Best 5-Piece Drum Set for Beginners
Drumming is a hobby that can get really expensive, really fast. That $600 shell pack may seem like a good deal, but once you factor in the fact that you still need cymbals, cymbal stands, a kick pedal, and a seat – not to mention drumsticks – drumming suddenly starts to seem like a rich man’s pursuit. Cost becomes less of an issue for those already bitten by the drumming bug, but what about the newbies? Well, it turns out that there are plenty of complete budget drum kits out there designed just for the beginning drummer. We’re talking full five-piece kits with cymbals and hardware – perfect for a new student of the drum set. We found the Best 5-piece Drum Sets for beginners.
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Why it's best:
Pacific Drums and Percussion – better known as PDP – is the entry-level line of renowned drum maker DW. This PDP Z5 kit features all poplar wood construction, and features DW’s famous F.A.S.T tom sizes (10 x 8, 12 x 9, and 14 x 12). These drums may be physi...read full review
Why it's a best pick:
Pearl’s Rhythm Traveler is a budget drum set that can pull double duty as both a practice kit and as a kit for live situations. The first thing you’ll notice about the Rhythm Traveler is that it’s small; its shells are just 5-inches deep, meaning that this ... read full review
Why it's a best pick:
We remember a time when “floating” rack toms were found only on high-end drum sets, now we can find them on entry-level kits like the Pulse Pro. The Pulse Pro is a solid kit for beginners, with a steel snare, 22-inch bass, 12 and 13-inch rack toms, and a big 16-i... read full review
Why it's a best pick:
Sound Percussion’s Pro 5-Piece drum set comes with a host of robust features designed for years of drumming fun. The drums are made from 8-ply basswood and feature 45-degree heads. Heavier double-ply batter heads also come standard, providing more punch and more durabi... read full review
Why it's a best pick:
Ludwig’s 5-piece Junior Drum Set is a high-quality budget kit designed with kids in mind. This is a small drum set, so adults may be uncomfortable playing it, but it’s perfect for kids 4-8. All stands and cymbals are included, though everything has been scaled do... read full review
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