How Much Should Beginners Spend On Electronic Drums?

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I'm 53 and have been playing since I was 12. About 5 weeks ago I bought an expanded TD27 with three extra cymbals(lemon) for $2k used. No throne, HH stand or pedal(s). I haven't been this excited about playing since I was 16. This has been the best thing I bought in decades. It is awesome I can bluetooth my Iphone and watch 65drums, feed it into my module and listen along and play. Loop it over and over again. I know you younger folks are used to this type of technology, but it's like magic to me. Take care.

Hi Justin, As usual, great video! I decided to switch from Lead Guitar to drums as the drummer and the bassist were the ones who killed the bands I was in. Also as my brother is a professional drummer and I actually could play so that puts me in a bit of a different spot than most people as I was not a "Beginner". I purchased a used Costo Kit and it was horrible, I beat it to death in 2 months (literally I beat it to death). Then I got a rental TD-11 KV from Long and Mcquade here. First off the Roland cy-5 hi-hat was a joke so my first upgrade was the vh-11 and that was expensive but I could actually do 16th notes and splashes properly and a second cy-8 for a crash. Next, I hated the plastic inner rim of the pads so I got a Roland PDX-100 for the Snare. I then upgraded again removing the 3 toms and replacing them with 3 PDx-100s (I already had 1 for the snare) the Roland PD-128-BC for the snare and a Larger MDS-V9 stand for Practace and gigs The MDS-4V is still used for my home as it is much smaller. That was expensive and well now my kit actually was a lot more fun playing at practice and I did one gig(Well a party). The next upgrade was the KD-180L-BK as the Kd-9 loved to move also a guitarist said "Your kit looks like a toy." The Td-11 module was the next to go. I decided on the TD-27 instead of the TD-50 because well I could not afford the TD-50 and I wanted the Digital Units. I found a used TD-27 and the digital Ride, which saved me $900.00 CAD from the cost. I then got the Digital snare and then the digital Hi-Hat. Thank god for payments as there's no way I could afford that they cost as much as a used car. I just ordered a PDA140F floor tom. Now no one can say my kit "Looks Like a Toy." Bottom Line I will be using this kit for gigs as I do not need to mic it for the PA and In Ear Monitors. So for me, the cost is worth it instead of an acoustic kit. Now on a greater note. Upgrading from the Td-11KV to my current version which is literally the td-27 KV (Without the Bass Drum) was $7000.00 CAD the cost of a TD-27 KV is $5000.00 CAD so it is much cheaper to sell your older kit and buy the new one. I still use the acoustic kits at Jam rooms and the volume level is an issue. I love the fact I can just turn a nob on my mixer with the electronic. Now on another note. In my travels with electronic drums, I have had mixed responses from band members over the sound. One band said, "Your drums sound like a Nintendo". Another complained the sound was coming from the PA not behind the band (So I got a floor Monitor) and also that the snare was not loud enough in the mix(Easy fix I just turned the rest down). Among other things... So you will get some musicians that only want the old-school acoustic. You can get a laptop and a drum program with MIDI to get a better sound. I just tweaked the Module but I am a computer geek. I hope people find my essay helpful :)

When I was a kid, I got my first drum kit. It was e- drums and it was the classic - Millenium MPS - 100. It was 2009 when I got them from Thomann, of course. At that time, I remember they were around 400 euro. That kit was rly enough for me, it was an amazing summer. If you are really want to play drums and learn how to do it, you can do it with sticks on the couch, or a chair, or some books with hard covers (I've done it). But If we need to get technical - All Roland, Alesis and Millenium entry models are a good choice for a first first first drum set.

What a great video. I just recently went with a $1500 kit as my first one, because I've been a guitarist and bassist for 25 years and always had a blast messing around on my drummers' kits. I always wanted to get into drumming but never made the time. So when I decided to bite the bullet, I didnt want to go cheap. I wanted something I could really enjoy, and that wouldn't hold me back.

I've been looking at your channel a lot recently as I took a break from drums and am looking to get back into them after about a 4 year hiatus. Your videos have been super helpful and I just wanted to say thank your for what you do!

Started by trading in a guide for a Roland TD-1DMKX. Great kit and been upgrading it piece by piece as I feel necessary. (Including the TD-17 module - oh that was worth it!)

Nice video. I bought an Alesis Nitro Mesh kit 2 years ago, and since I upgraded the module to the Alesis Crimson 2 and the ride to and 14 inch 3 zone ride some extra toms and symbols in total I have the snare, 5 toms, and 5 symbols and I'm really happy with it 🤗

Great video. Much in line with what I was thinking as a beginner. Did take first some lessons so I got some feeling if I would like it. And as I like it, it is time to get a kit. So, getting in the +1500

Perfect for beginners! Good job 👌🏻

Great video and discussion!! Understand both sides of the conversation!!🥁👍😀

Hey Justin, that was the video i was waiting for thanks

I am, for most of the time is the first hobbyist. But am also a little bit of the second hobbyist: drumming have always been my interest I just never had chances to attend classes or buying a kit yet..until about 5-6 months ago at 35 years of age. Gave it a lot of thoughts and weeks of self-research online, then eventually landed myself a used Roland Td-17kvx about $1070 as my first kit. Glad I made the purchase instead of buying a new td-07dmk or alesis nitro mesh, which were my second best, and would hv been the cheapest option. So glad I made the purchase, enjoying every minute of my practice

Great info!

Great vid! I played for a long time but haven't touched a set in 7 years or so. Missed it a lot! I spent the $ on a Simmons Titan 50 & expansion For Christmas to get back into it and to get my daughter into it. She's in marching band but when she started in middle school there was no room for another percussionist so she got stuck with clarinet. She's always been interested in drumming but we moved and we never got around to getting a kit. If she keeps the interest, Ill probably end up getting a small acoustic set and Frankenstein the Simmons into it.

If you are new to e-drums you are in the right place. I have purchased 2 electric kits. One in the low mid tier and one in the low high tier. For both relied on Justin’s expertise.

Just picked up a brand new TD27KV2 pretty cheap, there's a lot of places blowing them out right now. I know they're not 'entry level,' but definitely a solid buy for the home studio and silent band rehearsal.

Thank you.This vid very useful 😊

Been playn since 3rd grade..1965..1st e set got in 07..yam.dtx xtreme 3 wit blk pads .2 sat speakers n bass amp..STILL hav them n use bout everyday..the best spent.$3600 .

There are some nice Black Friday deals going on now for select Yamaha e-kits. In particular, the DTX6 kits offer one of the best bang for the buck options for those who want a very good module and durable components at a budget price.