Alesis Nitro MAX - Three months later, should you be worried about these problems?

[@RhythmRoomMusicSchool]

Hey all, on watching this back I realise I talk about having Bluetooth or wireless functionality to connect to headphones or speakers, the reality of that would be pretty terrible as there would be a delay from hitting the pad to hearing the sounds, so it’s not really practical. A guy can dream though. 😅🤘🏻

[@seeteasea5497]

I’ve been playing for 30 years, just bought one of these kits for the sake of space saving and noise reduction so the issues with the pedal/snare stand won’t effect me as I already have my own stand/pedal that I can use and well happy that I caught your video so I can avoid the snare issue from the start!

[@TheEdgeOfChairs]

I put the snare where the module is usually mounted so it is sturdier having two leg support, it also mounts it higher since I'm tall. I then mounted the module on the arm meant for the snare and swung it outside the kit. It's a little harder to reach and see, but it's working out way better this way.

[@IansDrumsandBass]

I've had no issues with the snare, but I've noticed that some people set the kit up incorrectly by having the top toms L brackets on the inside of the rack instead of the outside. That means that the toms are closer to you, and then you have to move the snare too far along the horizontal cross piece towards you, and that's probably where the issue starts. Also if you're a hard hitter with heavy sticks that ain't gonna help either. I agree with you, students WACK drums and then you have problems, I've had no issues with my Max and it's been 3 months.

[@Imbettadenu]

Don’t worry about it if you can’t but it’d be cool making a video explaining what you mean for people setting their kit up

[@IansDrumsandBass]

@@Imbettadenu ok.

[@cuda426hemi]

@@Imbettadenu It's very simple and TOMS AREN'T THE ISSUE - I don't know why they are brought up. Basically on mounting points thumbwheels are facing down and mount point (hole) should be on outside of frame - not inside that is ALL. A mere flip or spin fixes what is a non issue.

[@glennv5582]

Thank you for this fantastic and real world review of the hardware itself. There are plenty of reviews of drum kits regarding playability and such but it was very helpful to see a thorough overview of some of the pros and cons as well as some usage tips. It seems that many of these may apply to other e-drum kits as well. Well done!

[@pauldiamondblow]

I just ordered a Nitro Max kit, and I will try using a snare stand for the snare... glad I kept my snare and stand when I sold the rest of the kit!

[@ScottDanielson-fc1ur]

I'm 68 I've been Drumming since age 5 that's as far as I can remember. Always been using bongos timbales Congas acoustic drums. I just got this Alises kit the video to set up made it simple. .

[@Teilzeitelf]

Thanks a lot for this review! I think I will buy this kit, for my first step in drumming

[@snarlingrabiddog5150]

I wish you the best. Making music and sharing it with people is a powerful thing.

[@RossD8]

Thank you. I'm new to drumming and thinking of purchasing the NITRO MAX. Your review was very helpful.

[@RhythmRoomMusicSchool]

Thanks for the comment, really glad it helped, did you go for one in the end?

[@RossD8]

@@RhythmRoomMusicSchool Yes I did. Very happy with it. I'm still making the adjustments. Have trouble hearing the hi-hat, even with phones, but that's probably just age related hearing loss. (72 yrs.). Those upper frequencies get softer and softer.....

[@SelfPropelledDestiny]

The reason bluetooth headphones have never been a thing, with any wireless instrument/in-ear monitor setups, is due to audio latency. No one wants to hear drums play after they've struck them. We are just now starting to reach 10ms "acceptable" latency for the newest Bluetooth 5.3, but it would probably be more expensive for gadgets to install. But you're right, maybe one day it will be fast enough and cheap enough...

[@Nawal.AS88]

Can you do a tutorial on how to set the best settings for the module? Like how do I activate the bell from the ride?

[@RhythmRoomMusicSchool]

Thanks for the comment, this is on the to do list!

[@deebo5041]

if you hit the ride hard enough it a activates the bell

[@richardallin7202]

Thank you for this. I've had the kit a week and I love it ...but I've already noticed a few issues. It could be my headphones, but I've noticed some of the sounds echo regardless of whether I change the reverb or not. The HH splash also isn't as intuitive as I thought it would be compared to an acoustic kit, which is obv instant.

[@astrolopitekos]

This and 66Samus reviews of e-kits were really really helpful. Thanks! Curious to know the "importance" of 3-zone vs 2-zone ride cymbals from a learning perspective.

[@RhythmRoomMusicSchool]

Thanks for the comment and I'm glad it was useful. On a 'real' cymbal you can create three distinct sounds; hitting the edge for a 'crash' sound, hitting the face for a ping sound and hitting the bell of the ride for a more cutting sound, if learning grades, this becomes useful from about grade 5, so from an intermediate/advanced level a three zone functionality starts to become useful. Hope that helps!

[@astrolopitekos]

@@RhythmRoomMusicSchool thank you so much for replying! Indeed after playing around a Nitro Max I realized I still have a lot to learn before worrying about the different cymbal sounds hehe.

[@iray2000]

Great follow up. On a real drum kit it's obvious when you're hitting rather than playing an instrument. On a real kit the people you play with will let you know when you're too loud.

[@simonedmondson8875]

I bought myself a snare stand 10-15 inch one. Works perfect. Was an issue when it was on the frame playing heavy stuff and getting into it

[@mskempri]

Thanks for this, can you share an easy way for these to fold away?

[@johnryan3374]

The module is a major upgrade. The rack is weak and flimsy. Cymbals are sub-par. The new pads are great. Overall, a decent entry level e-kit.

[@huntrut7445]

Thanks man I needed some of these pointers my buddy told me the less you know the harder you should play 😂

[@RhythmRoomMusicSchool]

Generally wise words, although not so much if you want your e-kit to last longer than a week 🤣

[@thebeginningofsorrows7500]

6 months later still going strong.

[@NoName-zi9qs]

For the snare, just buy a cheap snare stand. $25. Furniture risers can "lift" the kit. Buy audio y-splitters to access the other triggers from the toms adding piezo transducers to whatever you want to hit. You can also add low-volume cymbals with piezo transducers. A low-cost Yamaha FP-7210A pedal is a good upgrade too. This kit can really be expanded.

[@rileyxsko]

I would recommend just getting the Pro. I like my Max but I've had to replace my hihat.

[@Crash_Bang1065]

I'm thinking of adding the Alesis Nitro Max expanded to my collection, together with my Tama double bass pedal, Tama snare stand and Millenium E-hi hat, but however I am an EXTREMELY hard hitter. So I might have to learn to not hit hard?

[@jbthepianist]

Thank you. This is a really useful video.

[@Thetproject]

My bass drum pedal moves all the time any suggestion of any hack to improve the grip to the ground? I have carpet

[@robf6105]

I have the same issue. Same with the high hat control.

[@Krencik68]

Definitely buy a snare stand that snare mount leg it keeps coming loose , and if your a bigger person the whole kit seems small , I plan on buying the expansion kit and will buy another snare stand to hold it because of the compact size

[@justinsnow3979]

What you think about the titan 50 vs this?

[@jays9781]

This is much better remember Titan is a Chinese brand. It's not a real musical brand and this one is a real musical brand. I would say there are on similar price, but I would pick this over titan and I used to own a titan and I will tell you this is way better.

[@n0rtallica_878]

i like it. THe expansion-Kit just arrived today. I have some problems to connect it to my DAW, but maybe it's just a problem iwth the old USB-Cable. The new one also arrived today. I'll tet it tomorrow. For myself, i did not found a comfotable position for the sanre yet. Straight in front or to the left? I dont know. Thank you for your videos. It helped me for my decission to buy it and also to build it up.

[@elroi8542]

Straight in front is easier n better for me. I get the snare droop too. Tightening it with a impact driver works haha

[@unseenbeats5332]

Can be used for gig purpose?

[@rolliehatch3075]

I'm interested in getting an e-drum kit that both my 10 year old and I can use. I'm on the shorter side, but am interested in the Pro over the Max. Do you think a kid could practice comfortably on the Pro? If not, do you think I could practice comfortably on the Max?

[@JunPT266]

The base pedal has 2 grub screws on the bottom that "locks" the metar bar in place. They are loose from factory and often they will unscrew themselves and will not contact with the bar, causing it to start to slide and come out. Nothing that a bit of loctite can't solve.

[@GaryBromley-ol5oe]

whats the better kit to get for a beginner

[@osmanrza6107]

have you meet any problem wıth Hı hat Cymbal? mine sometımes not respond ,no sound

[@davidvierabarreras]

Hi bro! Please, can u tell if the hats have variable CC? I'm thinking of buying a separate controlled hi-hat, one of those that imitate a real hi-hat, but if it's just to have a CLOSED/OPEN it's not worth it, I would like to know if this module supports variable sound between CLOSED/OPEN like a real hi-hat... Can you help me with this? THANK YOU

[@thechaostrials1964]

Any tips on how to get it to work? I've had to return two because no sound comes out. Very frustrating.

[@RhythmRoomMusicSchool]

Hi, did you resolve this? Please note the kit does not come with internal speakers, so an amplifier or headphones is required in order to hear the kit sounds.

[@BugsVsHumans]

Hey bro does your bluetooth have light? Mine doesn’t light up even if I am using the bluetooth already, is that normal? Or should I return the module kit?

[@zomer6936]

Thanks for your vids! I already buy myself nitro max and it's pretty nice for my first e-drum kit. Right now I think about upgrade kit with fourth cymbal. Does this kit will work with three triggered cymbal from another manufacturer?

[@thiagovivaldi]

Hey! Great review! I'm thinking about buying this kit. Do you know if I can connect it to Ableton Live for recording? Thanks!

[@JEFXMUSIC]

It does, just connect USB and choose the correct Midi in on that channel. Usually "All In" will work, just arm the track.

[@irah_tv]

can i use my goxlr or my scarlett 3rd gen solo to record this kit? also what kind of wire should I need to connect it

[@fernandomedina6192]

Hi, is this Kick Pad compatible with the Tama Speed Cobra?

[@craigpattenden]

That thumbnail though

[@edgarallanbayron3924]

i have a question. there is a bell sound feature on the ride that im hitting by chance. though it doesnt say in the manual on how to trigger it. any knows about it ?

[@IansDrumsandBass]

The bell sounds with some of the rides when you hit them hard, it's meant to do that. Not all the rides have this feature.

[@rgsgauabawjdg9471]

Hey really love your channel ur videos are very helpful. I have a question though I'm not sure if you could help but I'm thinking of getting an e kit and I'm a beginner. I'm torn between getting the alesis nitro max or the millenium MPS-450. Ik there are mixed reviews about the alesis but it seems really good. Idk much about the millenium so I'm wondering if you could help and tell me which is the best to get . Thank you

[@edrumz]

get the nitro mesh instead. i love it. and i see less complains about it compared to max. I've had mine for 2 years now and everything is fine

[@cuda426hemi]

What did you get? Hopefully the Nitro Max (not old Mesh - nothing older is better) with that killer module and BFD sounds, bigger snare and bluetooth capability, the old nitro mesh can't come closewiththe cute little snare . The ability to stream Bluetooth anything into the brain is what makes this better than any older nitro Mesh kit, that and the BFD sounds . 🥁

[@rgsgauabawjdg9471]

@cuda426hemi I haven't had a chance to get a kit yet, but I'm getting the nitro max kit at least this year ! Done tons of research, and you're right much better than the mesh . Yes, the sounds are really good quality from what I've heard ! Thanks for your reply :)

[@suhas_keerthan]

Can we record audio from it

[@thebeginningofsorrows7500]

Easy.

[@elroi8542]

Is there any backwards compatibility parts with the nitro mesh. As the snare would be a good upgrade size wize. I'm guessing the model is in no way compatible.

[@nathaniel7186]

As owner of both kits, yes, they are forward and backwards compatible.

[@djchino774]

Hate how the pedals move all over even with a rug. Had to buy velcro strips. And the snare arm sucks. Went and bought a snare stand the same day cause it kept getting loose.

[@NikRakiqta]

I'm quite new to drumming but I feel like one of the points you made make no sense based on what I've heard/read. I get that hitting the pads harder will wear them out quicker but isn't that considered a good thing? I read that a lot of people who play e-drums develop a really soft playing style that doesn't translate well to the dynamics of an acoustic kit.

[@jurichcapili9302]

Bro, can we add one cymbal on this?

[@PracticaProphetica]

There's an expansion pack that adds an extra tom and an extra cymbal. They use the two extra inputs on the module.

[@michaelamato2714]

Hi, is it possible to tilt forward the snare and toms a little bit or are the connections rigid with no ability to tilt them forward like an acoustic set can? They look awkwardly flat . Thanks

[@Crash_Bang1065]

Experienced drummer here: Yes, you SHOULD tilt the toms a little bit towards you on ALL drum kits. But not the snare. If you are willing to spend some extra I would recommend the Tama HS80PW Snare Stand.

[@kendraseed7305]

Can this kit take a drummer up to Grade 8 level (or equivalent?)

[@RhythmRoomMusicSchool]

Hi, thanks for the comment, from about grade 5/6 it will lack some of the features required for the later grades.

[@jimg6743]

I'm looking to add another kick for double bass.. which add on kick pedal would you recommend? Thank you

[@MistreNeptune]

Tama iron cobra chain glide

[@wendstaaa]

I’m surprised you didn’t mention anything about the hi hat pedal!

[@radius2372]

Good video!

[@AramisCentauri]

My only issue so far is not being able to connect to BFD Player...

[@kendallcurtis7863]

You clearly really believe in the Nitro Mesh/Max system because it has been suggested to so many of your students, but if there were just ONE model from elsewhere (either Alesis or other) that you said "I don't want to rock the boat when so many students have Nitro but I kind of wish everyone had X" what would it be? Maybe a bit pricier something?

[@RhythmRoomMusicSchool]

Hi, thanks for the comment and a very interesting question, I'm currently still working through the line but my gut tells me it's probably going to be one of the Roland kits, been playing the Roland TD02-KV recently and very impressed, I would recommend subscribing to the channel if you haven't already as I'll be doing more videos on the whole Roland lineup over the coming months and comparing them with the Alesis kits.

[@kendallcurtis7863]

@@RhythmRoomMusicSchool Thx!

[@samkho4372]

After 3 days of using it, the bluetooth light won't turn on anymore 😂 I reported the issue through their support, but I was pointed out to go back where I bought the kit as they do not provide fix/support outside NORAM.😂

[@RhythmRoomMusicSchool]

Thank you for sharing your experience, what was the resolution of this?

[@oh_rhythm]

should've covered the hihat pedal

[@mrp6k490]

aww man, I just bought a second hand Nitro Mesh kit for $330 only to find out that I could've bought the Nitro Max new for a little under $500. Welp.

[@Andres-Player1]

Dang am sorry man :(

[@IansDrumsandBass]

You can always sell it for around the same price.

[@renatocampanella]

Friends, someone has the problem that with headphones they sound very quiet. I tried 3 headphones and it sounds very quiet.

[@IansDrumsandBass]

That's not right.

[@DianaGonzalez-wr2vp]

What did you do with that issue? Mine got it as well but idk if customer service is any good, also I don’t want to package the hole kit and return it just for the headphone jack

[@IansDrumsandBass]

@@DianaGonzalez-wr2vp Take just the module back. That's not right.

[@alancestors]

I had the same problem, two days later I found I had been using the audio out sockets! the headphone socket is on the left side

[@davidmathews9633]

Can set up for left hand?

[@Ronniejamesleo]

Yeah just move the hh and module to the other side and the floor tom to the left.

[@KG-xf9ew]

Don't abuse the kit.....no problems.

[@Ds-iv2tz]

As long as you don't beat on them like your Tommy Lee they should last.

[@mtpstv94]

I don't care who is making them, the harder pads are garbage on any set. It doesn't feel natural at all and makes an incredibly annoying sound. Might as well hit a rock. I'm sure the mesh feels a lot better.

[@Slipshodpandora]

I've been playing on the Nitro mesh kit and the Nitro mesh kit is way better than the max kit you cannot do Rim shots on the toms like you can on the Nitro mesh kit so I think the the max kit is terrible Alesis Nitro mesh kit is way better thank you

[@frottery]

decent sounds? lol compared to what

[@AjivJabar]

Mine fell apart absolute piece of garbage. my band is a nirvana cover band and this kit did not last long do notttt buy this kit if you are a heavy hitter or can't handle disappointment waste of money and the quality of the kit is awful

[@arthurmorgan410]

Bro it’s a small electric drum, why the hell would you hit it so hard especially in a frickin nirvana cover🤦

[@JayBruceWorld]

Why would you get electric drums for a nirvana cover band?

[@AjivJabar]

@@JayBruceWorld cheap

[@Ronniejamesleo]

Need to learn how to play I guess. I bought this kit for practice and I play heavier stuff than nirvana. We're talking Exodus or slipknot. It holds up well for me. Ofc it's not anything like my Yamaha acoustic kit but setup time is where it's at. It takes me about an hour to tear down that kit and my van is packed full. Not with this kit.

[@thebrilliantjoseph3761]

Bro this is for begginer its a budget one

[@Z1atk0]

3:03 This is intentional, see /watch?v=h4O65CLP6d4&t=770s ☝ 🤓 😉