Drum Kit Advice please?

Question

Hey guys, I'm thinking of buying a drum kit. I've just started playing drums but I've been playing piano and guitar for years so I'm catching on really quickly.
I don't need a beginner one since it'll only last me a few months so I've been looking for a good cheap kit on ebay.

I've found one called the pdp drum kit EXB series.
What do you think of it? Is it good? Would it last?
any help would be appreciated

Answer 1

hmmmm.... I'm a drummer my self BUT I SAY NO dont buy i regret it!!!!



i have a lowclass drumset "powerbeat" But is has some remo skins so its pretty nice as well w/ zildjian cymbals but if i were you know yourself i regret what i did coz every part cost something i would do anything to change my set into a pearl or a Ludwig w/ sabian cymbals coz zildjian not being so bias is hard and has a crunchy sound unlike the sabian but for metal to punk rockers i its pretty good the power beat w/ remo sounds nice becoz remo is pretty reflexive w/ the drummer but skins w/c build w/ pearl and Fernando can be fixed w/ a lil tuning and your a kickass drummer



so if i were you if you just need something to have a practice better yet try cheap brands like mine or buy a second hand set and make sure when buying check the edge of the cymbals, roll your drumstick on a flat surface and if it rolls strait forward its good and if it alters it direction when rolling, don't buy it its a reject for brushes see if it has good grips the brushes are not falling etc. for the snare make sure so have the strings underneath it xD. the base should have a large THOOGSSSS sound w/out echo.





well that pretty much cover up the basics so try not to buy as early as now know w/ kind of kit you want and DO NOT BUY IN BUNDLES but in piece it may cost more but the long term credit is all yours^^



ps. remember to experiment and know all types of brands and whats your taste

Answer 2

I don't see the EXB series on their site, but some of the mid range and higher range kits seem to be pretty decent. Good heads and tuning will make worlds of difference in the sound, and a set of cases will make it last much longer (assuming you're gigging). A good rule of thumb with mid level kits is that almost none of the 5 piece shell kits under $500 or so are going to be worth buying, except for a student.



Good luck finding a good deal! Don't be afraid to check out quality used gear too.

Answer 3

I have bought drum kits on Ebay. I bought a CB drum kit. It came with bass drum, floor tom, two regular toms, snare, high hat and the hardware to put it together. It is a full size set and is very nice. The thing is, if you want decent cymbals, you're going to have to buy them seperately. Ziljian or Paiste are good cymbals. Also try looking at Guitar Center or other music stores. Guitar Center usually has good deals this time of year. Other good drums are Tama, Yamaha, Ludwig, Sonor.

Answer 4

If you have our heart set on a traditional kit, then its all about how much cake you want to lay down. If you want to practice get some practice pads and mike them it works pretty good and you get a nice feel from them.

Answer 5

i say get a pearl export its worth the money cuz of its reliabilty and just because of its great sound. if your planning on sticking with the drums i highly recommend it

Answer 6

ebay lol its to much

go to craigslist its wayyy better for less.

www.craigslist.com