The stocks heads are not that bad (coated), careful if you don't like overtones get some muffling (for the bass drum too) the kit is very open with its sound that's why its very nice for jazz .The hardware is alright ,the stock heads are okay and you can modify your style of music by muffling and tuning so if you want to play many genres you can go with Midtown but of course you can't take them to stage for a rock festival , rocking with your friends or some small gig yes .Excellent beginner drum set and nice back up travel kit for professionals ,lastly TAKE CARE if you are a LEFT handed drummer you cant use the cymbal arm because the rack tom will be in the way .