This kit is sturdy, compact (fit's in the boot of my little Fiat) and fantastic value. Due to the bass and toms being half depth it is ideal for anyone with limited space, dispite being small it is still sturdy. Included are mesh heads for near silent practice and a set of conventional heads if you want some volume to your playing, you also get a descent snare, Hi Hat stand & straight cymbal stand. Pearl very good enough to supply a pair of 13" Hi Hats and a Ride cymbal, which is great as the plastic 'cymbals' are as awful as they are useless. Pearl do supply some adhesive pads to put on the live cymbals so you can still use real cymbals and have near silent practice. To summarise the Pearl Rythum Traveller is a great little kit sounds great, great alternative for someone needing some silent practice but also want's the option of a live kit. For the price there's all the basics included, everything for a beginner to get started with or an intermediate player who has limited space or needs to keep the neighbours happy. I would recommend this kit over an electric to anyone needing silent practice, the mesh heds give a more realistic feel unlike the rubber pads found on the electric kits and you have the option of swapping the heads to create a live kit if you want to jam or even gig.