by picale
Choosing the right drum set can be somewhat challenging if you don’t know what to consider. Should it be a 3-piece? 4-piece? 5? 6? With hardware? Without? This article is designed with the drum set shopper in mind, to help you determine what you truly need and don’t need in your next drum set.
First off, you should establish a maximum price you are willing to pay for your new drum set. If you are a beginner, you don’t want to spend thousands of dollars. However, something in the $300-$700 range is reasonable. For professionals, you’ll want to shop with a specific sound in mind, and as a result, price will matter. Plan on spending upwards of $1,000 for your new drum set.
How many pieces should you get? By pieces, I mean how many actual drums should be included. Beginner sets start with anywhere from 3 to 6 pieces. I recommend a 5-piece drum set that includes everything, i.e., the crash and ride cymbals, the hardware (the stands for the drums and cymbals), and the throne (the small stool that you sit on when playing the drums). Professional drummers, however, usually prefer to select their drum sets piece by piece. This allows the drummer to achieve the exact sound they are looking for, depending on the style of music they are playing.
Be sure to also pick up extra sticks because the harder you play, the more likely your sticks are to break.
Drum sets are available at all major musical instrument stores, as well as reputable online retailers such as MusiciansFriend, Sam Ash Music, Guitar Center, and 8Notes. If you choose to buy in-store, be sure to shop around to find the best price for the set you’re looking to purchase.
Do some research both online and offline. Many stores will even allow you to try the set before you buy it, so you can get a better feel for it.
Now you should have a better understanding of some factors to consider when buying a new drum set. It can be difficult at first trying to make a decision on a high-ticket item like a drum set, but after some research and narrowing down, you’ll soon be rocking out to your favorite tunes on your brand-new drum set.
Manuel Marino is a seasoned Senior Producer, Music Composer, and Artist with over a decade of experience. He specializes in branded entertainment across various mediums, including video games, films, and advertising campaigns. With 20+ years as a game music composer, Manuel has worked on numerous platforms, creating diverse orchestral soundtracks. HIRE ME