Roland MH2-12 - MESH HEAD 12"
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Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range
After popularizing the double-layer mesh head on V-Drums, Roland extends the concept with the PowerPly series, manufactured by REMO Inc, to maintain the look and feel of an acoustic drum while drastically reducing volume.
Who This Drum/Instrument Is For
For beginner to advanced drummers who want to practice silently, record in a home studio, or create a hybrid setup (acoustic plus sound triggering) without changing their shells.
Features and Innovations
The double-layer construction provides better stability: in an internal Roland test, the snare required less retensioning than a single layer, and the bass drum head showed a doubled lifespan compared to some single-layer heads.
Sound
Acoustically, the sound is greatly attenuated to limit noise pollution. With RT-30 triggers and a V-Drums module, you get a palette of sounds, playing dynamics, and expressiveness close to an electronic set, while retaining the feel of an acoustic shell.
Technical specifications
| Category | Tom |
| Head finish | Mesh |
| Shaping | Twin Ply |
| Diameter | 12 " |
| Color | White |
| Snare and toms | 8, 10, 12, 13, 14, 16 inches |
| Bass drum | 18, 20, 22 inches |
| MH2-8 | 100 g (4 oz) |
| MH2-10 | 100 g (4 oz) |
| MH2-12 | 110 g (4 oz) |
| MH2-13 | 130 g (5 oz) |
| MH2-14 | 130 g (5 oz) |
| MH2-16 | 160 g (6 oz) |
| MH2-18BD | 270 g (10 oz) |
| MH2-20BD | 300 g (11 oz) |
| MH2-22BD | 350 g (13 oz) |
Questions frequently asked
Roland MH2-12: compatible with which tom?
The 12-inch diameter corresponds to the MH2-12 model, classified in the tom category. Its white mesh finish is part of a series offered for snares and toms from 8 to 16 inches.
Does the double-ply mesh head reduce the acoustic volume?
Its double-ply construction produces a very muted acoustic sound. The sound level is thus suitable for quiet rehearsals and home studios. The double thickness also provides better tension stability.
Can this head be used with Roland RT-30 triggers?
Used with RT-30 triggers and a V-Drums module, this head allows triggering electronic sounds from an acoustic drum shell. The setup retains the feel of an acoustic drum kit while offering playable dynamics usable by the module.
What is the weight of the Roland MH2-12?
With a declared weight of 110 g (4 oz), the MH2-12 is the 12-inch version of the PowerPly series.
Does the MH2-12 require frequent retuning?
The double thickness showed a reduced need for retuning on snare drums during an internal Roland test, compared to a single-ply head. This design aims for increased stability during play.
