pad settings to make it feel as natural as possible. To make changes to the pads, you’ll need to be in the Pad Utility settings.

1. Press Mode so that your kit is in Normal mode (indicated by the top LED), then strike the pad you want to adjust.
2. Press the Utility button repeatedly to adjust the following settings. Use the + and – buttons to change the value.
   • SEN: Pad sensitivity
   • THR: Pad threshold
   • CRO: Pad crosstalk
   • CUR: Pad velocity curve
   • R-S: Rim sensitivity
   • S–S: Hi-hat splash sensitivity. The splash effect is when you tap your foot on the pedal and immediately raise your foot.
   • LOC: Local mode
     • When Local mode is turned on, it will trigger the internal sound samples. When it’s turned off, playing your Nitro Pro will trigger sounds from a virtual instrument (like BFD) when it’s connected to your computer.
   • GM: General MIDI mode
     • When General MIDI mode is set to ON, MIDI channel 10 will use generic MIDI percussion sounds instead of the module’s sounds. When this mode is turned off, MIDI channel 10 in the module will use the internal drum sounds.
3. Once you’ve adjusted your settings, press Save. If you don’t save before you turn off the module, all pads will return to their default settings.

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