Yamaha DTXpress/DTXplorer/DTXtreme

First of all, I want to say thanks and that this group rocks. I had 
a problem with my rack, and I took some advice from the forum and 
bought Girbralter clamps. Now I'm back in business.

But now I have encountered another problem. The Stock cymbal pads 
are killing me! Especially the ride. I need some advice on what my 
next step should be. I noticed visu lites on some kits here. What's 
up with them? Good stuff? Where can I order them from?
Or is there a better solution? I tried real cymbals, but they are 
just too loud or don't balance out well. I gig about 5 times a 
month, so I'm slowly working out the bugs, which are many. But I 
love playing electronic drums. 

Thanks in advance.

Jon Hicks (in Japan)