Electronic drum sets make an excellent option for beginning drummers looking to explore this craft, offering less noise pollution and taking up less space in terms of footprint and noise pollution compared to their acoustic counterparts.
Search for kits offering an assortment of drum and cymbal sounds. Some models even provide kit modifier knobs so you can tweak the sound more authentically.
Getting Started
If you or anyone in your family wants to start drumming, an electronic starter kit can be an invaluable way to begin their musical journey. While sticks and rubber pads will do just fine for beginning players, having more options for practice and coaching can really make a difference in progress. Most beginner electronic kits contain everything needed – including modules with built-in metronomes, training functions and patterns/songs to practice along with.
Most beginner drum sets also include either one crash and ride cymbal (or sometimes both), for maximum learning experience. You may eventually want to consider adding another pair, but for now these basic pieces should suffice. Make sure your cymbals are of high quality since they will take much more abuse than an acoustic set.
Choose a set with mesh heads that don’t feature rubber marks or rips – these could damage pads over time. Mesh heads should feel sturdy when hit and spring back easily when hit; pedal controller should move freely without wobbling; bass pedal must also move freely without restricting legs too quickly – tight or stiff pedals may lead to muscle fatigue quickly.
These kits often include drum modules with extra features. A metronome may come standard, while many also provide training functions and coaching modes to help improve timing. You may even be able to record sessions directly onto the module so you can listen back to and analyze your playing later.
Keep an eye out for extras like headphones, kick pedals and thrones to make playing quieter without disturbing others in your household. While most drum kits will come equipped with drum sticks themselves, nylon tips may be better to protect mesh heads against sharp points that could damage them.
Sound Selection
No doubt about it: drum sets offer immense power when it comes to creating rhythms, yet they do have their limitations. For instance, basic electronic drum sets don’t provide as many sounds than their acoustic counterparts do – however this compromise is usually willingly accepted since their sound makes learning much easier! Beginner drummers tend to find this arrangement more captivating.
As drum sets consist of several pads rather than being full-sized rigs, they tend to be quieter and easier to use compared to full-sized drum rigs, enabling aspiring drummers to practice in rooms without soundproofing without disturbing others in the household. Plus, being much smaller they’re easy to transport or store away when not in use.
An electronic drum set designed specifically for beginners boasts built-in training functions to assist aspiring musicians in honing their timing and feel. This can be accomplished through various exercises or songs the student can play along to, making practice both more fun and more effective.
Quality and quantity of onboard drum and cymbal sounds is also an essential consideration when looking for the ideal beginner drum set. This applies particularly to the module or central “brain” of electronic drums which has a big effect on how a kit sounds overall. Roland V-Drums are widely renowned for their responsive drum pads, highly realistic sounds, and excellent build quality; other great choices are Alesis Nitro Mesh and Yamaha DD-75 models which offer similar benefits.
Not to be overlooked when purchasing a drum set is that nearly all models can be expanded with extra drum pads, extra cymbals and other percussion instruments – something which parents looking for something suitable for their child can benefit greatly from. Some modules may have limited input jacks for expansion so make sure this factored into your decision when selecting your kit.
Ease of Setup
As a beginner in drumming, starting out can be daunting. That’s why many newcomers opt for starter electronic drum sets which are easier to set up than their traditional counterparts and require less parts than traditional sets. Digital drums consist of a small metal frame with pads connected by cables to an electronic module “head.” This makes their set-up much quicker and simpler than that of traditional acoustic drums. The best e-drum kits provide everything needed to start playing right away, including a drum throne and electric kit with all necessary accessories. Additionally, an ideal set will include adjustable pads and cymbals so that you can play harder or softer to adjust sound output accordingly; some kits even allow you to tune stick sounds or alter pad sensitivity according to how hard you hit them!
E-drums offer another advantage in that they produce less noise than an acoustic set, enabling you to practice drumming without annoying the neighbors or overhearing from family or housemates. Plugging your headphones in allows you to practice late into the night without fear of being overheard – perfect for shy beginners or busy individuals looking for peace.
As you begin learning drumming, keeping time will become increasingly challenging. A metronome can come in handy; most modules come equipped with one. Plus, most come with preset patterns which provide perfect practice opportunities – whether those patterns be short two bar phrases associated with specific drum styles, or full songs you can practice along to!
As you develop, having different sounds available can help your music develop more naturally. More expensive kits may feature multiple cymbals and pads to give you access to a wider array of sounds; for beginners a standard set may suffice, although as your skills advance it might be wiser to upgrade to something more advanced.
Value
People often worry about cost when starting an instrument for themselves, but drum kits have come down significantly over the years and can now be bought for under $1000. Quality has also vastly improved so beginners should receive an impressive sounding electronic kit at this price point.
Offering beginner drummers the freedom to practice without creating noise and issues with an acoustic set is a huge benefit, particularly those living in small apartments with limited space or living with others. An electronic kit enables more frequent practice without creating too much mess in their homes.
Electronic drum kits are much cheaper and easier to transport than their acoustic counterparts, and can easily be brought along on gigs and tours. Many drummers find them more comfortable playing them, particularly at larger venues or arenas, and enjoy being able to easily make changes to the tempo or tone of music being played – both benefits that e-kits offer drummers.
Some drummers may believe the sounds produced by an acoustic drum kit are superior; however, for beginners this shouldn’t really matter as budget concerns might prevent you from purchasing one of the latter types.
Nowadays you can find an electronic drum kit starting at $500 with all of the basic pads, rack, and sound module included. However, for full completion you will also require additional components like kick pedal and throne.
If this is your first drum kit purchase, a musical instrument store often provides warranties and financing plans as well as personalized customer service. They may even show different options on their sales floor to find one that best meets your needs – although online music stores are also an effective option if budget constraints limit your options.