Whether you’re just starting your drumming journey or looking for a professional quality kit – it is vital you know exactly what you’re looking for when searching for an electronic drum kit. There are many differences that each kit can offer, so finding your ideal kit can be a much harder task than you may imagine.

So, why should you choose an electronic drum kit over an acoustic? Some drummers worry that an electronic drum kit would mean sacrificing playability, feel, and realism – but that’s rarely the case…

Why choose an electronic drum kit?

A key benefit of electronic drum kits is their compact sizing. If you’re looking for a drum kit to practice or record on at home – an electronic drum kit could be perfect for you. A lot of electronic drum kits can even be folded or packed away quickly and easily after use, freeing up even more space when you’re not playing.

They’re also much quieter than acoustic drum kits – another advantage for home drumming or for other environments where noise needs to be at a minimum.

Of course, you can plug your electronic drum kit into an amplifier and achieve the same volume levels as an acoustic drum kit would. But you can also plug in your headphones and have a near-silent practice for everybody else around you.

Additionally, electronic drum kits have a wide range of sound options, with pre-set kits and different sounds for each pad. This allows you to play any style, without having to change your setup or retune your drumheads.

Most electronic drum kits also feature learning tools to help you progress as a drummer. These tools include a metronome, tracks to learn & play along to, and other specific tools to help improve timing.

Our top tip – choose a kit that grows with you

It’s one thing to find a kit that’s ideal for you now, but what about in the future? Once your drumming develops, you may want to expand your kit, experiment with different sounds, or play something more authentic.

Because of this, it’s important you look for a kit that can grow with you and follow you on your road to becoming a drumming prodigy. Many electronic drum kits have the capability to add an additional pad or cymbal – this could be very useful to you once you are ready to tackle those impressive drum fills.

Another thing to consider is the pad material and how many sensors each pad has. Mesh or silicone heads offer a much more realistic feel to rubber pads and the number of sensors completely changes the playing experience. For example, fewer sensors in a snare drum pad might mean you can’t play rimshots or ghost notes.

So, where do you stand?

At Gear4music, we offer a wide range of electronic drum kits, ensuring there is a kit for you – regardless of your budget, playing ability, or space.

It can, however, be difficult to decide whether to get a beginner kit, intermediate kit, professional kit, or a package deal when looking for an electronic drum kit. That’s why we’re breaking down each type, so you can leave knowing exactly where you stand currently, and what might be the best choice to see you through to the next level.

Beginner electronic drum kits

Beginner electronic drum kits are the perfect choice if you are looking for your first kit, whether it’s a casual hobby or the first step in your illustrious drumming journey. These kits allow you to learn and play at your own pace.

Our selection of electronic drum kits provides the perfect platform for beginners looking to get to grips with the drums. Whether you are looking for something compact and easy to assemble, or something with training software to help you on your journey – there’s something here for you.

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Intermediate electronic drum kits

An intermediate electronic drum kit is perfect for the next chapter of your journey. By upgrading to an intermediate kit, you can explore a range of new features, new sounds, and improved playability.

These upgrades set you up perfectly for more playing options and much bigger challenges. These kits tend to offer a more authentic playing experience with larger pads, mesh drum heads, and superior technology.

A key difference between the beginner kits and intermediate kits is the module. A more powerful module can offer new trigger zones, sounds, and samples – all to widen your possibilities and limit your setbacks.

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Professional electronic drum kits

The pinnacle of e-drumming. Our range of professional electronic drum kits cover the greatest brands and technologies, allowing you to fully express yourself behind the kit. Many of these kits even rival acoustic drums in aesthetical terms, as well as their sound qualities.

If you’re looking to take your drumming to the final stage – a professional drum kit is for you. They feature the most advanced, cutting-edge electronic drum technology to utilise, a vast array of sound options, and completely unmatched playability.

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Electronic drum kit packs

Maybe you’ve found your ideal kit, but you also need a throne, or a drum monitor to go with it. Our electronic drum kit packs offer a range of great deals, allowing you to get additional equipment for a lower price than buying them separately.

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Key components to look out for

There’s a lot to consider when comparing electronic drum kits, and it’s key to understand exactly what each of the main components are, how they differ, and what they offer in order to thoroughly understand what to look for. With that in mind, here’s a quick breakdown of the key components, to help you decide exactly what you require.

The drum module

The module is the heart of any electronic drum kit.  This is what determines the number of sounds that are available to the drum kit, the quality of the sounds, and whether they can be edited.

Some modules may even have an SD card slot, allowing you to upload your own sample sounds to the module – further increasing your sound options.

Drum pads – mesh or rubber

What good is a module without good quality drum pads? Electronic drum kits differ a lot in terms of what pads are offered, how many pads, and the sizes of each pad.

Most of this is down to your own personal preference, so it’s important to investigate a range of kits to see which would work best for you.

Cymbal pads

Similarly to drum pads, the cymbal pads differ a lot in terms of their sizes, how many are offered on the kit, and what capabilities they hold.

Some cymbals and modules won’t allow you to choke the cymbal sounds. Higher-end kits will allow you to choke the cymbal and will have a dedicated sensor in the bow, edge, and bell. This allows for a much more authentic playing experience, but often comes with a larger price tag.

Sounds

All electronic drum kits have a lot of sounds for you to choose from, but it’s always good to check exactly what sounds are available. Additionally, kits differ in how many pre-set kits are loaded onto the module, is there a kit that suits your style?

The modules on some intermediate and most of the professional kits will allow you to upload your own, unique samples onto the module. This allows you to explore more sonic options and gives you the opportunity to find your exact sound.

MIDI Connectivity

Most kits have MIDI connectivity, but it’s worth checking especially if you intend on recording with your electronic drum kit. MIDI connectivity allows you to hook up your e-drum kit to a PC to record or to use a DAW.

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Now you have more of an idea on what electronic drum kit suits you the most, feel free to explore our wide range of options! Not all kits include the hardware you need, so it’s best to keep an eye out for this too.

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