Beginner Drum Set

What is a good beginner drum set?

A good beginner drum set is one that of high-quality enough to be durable, configurable to fit your needs and a good value for the money. These days, there are many traditional acoustic drum sets that meet these requirements for under $1000 from such renown brands as Gretsch, Pearl, Tama, Yamaha and Ludwig. For kids under 13 years old, we strongly recommend junior kits that account for their size and are less expensive. Parents concerned about noise should note that there are very nice electronic drum kits now that can even be used with headphones.

To assist, we have selected high-quality and affordable drums below that we consider the best for beginners. You can also get more details on these drum kits and our selection process by reading our Best Beginner's Drum Sets article in our blog. If you have any questions, please stop in at your local Guitar Center and talk with an associate or call (833) 421-3419 to speak to one of our knowledgeable Gear Advisors.