The Rock Band line of video games for the Nintendo Wii system have sparked numerous companies to manufacture Wii drums and other accessories and Wii bundles designed to simulate musical instruments. The highly successful Rock Band franchise capitalizes on the popularity of other musical games such as Guitar Hero and has expanded the concept to include bass guitar, vocals and drums. Specialized controllers are necessary to play the game, while add-on accessories enhance the gaming experience and allow the player to customize and personalize his or her controllers.
While only the initial drum set is necessary to play the game, many gamers consider extra accessories as an important way to maximize the entertainment potential of their virtual kit, as well as creating a unit that is unique to their playing style and personality. In addition to a variety of styles and configurations of drums, the gamer can add on cymbal expansions and additional stand-alone drums. An enthusiastic player might consider the basic drum kit too simplistic for his or her gaming needs, and prefer to purchase something more elaborate, such as the Ion Drum Rocker Kit, manufactured for the Wii by a professional drum manufacturer. Either the basic or a more deluxe drum kit is readily enhanced by a host of current add-ons readily available both on-line and in various retail stores.
Wide assortments of personalization accessories are available as well. A variety of urethane skins allow the user to customize their drum surfaces with bright graphics. Decorative pedals of various designs are available to replace the standard kick-pedals that come factory installed on basic sets. Custom drumsticks are manufactured in a wide range of colors and materials, including LED illuminated and glow-in-the-dark varieties. Drum silencers can also be installed, resulting in a quieter surface with improved impact rebound as well as protecting the surface of the drum pad. Silencers are particularly useful for apartment or dorm-dwelling players. Silicone sleeves for pedals and replacement drum heads are also available to offset wear and tear from frequent use.
Wii drums and the many Wii accessories available for use with Wii Drum kits are designed to simulate playing real drums and give the user the feeling of being an actual performing musician. Intended to accompany the various Rock Band franchise titles, Wii Drums are an exciting and challenging way for the console gamer to enjoy the virtual rock and roll experience.
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