Alesis

Alesis Nitro Mesh Expansion Pack Drum Pad Cymbal

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Expand your Alesis Nitro Mesh Kit to a full ten-piece setup with this dual-zone mesh pad and cymbal pack.

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Overview

The Alesis Nitro Mesh Expansion Pack is purpose-built for drummers who have outgrown the standard eight-piece Nitro Mesh Kit configuration and want more voices at their fingertips. The pack adds an 8-inch dual-zone mesh drum pad and a 10-inch cymbal pad with choke functionality, bringing the total kit up to ten pieces. The mesh head on the drum pad delivers a natural stick response with reduced noise compared to rubber alternatives, and its dual-zone design lets you assign different sounds to the head and rim for more dynamic performances.

Setup is genuinely straightforward — the Nitro Mesh module has dedicated expansion ports, so you simply connect the included TRS cables, mount the pad and cymbal using the provided hardware, and start playing. The cymbal pad's choke feature adds an extra layer of realism, letting you silence the cymbal mid-ring by grabbing its edge. While the pack is strictly limited to the Nitro Mesh Kit ecosystem, it represents a cost-effective way to expand your electronic drum setup without replacing the entire kit.

Key Features

Upgrade for an Expanded Drumming Experience - Transform your Alesis Nitro Mesh Kit from an eight piece Configuration to a ten-piece electric drum kit

Feel the Difference a Mesh Electric Drum Set Makes - All-mesh drum head for the Alesis Drums Nitro Mesh Kit delivers the most responsive electronic drum kit playing experience modern drummers demand

Professional Cymbal Response - Premium cymbal pad provides a natural feel and ultra-quiet response - perfect for performing and practicing with your Alesis Electronic Drum Set

Effortless Plug and Play Connectivity with the Alesis Nitro Drum Module - No setup headaches, simply plug the drum pad and cymbal into the dedicated ports on the Nitro Mesh Kit Module and you’re set

Everything you need for effortless setup - (1) 10” cymbal pad w/choke; (1) 8” dual-zone mesh drum pad; (2) 6 ¼” TRS cables; all drum pad and cymbal mounting hardware

Specifications

Brand
Alesis
Model
Nitro Mesh Expansion Pack
Drum Pad Size
8" dual-zone mesh
Cymbal Pad Size
10" with choke
Cables Included
2 x 6¼" TRS
Mounting Hardware
Included
Compatibility
Alesis Nitro Mesh Kit

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Converts the Nitro Mesh Kit from eight pieces to ten pieces with minimal effort
  • Mesh drum head provides a quieter and more realistic rebound than rubber pads
  • Cymbal pad includes choke capability for expressive playing
  • All mounting hardware and cables are included for a true plug-and-play setup
  • Dual-zone pad allows separate head and rim triggering

👎 Cons

  • Only compatible with the Alesis Nitro Mesh Kit, not other Alesis or third-party kits
  • Limited to adding one pad and one cymbal, so further expansion requires additional purchases
  • The 8-inch mesh pad is relatively small compared to standard acoustic drum sizes

Frequently Asked Questions

The pack includes one 10-inch cymbal pad with choke, one 8-inch dual-zone mesh drum pad, two 6¼-inch TRS cables, and all necessary mounting hardware.
No, this expansion pack is designed specifically for the Alesis Nitro Mesh Kit and connects to dedicated ports on the Nitro Mesh Kit module.
Dual-zone means the pad can detect strikes on both the head and the rim separately, allowing you to trigger two different sounds from a single pad.
Yes, the included 10-inch cymbal pad supports choke, letting you grab the edge to silence it just like an acoustic cymbal.
No, the two TRS cables needed to connect both the pad and cymbal to your Nitro Mesh module are included.