As someone who practices drums regularly but needs to keep the volume down, the Millenium Mesh Head has been a fantastic addition to my kit. For the price, it delivers far more than expected, both in terms of feel and durability.
Build Quality & Feel:
The mesh is tightly woven and gives a surprisingly realistic rebound, close to an acoustic drumhead. It may not be exactly like hitting a Mylar head, but for practice and electronic triggering, it’s incredibly close especially considering its affordability. The tension is adjustable, which allows you to customize the rebound and feel to your liking.
Noise Level:
These heads are very quiet. If you’re in an apartment or shared space, they’re perfect for keeping peace with your neighbors. Compared to rubber pads or traditional heads with mutes, the Millenium mesh heads are significantly quieter.
Triggering Performance:
Used with electronic drum triggers or modules (like Alesis or Roland), they track well. There’s consistent response across the head, and even rim triggering works decently depending on your setup. I had no major issues with hot spots or misfires.
Durability:
So far, the heads have held up well even under regular practice with sticks. The mesh isn’t as thick or premium-feeling as higher-end options like Roland’s or Evans’, but it still performs admirably. Some signs of stick wear may show after a few months of heavy use, but they don’t affect playability. I have no issue with being scared to hit my drum heads with force using these mesh heads.
Installation:
Fits snugly on standard acoustic drums. I’ve used them on both toms and snares without any tuning or size issues. The tensioning is simple, and the mesh stays in tune fairly well.
Conclusion:
If you’re looking for affordable mesh heads for quiet practice or building a DIY electronic drum kit, Millenium Mesh Heads are easily one of the best value-for-money options out there. While they won’t fully match the premium brands in feel or lifespan, they come surprisingly close at a fraction of the cost. A perfect starting point for drummers on a budget.
