Alesis Nitro Mesh Kit Review

The Alesis Nitro Mesh kit is a fantastic introduction to the world of drumming for any beginner. Alesis has stepped up their game enormously over the past decade, and the Nitro Mesh Kit is a reflection of the company’s work and innovation.

This is an affordable electronic drum set, but with that in mind, you can expect to get a lot for your money. The package includes everything you need to begin playing right away (bar a drum throne), and the set comes complete with authentic mesh drumheads that mimic a real drum set.

The Alesis Nitro Mesh kit is a lot of fun to play. It’s ultra-compact and it takes up a small footprint, which means it’s perfect not only for beginner drummers but also experienced players who want a space-saving practice kit.

Without further ado, let’s dive right into the details about what exactly makes this electronic drum set the best in its class!

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Contents

Alesis Nitro Mesh Electronic Drum Set Ratings

Sounds

3

3/5

Drum Module

3.5

3.5/5

Build Quality

4

4/5

Playability

4.5

4.5/5

Value

5

5/5

Sounds

The Alesis Nitro Mesh kit is one of the most affordable electronic drum sets around. The sounds are not awful, but they’re not amazing either. But they are good considering what you pay for. If you want premium quality sounds, you can expect to pay significantly more.

The good news is that the Alesis Nitro Mesh kit comes complete with a huge 40 complete drum sets included, both vintage and modern kits. You can also tweak and edit these sounds.

In total there is a fantastic variety of over 385 individual drum, cymbal and percussion sounds to play.

The sounds are all smooth and pretty realistic. They’re not going to blow you away, but the sounds are more than acceptable for any beginner.

It’s worth noting that over the years, technological advancements have improved the quality of electronic drum sets enormously. The sounds, functionality and realism of modern electronic sets such as the Alesis Nitro Mesh kit are far superior to older models.

Drum Module

The drum module is an important component of an electronic drum set. It is what generates the sounds you hear and determines the accuracy of the playing response.

The Alesis Nitro Mesh drum module is impressive with its huge array of onboard sounds and lightning-fast playing response. The triggering is accurate and picks up different dynamics whilst you play.

This means that it effectively mimics what it’s like to play on a real drum set, and therefore translates to more fun and a more enjoyable drumming experience!

The Alesis Nitro Mesh kit drum module is intuitive and easy to use. The backlit LCD screen is simple to use and makes navigating the sounds and functions a breeze.

There is also an impressive range of on-board features including 60 play along music tracks and an on-board metronome to develop your timekeeping.

Additionally, there is a stereo aux input that lets you plug in your own audio to play along to, as well as stereo outs to connect to a PA system or drum amplifier.

Last but not least the Alesis Nitro Mesh module takes advantage of both USB and MIDI connectivity that makes it suitable for use with computers and mobile devices for drum recording.

Build Quality

The Alesis Nitro Mesh kit boasts an impressive build quality for an entry-level drum set. The design is awesome, and it certainly looks pro quality. The pads, module and rack are all robust and offer a premium feel.

Included with the Alesis Nitro Mesh kit you receive everything you need to play besides a drum throne. This means the package also includes a hi-hat pedal and a kick drum tower, as well as a smooth operating single bass drum pedal.

Mounting all the components is a 4-post aluminum rack that is very stable and looks great aesthetically. All of the drum set parts can be positioned easily and there is a lot of flexibility for adjustments.

The Alesis Nitro Mesh kit is very easy to set up and the cabling is easy to install into each part of the drum set and module. The mesh heads are good quality and feel great to play on, which we’ll look at in more detail next.

Overall I’m certainly impressed with the build quality of the Alesis Nitro. It surpasses anything else in its price range and the drum set really holds up well, even for heavier hitters.

Everything is built to be solid and durable. Plus whilst you play the drum set and pedals stay firmly put, without any wobble or creep.

Playability

The Alesis Nitro Mesh kit is a pure joy to play. The sounds are expressive, and the mesh heads offer a lively and realistic rebound. The triggering is also responsive and accurate, which means it picks up all of your dynamic playing.

All together it makes for a really enjoyable playing experience, and especially considering how affordable this drum set it, it’s a seriously worthwhile investment. Everything included is substantial and high quality.

The Alesis Nitro Mesh comes equipped with mesh heads throughout that is a huge bonus for a drum set of this price. Mesh heads are preferable to the traditional rubber heads found on E-kits. These woven mesh heads are far quieter, plus feel much better to play on.

The included kick pedal and hi-hat pedals are smooth and feel high quality. The kick drum tower is also a mesh pad, and mimics a solid and punchy kick drum feel.

Value

The best part of the Alesis Nitro Mesh kit is the price. It is hands down the best value for money electronic drum set out there. It really is unbelievable what you get at such an affordable price!

Mesh drum heads have traditionally been reserved only for pro-level electronic drum kits. But Alesis has helped to transform the drumming world, by bringing mesh heads as well as other pro features to budget-minded drummers.

Whilst the Alesis Nitro Mesh kit is without a doubt one of the most affordable electronic drum kits, it’s perfect for beginners as well as drummers of all ability levels.

Verdict

The Alesis Nitro Mesh kit does not disappoint. The pads feel durable and well made, and the frame is supportive. It’s quick to set up and it’s ultra-compact; which makes it not only ideal for beginner drummers, but also as a secondary practice kit for advanced players.

The package includes everything you need to begin playing including a custom-designed kick pedal and hi-hat pedal that perform well. The mesh heads are quiet and realistic.

Ultimately this is an awesome electronic drum set. The sounds are not the best, but there is an impressive range of drum kit sounds to choose from. The Nitro module is accurate and responsive, aiding to the enjoyable playing experience the kit has to offer.