It features an advanced Opti-Loc Tom suspension system. The hardware included is from their popular 830 series. The quality of the covered wrap is an improvement too. The shells are a 6-ply poplar and mahogany mix, which provides a louder resonance as well as being stronger. However, in terms of product quality and drum sound, the upgrade is significant. It is a step up in price we lose the additional cymbals, so we would have to source our own. It is unsurprising to see another entry with their name on given their standing within the drum manufacturing industry. Next on our list is a new and improved full-size model of the EXX705/c which, if the budget allows makes for another top choice from Pearls Export series.

+ Full kit inclusive of stands, throne and sticks. The whole kit, in general, has a slightly smaller footprint making it ideal for apartments and younger learners. The throne is probably suited to pre-teens, if we have to poke holes in anything, it would be the initial upgrade. This kit is on the quieter side, which makes it ideal for those who have to be conscious of neighbors. The 14' hybrid hi-hat cymbals are crisp the 16' crash cymbal hasn't wowed some people. Such as a chain drive bass drum pedal and geared locking stands, which are reinforced, and double braced for longevity. Despite its affordable price tag, it features some professional upgraded parts. The snare and rack toms are pre-tuned so you will only have to fiddle with the bass and floor tom.Īll stands, bass pedal throne, and tom holders are included. The drum dimensions are as follows 22 x 16” (bass), 1 x 8” & 12 x 9” toms, 16 x 16” floor tom and a 14 x 5.5” snare. The bass drum, toms, and snare are all made from 9-ply poplar with triple flanged hoops. Need to practice silently? Try an electronic drum set instead.įirst up is a fantastic 5-piece from Pearl, it is a full basic kit and available in 4 gig-ready setups with a selection of 4 different durable wrapped finishes. Most of the cymbals in these sets may not wow, but that is to be expected usually, those who manufacture great sounding drums struggle with their crashing comrades in comparison.

We have used a lot of criteria to judge this one, as a drum kit is ultimately a percussive array with individual parts and the quality of each piece needs comparing.

So with this in mind, we are taking a closer inspection to see what each kit comprises of and, really offers up.

Mai drum kit 3