Need help picking Drum Set

Infero Exicution · #11 (**permalink**) 04-17-2009, 06:47 PM

I would recommend the Gretsch Black hawk with sabian cymbals.
Its $650. The one that has no cymbals is $550.
They look like they are very good quality. I'm getting one.
(they come in black and blue.) They are 5-pieces. With hi-hats and crash/ride cymbals.
(thats what comes with the sabian cymbal pack drum set)
The set that doesn't come with cymbals has the hardware and a very sturdy double-braced boom cymbal stand. Good Luck with your decision!

lpdrummer44 · #12 (**permalink**) 04-22-2009, 06:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Infero Exicution

I would recommend the Gretsch Black hawk with sabian cymbals.
Its $650. The one that has no cymbals is $550.
They look like they are very good quality. I'm getting one.
(they come in black and blue.) They are 5-pieces. With hi-hats and crash/ride cymbals.
(thats what comes with the sabian cymbal pack drum set)
The set that doesn't come with cymbals has the hardware and a very sturdy double-braced boom cymbal stand. Good Luck with your decision!

i checked them out and they sound good. so now i have 3 choices to choose from. Sonor Pro, Yamaha stage custom, and Gretsch Black hawk. still need your help guys!!!!!! Thanks!

lrider25 · #13 (**permalink**) 04-23-2009, 08:47 AM

I like your options here, you can't go wrong with a Sonor or Yamaha. Both of these brands are among the top drum makers in my opinion. If I were you, I would not go online to listen too the drums, I would get to my local music shop and play both of them. You can see if you like the set up and compare what you like and dislike about both. This is the part that you should do on your own, we gave to the brands, but the hard part is all you

I have played Yamaha kits for most of my life and love them. I was just looking to get a new one and replace my stage custom for a new set. I look everywhere but Yamaha, and for some reason now, I have two sets a Yamaha Stage custom, and a Yamaha Absolute Maple, and I think that is one of the best kits made. Sonor is another kit if I had the money, I would own both. So, I really don't want to sway your opinion from here. Good luck man

P.s. I love Yamaha's!!! LOL

lpdrummer44 · #14 (**permalink**) 04-23-2009, 07:23 PM

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Originally Posted by lrider25

I like your options here, you can't go wrong with a Sonor or Yamaha. Both of these brands are among the top drum makers in my opinion. If I were you, I would not go online to listen too the drums, I would get to my local music shop and play both of them. You can see if you like the set up and compare what you like and dislike about both. This is the part that you should do on your own, we gave to the brands, but the hard part is all you

I have played Yamaha kits for most of my life and love them. I was just looking to get a new one and replace my stage custom for a new set. I look everywhere but Yamaha, and for some reason now, I have two sets a Yamaha Stage custom, and a Yamaha Absolute Maple, and I think that is one of the best kits made. Sonor is another kit if I had the money, I would own both. So, I really don't want to sway your opinion from here. Good luck man

P.s. I love Yamaha's!!! LOL

I went on youtube and listened to each drum set but i think you r right on checking them out at a music store. Thanks guys for all the help and awesome tips!!!

Gus · #15 (**permalink**) 04-24-2009, 07:54 PM

Thought of XS cymbals?

tomswift · #16 (**permalink**) 04-25-2009, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by lpdrummer44

Hi am an intermediate drummer. 13 years old. i play jazz and rock and want to buy a drum set. i usually play on my schools drum set after school and am in the jazz band, but i want to get my own drum set. i'm a first time buyer.

im thinking of getting a Ludwig Pinnacle 5-Piece Drum Kit and want an opinion from other drummers. I cant buy anything too expensive and this drum set is cheap and has good reviews. my original plan was to buy $800 the most. i chose this set because 1) its cheap 2) good reviews 3) it lasts for a long time if used at home 4 since its cheap i could buy better cymbals and drum heads. im planning on getting either zildjan zbt eries cymbals(just one crash ride and hi hat for now) and some evans or remo drum heads.

Tell me what u guys think of this. if i should buy something else? (if so, what should i buy?) if i should add something to my list of what to buy. i got a good deal on the drum set from costco then any other website. $436.79 total with shipping (free).

please remember i have a low budget. probably $650-$700 max including drum set price.

They might be slightly higher in price than what you're quoting, but many opinions consider the Gretsch Catalina series to be vastly superior in quality and sound. Try ebay-lots of good deals with free shipping.

lpdrummer44 · #17 (**permalink**) 04-26-2009, 01:26 PM

i think im gonna go with the Gretsch Catalina series. but im still looking so i am open for any suggestions. Thanks for the help!!!!

tomswift · #18 (**permalink**) 04-26-2009, 02:58 PM

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i think im gonna go with the Gretsch Catalina series. but im still looking so i am open for any suggestions. Thanks for the help!!!!

Check the threads on site at DrumChat.com - Drummer Forum / DRUM FORUM - Powered by vBulletin -about catalinas. Although I own a set in the Gretsch "New Classic" series, the owners of the Catalinas have reported only positive experiences. One of the best values for sound, look, and features in that price range. I'm sure you can audition them at most drum shops. Good luck!!

tomswift · #19 (**permalink**) 04-26-2009, 03:15 PM

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Originally Posted by tomswift

Check the threads on site at DrumChat.com - Drummer Forum / DRUM FORUM - Powered by vBulletin -about catalinas. Although I own a set in the Gretsch "New Classic" series, the owners of the Catalinas have reported only positive experiences. One of the best values for sound, look, and features in that price range. I'm sure you can audition them at most drum shops. Good luck!!

PS-Long term- the Gretsch will perform and hold it's value for you over some of their competition. Bottom line is SOUND and durability!!

ryder904 · #20 (**permalink**) 04-26-2009, 10:58 PM

I've looked around musciansfriend and this is what I've found that might intrest you

Ludwig Accent CS
Buy Ludwig Accent 5-Piece Drum Kit and Zildjian ZBT Cymbal Set | Complete Drum Sets | Musician's Friend

This is the kit I have, this one has cymbals, 13' ZBT hi hat, and a 18' ZBT crash ride. I really reccomend this set mainly because, the stock head on it, actually don't sound that bad, but if you but on some G2's or something, they sound like this kit should cost 1000 bucks. Also the hardware lasts pretty well, and overall I'd give it a 4.5 / 5

Sonor eXtreme Force
Buy Sonor eXtreme Force 22 Drum Set with Free 14" x 14" Floor Tom | Shell Packs | Musician's Friend

I've heard alot of good things from Sonor, apparently there 'low - end ' kits sound very exposive and professional. I've seen some videos miced and unmiced, also live at my music store, and it sounds really well even with default heads. This one comes with a free 14' floor tom, so i think this would be a great buy

Pearl Visions VSX
Buy Pearl Vision VSX 5-Piece Standard Drum Set | Complete Drum Sets | Musician's Friend

This one I'd honestly recommend based on Pearl's amazing quality of drumsets and hardware. I've never seen or played on this kit, but the reviews seem very positive.

Tama Rockstar
Buy Tama Rockstar 5-Piece Shell Pack | Shell Packs | Musician's Friend
I know I've said this alot but, I reccomend this kit, you can expand it to a 8 peice kit for around 400 or something, and I've played at these at school, and WOW there amazing! Such punch for a cheap price.

Plus if you've been looking for a cymbal pack, mainly a 14 hat, and a 18 crash ride you should consider
Paiste 201
Buy Paiste 201 Bronze Essential Set 14/18 | Cymbal Packs | Musician's Friend
Meinl MCS
Buy Meinl MCS Hi-hat Crash/Ride Cymbal Pack | Cymbal Packs | Musician's Friend
Sabian B8 w/ free splash

Zildjian ZBT free 14' crash w/ mail and rebate
Buy Zildjian ZBT 3 2008 Cymbal Pack | Cymbal Packs | Musician's Friend

Good luck on choosing the right one, hopefully it'll last you for years

What I reccomend is the Tama rockstar with the Zildjian ZBT IMO.

-edit- for some reason the links are kind of broken... press the "buy" part of the link to see it