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The DM5 Pro Kit uses real drum heads, not plastic.

The reviewer missed some points:

• This kit with Rock Band 2 makes separate sounds for cymbals and toms despite having the same color rings so the cymbals aren't just a novelty.

• You can use this kit with your computer for about $150 using the Alesis Trigger IO.

• You can use this kit standalone with no computer or game console by using drum module (around $300).
FOR THE LOVE OF GOD PEOPLE PLEASE DO YOUR HOMEWORK BEFORE POSTING THAT IT CAN'T DO SOMETHING IN ALL CAPS! Read the FAQ on their web site.

You CAN use this with a PC using one of these: http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/TriggerIO

You CAN play it standalone with one of these: http://www.midi-store.com/product.php?productid=16937

Also, the kit in the picture isn't put together right. It's supposed to curve around the player, not in a straight line.
It still won't have the TiVO interface, Season Pass, home networking, and other great TiVO features that were lost when DirecTV severed ties with TiVO.

If it's anything like the HR20 the fonts will be too small, the interface will still be clunky and confusing, it will need to be rebooted once a week, and it's all done so can squeeze every last dollar out of it by stealing Tivo's concept wihtout having to pay a license.

A Hyundai and a Ferarri are both cars that take you from one place to another. A DVR and TiVO both allow you to timeshift recordings and pause live TV. I'll still take the Ferarri and TiVO anyday.
Let the hive mind of Engadget get that for you.
"I am looking for a device that will stream sound from one source to several recipients. For example, I want to stream sound from my TV or stereo to my phone or MP3 player that has radio and Bluetooth capabilities. I have looked into radio transmitters and they seem like a decent choice, but I can't find one that uses external power (USB or from the plug) and I would want one with a transmit range of around 50 meters. Thanks!"

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