Best acoustic drum sets

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Steve Romanoski
Last Updated: Sep 23, 2022

The www.playersbenchmusic.com editors have carefully selected the top 50 acoustic drum sets out there. Below you'll find our detailed reviews of the best options from COLUBER CABLE, MOTU, CAHAYA, lotmusic.

At a Glance: Our Top Picks

Roland TD-50KV2 V-Drums Electronic Drum Set
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Roland TD-50KV2 V-Drums Electronic Drum Set
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Roland VAD706GE V-Drums Acoustic Design Electronic Drum Set w/ 10" & 12" Toms
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Roland VAD706GE V-Drums Acoustic Design Electronic Drum Set w/ 10" & 12" Toms
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Roland V Streamlined Acoustic-Style Electronic Drum Kit
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Roland V Streamlined Acoustic-Style Electronic Drum Kit
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Top 50 Best acoustic drum sets Reviews 2022

#TOP 1

Roland TD-50KV2 V-Drums Electronic Drum Set

Roland

Features

  • Drum Sound Module (TD-50X) - Snare Drum (PD-140DS) - 2x Tom1 and Tom2 Drums (PD-108-BC) - 2x Tom3 and Tom4 Drums (PD-128-BC) - Hi-Hat Cymbal (VH-14D) - 2x Crash1 and Crash2 Cymbals (CY-16R-T) - Ride Cymbal (CY-18DR) - Kick Drum Pad (KD-180) - Drum Stand (MDS-STG2) - MDH-STG2 - Connection Cable (Tom4) - Setup Guide - Roland 1 Year Limited Warranty
  • Two PD-108-BC rack tom pads and two PD-128-BC floor tom pads
  • 14-inch PD-140DS digital snare, 18-inch CY-18DR digital ride cymbal, and newly developed 14-inch VH-14D digital hi-hat, all with high-res, multi-sensor triggering for unmatched performance
  • Next-generation TD-50X sound module with Prismatic Sound Modeling and PureAcoustic Ambience technologies
  • Flagship electronic drum kit with Roland's most advanced V-Drums innovations
#TOP 2

Roland VAD706GE V-Drums Acoustic Design Electronic Drum Set w/ 10" & 12" Toms

Roland

Features

  • 14-inch PD-140DS digital snare, 18-inch CY-18DR digital ride cymbal, and newly developed 14-inch VH-14D digital hi-hat, all with high-res, multi-sensor triggering for unmatched performance
  • 10-inch PDA100 and 12-inch PDA120 rack toms, 14-inch PDA140F floor tom, and new 22-inch KD-222 kick; Two 16-inch CY-16C-T crash cymbal pads, which feature a 40-percent thinner design than previous V-Cymbals for greater flex and swing
  • Five-piece V-Drums Acoustic Design kit with full-size wood shells and double-braced chrome stands
  • Over 900 sounds on board, including many new kick, snare, hi-hat, tom, and cymbal selections
  • Flagship TD-50X sound module with next-generation Prismatic Sound Modeling and PureAcoustic Ambience technologies
#TOP 3

Roland V Streamlined Acoustic-Style Electronic Drum Kit

Roland

Features

  • TD-07 module with 25 preset kits, 25 user kits, and 143 instruments
  • 1 x PDA100L-BK 10-inch rack tom pad and 1 x PDA120L-BK 12-inch floor tom pad with independent head and rim zones for assigning different sounds
  • PDA120LS-BK 12-inch snare pad, with independent head and rim zones for assigning different sounds, mounts on a conventional snare drum stand
  • V-Edit, EQ, ambience, and 30 multi-effects offer deep editing tools to create your perfect drum kit sounds
  • Chrome-finished, double-braced cymbal and cymbal/tom combination stands feature durable ball clamps to easily adjust pad heights and angles, with secure and sturdy mounting
  • Advanced built-in metronome with the ability to adjust time signature, note value, and click tone
  • Snare and tom pads with Roland’s legendary double-ply, tension-adjustable mesh drumheads
  • 18-inch KD-180L-BK kick drum with trigger pad mounted to a drumhead provides positive beater resistance, rebound, and real feel
  • Integrated Bluetooth lets you wirelessly stream sound from phones, tablets, and other Bluetooth devices and send MIDI data to music apps
  • 40 free lessons with Melodics, an interactive drum tuition app for PC/Mac computers and iPad
#TOP 4

Ludwig Element Evolution LCEE220 5-piece Complete Drum Set

Ludwig

Features

  • Hardware - Black Sparkle
  • 10" 12" Rack Toms
  • 5-piece Drum Set with 22" Kick
  • 14" Snare Drum
  • 16" Flo Tom
#TOP 5

Ludwig Accent Drive 5-Piece Complete Drum Set

Ludwig

Features

#TOP 6

Pearl Roadshow Drum Set 5-Piece Complete Kit

Pearl

Features

  • Double Braced Stands- Each stand is height adjustable with die-cast tier joints, and all tilters lock to practically any position you adjust them to. Includes snare stand, cymbal stand, hi-hat stand, dual chain bass drum pedal, drum throne
  • Includes cymbals and sticks - Roadshow comes complete with a 16" Brass Crash/Ride Cymbal, and a set of 14" Hybrid Hi-Hats. 2 pair of maple drum sticks, stickbag and a Pearl Drum poster
  • Hardwood Drum Shells and Triple Flanged Steel Hoops-6-ply 7mm Poplar hardwood shell and a hand cut 45 degree bearing edge. This creates a single air resonance chamber to project a note when the drum head is struck, and makes the head eaiser to tune
  • Complete Drum Set -The Pearl Roadshow drum kit comes complete with everything you need to start drumming right out of the box. This set comes with drums, hardware, cymbals, and drum throne. We even throw in sticks and a stick bag to complete the set
  • Set Includes-22x16 bass drum, 14x5.5 snare, 10x8 & 12x9 rack toms, 16x16 floor tom, cymbal stand, Hi-hat stand, snare stand, Two rack tom holder, kick pedal, drum throne, 16" crash/ride cymbal, 14" Hi-hats, 2pair of maple drumsticks, and stick bag
#TOP 7

Ludwig Drum Set (LC178X0)

Ludwig

Features

  • Designed for ages 4 through 10 years old
  • Plus an exclusive online easy to follow 6 part Lesson plan
  • Portable
  • Includes: Bass drum: 16", Tom: 10", floor Tom: 13", snare drum: 12", foot pedal, hi Hat stand, cymbal arm, snare stand, drum sticks, drum key, hi hat cymbals, crash/ride cymbal
#TOP 8

Yamaha Stage Custom Birch 5pc Drum Shell Pack

Yamaha

Features

  • Included Drums: 20x17 kick, 10x7 rack tom, 12x8 rack tom, 14x13 floor tom, 14x5.5 snare
  • No cymbals, stands, or kick pedal, or throne included
  • 45-Degree bearing edges and Absolute-style lugs
  • Included Hardware: TH-945B 3-hole receiver with (2) YESS tom mounts, (3) floor tom legs
  • 100% birch drum shells with air seal system
#TOP 9

Yamaha Stage Custom Birch 5pc Drum Shell Pack

Yamaha

Features

  • 100% birch drum shells with air seal system
  • No cymbals, stands, or kick pedal, or throne included
  • 45-Degree bearing edges and Absolute-style lugs
  • Included Drums: 22x17 kick, 10x7 rack tom, 12x8 rack tom, 16x15 floor tom, 14x5.5 snare
  • Included Hardware: TH-945B 3-hole receiver with (2) YESS tom mounts, (3) floor tom legs
#TOP 10

Gretsch Drums Catalina Maple CM1-E605-WG 5-Piece Drum Shell Pack

Gretsch Drums

Features

  • New tom holder design with cymbal holder & New low-profile Grestch tom bracket
  • Gretsch-formula 7-ply maple shells, round Catalina Maple badge & Remo drumheads
  • 2.3mm triple-flanged hoops, 30-degree bearing edge
  • 16x20" Bass Drum, 7x10" & 8x12" Rack Toms, 14x14" Floor Tom, 5.5x14" Snare Drum
  • New Gretsch bass drum mount plate & Bass drum claw with gasket
#TOP 11

Ludwig Accent Drive Red Sparkle 5-Piece Drum Set

Ludwig

Features

  • Complete with Cymbals (13" Hi-Hats and 16" Crash/Ride)
  • Also includes 200 Series hardware: drum throne, double-braced cymbal stand, double-braced hi-hat stand, double-braced snare stand, improved chain-drive kick pedal.
  • Red Foil Finish
  • Accent Series Complete Drum Package
  • Includes 16x22 bass drum, 6.5x14 snare drum, 9x12 mounted tom, 8x10 mounted tom and 16x16 floor tom
#TOP 12

Alesis Drums Command Mesh Kit

Alesis

Features

  • Feel The Difference Mesh Drums Make – All mesh electronic drum kit heads deliver the most realistic, responsive and immersive playing experience drummers demand
  • Feature Packed - Sequencer to record your own drum performance; Aux input for jamming to your favorite tracks. Record and control MIDI using on-board USB / MIDI ins and outs
  • Premium Drumset Feel, Natural Response - 8” mesh kick drum tower with kick drum pedal (included), 10” dual-zone mesh snare and three 8” dual-zone mesh tom pads
  • Pro Cymbal Performance - (3) 10” cymbals: hi-hat, ride cymbal w/ choke, crash w/ choke
  • Interactive Drum Set Lessons Included - 60 Free Virtual Lessons from Melodics to hone your skills for any genre or technique you want to master
  • In-Demand Sound - Command Drum Module with 70 kits, 60 play-along tracks, 600+ Electronic / Acoustic Drum Set Sounds and custom sample loading via USB
#TOP 13

Alesis Drums Nitro Mesh Kit

Alesis

Features

  • Premium Eight-Piece Drumset - 8 Inch dual-zone snare pad, (3) 8 Inch tom drums and (3) 10 Inch cymbals: ride cymbal, hi-hat, crash w/choke
  • Everything You Need - 4-post aluminium rack, connection cables, drum sticks, drum key and power supply included
  • Feel The Difference Mesh Makes – All mesh electronic drum Kit heads deliver the most realistic, responsive and immersive playing experience drummers demand
  • In-Demand Sound - Nitro Drum Module with 40 ready-to-play classic and modern drumkits, 60 play-along tracks and 350 plus expertly curated Acoustic / Electric drumset sounds
  • Powerful Educational Features - 60 built-in play-along tracks, sequencer, metronome, Aux input and performance recorder help to hone and develop your drum skills
  • Interactive Drum Set Lessons Included - 60 Free Virtual Lessons from Melodics to hone your skills for any genre or technique you want to master
#TOP 14

Ashthorpe 5-Piece Complete Full Size Adult Drum Set

Ashthorpe

Features

  • Genuine Remo heads: Each drum in this set features prestigious Remo brand UT-series batter heads (top side of drum). Remo is the world's largest drumhead company and their products combine industry excellence with classic sound qualities, perfect for any aspiring drummer.
  • Stage-worthy appearance: Available in several finishes to suit any preference, each set features top-quality hardware and accents for a sleek look.
  • Professional set: Ideal for all adult musicians, beginner to advanced, this full-size set provides everything needed for playing and perfecting practice, including a 22" x 16" eight-lug bass drum, 16" x 16" floor tom, 13" x 10" and 12" x 9" mounted toms, 14" x 6" snare with wires, 14" hi-hat cymbals, 16" crash/ride cymbal, all stands, padded throne (stool), drumsticks, hardware, chain-driven pedals, and drum adjustment key.
  • Some assembly required: Detailed, easy-to-read instructions for frustration-free setup.
  • Top components for rich sound: This deluxe set is crafted utilizing the highest quality materials, such as genuine Poplar hardwood shells, upgraded heads, and triple flanged hoops, all chosen for their ability to maximize frequency response and resonance for the ultimate acoustic experience.
#TOP 15

Roland TD-17KVX Electronic Drum Set Bundle

Roland

Features

  • Two crash cymbals and expansion possibilities support your individual playing style and performance
  • Customize the preset drum kits to match your preferred drum sound
  • Natural, rich and dynamic drum sounds, inherited from flagship TD-50 sound engine
  • VH-10 Hi-hat cymbal with natural motion and open/close detection helps learn hi-hat control
  • Learn expressive foot control and pedal technique with the KD-10 Kick pad
#TOP 16

SoundOff by Evans Full Box Set

Evans

Features

  • A great gift for any drummer; practice at home without having to worry about volume control
  • Adjustable bass mute fits 18" to 26" bass drums
  • All SoundOff by Evans drum mutes are designed, engineered, and manufactured to the most stringent quality control standards in the industry
  • Realistic cymbal and hi-hat rebound
  • Drum mutes for fusion-sized kits; 10,12,14,14(snare) plus bass and cymbal mutes
#TOP 17

Mendini By Cecilio Kids Drum Set

Mendini

Features

  • High Quality: The drum sets for kids ages 6+ not only looks shiny, vibrant and glittery, but these kids drums are durably made
  • Great Kids Drum Sets: The 5-piece junior drum set is an 'all-in-one' fully functional drum kit designed specifically for entry level drummers. It has everything you need to get set up and playing in no time
  • Accessories: In addition to the full set, this kit comes with a pair of wooden drumsticks so the playing can start right after setup. It also includes a round padded drum stool with adjustable height
  • Drum Set Includes: This kid drum set comes with 1 bass drum (8”x13”, 4 lugs, bass drum foot pedal), 1 mounted tom drum (6”x8”, 4 lugs), 1 mounted snare drum (4”x10”, 4 lugs) and 1 cymbal (8” with cymbal arm)
  • Easy Assembly: To avoid any damage to these well-crafted instruments during shipping, our drums for kids will arrive unassembled, but the assembly is very simple. Easy-to-follow instructions are included
#TOP 18

Pearl EXX725S/C 5-Piece Export New Fusion Drum Set

Pearl

Features

  • Matching snare, REMO snare batter side head
  • Item may ship in more than one box and may arrive separately
  • (22x18, 10x7, 12x8, 16x16, 14x5.5)
  • P930 Demonator Pedal
  • Lifetime Warranty
  • All New 830 Hardware
#TOP 19

Pearl Roadshow Drum Set 5-Piece Complete Kit

Pearl

Features

  • Set Includes-22x16 bass drum, 14x5.5 snare, 10x8 & 12x9 rack toms, 16x16 floor tom, cymbal stand, Hi-hat stand, snare stand, Two rack tom holder, kick pedal, drum throne, 16" crash/ride cymbal, 14" Hi-hats, 2pair of maple drumsticks, and stick bag
  • Double Braced Stands- Each stand is height adjustable with die-cast tier joints, and all tilters lock to practically any position you adjust them to. Includes snare stand, cymbal stand, hi-hat stand, dual chain bass drum pedal, drum throne
  • Complete Drum Set -The Pearl Roadshow drum kit comes complete with everything you need to start drumming right out of the box. This set comes with drums, hardware, cymbals, and drum throne. We even throw in sticks and a stick bag to complete the set
  • Hardwood Drum Shells and Triple Flanged Steel Hoops-6-ply 7mm Poplar hardwood shell and a hand cut 45 degree bearing edge. This creates a single air resonance chamber to project a note when the drum head is struck, and makes the head eaiser to tune
  • Includes cymbals and sticks - Roadshow comes complete with a 16" Brass Crash/Ride Cymbal, and a set of 14" Hybrid Hi-Hats. 2 pair of maple drum sticks, stickbag and a Pearl Drum poster
#TOP 20

Roland TD-1DMK Dual-Mesh Kit Entry-Level V-Drums Set

Roland

Features

  • 15 preset drum kits with authentic, expressive drum sounds for accurate and true-to-life drumming
  • Dual-ply mesh heads with tension adjustability for a quiet and realistic drumming experience
  • 256 notes of polyphony
  • Size (Including sound module, kick pad, kick pedal and drum throne): 47-1/4" W x 43-5/16" D x 47-1/4" H | Weight: 17.8 kg
  • Built-in metronome with adjustable tempo and timing settings to help improve timing
  • Kit includes Kick, Snare, Hi-hat, Hi-hat control pedal, Tom x 3, Crash, Ride, Drum stand. Other accessories such as kick pedal and personal drum monitor are sold separately.
#TOP 21

Roland TD-27KV V-Drums Electronic Drum Set

Roland

Features

  • Large-diameter pads and cymbals provide an acoustic-like playing experience
  • TD-27 sound module with advanced Prismatic Sound Modeling derived from the flagship TD-50
  • TD-27KV V-Drum Pads and Sound Module - PD-140DS V-Pad Digital Snare - 3x PDX-100 V-Pad 10" - VH-10 V-Drum Hi-Hat - CY-12C V-Cymbal Crash - CY-13R V-Cymbal Ride - CY-18DR V-Cymbal Digital Ride - KD-10 Kick Pad - TD-27 Drum Sound Module - 2x Sound Module Mount - 2x AC Adapter - 2x Special Connection Cable - 2x Connection Cable for Crash2 - 2x Drum Key - MDS-STD2 Rack - TD-27 Sound Module with Bluetooth - MDS-STD2 Drum Stand - (Pedals & Hi-Hat Stands Not Included) - Roland 1 Year Limited
  • Mid-size V-Drums kit with flagship-class sound
  • 14" digital snare and 18" ride cymbal with high-resolution, multi-sensor triggering for unparalleled dynamics and accurate positional detection
#TOP 22

Roland TD-07KV Electronic V-Drums Kit – Legendary Dual-Ply All Mesh Head kit

Roland

Features

  • V-Edit, EQ, ambience, and 30 multi-effects offer deep editing tools to create your perfect drum kit sounds.
  • Includes 40 FREE Lessons from Melodics.
  • The TD-07KV also lets you explore creative opportunities that go far beyond any acoustic kit, with deep editing tools to craft custom sounds, onboard Bluetooth to play along with music tracks and lessons, USB to connect with computer recording software, and much more.
  • Roland’s original ultra-quiet, double-ply mesh heads feature across the snare and tom pads, while large crash and ride pads and a dedicated kick pad with realistic, satisfying pedal feel round out the kit.
  • 10-inch hi-hat cymbals and integrated foot pedal, with fine incremental control between open and closed positions.
  • TD-07 module with 25 preset kits, 25 user kits, and 143 instruments
  • One PDX-8 8-inch snare pad with independent head and rim zones for assigning different sounds and three PDX-6A 6-inch single-zone tom pads.
  • Conveniently compact and ideal for drumming at home, the TD-07KV V-Drums kit delivers the superior expression and playability of high-end V-Drums in a budget-friendly package.
  • CY-8 12-inch crash and ride cymbals with choke support.
  • KD-10 kick pad offers realistic rebound and beater feel while minimizing noise and vibration
#TOP 23

Drum Set Eastar 22 inch

Eastar

Features

  • GET JUNIOR DRUM SETS BY EASY ASSEMBLE - Content 22 "x 16" Bass drum x 1, 12 "x 8" Mounted tom x 1, 10 "x 7" Mounted tom x 1, 14 "x 5.5" Mounted snare (With Stand) x 1, 16inch x 16inch floor drum x 1, 14inch Hi-Hat Cymbal (With Stand) x 1, 16inch Straight Cymbal (with stand) x 1,7A wooden drum sticks x 2. Bass Pedal x1,Round padded adjustable drum throne x 1,.Easy to read set up instructions x 1.
  • PREMIUM DRUM HEAD: Made from superior different thickness and resonance surface to shape excellent sound- Bass drum head tension is larger than similar products, and the drum skin vibration is better. The snare drum with a high-grade white matte head has a particularly good sound that comparable to the midrange snare drum since the drum section has a slope. Due to transportation reasons, wrinkles are normal when the drum skin is received, and the wrinkles disappear after installation.
  • RELIABLE BRAND & CUSTOMER SERVICES - Being a professional musical instruments supplier for over 10 years, we offer a 12-Month Product Warranty for Eastar drum set. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us and we will be more than happy to help.
  • SUPER VALUE FULL-SIZE DRUM SET: Eastar EDS-485B 5 adult drum set involves drum body, stand, drum throne, cymbal, drumsticks, suitable for beginning and intermediate drum enthusiasts, drums with horizontal stripes of poplar, high strength, even vibration, sound Loud.
  • STURDY COMPONENTS & BEARING CAPACITY - The bass drum of this adult drum kit adopts 8 drum lug structure, which ring is made of iron and the other parts are made of electroplated material. The hi-hat adopts a single-leg electroplated stand, which is durable and stylish. The drum base adopts a double-plate structure to provide excellent load-bearing capacity up to 330 lbs.
#TOP 24

PDP By DW 7-Piece Concept Maple Shell Pack

PDP BY DW

Features

  • Dual-Turret Lug, True-Pitch Tension Rods and Die-Cast Claw Hooks
  • Stands and Cymbals Not Included
  • MAG Throw-Off and Fully Chromed Snare Wires w/ Carbon Steel Coils and Brass End Plates
  • 7-ply Tom/Kick Shells and 10-ply Snare Shells
  • Graduated Counter Hoops
#TOP 25

Pearl Roadshow Drum Set 5-Piece Complete Kit

Pearl

Features

  • Double Braced Stands- Each stand is height adjustable with die-cast tier joints, and all tilters lock to practically any position you adjust them to. Includes snare stand, cymbal stand, hi-hat stand, dual chain bass drum pedal, drum throne
  • Hardwood Drum Shells and Triple Flanged Steel Hoops-6-ply 7mm Poplar hardwood shell and a hand cut 45 degree bearing edge. This creates a single air resonance chamber to project a note when the drum head is struck, and makes the head eaiser to tune
  • Set Includes-22x16 bass drum, 14x5.5 snare, 10x8 & 12x9 rack toms, 16x16 floor tom, cymbal stand, Hi-hat stand, snare stand, Two rack tom holder, kick pedal, drum throne, 16" crash/ride cymbal, 14" Hi-hats, 2pair of maple drumsticks, and stick bag
  • Complete Drum Set -The Pearl Roadshow drum kit comes complete with everything you need to start drumming right out of the box. This set comes with drums, hardware, cymbals, and drum throne. We even throw in sticks and a stick bag to complete the set
  • Includes cymbals and sticks - Roadshow comes complete with a 16" Brass Crash/Ride Cymbal, and a set of 14" Hybrid Hi-Hats. 2 pair of maple drum sticks, stickbag and a Pearl Drum poster
#TOP 26

Roland TD-1K Entry-level Electronic V-Drum Set

Roland

Features

  • Three mesh-head tom pads: two PDX-6 6. 5-inch pads for rack toms and one PDX-8 8-inch pad for floor tom
  • Advanced Supernatural sound engine based on the flagship TD-30
  • Sound quality and expressiveness equivalent to the top-of-the-line V-Drums
  • PDX-100 10-inch mesh-head snare pad with support for positional sensing and rim shot/cross stick playing
  • Simple, logical interface for easily swapping and customizing each drum and cymbal in a kit
#TOP 27

ddrum HYBRID5PLAYER 5PC Player Drum Kit

ddrum

Features

  • With their superb tracking ability, ddrum triggers set a new standard of trigger mechanics. Pro Series Triggers are internally mounted into the Hybrid. 
  • A fully functional acoustic drum set that has been augmented with our industry-standard Acoustic Pro triggers.
  • Designs based on input from professional players such as Vinnie Paul, Andy Selway, and many more.
  • They provide a wide dynamic range, easily replaceable transducers, rugged metal construction and increased sensitivity for accurate response.
#TOP 28

Alesis CompactKit 4 – Tabletop Electric Drum Set

Alesis

Features

  • Authentic Drum Kit Response – 4 velocity-sensitive electric drum pads ensure to capture every subtle nuance of your performance
  • Drum Anywhere – Power via included AC adapter or 6 C-cell batteries so you can keep drumming wherever you go
  • Powerful, Fun Educational Features – Drum coach feature shows notes on LCD screen and instructs for an intuitive learning experience; game function makes playing and learning drums fun
  • In-Demand Sound - 70 electronic / acoustic drum kit voices, 10 effect voices built in and 50 play-along songs to develop your drum skills
  • All-In-One Drum Set – Ultra-portable 4-pad electronic drum kit with built in speaker and dedicated headphone output for private practice
#TOP 29

Rise by Sawtooth Full Size 5-Piece Student Drum Set

Rise by Sawtooth

Features

  • Super easy assembly with detailed instructions, so you don't have to wait to play!
  • Rise drums are part of the prestigious Sawtooth line of drums, which are played by leading percussionists worldwide
  • 6 Ply poplar shells with 45 degree bearing edges
  • Cymbals included: Cast Beginner's 14" Hi Hats & 16" Crash Ride
  • High Quality Poplar 22x16 Bass Drum, 12x8 & 13x9 Toms, 16x16 Floor Tom, 14x5 Snare Drum
  • Perfect drum set for beginners aged 7-99!
  • INCLUDES TONS OF FREE LESSONS FOR BEGINNERS, INTERMEDIATE AND ADVANCED PLAYERS WITH TOP ARTISTS LIKE VINNY APPICE
  • The perfect Full Size Beginner/Student drum set to get you started on your professional drumming journey. This is NOT a toy, it's a real drum set! Perfect for both children and adults
  • Hardware includes: Hi Hat Stand, 2 Tier Cymbal Stand, Bass Drum pedal, Throne, (2) Tom Arms, (3) Floor Tom Legs, Drumsticks, & Drum Key
#TOP 30

Toca Kickboxx Suitcase Travel Portable Drum Set

Toca

Features

#TOP 31

Best Choice Products 5-Piece Full Size Complete Adult Drum Set w/ Cymbal Stands

Best Choice Products

Features

  • CLASSIC DESIGN: Crafted with a high-gloss finish, as well as white drum heads and eye-catching chrome details to give your drums a timeless appearance
  • FULL SIZE ADULT DRUM SET: Complete with every piece needed to jam out, this set includes a snare, bass drum, floor tom, high-hat cymbal, ride cymbal, bass drum pedal, stool, 2 rack toms, and drum sticks
  • VERSATILE SIZE: Ideal for beginning drummers and those more experienced, this set's standard size makes it suitable for users young and old
  • BASS DRUM DIMENSIONS: 23"(Dia) x 16.5"(H)
  • DURABLE COMPOSITION: Made of solid wood and metal, these drums are built to stand the test of time while fostering your love of music
#TOP 32

Mapex RB5294FTCDK Rebel 5-Piece Drum Set

Mapex

Features

  • 9ply, 7. 2mm poplar shells provide plenty of tone while the bass drum also delivers a solid low-end punch
  • Includes: 22"x16" Bass Drum with Mount, 16"x14" Floor Tom, 10"x7" Tom, 12"x8" Tom, 14"x5" Snare, Floor Tom Legs (x3), TH6215 Tom Holder. C200-RB Cymbal Stand, H200-RB Hi-Hat Stand, P200-RB Pedal, S200-RB Snare Stand, T200-RB Throne, 14" Hi-Hat Cymbal, 16" Crash/Ride Cymbal
  • New Mapex Lug Design
  • Remo Self Muffling Bass Drum Head
  • Equipped with Cymbals, Throne and Sticks
  • Rebel Double Braced Hardware
#TOP 33

Yamaha DTX402K Customizable Electronic Drum Kit

Yamaha

Features

  • 415 drum & percussion sounds, 10 Drum Kits, 10 Songs, and 10 Training Functions
  • Stereo drum sounds sampled directly from acoustic drums and cymbals
  • Built-in interactive training modules to help improve rhythm and speed
  • USB to Host port for transmits audio and MIDI information to a computer, phone or tablet
  • Free iOS and Android apps "DTX402 Touch" and "Rec'n'Share" help users navigate the module, record songs and rehearse.Power Consumption:5 W
#TOP 34

Pyle 8-Piece Electric Drum Set Professional Electronic Drumming Kit Machine w/ MIDI Support

Pyle

Features

  • RESPONSIVE DYNAMICS: Enjoy natural sounding play, soft and hard hits register accurately to trigger dynamic drum beats. Delivers the ultra-sensitive highly accurate response of an acoustic kit
  • 8-PIECE PROFESSIONAL KIT: The Electronic Drum Kit comes w/ everything a drummer needs to play like a pro! The drum set includes 8” tom pads, 8” mesh snare pad, 10” crash cymbal, 10” ride cymbal, 10” hi-hat cymbal, digital foot pedals & drum sticks
  • PRE-LOADED SOUND BANKS: Change between 12 drum kit sound bank settings with the touch of a button to play in any style.
  • BUILT IN METRONOME: Turn on or off the metronome and adjust tempo. The electronic drum kit Features 3.5mm AUX input jack and headphone jack for late-night self practice without disturbing others.
  • USB MIDI SUPPORT: USB plug-in operation with MIDI support connects to MAC or PC computers. Universal compatibility with any music software no drivers needed
#TOP 35

Gretsch CM1E826PDCB 2014 Catalina Maple 6-Piece Shell Pack

Gretsch

Features

  • 14x14 Tom
  • 18x22 Bass Drum
  • 8x12 Tom
  • 16x16 Floor Tom
  • 7x10 Tom
#TOP 36

Roland V-Drums Acoustic Design VAD306 Electronic Drum Set

Roland

Features

#TOP 37

Traps Drums A400 Portable Acoustic Drum Set

Traps Drums

Features

  • Rack Mounting System
  • Cymbals Not Included
  • 5 Piece Portable Drum Set
  • Acoustic Drum Set
#TOP 38

ddrum Acoustic Pro 5-Piece Drum Trigger Kit

ddrum

Features

  • Pack includes all triggers needed to turn a 5pc drum set into a hybrid kit
  • XLR output for a secure, professional connection
  • Triggers fit most types of molded hoops with no adhesive needed
  • Feature superb tracking ability for discerning professionals
  • Compatible with most existing drum modules
#TOP 39

Ludwig Accent Drive Series LC175 Complete Drum Package

Ludwig

Features

  • The drum set features 13" hi-hats, 16" crash/ride cymbal, 16 x 22" bass drum, 9 x12" and 8 x 10" mounted toms, a 16 x 16" floor tom, and a 6.5 x 14" wood snare.
  • Ludwig Accent Drive 5 Piece Complete Drum Set: an all-new, all-inclusive, outside-the-box drum set package for the new drummer that needs everything!
  • The Accent series upgrades include micro classic lugs and Ludwig 200 series hardware. The geared, locking, and double-braced hardware includes a bass pedal, snare stand, cymbal stand, hi-hat stand, and drum throne. And even the drum sticks
  • Delivering everything the new player needs to get started, Accent does it all, and at an affordable price.
  • Accent's upgraded features create a solid foundation for a lifetime of drumming.
#TOP 40

Sawtooth Command Series 5-Piece Drum Set Shell Pack

Sawtooth

Features

  • Select 6-ply poplar shells produce a classic warm punchy tone with live sonic lows. 1.6mm steel Triple Flanged hoops on toms, and snare. Adjustable Bass Drum riser included
  • Hardware & Cymbals NOT Included
  • Upgraded appointments include 9-ply Birch bass drum hoops with wrap inlays, sleek zinc ball end/steel tube shell lugs & heavy duty tom suspension shock mounts with mounting hardware
  • 22"x18" Bass Drum w/NO Tom Mounts, 12"x9" Tom Drum, 13"x10" Tom, 16"x16" Floor Tom Drum, 14"x5.5" Snare Drum
  • All kits include virgin bass drums with Telescopic Bass Drum Spurs. 7 mil textured coated batter heads on Snare and toms. 7 mil clear resonant heads on toms. 7 mil Clear batter heads on bass drum and 7 mil coated resonant batter
#TOP 41

Donner Drum Set Adult

Donner

Features

  • Thickened Hardwood Drum Shells - 6-ply 9mm Poplar hardwood shell (which others is 7mm)and a hand cut 45 degree bearing edge. This creates a single air resonance chamber to project a note when the drum head is struck, and makes the head eaiser to tune
  • Built-in Silencer System - This drum kit has practice pads built into it, which its exactly what a beginner needs without angering the family.
  • Upgraded bottom drum tread hammer - 40+ decay times in a single tread, high sensitivity, large rebound height, very high when stepping to the bottom Smooth, tread hammer mallet head is ideal for continuous strikes.
  • Double-legged plated stand - 22 gauge hardware tubing 1.0 thickened. Riveted combination of moderate tightness plating corrosion resistance longer lasting bright as new, complete drum kit with double leg structure, better stability and Practicality. Two-legged drum stool can withstand up to 330lb of weight, premium bottom drum drum drum leg for more stable bottom drum.
  • Complete Adults Drum Set -The Donner DDS-520 drum kit comes with everything you need to start drumming right out of the box. This set include drums, hardware, cymbals, drum throne and a pair sticks.
#TOP 42

QoQoba Electronic Drum Set PRO Lite 8K Series

QOQOBA

Features

  • [ Complete Electic Drum Set Kit ] This drum set is a complete kit comes with 7’’ Tom-tom×3 , 7’’ Snare×1, 10’’ Hi-Hat×1, 10’’ Ride ×1, 10’’ Crash×1, Kick Pedal×1, Hi-Hat Pedal×1, Studio Headphonesx1, Drum Seatx1, MIDI USB Cablex1, 6.355MM Audio Cablex1, and everything you need | 4-post folddable drum rack, connection cables, MIDI USB cable, drum sticks, drum key/wrench and power supply included.
  • [ Next Generation Quality with MIDI Features ] The digital drum sets deliver a realistic, responsive and riveting playing experience for a seasoned contemporary drummers' demand also packed with features to help develop your drum skills faster as a beginner. Record/ control MIDI using USB/ MIDI inputs/ outputs. Cables included FREE.
  • [ Multifunction Sound Source Control ] : QoQoba Electronic drum kit comes with 16 levels of reverberation with a realistic sound source analog controller that is easy to operate producing the most realistic and true dynamic drum sound experience. offers realtime recording, speed 30bpm-250bpm, 32 built-in compound tones and 10 demo songs
  • [ Perfect Electric Drum Set for beginners w/ 1yr Warranty & FREE 60days Live class ] QoQoba prides itself with high quality products and to keep you rest assured, your purchase includes a complementary 1yr warranty & a 60 days FREE live interactive lessons plus unlimited recorded playback sessions to get you all started.
  • [ Easy Set Up with Pre-assembled Foldable Rack ] The Aluminum racks stand comes pre-assemled and makes the electronic drum set very fast to assemble within 30mins following the manual instructions included. Rack is also foldable for a perfect experience to save space or keep folded electric drum set in closets while not use.
#TOP 43

Roland Drum Set (VAD-306-1) and (VAD-306-2)

Roland

Features

  • TD-17 sound module with expressive and dynamic sound, inherited from the Prismatic Sound Modeling technology of the flagship TD-50
  • 12" PDA120LS-BK snare, two 10" PDA100L-BK rack toms, 12" PDA120L-BK rack tom, and 18" KD-180L-BK kick with custom chrome hardware and black wraps
  • Cymbal pads include 12" VH-10 V-Hi-Hat, two 12" CY-12C crashes, and 13" CY-13R ride
  • Hands-on interface for selecting and personalizing drum sounds
  • Space-saving V-Drums Acoustic Design kit with shallow-depth wood shells and double-braced chrome stands. This item comes in 2 boxes VAD-306-1, VAD-306-2.
#TOP 44

Kid Drum Sets-Donner 5-Piece

Donner

Features

  • Easy Assembly-For easy and fast transportation, we do not assemble the product. But don't worry,we have detailed installation instruction video for you.It's won't take you many times.
  • High Quality- The drum shell is made of horizontal-grained poplar wood, with high strength, uniform vibration and loud sound.It adopts a 6-ear structure, which has greater skin tension and better skin vibration than similar products. The bass drum is made of high-quality silver rims with coated brackets.
  • Accessories- The set also contains a bench, a pair of adult drum sticks and small drum sticks, which is convenient for parents or teachers to accompany other to play.The bench adopts a double-plate structure with a maximum load-bearing capacity of 198 lbs (90 kg).
  • Attentive Service-Our shelf life is 12 months, so if you have any questions, or you want more more installation information,just contact us
  • Perfect Junior Durm Set- Donner EDS-220 is perfect for aspiring young musicians ages 3-10 years old.The child kit including 14” x 10” bass drum x 1,6”x 4” fixed tom x 1,8”x 4” fixed tom x 1,8”x 4” fixed snare drum (with stand) x 1,12”x8” floor tom x 1, 8” hi-hat (with stand) x 1, 10” straight cymbal (with stand) x 1, 5A wooden drum x 2,small wooden drum x 2, bass pedal x1, circular cushion adjustable drum seat x 1
#TOP 45

PDP New Yorker 4-piece Shell Pack

Pacific Drums & Percussion

Features

  • 16" Bass Drum
  • 13" Flo Tom
  • 4-piece Poplar Shell Pack with 10" Tom
  • 14" Snare - Electric Green Sparkle
#TOP 46

Roland TD-07DMK Electronic V-Drums Legendary Double-Ply All Mesh Head kit

Roland

Features

  • Roland’s legendary ultra-quiet, double-ply mesh heads feature across the snare and tom pads, providing an un-rivalled feel and won’t disturb other people with a near-silent playing experience.
  • Since 1997, Roland V-Drums have earned their position as the industry-standard in electronic drums. Often imitated but never equaled, V-Drums offer the sound, feel, and playing experience of an acoustic kit, backed up by technology, features, and reliability that you won’t find anywhere else.
  • PLEASE NOTE: kick pedal, drum throne and drumsticks sold separately – Roland DAP-3X Kit highly recommended to complete kit.
  • TD-07 module with 25 preset kits, 25 user kits, and 143 instruments.
  • V-Edit, EQ, ambience, and 30 multi-effects offer deep editing tools to create your perfect drum kit sounds.
  • The TD-07DMK also lets you explore creative opportunities that go far beyond any acoustic kit, with deep editing tools to craft custom sounds, onboard Bluetooth to play along with music tracks and lessons, USB to connect with computer recording software, and much more.
  • Conveniently compact and ideal for drumming at home, the TD-07DMK V-Drums kit delivers the superior expression and playability of high-end V-Drums in a budget-friendly package.
  • PLEASE NOTE: You will need headphones or an amplifier to hear your electronic drum kit. We recommend Roland RH-300V Headphones and/or Roland PM-100 V-Drums Monitor for the best experience.
  • Includes 40 FREE Lessons from Melodics.
  • One PDX-8 8-inch snare pad with independent head and rim zones for assigning different sounds and three PDX-6A 6.5-inch single-zone tom pads
#TOP 47

Pearl Decade DMP905P/C261 5 Piece Drum Shell Pack

Pearl

Features

  • Uni-Lock Gearless Tom Arms
  • 6-ply/5mm all Maple SST shell
  • Opti-Loc Mounting System
  • Lacquer Finish
#TOP 48

Eastar Pro Drum Set for Adult

Eastar

Features

  • Double-legged plated stand: 22 gauge hardware tubing 1.0 thickened. Riveted combination of moderate tightness plating corrosion resistance longer lasting bright as new, complete drum kit with double leg structure, better stability and Practicality. Two-legged drum stool can withstand up to 330lb of weight, premium bottom drum drum drum leg for more stable bottom drum.
  • Suspended by a premium cardan shaft that allows the drummer to adjust the through-drums at any angle, bullhorn The shape of the suspension is very easy to use and adjusts faster than a hose suspension.
  • The double thickened drum skins bring a bright and clear sound to the drums, and the thickened drum skins have a better feel for hitting, and at the same time, certain Degree of ability to suppress overtones.
  • Upgraded bottom drum tread hammer: 40+ decay times in a single tread, high sensitivity, large rebound height, very high when stepping to the bottom Smooth, tread hammer mallet head is ideal for continuous strikes.
  • The drum cavity is made of A+ Poplar with 45°and 28 precision cut corners for a perfect sound, and the drum frame is made of solid wood, 20 x 18 extra wide size for unparalleled sound.
#TOP 49

Pearl Drum Set, Classic Satin Amburst (DMP943XPC225)

Pearl

Features

  • Even ply six, 5.4mm 100% Maple SST shell
  • Available in seven custom lacquer finishes
  • Uni-lock gearless Tom arms and R40 air suspension floor Tom feet
  • Opti-loc mounting system
#TOP 50

Roland Electronic Five-Piece V-Drums Acoustic Design Kit (VAD-506-1)

Roland

Features

  • TD-27 sound module with advanced Prismatic Sound Modeling derived from the flagship TD-50
  • Five-piece V-Drums Acoustic Design kit with full-size wood shells and double-braced chrome stands
  • Additional cymbal pads include 12” VH-10 V-Hi-Hat, 14” CY-14C-T crash, and 16” CY-16R-T crash/ride
  • 10” PDA100-MS rack tom, 12” PDA120-MS rack tom, 14” PDA140F-MS floor tom, and 20” KD-200-MS kick with custom chrome hardware and Midnight Sparkle wraps
  • 14” PD-140DS digital snare and 18” CY-18DR digital ride cymbal with high-resolution, multi-sensor triggering for unparalleled dynamics and accurate positional detection

Choosing the Perfect acoustic drum sets - The Buying Guide

Can drumming build muscle?

In short, no. Drumming does not build muscle. Drumming is considered a form of aerobic exercise rather than a resistance exercise that builds muscles. Drumming will, however, improve muscle strength and endurance.

How long does it take to become a decent drummer?

The short answer is, it takes most beginners at least 4-6 months to get decent at playing drum basics. To become a good enough drummer, it usually takes at least 10 to 12 months, if not more, even for the quickest of learners.

Why do drummers have big arms?

One important muscle that is used in drumming is the shoulder muscle, also known as the deltoid muscle. This is the muscle that allows you to lift and rotate your arms internally and externally. The deltoid muscle allows drummers to lift their hands to reach for the toms, as well as the ride and crash cymbal.

Are acoustic drums better?

Hands down, electronic kits have the edge in terms of sound control. Due to their wall-penetrating bass frequencies, practicing on acoustic drums is virtually impossible in an apartment complex or within a quiet neighborhood.

Can drums be acoustic?

You are likely familiar with acoustic drum sets. These are what you would consider traditional drums, with wood shells (or often metal when it comes to snare drums) and metal cymbals. Electronic drums are pads with rubber, plastic, or mesh drumheads, and the sound is produced from a small box called a sound module.

Is it better to learn drums on an electronic kit?

Electronic kits aren't 'better', as such, but a good one will be more versatile, offering an onboard library of simulated drum tones that can nail the clatter of vintage Moon or the rifle-crack of modern Jordison.

Do drums sound better with age?

Oh for sure yes. The wood loses water, loses weight, and gets more "brittle"...which is great for the drums tone. It gets more resonant. The wood is able to transmit vibrations much easier.

Editor's Notes

Our experts spent 41 hours at the very least to come up with the list of the 50 best acoustic drum sets the market has to offer. We've read 1374 reviews, on 11 different trusted resources and made this compilation of the customers' favorites. These products have the average rating of 438, and, we've also analyzed the price range: on average, the selected acoustic drum sets are available at $19852.

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