Buying Guides

Find fun, easy-to-play 4-piece and 5-piece acoustic drums—as well as electronic kits—from top brands such as Ludwig, TAMA, Simmons, Alesis and more.

Drumming is an incredible way to introduce children to the joy of music. Whether your child is ready to start rocking out or is just beginning to explore their musical interests, the right drum set can help foster a lifelong love of music.

Find the perfect gift for your favorite drummer from our curated collection of snare drums, cymbals, drum sticks, thrones, accessories and more.

The Best Gifts for Beginner Drummers in 2025

Explore must-have gifts for novice percussion players, from top-selling drums, snares, cymbals, metronomes, drum sticks, gig bags and more.

Check out our choices for the top e-kits for practice, recording and gigging.

Check out our picks for the best choices for players at every level and any budget.

Find the right drum throne for you. Here are 14 top picks for comfort, stability and portability from makers such as PDP, DW, Mapex and ROC-N-SOC.

In this article, we’ll provide insights into crash cymbal elements and construction to help you zero in on the tones you want. Then, we’ll reveal the best crash cymbals of 2024—from renowned makers such as MEINL, Paiste, SABIAN and Zildjian—so you can find the most suitable “punctuation marks” for your style and music.

From now until August 20, our Drum Event is a time to shop serious savings all around, so you won’t want to miss out on this chance to score new drums and accessories that’ll keep the groove going.

From compact and beginner kits to pro shell packs and double-bass drum setups, we compare the top TAMA kits for drummers of all styles and skill levels.

Dig into our list of the best snare drums for attack, resonance, dynamics and more. Plus, a sound chart to compare woods, metals and synthetics.

We compare the top single and double ply drum heads, as well as clear and coated options, for beginners, heavy hitters, studio and live use, and more.

The Best Marching Percussion Gear of 2025

Power up your drumline with the best marching percussion gear. We pick the top snare and bass drums, cymbals, mallets, vibraphones, marimbas and more.

There are many things to consider when buying your first drum set. We break it down here from snare drums to shell packs to cymbals.

Essential Backline Equipment for Houses of Worship

Music is an integral part of any worship service. Learn how you can elevate your house of worship with quality backline equipment for the band.

The Best Beginner Drum Sets of 2025

The Best Drum Sets for Kids

The Best Gifts for Drummers in 2025

The Best Gifts for Beginner Drummers in 2025

The Best Electronic Drum Kits of 2025

How to Choose the Best Bass Drum Pedal

The Best Drum Thrones of 2025

How to Shop for Crash Cymbals

Exclusive Drum Event Gear

The Best TAMA Drum Kits of 2025

The Best Snare Drums for 2025

The Best Drum Heads of 2025

The Best Marching Percussion Gear of 2025

How to Choose the Best Drum Set

Essential Backline Equipment for Houses of Worship