Roland MH2-18BD - MESH HEAD 18" FOR BASS DRUM
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Essential Information About Roland PowerPly Mesh Heads (MH2)
Essential Information About Roland PowerPly Mesh Heads (MH2)
- High-resistance double layer for natural rebound and reliable tension retention
- Ultra-quiet play, ideal for practicing at home on an acoustic drum set
- Compatible with Roland RT-30 acoustic drum triggers to control a V-Drums module
- Wide range of sizes from 8 to 22 inches, for toms, snare, and bass drum
Manufacturer Information
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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 | Bass drum | Diameter | 18 " |
| Head finish | Mesh | Color | White |
| Shaping | Twin Ply | ||
| Snare and toms | 8, 10, 12, 13, 14, 16 inches | MH2-14 | 130 g (5 oz) |
| Bass drum | 18, 20, 22 inches | MH2-16 | 160 g (6 oz) |
| MH2-8 | 100 g (4 oz) | MH2-18BD | 270 g (10 oz) |
| MH2-10 | 100 g (4 oz) | MH2-20BD | 300 g (11 oz) |
| MH2-12 | 110 g (4 oz) | MH2-22BD | 350 g (13 oz) |
| MH2-13 | 130 g (5 oz) | ||
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Roland MH2-18BD suitable for an 18-inch bass drum?
This mesh head is designed for an 18-inch bass drum. Its white finish and double-ply construction are intended for this diameter.
Does this mesh head significantly reduce the bass drum volume?
The mesh surface greatly dampens the acoustic sound to limit noise during rehearsals. The feel and appearance of an acoustic drum shell are preserved.
Can the MH2-18BD be used with a trigger and a Roland V-Drums module?
Using RT-30 triggers with a V-Drums module enables electronic sound triggering. This hybrid setup preserves the acoustic shell while providing a range of sounds and playing dynamics.
What is the construction of the 18-inch Roland PowerPly bass drum head?
The MH2-18BD uses a double-ply mesh construction. This design offers increased stability and a lifespan claimed to be twice that of some single-ply mesh heads.
What is the weight of the Roland MH2-18BD head?
The indicated weight for the MH2-18BD is 270 g, or 10 oz.
