Best Electric Drum Sets

Roland needs no introduction. It's the first name that jumps to mind when it comes to electronic drums. But though the world’s most popular brand typically produces quite expensive kits, this one is available for half of their usual price. Actually, there some tradeoffs that come with the lower price, but they are not that significant. The main parts (drums and cymbals) are the same high quality as more expensive kits by the brand.

The thing where folks behind Roland have saved a little money is the drum brain - you won't be able to input your own sounds or add additional drums. However, this product offers you 15 fantastic preset kit sounds as well as some song loops to play along with. We believe that these should be more than enough for a beginner drummer who needs a high-quality kit for practice and jam sessions with friends.

Moreover, the TD-1DMK module has a built-in metronome to show beginners how their skills improve as they learn the fundamental elements of drumming. As a cherry on the top, they can also benefit from 10 coach training functions and Melodics for V-Drums computer software. This powerful combo will help you quickly learn the essentials and develop a perfect sense of rhythm.

Yamaha is another great brand that stands at the forefront of the music industry. It consistently provides high-quality music products to create excitement and boost the inspiration of people all across the globe. And this amazing drum set is one of them.

The Yamaha Electronic DTX432K has been recently redesigned for greater playability and durability. As a result, it now has larger, more realistic, and more responsive pads. To clarify, the pads boast oversized 10-inch ride, hi-hat and crash cymbals. The pads are really very responsive, and the kick and hi-hat sound great. 10 built-in drum kits incorporate acoustic effects and electronic sounds so that you can find the perfect voice for your needs. That is to say, it realistically recreates different sound variations of drums (including the rim shot, cymbal choke, and more). With that, you'll be able to easily create your own kits if you wish to.

Also, the set gives users a possibility to adjust the position of cymbals, snare, and tom in the way they prefer. The heights of the components can be also customized for any height. So, even small children will be able to perform in the correct posture. As a nice touch, the DTX432K comes already equipped with the authentic Yamaha foot pedal so much appreciated by professional drummers.

If you're wanting to get an amazing release from everyday stress but don't want to shell out a ton of money on big brands, you should definitely take a closer look at the Nitro Mesh Kit. Admittedly, it's not as realistic as high-end (and pricey) Rolands and Yamahas, but it still sounds decent and surely won't disappoint you for its moderate costs.

To let you start playing drums as soon as possible, the manufacturer thoughtfully provides all the cables, drum sticks, power supply, drum key, and even hardware. You need to tighten some of the bolts with an Allen wrench (included in the package) and others with a drum key. If you have some difficulties with setup, you can turn to paper instructions or, even better, a video tutorial on the official website.

Once assembled, the kit looks awesome and seems solid. Also, it is very compact and doesn't steal much space. But despite the fact that the mesh heads are quite small in size, they feel good to play. The drum sounds are decent and they play even better when you add compression and a good mix. In a word, you can drastically improve the sounds by creating your own unique kits on the module.

Speaking of which, kit editing is a simple and quick process. The set offers good electronic and percussion sounds, so you can let your creativity go wild. You can reassign the pads, turn the second tom into a ride, utilize both cymbal pads like crashes, and try other cool tricks.

The RockJam electronic drum kit is one more alternative for higher-end products that can give them run for their money. Despite falling into the entry-level category, it looks very professional and performs even better.

First off, we would like to say that this kit boasts a strong and stable construction that includes as many as nine pieces - three mesh-headed toms, mesh-headed snare, rubberized high hat, two rubberized cymbals and two durable pedals for bass and hi-hats. All of the pads can be arranged in the orientation you need. Plus, their sensitivity is great - unlike rubber pads, the mesh ones offer a more lifelike drum skin experience, giving you perfect feedback on each of your beats. The pads offer a nice bounce and are able to pick up anything from light taps up to hard hits. So, with this kit, you'll be able to play everything from soft rolls to blowing the roof off.

The RockJam offers a wide variety of sound effects, songs, and playing aides. To specify, the sound module on this kit contains 30 authentic drum kit voices and lots of demo songs. We do wish it had a built-in speaker but there are some useful ports for additional acoustic systems that are quite easy to get to. Besides a special line out to amp it up, it offers a USB to MIDI out, enabling you to connect some creation/recording equipment.

Have no space for a regular electronic drum set? If so, then a tabletop type drum machine like this can be a great alternative. No matter what your skill level, you'll be able to play the Pyle Pro Drum kit straight out-of-the-box and have a lot of fun with it.

As it's a tabletop kit, no actual assembly is required. All you have to do is plug in the pedals into the back of the drum set and connect it to the computer, headphones, amplifier, or other devices. Although it's a mini version of drums set with smaller pads, it produces a very clear, crisp, and realistic sound.

We can even admit that the action of the heads is much like expensive full-set machines from Roland or Yamaha. Overall, this drum kit consists of 7 drum pads, hi-hat & kicks bass drum digital pedals, and a smart controller to reproduce rich sound with tom-toms (low, mid, high) hi-hat, snare drum, crash cymbal and ride cymbal.

Yet, the best part about this product is its exceptional portability. Unlike a real drum set or electric full kit, this one can be easily moved from place to place - you are free to move the main unit along with sticks and pedals wherever you need. And if there are no power outlets nearby, you can stock on six C-type batteries and go wireless.

Playing in the dark also won't be a problem. Both the display and the buttons are backlit.