Thinking of buying the new Alesis Nitro Max e-kit? These beginner-friendly alternatives are all on sale this Cyber Monday

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Electronic drum sets from Alesis, Simmons, Yamaha, Millenium and Roland could all be ideal substitutes

Alesis Nitro Max alternative Cyber Monday deals
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We can't hide it, we're big fans of the Alesis Nitro Mesh range. It's affordable and feature-packed. What more do you want in a beginner electronic drum set? 

Alesis recently revealed the long-awaited update to its beginner-to-mid-level range with the new Nitro Max, featuring mesh heads, BFD-derived sounds, wireless connectivity and three months of Drumeo for free.

But before you hit that 'Buy Now' button, you might want to check out some of the deals on the outgoing model and Alesis stablemates. Not to mention kits from other reputable manufacturers of a similar standing.

Now, we're not going to tell you that you won't need mesh heads, wireless connectivity and other accoutrements, because quite frankly, you do. They are all features that will just improve your playing experience no end. What is worth considering is whether you value saving money over having newer features.

Some of the deals we found come bundled with software plugins, already feature mesh heads and feature wireless connectivity of some sort, so you could snap up a steal.

US deals

Alesis Nitro Mesh: was $449, now $299

Alesis Nitro Mesh: was $449, now $299
Only the black with red trim special edition variant remains and is currently on backorder.
The original Nitro Mesh is heavily reduced with the launch of the new and improved Nitro Max. If wireless connectivity and BFD-derived sounds aren't high on your list of priorities, now might be the best time to score a bargain.

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Simmons Titan 50: was $449, now $329

Simmons Titan 50: was $449, now $329
Simmons Drums are the OGs when it comes to electronic drum sets, having pioneered the industry back in the 80s. While this latest Guitar Center-owned iteration doesn't feature the iconic hexagonal pads, they are still great value mesh-head kits. The Titan 50 is probably the nearest spec and price to the Nitro Mesh Max

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Yamaha DTX452K: Was $699, now $559

Yamaha DTX452K: Was $699, now $559
When we reviewed the 452's sibling the DTX402, we praised its 'great sounds, engaging training tools for budding players and compact footprint'. The 452 boasts the same virtues and beginner-friendly price point, but adds upgraded pedals and a triple-zone snare drum.

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Alesis Command Mesh SE: was $799, now $699

Alesis Command Mesh SE: was $799, now $699
You could consider levelling up to the Command range and this special edition electronic drum set with 10" Snare, 8" Kick Tower with Pedal, 3 x 8" Toms, 10" Crash Cymbal, 10" Ride Cymbal, 10" Hi-Hats, and Command Sound Module.

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UK deals

Roland TD-02KV: was £499, now £435

Roland TD-02KV: was £499, now £435
We've recently had the TD-02KV in for review and to say that it's a fun and aspirational electronic drum kit is quite an understatement. It might lack quite a few features that you might expect on similar-priced e-kits, the Roland snare mesh head is super responsive, and the sounds are top quality with a lot of Roland heritage electronic sounds thrown in. Plus there's Bluetooth connectivity to jam along to your favourite tracks.

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Millenium MPS-850: £529 incl. €77 worth of software

Millenium MPS-850: £529 incl. €77 worth of software
The price has dropped a further £4 since Black Friday. Thomann drum and percussion brand, Millenium, are great value options and the MPS-850 is no different. Offering a real full-size hi-hat stand, large mesh heads and mesh kick drum pad, this mid-level kit is already keenly priced, but also comes bundled with XLN Audio Addictive Drums 2 Studio Rock plugin worth €77.

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Discover more unmissable deals on acoustic and electronic drums and percussion over at our Black Friday drum deals hub.

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I take care of the reviews on MusicRadar and Future Music magazine, though can sometimes be spotted in front of a camera talking little sense in the presence of real musicians. For the past 30 years, I have been unable to decide on which instrument to master, so haven't bothered. Currently, a lover of all things high-gain in the guitar stakes and never one to resist churning out sub-standard funky breaks, the likes of which you'll never hear.